North Burnett Regional Council
North Burnett Regional Council scores well on lifestyle & amenity (93/100) but only 18/100 on community services — a gap worth watching.
"Burnett River country — Gayndah, Mundubbera, and Queensland's oldest town"
Queensland · regional council · Pop. 10,500
Data last updated: 2023-24 · Data confidence: moderate
Overall Score
46 out of 100
#25 of 30 regional councils in QLD
#60 in Queensland
Score Breakdown
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Sustainability | 33/100 |
| Community Services | 18/100 |
| Lifestyle & Amenity | 93/100 |
| Core Operations | 39/100 |
What This Means For You
Among regional councils, North Burnett Regional performs strongest in lifestyle affordability (better than 93% of peers), with room to improve in community services (currently at the 18th percentile).
What Makes This Place Unique
Burnett River country — Gayndah, Mundubbera, and Queensland's oldest town
Gayndah (Queensland's oldest town) and citrus country.
Known For
- Gayndah — oldest town
- Citrus farming
- Cania Gorge
- Rural heritage
Living Here
Very affordable country living. Basic services.
Hidden Gem
Cania Gorge — dramatic sandstone gorges, hidden gem of central QLD.