Murweh Shire Council
Murweh Shire Council scores well on core operations (67/100) but only 28/100 on sustainability — a gap worth watching.
"Charleville — night sky capital and bilby breeding"
Queensland · rural council · Pop. 4,500
Data last updated: 2023-24 · Data confidence: moderate
Overall Score
47 out of 100
#27 of 41 rural councils in QLD
#57 in Queensland
Score Breakdown
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Sustainability | 28/100 |
| Community Services | 59/100 |
| Lifestyle & Amenity | 35/100 |
| Core Operations | 67/100 |
What This Means For You
Among rural councils, Murweh Shire performs strongest in infrastructure and operations (better than 67% of peers), with room to improve in financial sustainability (currently at the 28th percentile).
What Makes This Place Unique
Charleville — night sky capital and bilby breeding
Outback town with observatory and bilby program.
Known For
- Cosmos Centre
- Bilby Experience
- RFDS base
- Outback heritage
Living Here
Remote with surprisingly good attractions.
Hidden Gem
Cosmos Centre — serious stargazing under outback skies.