Winton Shire Council
Winton Shire Council is one of QLD's top-performing councils, ranking 15th of 77 and strongest on core operations.
"Waltzing Matilda and dinosaurs — outback Queensland's cultural heart"
Queensland · rural council · Pop. 1,200
Data last updated: 2023-24 · Data confidence: moderate
Overall Score
60 out of 100
#7 of 41 rural councils in QLD
#15 in Queensland
Score Breakdown
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Sustainability | 57/100 |
| Community Services | 53/100 |
| Lifestyle & Amenity | 52/100 |
| Core Operations | 76/100 |
What This Means For You
Among rural councils, Winton Shire performs strongest in infrastructure and operations (better than 76% of peers). Performance in lifestyle affordability is moderate at the 52th percentile among peers.
What Makes This Place Unique
Waltzing Matilda and dinosaurs — outback Queensland's cultural heart
Where Banjo Paterson wrote Waltzing Matilda.
Known For
- Waltzing Matilda Centre
- Age of Dinosaurs museum
- Opal fossicking
- Outback cinema
Living Here
Remote but culturally rich.
Hidden Gem
Age of Dinosaurs — world-class museum on a mesa, with dig participation.