O'Connell
QLD 4680 • Queensland
About O'Connell
O'Connell is a rural-residential locality in the Gladstone Region of Central Queensland, within postcode 4680, located approximately 15 kilometres southwest of Gladstone. With a population of 399 at the 2021 census across 12.2 square kilometres, it sits in the hinterland behind Gladstone's industrial port area. The locality features a mix of rural residential acreage and small farms on undulating country with eucalypt woodland.
O'Connell offers an affordable semi-rural lifestyle within commuting distance of Gladstone's major industrial employers, including the LNG plants on Curtis Island, the alumina refinery, and the port. Residents enjoy larger blocks and a quieter pace while being a short drive from Gladstone's shopping centres, schools, and services. The locality attracts workers in the resources sector and families seeking affordable acreage close to town.
O'Connell falls under postcode 4680 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Gladstone electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Buslink Gladstone — Gladstone CBD 20 min
Commute to Gladstone
🛣️ Gladstone is the main service centre. Rockhampton is about 1.5 hours north. Brisbane is 5.5 hours south.
Rural-residential locality with no shops or footpaths. A car is needed for all services.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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17 O'Connor Road
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151 Malpas Street
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Gladstone Road
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1315 Dawson Highway
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55 Don Cameron Drive
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Stirrat Street
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11 Paterson Street
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Harvey Road
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74 Auckland Street
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153 Toolooa Street
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Dawson Highway
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Boles Street
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43a Hibiscus Avenue
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Cnr Park and Rosella Streets
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J Hickey Avenue
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181 Goondoon Street
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Corner Degalgil and Ubobo Streets
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Francis Way