Burke Shire Council
Burke Shire Council scores well on sustainability (56/100) but only 4/100 on lifestyle & amenity — a gap worth watching.
"Gulf country — Burketown and the Morning Glory cloud"
Queensland · rural council · Pop. 500
Data last updated: 2023-24 · Data confidence: moderate
Overall Score
37 out of 100
#38 of 41 rural councils in QLD
#73 in Queensland
Score Breakdown
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Sustainability | 56/100 |
| Community Services | 34/100 |
| Lifestyle & Amenity | 4/100 |
| Core Operations | 52/100 |
What This Means For You
Among rural councils, Burke Shire performs strongest in financial sustainability (better than 56% of peers), with room to improve in lifestyle affordability (currently at the 4th percentile).
What Makes This Place Unique
Gulf country — Burketown and the Morning Glory cloud
Australia's remote Gulf frontier.
Known For
- Morning Glory cloud
- Gulf fishing
- Burketown frontier
- Albert River barramundi
Living Here
Extremely remote Gulf country.
Hidden Gem
Morning Glory clouds — rare rolling cloud phenomenon.