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The Gemfields
City in Queensland, Australia
Overview
The Gemfields is a unique region in the heart of Queensland, Australia, known for its world-famous sapphire fields and small, welcoming towns dotted across the outback. Travelers come here to experience fossicking, connect with friendly locals, and enjoy a peaceful, rustic setting rich in both history and natural beauty.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Australia
State
Queensland
Population
—
Time Zone
Australia/Brisbane
Coordinates
-23.53°, 147.80°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
65
Female Safety
60
LGBTQ+ Safety
55
Traffic Safety
65
Food Safety
90
Monthly Cost
$1,435
Local Cost
$940
Local Income
$2,200
Cashless
40
English
98
Temperature
22.3°C
Summer Avg
27.4°C
Winter Avg
15.8°C
Record High
45.1°C
Record Low
0.7°C
Humidity
58%
Precipitation
637 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
EMD
Distance
39 km
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Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
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.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
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 60/100.
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