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Mackenzie (Central Highlands - Qld)

QLD 4156 • Queensland

30
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
950.86 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable

About Mackenzie (Central Highlands - Qld)

Mackenzie is a vast rural locality in the Central Highlands region of Queensland, covering approximately 951 square kilometres of outback pastoral land. With a very small resident population of around 30 people, it is one of the most sparsely inhabited areas in Queensland, characterised by open grazing country, sparse native vegetation, and wide-open skies. The locality is located west of Rockhampton and forms part of the broader Central Highlands region known for cattle and agriculture.

Life in Mackenzie centres on farming and pastoral activities, with stations running cattle and sheep across vast landholdings. Residents travel significant distances to access basic services, with Emerald being the primary regional centre for shopping, health, and education. The area suits those who embrace a remote outback lifestyle with strong self-reliance, wide open spaces, and a tight-knit rural community.

Mackenzie (Central Highlands - Qld) falls under postcode 4156 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Mansfield electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4156
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Bonner
State Electorate
Mansfield
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.56°, 153.15°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
950.86 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
800 km
By Train
No rail service; nearest station at Emerald or Rockhampton
By Car (Peak)
8-9 hours to Brisbane
By Car (Off-Peak)
8 hours to Brisbane

🛣️ Car or light aircraft essential; remote outback locality with no public transport

Walkability Car-Dependent

Extremely remote rural locality; no infrastructure for walking; vehicle or light aircraft required for all travel

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
30
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Mackenzie QLD located? +

Mackenzie is a large remote locality in the Central Highlands region of Queensland, situated west of Rockhampton. It covers approximately 951 square kilometres of pastoral land.

What is the population of Mackenzie QLD? +

Mackenzie QLD has a very small population of around 30 residents, as it is primarily a pastoral and farming locality with large station properties spread across a vast area.

What is the nearest town to Mackenzie QLD? +

Emerald is the nearest regional centre to Mackenzie, providing access to shopping, schools, healthcare, and transport services in the Central Highlands region.