Fraser Coast Regional Council
Fraser Coast Regional Council ranks 18th of 77 in QLD, performing best on community services (65/100).
"K'gari gateway — Hervey Bay whales and Maryborough heritage"
Queensland · regional council · Pop. 108,000
Data last updated: 2023-24 · Data confidence: moderate
Overall Score
58 out of 100
#6 of 30 regional councils in QLD
#18 in Queensland
Score Breakdown
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Sustainability | 63/100 |
| Community Services | 65/100 |
| Lifestyle & Amenity | 53/100 |
| Core Operations | 52/100 |
What This Means For You
Among regional councils, Fraser Coast Regional performs strongest in community services (better than 65% of peers). Performance in infrastructure and operations is moderate at the 52th percentile among peers.
What Makes This Place Unique
K'gari gateway — Hervey Bay whales and Maryborough heritage
Fraser Coast is gateway to K'gari (Fraser Island) and one of Australia's best whale-watching locations.
Known For
- K'gari (Fraser Island)
- Hervey Bay whale watching
- Maryborough heritage
- Affordable coastal retirement
Living Here
Extraordinary natural assets at affordable prices.
Hidden Gem
Maryborough heritage walk — birthplace of P.L. Travers (Mary Poppins).