Noorindoo

QLD 4417 • Queensland

71
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
1051.78 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralOutbackRemoteAgriculturalQuiet

About Noorindoo

Noorindoo is a vast, sparsely populated rural locality in the Maranoa Region of south-west Queensland, situated immediately north-east of the historic town of Surat and approximately 75 kilometres south of Roma on the Carnarvon Highway. Covering an expansive 1,052 square kilometres, it is one of the largest localities by area in southern Queensland, yet recorded just 71 residents in the 2021 Census across approximately 19 dwellings. The locality falls under the Maranoa Regional Council and is part of the federal electorate of Maranoa and the state electorate of Warrego. The Balonne River forms a notable natural feature of the broader district, with Bingi Crossing — a ford on the Balonne — linking Noorindoo with the neighbouring locality of Warkon via River Road.

Noorindoo's economy and character are almost entirely shaped by broad-acre grazing and cattle station operations typical of south-west Queensland's outback pastoral zone. The small township of Surat, immediately to the south-west, provides the nearest access to a fuel stop, general store, and community facilities, while Roma — around 75 kilometres to the north — is the regional service hub with hospitals, schools, supermarkets, and Roma Airport offering daily flights to Brisbane. There is no public transport serving Noorindoo and car travel via the Carnarvon Highway is the only practical means of access. The wide open skies, Mitchell grass plains, and the remote character of the Maranoa make Noorindoo a quintessential outback Queensland pastoral locality.

Noorindoo falls under postcode 4417 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Warrego electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4417
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.35°, 149.07°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
1051.78 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
430 km
By Train
No rail service in area
By Car (Peak)
5–5.5 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
5–5.5 hr

🛣️ Via Carnarvon Highway through Roma and Toowoomba. Roma Airport offers daily flights to Brisbane (~1 hr). Car is the only local transport option.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Noorindoo is a remote outback pastoral locality with no local amenities; all travel and errands require a private vehicle.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

  • 🏫
    55 Robert Street
    GovernmentPrimary/Secondary CombinedCoedNon-Denominational

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
71
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 Noorindoo known for? +

Noorindoo is a remote outback pastoral locality best known for its broad-acre cattle grazing stations and its vast Mitchell grass plains. The locality is immediately north-east of the historic Balonne River town of Surat and is connected to neighbouring Warkon via Bingi Crossing on the Balonne River.

How far is Noorindoo from Roma? +

Noorindoo is approximately 75 kilometres south of Roma via the Carnarvon Highway, making it roughly a 50 to 60 minute drive. Roma is the nearest major regional centre, offering a hospital, schools, supermarkets, and daily flights to Brisbane.

Does Noorindoo have public transport? +

Noorindoo has no public transport. There is no rail or bus service in the area, and a private vehicle is the only practical means of getting around. Roma Airport, approximately 75 kilometres north, offers daily flights to Brisbane for longer-distance travel.

What is the population of Noorindoo? +

According to the 2021 Census, Noorindoo has a population of 71 people across approximately 19 dwellings — a very low density given the locality spans more than 1,050 square kilometres of outback Queensland.

Is Noorindoo a good place to live? +

Noorindoo is suited to those working in the pastoral industry or those who embrace the remote outback lifestyle of south-west Queensland. With no local services, residents depend on the nearby town of Surat for basic needs and Roma for major services. The wide open landscapes and strong pastoral community culture define life in Noorindoo.

What is the postcode for Noorindoo? +

The postcode for Noorindoo, Queensland, is 4417, shared with the neighbouring town of Surat and surrounding Maranoa Region localities.