Tinana South

QLD 4650 • Queensland

545
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
25.74 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordableFamily-Friendly

About Tinana South

Tinana South is a quiet rural locality in Queensland's Fraser Coast Region, situated south of the Mary River and adjacent to the larger rural town of Tinana, approximately 5 kilometres south of Maryborough's CBD. The locality covers around 25 square kilometres of flat agricultural land, with a small recorded population of approximately 545 people. It forms part of the broader Maryborough urban fringe and is administered by the Fraser Coast Regional Council.

Life in Tinana South revolves around rural and semi-rural living, with residents enjoying the peaceful surrounds of the Wide Bay–Burnett hinterland. The Mary River and Tinana Creek system nearby provide opportunities for fishing and kayaking. Day-to-day amenities are found in Maryborough — Queensland's second-oldest city, famous for its heritage streetscapes and as the birthplace of P.L. Travers, creator of Mary Poppins — just a short drive to the north.

Tinana South falls under postcode 4650 and is governed by Fraser Coast Regional Council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Maryborough electorate.

📍 Location

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

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Maryborough West Station
6 km
N/A — car required

Bus Services

  • Regional TransLink services — Maryborough CBD ~15 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
255 km
By Train
Approx. 3 hr 30 min from Maryborough West on Queensland Rail long-distance service
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 45 min – 3 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 30 min

🛣️ Bruce Highway via Gympie is the main route; car is the practical daily commute option

Walkability Car-Dependent

Rural locality with minimal footpaths; a car is required for most errands; Maryborough centre is accessible by road

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
545
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

Where is Tinana South QLD? +

Tinana South is a rural locality in Queensland's Fraser Coast Region, located about 5 km south of Maryborough city centre, near the Mary River and Tinana Creek.

What local government area is Tinana South in? +

Tinana South is within the Fraser Coast Regional Council local government area.

How far is Tinana South from Brisbane? +

Tinana South is approximately 255 km north of Brisbane, roughly a 2.5–3 hour drive via the Bruce Highway.