Wangan
QLD 4871 • Queensland
About Wangan
Wangan is a small tropical locality in the Cassowary Coast region of Far North Queensland, situated approximately 77 kilometres south of Cairns. With a population of around 612 residents spread across 3.3 square kilometres, the community has a notably high home-ownership rate of over 72%. The area sits in the lush rainforest belt of North Queensland, characterised by the warm, wet tropical climate typical of the Wet Tropics World Heritage region.
The community is anchored by the Woomera Aboriginal Corporation, reflecting the area's strong Indigenous heritage and culture. Residents work predominantly in labouring and agricultural occupations, with the surrounding Cassowary Coast known for banana and sugar cane farming. The region offers access to spectacular natural attractions including national park rainforests, waterfalls, and coastal areas, with Tully and Innisfail serving as the nearest service towns.
Wangan falls under postcode 4871 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Traeger electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- TransLink regional coach — Cairns CBD ~90 min
- Local Cassowary Coast services — Innisfail / Tully 20–40 min
Commute to Cairns
🛣️ No train line serves the Cassowary Coast. Car is the primary transport mode. Bruce Highway connects to Cairns to the north.
Almost all errands require a car. The locality is rural in character with no footpaths or commercial services within walking distance.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Nielsen Street
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Harvey Creek Road
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Cathedral Street
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Peninsula Developmental Road
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Brown Street
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69273 Bruce Highway
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Third Street
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High Street
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1141 Euluma Creek Road
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Kowanyama Street
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Lakeland
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Cnr Peninsula & Cooktown Development Roads
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Terminus Street
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Puchewoo Street
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Mena Creek Road
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3 Whitman Street
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Main Street
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Lardil Street
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Fraser Road
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Garland Street
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100 Cardier Road