Wondunna
QLD 4655 • Rest of QLD
About Wondunna
Wondunna is a well-established residential suburb on the southern edge of Hervey Bay, within the Fraser Coast Regional Council area of Queensland, approximately 290 kilometres north of Brisbane. With a population of 3,315 and a median age of 40, the suburb is characterised by a strong family demographic — the high proportion of married residents and children reflects its appeal as a settled, community-oriented locale. The median household income of $1,875 per week sits above the regional Queensland average, and generous lot sizes contribute to the suburb's spacious, low-density feel.
Wondunna residents benefit from proximity to Hervey Bay's celebrated waterfront esplanade, world-renowned whale watching operations, and a range of local schools, medical centres, and retail facilities in Stockland Hervey Bay and the wider Pialba area. The suburb is entirely car-dependent — Hervey Bay has no rail service — but the city's uncongested roads make driving convenient. With its family-friendly atmosphere, relative affordability compared to south-east Queensland, and access to the natural attractions of Fraser Island (K'gari) and the Great Barrier Reef, Wondunna is a popular choice for families and sea-changers alike.
Wondunna falls under postcode 4655 and is governed by Fraser Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Hervey Bay electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Hervey Bay Transit local services — Hervey Bay CBD (Pialba) / Stockland Hervey Bay 10-20 min
Commute to Brisbane CBD
🛣️ Car is essential; Bruce Highway (A1) connects to Brisbane; Maryborough West station is closest rail but impractical for CBD commuting
Almost entirely car-dependent; local bus services exist but most residents drive to shops and services
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Wide Bay Drive
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Lot 2 Doolong South Road
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15 Scrub Hill Road
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23 Frangipanni Avenue
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Grevillea Street
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72 Nikenbah/Dundowran Road
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Beach Road
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Alice Street
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Hughes Road
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Tavistock Street
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Robert Street
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Miller Street
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Robert Street
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138 Pantlins Lane
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171 Pantlins Lane
Housing 2021 Census
0 state housing + 5 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 145
- 2. New Zealand 84
- 3. South Africa 27
- 4. Philippines 20
- 5. Germany 14
- 6. India 13
- 7. Scotland 12
- 8. Sri Lanka 11
- 9. Zimbabwe 9
- 10. Canada 7
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)