Queensland location profile
Amamoor QLD 4570
Amamoor is a small rural township in the Mary Valley of the Gympie Region, known for its scenic farmland, state forests and relaxed country lifestyle. It appeals to families, hobby farmers and nature lovers seeking acreage living within easy reach of Gympie.
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Why families consider Amamoor
A close-knit rural community with a mix of long-term locals, young families and semi-retirees, enjoying acreage properties, equestrian pursuits and outdoor recreation. Weekends revolve around local markets, community events and access to nearby forests, creeks and the Mary Valley towns.
Amenities & services
- Amamoor General Store & Post Office (Amamoor)
- Amamoor State School (primary)
- Gympie Central Shopping Centre (Gympie)
- Goldfields Plaza (Gympie)
- Gympie Hospital (public, Gympie)
- Mary Valley Family Practice (Imbil)
- Local cafes and eateries in Imbil and Kandanga
- Amamoor Community Hall
- Imbil Library, Imbil
- Gympie Library, Gympie
Transport & connectivity
- Amamoor heritage railway station (Mary Valley Rattler tourist service)
- Gympie North train station for Queensland Rail long-distance services
- Limited local and school bus services connecting the Mary Valley and Gympie
- Mary Valley Road (State Route 51)
- Bruce Highway (A1) access via Kybong
Lifestyle & recreation
- Amamoor State Forest trails for walking, horse riding and 4WD
- Amamoor Creek camping area and Gympie Music Muster site
- Kayaking and fishing on nearby Mary River and Yabba Creek
- Gympie Aquatic Recreation Centre (Gympie)
- Imbil Showgrounds and sports facilities (nearby)
- Amamoor State Forest
- Amamoor Creek Camping Area
- Amamoor Creek day-use areas
- Woondum National Park (regional)
Education context
No centre-based childcare in Amamoor; options available in nearby Imbil and multiple long day care, kindergarten and family day care services in Gympie (waitlists vary, plan ahead).
- University of the Sunshine Coast (Sippy Downs campus, Sunshine Coast)
- University of the Sunshine Coast (Moreton Bay campus, Petrie)
- CQUniversity Noosa (Noosaville)