Cloncurry

Welcome to Cloncurry, where the spirit of community and the beauty of the outback combine to offer an unparalleled lifestyle. Nestled in the heart of North West Queensland, Cloncurry is a vibrant town rich in history, culture, and adventure.

In Cloncurry, you’ll find more than just a place to live; you’ll find a welcoming community where neighbours become friends and memories are made. Cloncurry is famous for its friendly residents and strong community spirit. Enjoy local events like the Cloncurry & District Show and the Curry Merry Muster Festival.

Situated at the centre of the North West Minerals Province and surrounded by prosperous agricultural businesses, Cloncurry is a bustling commercial centre for the state’s economy. Since its early years, this town has played a pivotal role as the friendly heart of the outback. With quality healthcare, excellent schools, beautiful recreation spaces, and a variety of shops and eateries, you’ll have everything you need right at your doorstep.

Whether you're looking to start a new career or wanting to enjoy a balanced lifestyle, Cloncurry has it all. Its thriving mining and agricultural sectors provide ample employment opportunities. Cloncurry residents are always connected to the broader world by Air, rail, and road.

Discover the unique charm and vibrant community of Cloncurry. Join us and experience a life where adventure, opportunity, and community spirit come together in perfect harmony. Cloncurry: Where the Outback Feels Like Home.

The Stats

3,851 Population

48,000km² Area

$120,692 Median Family Income (Above state average)

$210,500 Median House Price

Top 3 Industries

1. Mining & Critical Minerals

2. Agriculture

3. Transport & Logistics

Education

2 Childcare Centres

Cloncurry Kindergarten Association Incorporated
Curry Kids Early Learning Centre

2 Primary Schools

Cloncurry State School P-12
St Joseph’s Catholic School P-9

2 High Schools

Cloncurry State School P-12
St Joseph’s Catholic School P-9

Many of the students from the rural community of Cloncurry and surrounds complete their high school studies at one of the many high quality boarding schools in Mount Isa, Charters Towers or Townsville.

Key Attractions

Cloncurry Lookout

John Flynn Place Museum

Chinaman Creek Dam

Clem Walton Park at Corella Dam

Unearthed Museum

Chinaman Creek Eco Trail

The Curry Crawl

Mary Kathleen

Connectivity

Cloncurry is located in northwest Queensland, Australia, approximately 770 kilometers west of Townsville and 120 kilometers east of Mount Isa. It is situated along the Flinders Highway and the Great Northern Railway, making it an important regional hub in Queensland’s outback.

Cloncurry lies within the North West Minerals Province, a mineral-rich area that has historically been significant for mining, and it is surrounded by large cattle grazing stations.

By Road

Cloncurry is well-connected by highways and is a key stop on two major outback routes:

Flinders Highway (Overlander's Way): This highway connects Townsville on the east coast to Cloncurry and Mount Isa in the west. The drive from Townsville to Cloncurry takes about 8 to 9 hours.
Matilda Highway: This route runs north-south and connects Cloncurry to Karumba in the north and Cunnamulla in the south. Driving from Cloncurry to Karumba takes around 4.5 to 5 hours.

By Air

Cloncurry Airport offers regular QantasLink and Alliance Airlines flights to Townsville, Mount Isa, Cairns and Brisbane.

Mount Isa Airport is 1 hour and 30 minutes’ drive from Cloncurry and services a broad range of regional airlines with bus link from Mount Isa to Cloncurry and a Cloncurry Airport Shuttle Bus.

By Rail

Queensland Rail offer a twice weekly Inlander rail service between Townsville and Mount Isa. For more information visit Queensland Rail.

Service

Telstra provides the most reliable mobile phone coverage in Cloncurry, with 4G coverage in the town and surrounding areas. Telstra is generally the preferred provider in rural and remote areas across Australia due to its extensive network.
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With Thanks

Live North West Queensland would like to thank Cloncurry Shire Council for their support in developing this resource and continued support in developing regional north west Queensland. For further information visit the Council website and support resources.