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Nugara

TAS 7256 • Tasmania

109
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
68.03 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralCoastalAgriculturalQuietRemote

About Nugara

Nugara is a rural locality on King Island, situated approximately 5 kilometres east of the island's main township of Currie within the King Island Council area. King Island lies in the Bass Strait between Tasmania and Victoria, and Nugara forms part of the island's agricultural hinterland. With a population of 109 at the 2021 Census spread across approximately 68 square kilometres, Nugara is one of the more sparsely populated localities on the island.

King Island, and Nugara by extension, is renowned for its premium dairy and beef farming, with King Island Dairy sourcing milk from local farms where cows graze on salt-enriched coastal pastures. The island is also known for kelp harvesting, fishing, and a growing tourism sector. Currie provides the main services for residents including schools, shops, a hospital and the island's main airport, which offers regular flights to Melbourne and Burnie.

Nugara falls under postcode 7256 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Braddon (Murchison) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Tasmania
Postcode
7256
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Braddon
State Electorate
Braddon (Murchison)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Hobart (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-39.83°, 144.16°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
68.03 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No scheduled bus services — N/A N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
null km
By Train
No train service; King Island is accessible only by air or sea
By Car (Peak)
N/A — island location
By Car (Off-Peak)
N/A — island location

🛣️ King Island Airport near Currie has regular flights to Melbourne (Essendon/Tullamarine) and Burnie. Car hire available at airport. No public transport on island.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No public transport exists on King Island; a private vehicle is essential for all travel

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
109
▲ 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 Nugara known for? +

Nugara is a rural locality on King Island known primarily for its pastoral farming, forming part of the island's celebrated dairy and beef farming region. King Island is famous for King Island Dairy products, premium beef, and kelp harvesting, with Nugara contributing to this agricultural heritage.

How far is Nugara from Melbourne? +

King Island is accessible by air rather than by road, with regular flights from Melbourne (Essendon Airport) taking approximately 40–50 minutes. Nugara itself is located about 5 kilometres east of Currie, the island's main town.

Does Nugara have public transport? +

There is no public transport on King Island. Nugara and the rest of the island relies entirely on private vehicles for transport. King Island Airport near Currie provides the main connection to the mainland via regular flights.

What is the population of Nugara? +

According to the 2021 Census, Nugara has a population of 109 residents. It is one of the smaller localities on King Island, which has a total island population of approximately 1,600 people.

Is Nugara a good place to live? +

Nugara offers a very peaceful, island farming lifestyle with stunning Bass Strait surroundings, and is suited to those who value space, nature, and a tight-knit rural community. However, the island's remoteness means limited services, no public transport, and reliance on air travel for trips to the mainland.

What is the postcode for Nugara? +

The postcode for Nugara, Tasmania (King Island) is 7256, which covers King Island.