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Tiaro

QLD 4650 • Queensland

778
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
85.50 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietCommuter Belt

About Tiaro

Tiaro is a small rural town and locality in Queensland's Fraser Coast Region, situated on the Bruce Highway approximately 26 kilometres south-west of Maryborough and 227 kilometres north of Brisbane. With a population of 778, the locality covers an expansive 85.5 square kilometres of mixed rural land at the northern edge of the Wide Bay–Burnett region. The median household income is modest, reflecting the area's agricultural and rural service character.

The town sits along the Bruce Highway, providing easy access to the regional centres of Maryborough and Hervey Bay to the north-east, and Gympie further south. Tiaro serves as a quiet rural service point for surrounding farming properties, with basic local amenities and a community that values its close-knit character. The nearby Mary River corridor offers opportunities for fishing and outdoor recreation.

Tiaro falls under postcode 4650 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Maryborough electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4650
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Hinkler
State Electorate
Maryborough
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-25.64°, 152.79°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
85.50 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Maryborough West
26 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Greyhound / Premier Motor Service — Brisbane / Cairns (coach) Varies — stops on Bruce Highway

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
227 km
By Train
No direct train service; nearest station is Maryborough West (26 km away)
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 20 min – 2 hr 45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 10 min – 2 hr 30 min

🛣️ Primary access via Bruce Highway; Maryborough is the nearest regional hub

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Tiaro is a small rural township with very limited local services; a car is essential for daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
778
▲ 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 Tiaro known for? +

Tiaro is a quiet rural town on the Bruce Highway in the Fraser Coast Region, known for its agricultural surroundings and its position as a stopping point between Gympie and Maryborough on Queensland's main north–south highway.

How far is Tiaro from Brisbane? +

Tiaro is approximately 227 kilometres north of Brisbane, making it roughly a 2.5-hour drive via the Bruce Highway.

Does Tiaro have public transport? +

Tiaro has no local train service. Long-distance coaches stop on the Bruce Highway corridor, but a car is the most practical form of transport for residents.

What is the population of Tiaro? +

According to the 2021 Census, Tiaro has a population of 778 residents, spread across a large 85.5 square kilometre locality in the Fraser Coast Region.

Is Tiaro a good place to live? +

Tiaro suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle at an affordable price point, with easy highway access to the regional centres of Maryborough and Hervey Bay for shopping and services.

What is the postcode for Tiaro? +

The postcode for Tiaro, Queensland is 4650.