Mornington Shire Council
Mornington Shire Council scores well on community services (70/100) but only 28/100 on core operations — a gap worth watching.
"Mornington Island — Gulf of Carpentaria Aboriginal community"
Queensland · rural council · Pop. 0
Data last updated: 2023-24 · Data confidence: moderate
Overall Score
46 out of 100
#30 of 41 rural councils in QLD
#59 in Queensland
Score Breakdown
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Sustainability | 39/100 |
| Community Services | 70/100 |
| Lifestyle & Amenity | 50/100 |
| Core Operations | 28/100 |
What This Means For You
Among rural councils, Mornington Shire performs strongest in community services (better than 70% of peers), with room to improve in infrastructure and operations (currently at the 28th percentile).
What Makes This Place Unique
Mornington Island — Gulf of Carpentaria Aboriginal community
Aboriginal island community in the Gulf of Carpentaria.
Known For
- Mornington Island
- Lardil Aboriginal culture
- Gulf fishing
- Remote island community
Living Here
Very remote Gulf island community.
Hidden Gem
Lardil cultural heritage — one of Australia's most distinctive Aboriginal cultures.