Raglan
QLD 4697 • Queensland
About Raglan
Raglan is a small rural town and locality in the Gladstone Region of Central Queensland, situated approximately 56 kilometres south-east of Rockhampton and 52 kilometres north-west of Gladstone. The locality covers a vast 596.6 square kilometres, yet at the 2021 census it was home to just 143 people, reflecting its sparse outback character. The town itself sits along Raglan Creek and is centred on the Raglan Tavern, a longstanding landmark for travellers on the Dawson Highway. The area forms part of Central Queensland's pastoral belt, with grazing properties dominating the landscape.
Life in Raglan revolves around the local community and the pastoral industry, with beef cattle stations defining much of the local economy. The Dawson Highway connects residents to the larger service centres of Rockhampton to the north-west and Gladstone to the south-east, where schools, hospitals, and retail are available. The landscape offers wide open spaces, bushwalking, and a taste of authentic outback Queensland living for those who value remoteness and rural self-sufficiency.
Raglan falls under postcode 4697 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Gladstone electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Greyhound / regional coach — Rockhampton / Gladstone 55-70 min to Rockhampton
Commute to Rockhampton
🛣️ Gladstone (52 km SE) is an alternative regional centre with port and industrial employment
Remote rural town; a vehicle is essential for all daily needs.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
No schools listed for this postcode.