Barcoo Shire Council
Barcoo Shire Council did not report enough data to be ranked.
"Australia's least populated shire — Windorah and Channel Country"
See where Barcoo Shire Council ranks: Best Councils in Queensland 2026
Queensland · very-small council · Pop. 321
Data last updated: 2024-25 · Data confidence: limited
Overall Score
No overall score — Queensland publishes data for two of the four dimensions. How these scores are calculated.
Peer group: 22 councils.
Score Breakdown
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Sustainability | Not published |
| Core Operations | Not published |
| Community Services | Not published by Queensland |
| Lifestyle & Amenity | Not published by Queensland |
What This Means For You
Barcoo did not report enough data in the Queensland Government's 2024-25 comparative information for either dimension to be scored. Nothing is estimated in its place.
What Makes This Place Unique
Australia's least populated shire — Windorah and Channel Country
One of Australia's most remote shires.
Known For
- Channel Country
- Birdsville track access
- Population under 400
- Genuine outback
Living Here
Beautiful in its vastness.
Hidden Gem
Channel Country after rain — desert transforms into waterways.