Paroo Shire Council
Paroo Shire Council scores well on lifestyle & amenity (83/100) but only 31/100 on core operations — a gap worth watching.
"Cunnamulla and the Paroo River — last free-flowing river"
Queensland · rural council · Pop. 1,800
Data last updated: 2023-24 · Data confidence: moderate
Overall Score
54 out of 100
#14 of 41 rural councils in QLD
#30 in Queensland
Score Breakdown
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Sustainability | 56/100 |
| Community Services | 49/100 |
| Lifestyle & Amenity | 83/100 |
| Core Operations | 31/100 |
What This Means For You
Among rural councils, Paroo Shire performs strongest in lifestyle affordability (better than 83% of peers), with room to improve in infrastructure and operations (currently at the 31th percentile).
What Makes This Place Unique
Cunnamulla and the Paroo River — last free-flowing river
Outback country along one of Australia's last wild rivers.
Known For
- Paroo River
- Cunnamulla heritage
- Bilby habitat
- Artesian baths
Living Here
Remote and small.
Hidden Gem
Paroo River — last unregulated river in the Murray-Darling Basin.