Parkside
QLD 4825 • Rest of QLD
About Parkside
Parkside is a residential suburb of Mount Isa in outback Queensland, located on the "townside" (east) of the Leichhardt River. With a population of 1,530 at the 2021 census, it is one of the established suburbs in this remote mining city. Parkside sits within the City of Mount Isa local government area, approximately 1,800 km north-west of Brisbane.
The suburb offers a typical outback mining town lifestyle, with modest housing and a close-knit community atmosphere. Residents have access to Mount Isa's central amenities including shopping centres, the Civic Centre, and sporting facilities within a short drive. The area is popular with mine workers and their families. Outback Queensland's unique landscape provides opportunities for fishing, camping, and exploring the surrounding region.
Parkside falls under postcode 4825 and is governed by Mount Isa Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Traeger electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Mount Isa Bus Service — Mount Isa CBD, Miles St 5-10 min
Commute to Mount Isa CBD
🛣️ Small town; most destinations within a short drive. No regular public transport to major cities — nearest is Townsville (900 km).
Most errands require a car due to spread-out town layout and extreme heat conditions
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Alpurrurulam Community
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Matheson Street
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3 - 17 Bougainville Street
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Cnr Mary Street & Camooweal St
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Brilliant Street
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5-9 Thompson Road
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49 Miles Street
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116 Marian Street
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6-12 Fifth Avenue
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23rd Avenue, Happy Valley
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Short Street
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64-72 Clarke Street
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Urandangi
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Abel Smith Parade
Housing 2021 Census
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. New Zealand 64
- 2. Philippines 49
- 3. England 25
- 4. India 15
- 5. Ireland 9
- 6. Fiji 8
- 7. Zimbabwe 8
- 8. Brazil 6
- 9. South Africa 6
- 10. Sri Lanka 6
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)