Carstairs is a small rural locality in Queensland, Australia, situated within the Whitsunday Region and part of the larger Bowen Basin. Known for its agricultural and mining activities, the area is surrounded by expansive farmland and natural landscapes, contributing to its quiet and scenic environment. Carstairs is relatively remote, with limited residential development, and is primarily accessed via nearby towns such as Bowen and Collinsville. The region's economy is largely driven by agriculture, particularly cattle grazing, and its proximity to coal mining operations in the Bowen Basin. Carstairs offers a tranquil, rural lifestyle for its residents, with a strong connection to the land and the broader Queensland outback.
| Postcode: | 4806 |
| State: | QLD |
| Coordinates (lat/long): | -19.862878, 147.416856 |
| Federal Electorate: | Dawson |