Pormpuraaw Aboriginal Shire Council
Pormpuraaw Aboriginal Shire Council scores well on sustainability (76/100) but only 36/100 on community services — a gap worth watching.
"Pormpuraaw — Gulf Aboriginal community with ancient heritage"
Queensland · rural council · Pop. 800
Data last updated: 2023-24 · Data confidence: moderate
Overall Score
56 out of 100
#10 of 41 rural councils in QLD
#22 in Queensland
Score Breakdown
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Sustainability | 76/100 |
| Community Services | 36/100 |
| Lifestyle & Amenity | 50/100 |
| Core Operations | 55/100 |
What This Means For You
Among rural councils, Pormpuraaw Aboriginal Shire performs strongest in financial sustainability (better than 76% of peers), with room to improve in community services (currently at the 36th percentile).
What Makes This Place Unique
Pormpuraaw — Gulf Aboriginal community with ancient heritage
Remote Gulf coast Aboriginal community.
Known For
- Aboriginal heritage
- Gulf coast
- Traditional art
- Remote community
Living Here
Very remote.
Hidden Gem
Pormpuraaw art — increasingly recognized nationally.