Barcaldine's New Facilities Underpin Future

Abstract

At this time of change, the Barcaldine region has an enormous opportunity to create a new economically and environmentally sustainable future. Our council consists of five communities — Alpha, Jericho, Barcaldine, Aramac and Muttaburra — situated in the centre of Queensland with a combined population of 3,000 people. Each community has its unique character and history. Despite the years of drought, the townships all boast green, shady areas for people to enjoy due to an abundant supply of artesian water. Council has had to balance its limited resources between supporting traditional industries and improving infrastructure and liveability for existing residents while promoting the growing tourism industry and investigating opportunities for new, future-focused sustainable development.