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Kilcummin QLD 4721

Kilcummin is a remote rural locality in the Isaac Region of Central Queensland, known for expansive grazing lands and wide-open country. It offers a quiet agricultural lifestyle with most services accessed in nearby Clermont.

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Why families consider Kilcummin

Sparsely populated farming district with cattle properties and some mining-related workforce; residents are mainly families on stations and rural workers, with a self-reliant, community-focused lifestyle anchored by nearby Clermont.

Amenities & services

  • Basic groceries, fuel and services in nearby Clermont town centre
  • Clermont Hospital and GP/medical clinics
  • Pubs, cafes and takeaway options in Clermont
  • Primary education at Kilcummin State School; secondary schooling in Clermont
  • Clermont Library (Isaac Regional Council), Clermont

Transport & connectivity

  • No local train station; nearest passenger rail at Emerald (Spirit of the Outback)
  • Infrequent regional coach services via Clermont
  • Gregory Developmental Road (State Route 62) and local rural roads
  • Clermont Aerodrome (regional airport) nearby

Lifestyle & recreation

  • Community events, campdraft and rodeo at Clermont Showgrounds
  • Fishing, boating and camping at Theresa Creek Dam
  • Sports clubs and facilities in Clermont (swimming pool, tennis, golf)
  • Hoods Lagoon (Clermont)
  • Theresa Creek Dam Recreation Area
  • Local creek corridors and pastoral open space

Education context

No childcare centres in Kilcummin; long day care and family day care available in Clermont.

  • CQUniversity Emerald
  • CQUniversity Mackay (Ooralea)
  • CQUniversity Rockhampton North