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Mona Park

QLD 4807 • Queensland

97
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
103.67 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRemoteQuiet

About Mona Park

Mona Park is a small rural locality in the Shire of Burdekin, in North Queensland, situated approximately 48 kilometres south-west of Ayr and around 80 kilometres south of Townsville. Covering just over 103 square kilometres, the locality spans the area between Barratta Creek to the north-west and the Burdekin River to the south-east. With a 2021 Census population of just 97 residents, Mona Park is a sparsely settled agricultural district rather than a conventional residential suburb, with most land holdings consisting of broad farm properties. The locality falls within Queensland's federal electorate of Kennedy and state electorate of Burdekin.

The land in Mona Park is predominantly given over to sugarcane cultivation on the fertile lower-lying floodplains, with a network of cane tramways used to haul harvested cane to nearby sugar mills in the Burdekin region. Higher ground within the locality supports cattle grazing on native vegetation, and some irrigated cropping occurs near the Burdekin River. Neighbouring localities include Clare to the south, Barratta, Kirknie, and Mount Kelly. For everyday services, schooling, and shopping, residents travel to the nearby towns of Ayr and Home Hill, both of which offer supermarkets, schools, medical services, and the broader amenities of the Burdekin Shire.

Mona Park falls under postcode 4807 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Burdekin electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4807
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Kennedy
State Electorate
Burdekin
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-19.91°, 147.13°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
103.67 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services only — Ayr / Townsville Car is the primary mode of transport; no regular local bus service operates within Mona Park

Commute to Townsville CBD

Distance
80 km
By Train
No direct train service; nearest station is Ayr (approx. 48 km away)
By Car (Peak)
60-80 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
55-70 min

🛣️ Residents rely entirely on private vehicles; the Bruce Highway provides the main route north to Townsville

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Mona Park is a dispersed rural locality with no shops, footpaths, or public services — a private vehicle is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
97
▲ 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

What is Mona Park known for? +

Mona Park is known for its sugarcane farming on the fertile floodplains of the Burdekin River. The locality features a network of cane tramways used to transport harvested cane to nearby sugar mills, and its higher ground supports cattle grazing on native vegetation.

How far is Mona Park from Townsville? +

Mona Park is approximately 80 kilometres south of Townsville, taking around 60 to 80 minutes to drive via the Bruce Highway and local roads depending on traffic and road conditions.

Does Mona Park have public transport? +

Mona Park has no local bus or rail services. The nearest railway station is Ayr, approximately 48 kilometres to the north-east, which is served by Queensland Rail's Spirit of Queensland long-distance service. A private vehicle is essential for getting around.

What is the population of Mona Park? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mona Park has a population of 97 people, making it one of the smallest localities in the Burdekin Shire. Most residents are associated with the agricultural properties spread across the locality.

Is Mona Park a good place to live? +

Mona Park suits those seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle in a working agricultural district. It offers open space and a close connection to the land, but residents must travel to nearby Ayr or Home Hill for shops, schools, medical services, and other everyday amenities.

What is the postcode for Mona Park? +

The postcode for Mona Park, Queensland is 4807, which it shares with the nearby towns of Ayr and Home Hill in the Burdekin Shire.