Quilpie Shire Council
Quilpie Shire Council is one of QLD's top-performing councils, ranking 5th of 77 and strongest on lifestyle & amenity.
"Boulder opal capital of the world"
Queensland · rural council · Pop. 900
Data last updated: 2023-24 · Data confidence: moderate
Overall Score
66 out of 100
#3 of 41 rural councils in QLD
#5 in Queensland
Score Breakdown
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Sustainability | 68/100 |
| Community Services | 47/100 |
| Lifestyle & Amenity | 89/100 |
| Core Operations | 60/100 |
What This Means For You
Among rural councils, Quilpie Shire performs strongest in lifestyle affordability (better than 89% of peers). Performance in community services is moderate at the 47th percentile among peers.
What Makes This Place Unique
Boulder opal capital of the world
Centre of Australia's boulder opal mining.
Known For
- Boulder opal capital
- Channel Country
- Opal fossicking
- Pastoral heritage
Living Here
Remote opal town. Very affordable, very unique.
Hidden Gem
Opals set into the town's footpaths.