The Outback – there’s nothing there, right? On the contrary, a visit to Central Western Outback Queensland reveals life-changing opportunities as vast as the landscape.
Tired of the rat race? Running on empty? Want more space? Want more time for yourself?
Central Western Outback Queensland can offer you a new quality of life. A relaxed pace, great people, security, free open spaces, no traffic jams, a healthy environment and all the services and infrastructure you expect in order to make your life comfortable.
You may think ‘But there’s nothing there!’ However, if you venture out to investigate you’ll be astounded at the opportunities on offer – career, social, cultural, educational, and financial.
Central Western Outback Queensland incorporates seven local governments, covering 22 per cent of the State of Queensland. It is a diverse and dynamic landscape weaving together open grass plains, native bushland, and pristine waterways flowing down to red sand dunes in the south-west corner. It is an ever-changing canvas that can be dry some of the time, but lush just as often.
To many, the most endearing quality of Central Western Outback Queensland is the spirit of the place and the people. It cannot truly be understood until experienced. The minute you walk into life in Central Western Outback Queensland you will feel welcome and at home. Perhaps the region can best be described in terms of the personality traits of its people: a dry sense of humour; a keen sense of fun; welcoming and friendly; genuine, honest, fair and gutsy.
Why, you may ask, would you ever want to live in Central Western Outback Queensland? The 12,400 people who have chosen this area as their home say they love it because of the friendly down-to-earth people, the relaxed lifestyle, the fantastic social life, the wide open spaces topped with that big sky – and it’s a safe place to raise a family.
Strong community spirit and a low crime rate combine to ensure a safe environment and a high quality of life, whether you’re raising a family, single or looking to retire.
Contemplating a career move?
Do you have a perception that career opportunities are limited in small country towns? On the contrary, talent is quickly noticed and nurtured in small communities. Usually you will have the opportunity to gain a far broader and deeper level of experience in professional and trade positions in Central Western Outback Queensland. Many young skilled trade and professional people use the region as a stepping stone. It is renowned as a training ground, and the region is proud of that solid reputation.
Home on the range
How are metropolitan real estate values aff ecting you? If you are trying to buy into the market, the fi nancial and personal stresses are enormous. If you own your property it may be an ideal time to take advantage of the capital gain you can achieve through buying into a cheaper market in Central Western Outback Queensland, retaining profit for a retirement nest egg or further investment.
You may have the perception that the cost of living is higher in the region. In fact, the price of real estate is far less expensive, but still provides excellent value and a good standard of living. Securing a 25-acre block with a rural lifestyle is still a reality in Central Western Outback Queensland.
Housing prices vary across the region from $80,000 to $400,000, with rental accommodation similarly variable. But, most importantly, it is affordable.
Services
You will be surprised by the quality and variety of services available across the region. There are beautiful and unique shops off ering a wide variety of products. While it does not off er the retail experiences of the city, the region off ers all the essentials and more, and most residents would argue that this environment helps with money management and stretching the family budget!
Education
In the region’s larger centres, education is available from pre-school up to Grade 12. In the smaller communities, secondary school students are required to continue their study through the Longreach School of Distance Education or by attending a boarding school.
Students attending small schools are not disadvantaged. On the contrary, the region’s schools are well resourced and often have smaller class sizes, making for a more personalised education.
Health Services
As many of the region’s residents will tell you, the healthy environment, easy access to excellent recreational and sporting facilities, and quality of life enhance opportunities for good health and wellbeing. Hospitals and multi-functional facilities across the region provide a high level of care and are staff ed by experienced health practitioners.
Central Western Outback Queensland has it all, and at a price you can afford.
More information
www.blackall.qld.gov.au
www.tambo.qld.gov.au
www.longreach.qld.gov.au
www.barcaldinerc.qld.gov.au
www.barcoo.qld.gov.au
www.winton.qld.gov.au
www.diamantina.qld.gov.au
www.boulia.qld.gov.au
www.rapad.com.au
Heart of the country
Tired of the rat race? Running on empty? Want more space? Want more time for yourself?
Central Western Outback Queensland can offer you a new quality of life. A relaxed pace, great people, security, free open spaces, no traffic jams, a healthy environment and all the services and infrastructure you expect in order to make your life comfortable.
You may think ‘But there’s nothing there!’ However, if you venture out to investigate you’ll be astounded at the opportunities on offer – career, social, cultural, educational, and financial.
Central Western Outback Queensland incorporates seven local governments, covering 22 per cent of the State of Queensland. It is a diverse and dynamic landscape weaving together open grass plains, native bushland, and pristine waterways flowing down to red sand dunes in the south-west corner. It is an ever-changing canvas that can be dry some of the time, but lush just as often.
Why, you may ask, would you ever want to live in Central Western Outback Queensland? The 12,400 people who have chosen this area as their home say they love it because of the friendly down-to-earth people, the relaxed lifestyle, the fantastic social life, the wide open spaces topped with that big sky – and it’s a safe place to raise a family.
Strong community spirit and a low crime rate combine to ensure a safe environment and a high quality of life, whether you’re raising a family, single or looking to retire.
Contemplating a career move?
Do you have a perception that career opportunities are limited in small country towns? On the contrary, talent is quickly noticed and nurtured in small communities. Usually you will have the opportunity to gain a far broader and deeper level of experience in professional and trade positions in Central Western Outback Queensland. Many young skilled trade and professional people use the region as a stepping stone. It is renowned as a training ground, and the region is proud of that solid reputation.
Home on the range
How are metropolitan real estate values aff ecting you? If you are trying to buy into the market, the fi nancial and personal stresses are enormous. If you own your property it may be an ideal time to take advantage of the capital gain you can achieve through buying into a cheaper market in Central Western Outback Queensland, retaining profit for a retirement nest egg or further investment.
Housing prices vary across the region from $80,000 to $400,000, with rental accommodation similarly variable. But, most importantly, it is affordable.
Services
You will be surprised by the quality and variety of services available across the region. There are beautiful and unique shops off ering a wide variety of products. While it does not off er the retail experiences of the city, the region off ers all the essentials and more, and most residents would argue that this environment helps with money management and stretching the family budget!
Education
In the region’s larger centres, education is available from pre-school up to Grade 12. In the smaller communities, secondary school students are required to continue their study through the Longreach School of Distance Education or by attending a boarding school.
Students attending small schools are not disadvantaged. On the contrary, the region’s schools are well resourced and often have smaller class sizes, making for a more personalised education.
Health Services
As many of the region’s residents will tell you, the healthy environment, easy access to excellent recreational and sporting facilities, and quality of life enhance opportunities for good health and wellbeing. Hospitals and multi-functional facilities across the region provide a high level of care and are staff ed by experienced health practitioners.
Central Western Outback Queensland has it all, and at a price you can afford.
More information
www.blackall.qld.gov.au
www.tambo.qld.gov.au
www.longreach.qld.gov.au
www.barcaldinerc.qld.gov.au
www.barcoo.qld.gov.au
www.winton.qld.gov.au
www.diamantina.qld.gov.au
www.boulia.qld.gov.au
www.rapad.com.au