Flinders Shire Council
Flinders Shire Council is one of QLD's top-performing councils, ranking 2nd of 77 and strongest on lifestyle & amenity.
"Hughenden and Porcupine Gorge — outback dinosaur country"
Queensland · rural council · Pop. 1,700
Data last updated: 2023-24 · Data confidence: moderate
Overall Score
73 out of 100
#1 of 41 rural councils in QLD
#2 in Queensland
Score Breakdown
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Sustainability | 65/100 |
| Community Services | 65/100 |
| Lifestyle & Amenity | 89/100 |
| Core Operations | 71/100 |
What This Means For You
Among rural councils, Flinders Shire performs strongest in lifestyle affordability (better than 89% of peers). Performance in community services is moderate at the 65th percentile among peers.
What Makes This Place Unique
Hughenden and Porcupine Gorge — outback dinosaur country
Outback Queensland's dinosaur trail.
Known For
- Dinosaur Trail
- Porcupine Gorge
- Hughenden
- Pastoral heritage
Living Here
Remote and unique.
Hidden Gem
Porcupine Gorge — 'Australia's Little Grand Canyon'.