Queensland location profile
Moura QLD 4718
Moura is a small Central Queensland mining and agricultural town in Banana Shire, known for its coal operations and surrounding cattle and cropping country. It offers essential services, a close-knit community, and access to outdoor recreation along the Dawson River.
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Why families consider Moura
Predominantly working families and shift workers tied to coal mining, farming, and support industries, with a practical, community-minded rural lifestyle. Housing is generally affordable, and the town hosts regular sporting and community events such as the Coal and Country Festival.
Amenities & services
- Moura Multi-Purpose Health Service (hospital) and emergency care
- GP clinic and dental services
- Pharmacy
- Moura IGA supermarket and convenience stores
- Hardware and rural supplies
- Service stations
- Pubs and restaurants (Coal 'N' Cattle Hotel Motel, Moura Tavern)
- Australia Post and basic banking/ATM
- Moura Library (Banana Shire Council), Gillespie Street, Moura
- Banana Shire Mobile Library service (visits Moura district)
Transport & connectivity
- No passenger rail (freight-only Moura railway line)
- Inter-town coach services via the Dawson Highway (limited frequency)
- Dawson Highway (A7) linking to Biloela and Theodore
- Leichhardt Highway (A2) accessible via Banana
- Moura Aerodrome (charter/general aviation only)
Lifestyle & recreation
- Moura Memorial Swimming Pool
- Moura Golf Club (9-hole)
- Moura Bowls Club
- Rugby league and cricket at Moura Sportsground
- Tennis and netball courts
- Moura Civic Centre and community events (Coal and Country Festival)
- Moura Miners Memorial Park
- Moura Memorial Park
- Rotary Park, Moura
- Dawson River Recreation Area and boat ramp
- Lions Park, Moura
Education context
One long day care and a community kindergarten serve the town, with OSHC at Moura State School; places can be limited during peak mining periods, so early enrolment is advised.
- CQUniversity Rockhampton North (Rockhampton)
- CQUniversity Gladstone Marina and City campuses (Gladstone)