Richmond Shire Council
Richmond Shire Council is one of QLD's top-performing councils, ranking 14th of 77 and strongest on lifestyle & amenity.
"Kronosaurus Korner — marine fossils in outback Queensland"
Queensland · rural council · Pop. 800
Data last updated: 2023-24 · Data confidence: moderate
Overall Score
60 out of 100
#7 of 41 rural councils in QLD
#14 in Queensland
Score Breakdown
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Sustainability | 34/100 |
| Community Services | 28/100 |
| Lifestyle & Amenity | 100/100 |
| Core Operations | 76/100 |
What This Means For You
Among rural councils, Richmond Shire performs strongest in lifestyle affordability (better than 100% of peers), with room to improve in community services (currently at the 28th percentile).
What Makes This Place Unique
Kronosaurus Korner — marine fossils in outback Queensland
Small outback town with world-class fossil museum.
Known For
- Kronosaurus Korner
- Marine fossils
- Lake Fred Tritton
- Dinosaur Trail
Living Here
Small outback town with excellent museum.
Hidden Gem
Complete kronosaurus skeleton rivalling major city museums.