Nandowrie
QLD 4722 • Queensland
About Nandowrie
Nandowrie is a vast and remote rural locality in Queensland's Central Highlands Region, covering nearly 700 square kilometres of outback pastoral country. Situated approximately 66 kilometres west-southwest of Springsure and 134 kilometres southwest of Emerald, it is one of the most sparsely populated localities in Queensland, with just 31 residents recorded in the 2021 census. The Nogoa River forms the northern boundary of the locality, providing a lifeline for the surrounding grazing stations. Its extreme remoteness and expansive landscapes are characteristic of the Maranoa-Balonne outback interior.
Life in Nandowrie revolves around cattle and sheep grazing on large stations scattered across the plains and low ranges. The nearest services and supplies are found in Springsure or Emerald, requiring significant road travel on largely unsealed tracks. The locality attracts those seeking true outback solitude, and the night skies here are among the darkest and most spectacular in Queensland. The surrounding region is typical of the Central Queensland tablelands, with Mitchell grass downs and mulga scrub defining the landscape.
Nandowrie falls under postcode 4722 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Gregory electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Commute to Emerald
🛣️ Vehicle is the only practical transport. Mostly unsealed roads within the locality. Springsure is the nearest service town at ~66 km.
Extremely remote outback locality with no footpaths, no services, and vast distances between properties. A vehicle is essential for all daily needs.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Lochington
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Ten Chain Road
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55 Eclipse Street
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Tambo Road