Walterhall
QLD 4714 • Queensland
About Walterhall
Walterhall is a small residential locality in Queensland's Rockhampton Region, positioned immediately north-west of and directly adjacent to the historic town of Mount Morgan, effectively forming a residential fringe of that community. Covering a compact area of less than one square kilometre, the locality recorded a population of 156 at the 2021 Census and falls within the Rockhampton Regional Council area, approximately 38 kilometres south-west of Rockhampton city. Its modest size and tight integration with Mount Morgan give Walterhall the character of a quiet residential extension rather than a stand-alone suburb.
Residents of Walterhall have ready access to Mount Morgan's local shops, primary school, community centre, and the town's remarkable mining heritage — Mount Morgan was once one of the world's richest gold and copper mines, and the open-cut mine site and town museum are significant regional attractions. Rockhampton is easily reached via the Mount Morgan Road, providing access to major retail, hospitals, and services of a regional centre. The surrounding landscape of open eucalypt woodland and the Dee River valley gives the area a pleasant, rural fringe character for those seeking affordable living close to a heritage township.
Walterhall falls under postcode 4714 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Mirani electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Limited local services — Mount Morgan and Rockhampton 40-50 min to Rockhampton
Commute to Rockhampton CBD
🛣️ Mount Morgan Road connects to Rockhampton; car is recommended
Mount Morgan town centre is within walking distance for some residents, but a car is needed for most shopping and services
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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44 Morgan Street
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4 Central Street