Queensland location profile
The Caves QLD 4702
The Caves is a small rural township in Livingstone Shire known for its limestone cave systems and relaxed, country feel. It appeals to families and nature-lovers seeking acreage living within easy reach of Rockhampton’s services.
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Why families consider The Caves
Predominantly families, tradies, and agricultural workers with some commuters to Rockhampton; lifestyle is quiet and outdoorsy with strong community ties and events at the local showgrounds.
Amenities & services
- Parkhurst Town Centre (groceries and retail)
- Stockland Rockhampton (major shopping mall)
- The Caves Country Pub
- Capricorn Caves Café
- The Caves State School (primary)
- Rockhampton Hospital and North Rockhampton medical clinics
- North Rockhampton Library, Berserker
- Rockhampton Library, Rockhampton CBD
- Yeppoon Library, Yeppoon
Transport & connectivity
- Rockhampton railway station (long‑distance services)
- Limited regional/school bus services to Rockhampton
- Bruce Highway (A1), The Caves Road, access to Rockhampton–Yeppoon Road via Parkhurst
Lifestyle & recreation
- Capricorn Caves tours and adventure caving
- The Caves Showgrounds (annual show, rodeo, community events)
- Hiking and wildlife viewing in Mount Etna Caves National Park
- Sports, gyms, pools and cinemas in nearby North Rockhampton
- Mount Etna Caves National Park
- Capricorn Caves Nature Reserve
- The Caves Showgrounds Park
- Baga National Park (Mount Jim Crow)
Education context
Limited local options; most families use centres in Parkhurst and Norman Gardens (approx. 15–25 minutes south).
- CQUniversity Rockhampton North (Norman Gardens)
- TAFE Queensland – Rockhampton City and North campuses