WEIPA
Weipa, QLD 4874, is a remote coastal town located on the western side of Cape York Peninsula in Far North Queensland, Australia. Known as one of the largest towns on the peninsula, Weipa is a significant hub for the mining industry, particularly bauxite, which is extracted and exported by Rio Tinto. The town is surrounded by pristine natural beauty, including the Gulf of Carpentaria, extensive wetlands, and lush bushland, making it a popular spot for fishing, boating, and wildlife spotting. Despite its remote location, Weipa offers modern amenities, including schools, healthcare facilities, and recreational activities, catering to both residents and visitors. Its Indigenous heritage is also a vital part of the community, with strong ties to the local Aboriginal peoples.
Suburb Information:
| Postcode: |
4874 |
| State: |
QLD |
| Coordinates (lat/long): |
-12.533944, 142.267938 |
| Federal Electorate: |
Leichhardt
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Nearest Points of Interest:
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Bunnings:
Smithfield Qld (604.3 km)
, Innisfail (614.4 km)
, Cairns (616.1 km)
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Landfill / Transfer Station:
Weipa Landfill (48.7 km)
, Evan's Landing Landfill (48.7 km)
, Mapoon Waste Facility (64.7 km)
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Petrol Station:
Mapoon Aboriginal Shire Council Store (69.4 km)
, Aurukun Bowsers (108.2 km)
, Ceq Lockhart River Supermarket (119.9 km)
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Police Station:
Weipa Station (43.2 km)
, Aurukun Station (108.7 km)
, Lockhart River Station (120.1 km)
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Primary School:
St Joseph's Parish School (43.3 km)
, Western Cape College (43.3 km)
, Western Cape College - Weipa (43.3 km)
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Private Hospital:
Ramsay Clinic Cairns (614.8 km)
, Cairns Private Hospital (615.8 km)
, Ramsay Surgical Centre Cairns (616.2 km)
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Public Hospital:
Weipa Hospital (45.1 km)
, Bamaga Hospital (182.8 km)
, Thursday Island Hospital (216.5 km)
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Railway Station:
Marina Station (557.8 km)
, Mirage Country Club Station (559.6 km)
, Oaks Resort Station (560 km)
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Secondary School:
Western Cape College (43.3 km)
, Western Cape College - Weipa (43.3 km)
, Aurukun State School (108.3 km)
Nearby Suburbs: