Gladstone Regional Council
Gladstone Regional Council scores well on core operations (68/100) but only 17/100 on lifestyle & amenity — a gap worth watching.
"Industrial port with reef gateway — LNG and Heron Island"
Queensland · regional council · Pop. 65,000
Data last updated: 2023-24 · Data confidence: moderate
Overall Score
54 out of 100
#8 of 30 regional councils in QLD
#28 in Queensland
Score Breakdown
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Sustainability | 64/100 |
| Community Services | 67/100 |
| Lifestyle & Amenity | 17/100 |
| Core Operations | 68/100 |
What This Means For You
Among regional councils, Gladstone Regional performs strongest in infrastructure and operations (better than 68% of peers), with room to improve in lifestyle affordability (currently at the 17th percentile).
What Makes This Place Unique
Industrial port with reef gateway — LNG and Heron Island
Major industrial port and southern Great Barrier Reef gateway.
Known For
- Major industrial port
- Heron Island reef access
- Tondoon Botanic Gardens
- Round Hill Head coastal walks
Living Here
Well-paid industrial employment with reef access. Affordable.
Hidden Gem
Heron Island — guaranteed turtle and reef snorkelling from Gladstone.