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Trunding

QLD 4874 • Queensland

929
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
2.65 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
CoastalRemoteMining TownBeachside

About Trunding

Trunding is a coastal residential locality within the Weipa Town area on the western Cape York Peninsula, Queensland, approximately 818 kilometres north-west of Cairns and 2,493 kilometres from Brisbane. The locality faces Albatross Bay and forms part of the greater Weipa community — a planned settlement established around one of the world's largest bauxite mining operations, administered by the Weipa Town Authority. With a 2021 population of 929 people and an area of 2.65 square kilometres, Trunding is one of several residential localities that make up the Weipa settlement.

Life in Trunding is defined by its tropical remoteness and the bauxite mining industry that underpins the local economy. The locality is bounded by the Gulf Savannah landscape, with tropical wetlands, rivers, and tidal flats surrounding the Weipa peninsula — an environment renowned among anglers for barramundi fishing, with Weipa being one of Australia's premier fishing destinations. Residents enjoy a close-knit community atmosphere typical of remote resource towns, with local schools, sporting clubs, and essential retail services available within the Weipa area. Access to Trunding and Weipa is primarily via Weipa Airport or by the Peninsula Developmental Road from Cairns, a journey of approximately ten hours.

Trunding falls under postcode 4874 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Cook electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4874
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Leichhardt
State Electorate
Cook
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-12.53°, 142.27°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
2.65 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No scheduled bus services — N/A N/A

Commute to Cairns CBD

Distance
818 km
By Train
No rail service; fly to Cairns via Weipa Airport (approximately 1.5 hrs)
By Car (Peak)
~10-11 hrs via Peninsula Developmental Road
By Car (Off-Peak)
~10-11 hrs via Peninsula Developmental Road

🛣️ Weipa Airport provides the main connection to Cairns and Brisbane; road travel via Peninsula Developmental Road requires a high-clearance vehicle in wet season

Walkability Car-Dependent

Within Weipa's town centre some facilities are reachable on foot, but a car is required for most daily needs; no public transport serves the area

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
929
▲ 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 Trunding known for? +

Trunding is part of Weipa — one of Australia's largest bauxite mining operations — and is known for its stunning tropical coastal setting on Albatross Bay. Weipa is nationally renowned as a premier barramundi fishing destination, drawing anglers from across the country.

How far is Trunding from Cairns? +

Trunding is approximately 818 kilometres north-west of Cairns. The most practical connection is by air via Weipa Airport, with flights taking approximately 1.5 hours. The road journey via the Peninsula Developmental Road takes around 10–11 hours and requires a suitable vehicle.

Does Trunding have public transport? +

There are no scheduled public transport services in Trunding or the wider Weipa area. Residents rely on private vehicles for local travel, while Weipa Airport provides the main link to regional centres including Cairns and Brisbane.

What is the population of Trunding? +

Trunding had a population of 929 people at the 2021 Census, representing one of several residential localities within the broader Weipa Town settlement on Cape York Peninsula.

Is Trunding a good place to live? +

Trunding suits those working in the mining industry or those seeking a remote tropical lifestyle with outstanding fishing, wildlife, and natural scenery. It offers a tight-knit community atmosphere with essential services, though the isolation and distance from major cities means it is best suited to people comfortable with remote living.

What is the postcode for Trunding? +

Trunding's postcode is 4874, shared with the broader Weipa area on the Cape York Peninsula in far north Queensland.