Queensland location profile
Condamine QLD 4416
Condamine is a small rural town on the Condamine River in Queensland’s Western Downs, known for its agricultural base and close-knit community. It appeals to those seeking quiet country living with essential services and a strong tradition of campdraft and grazing culture.
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Why families consider Condamine
Predominantly farming and resource-industry workers, families, and long-term locals; lifestyle is laid-back and community-oriented with regular rural events and a strong connection to the river and surrounding grazing lands.
Amenities & services
- General store and fuel stop
- Hotel/pub with bistro
- Caravan park and motel-style accommodation
- Primary school (Condamine State School)
- Community hall and showgrounds
- Post office/agency
- Basic health services (nearest hospitals and larger clinics in Miles and Chinchilla)
- Western Downs Libraries – Mobile Library (scheduled visits to Condamine)
- Miles Library (Miles)
- Chinchilla Library (Chinchilla)
Transport & connectivity
- No passenger rail (nearest stations/services in Miles and Chinchilla)
- Limited coach access (long‑distance services stop at Miles/Chinchilla)
- Leichhardt Highway (A5)
- Roma–Condamine Road (State Route 49)
- Chinchilla–Condamine Road (State Route 82)
Lifestyle & recreation
- Fishing and kayaking on the Condamine River
- Showgrounds and campdraft/rodeo arena
- Community sports oval and courts
- Local pub social events
Education context
No dedicated childcare centres in town; families typically use family day care or services in Miles (~35km north) and Chinchilla (~65km northeast).
- University of Southern Queensland (UniSQ) – Toowoomba campus
- The University of Queensland – Gatton campus
- Queensland University of Technology (QUT) – Brisbane campuses
- The University of Queensland – St Lucia campus (Brisbane)