Bundaberg Regional Council
Bundaberg Regional Council scores well on community services (73/100) but only 40/100 on lifestyle & amenity — a gap worth watching.
"Rum, reef, and turtles — Bundaberg's coastal charm and agriculture"
Queensland · regional council · Pop. 105,000
Data last updated: 2023-24 · Data confidence: moderate
Overall Score
51 out of 100
#16 of 30 regional councils in QLD
#39 in Queensland
Score Breakdown
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Sustainability | 46/100 |
| Community Services | 73/100 |
| Lifestyle & Amenity | 40/100 |
| Core Operations | 46/100 |
What This Means For You
Among regional councils, Bundaberg Regional performs strongest in community services (better than 73% of peers), with room to improve in lifestyle affordability (currently at the 40th percentile).
What Makes This Place Unique
Rum, reef, and turtles — Bundaberg's coastal charm and agriculture
Bundaberg sits near the southern Great Barrier Reef with turtle nesting beaches.
Known For
- Bundaberg Rum Distillery
- Mon Repos turtle beach
- Southern reef access
- Sugar and macadamia farming
Living Here
Affordable coastal lifestyle with unique natural attractions.
Hidden Gem
Mon Repos turtle nesting — genuinely magical to witness.