Cloncurry, Queensland
Cloncurry is a small town in north-west Queensland, Australia.[1][2] It is located in the Shire of Cloncurry, about 770 kilometers west of Townsville and 120 kilometers east of Mount Isa.
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 Sunset at Chinaman Creek Dam, Cloncurry | |||||||||
  Cloncurry | |||||||||
| Coordinates | 20°42′17″S 140°30′19″E / 20.70472°S 140.50528°E | ||||||||
| Population | 3,167 | ||||||||
| • Density | 0.39078/km2 (1.01210/sq mi) | ||||||||
| Elevation | 186 m (610 ft) | ||||||||
| Area | 8,104.4 km2 (3,129.1 sq mi) | ||||||||
| Time zone | AEST (UTC+10:00) | ||||||||
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History
[change | change source]Cloncurry was established in the 1870s after the discovery of copper and gold in the area. It became an important mining town. The town is also known as the place where the Royal Flying Doctor Service first began in 1928.
Geography
[change | change source]Cloncurry is in a dry and hot part of Queensland, with open landscapes and low hills. The Cloncurry River runs near the town. It is located in the Outback, with long distances between towns.
Economy
[change | change source]The main industries in Cloncurry are:
- Mining, especially copper and other minerals
- Cattle grazing and agriculture
- Transport and services for nearby mining operations
Community
[change | change source]Cloncurry has schools, a hospital, and community events such as rodeos and festivals. It is known for its friendly outback community and strong local spirit.
- ↑ "Cloncurry – town in Shire of Cloncurry (entry 7469)". Queensland Place Names. Queensland Government. Retrieved 19 July 2021.
- ↑ "Cloncurry – locality in Shire of Cloncurry (entry 44671)". Queensland Place Names. Queensland Government. Retrieved 19 July 2021.