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Central Highlands
City in Queensland, Australia
Overview
The Central Highlands in Queensland, Australia, is a vast region dotted with lively townships, historic mining sites, and striking national parks. Renowned for its gemfields, agrarian landscapes, and laid-back lifestyle, it attracts both adventurers and families seeking authentic outback Australia.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Australia
State
Queensland
Population
—
Time Zone
Australia/Brisbane
Coordinates
-24.06°, 148.32°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
80
Female Safety
78
LGBTQ+ Safety
70
Traffic Safety
78
Food Safety
90
Monthly Cost
$2,155
Local Cost
$1,362
Local Income
$3,000
Cashless
85
English
99
Temperature
22.3°C
Summer Avg
27.5°C
Winter Avg
15.7°C
Record High
44.8°C
Record Low
0.9°C
Humidity
58%
Precipitation
653 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-21.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 64/100.
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