Lonesome Creek
QLD 4719 • Queensland
About Lonesome Creek
Lonesome Creek is a vast rural locality in the Banana Shire of Central Queensland, covering approximately 241.5 square kilometres of pastoral land typical of central Queensland's open plains. With a population of 173 residents at the 2021 Census, the locality is sparsely settled and primarily given over to cattle grazing and broad-acre agriculture. Its name reflects its remote and isolated character, sitting well inland from the coast within the Banana Shire local government area.
Life in Lonesome Creek revolves around the land, with residents engaged primarily in agriculture and the wide-ranging rural industries of Central Queensland. The nearest substantial services and facilities are found in towns across the Banana Shire region, and a private vehicle is essential for all daily needs. For those drawn to wide open spaces, immense skies, and the self-reliant traditions of outback Queensland, Lonesome Creek offers an authentic and unhurried rural lifestyle far from the pressures of urban living.
Lonesome Creek falls under postcode 4719 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Callide electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- No regular bus services — N/A N/A
Commute to Brisbane CBD
🛣️ Rockhampton is the nearest major city, approximately 200–250 km away. A private vehicle is essential; roads are unsealed in parts of the locality.
Lonesome Creek has no local services and a car is essential for all travel and daily errands
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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The Boulevard