Queanbeyan, New South Wales — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live local weather conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Queanbeyan, in the Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council local government area.
| Locality | Queanbeyan |
| State | New South Wales (NSW) |
| Local Government Area | Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT) |
| Remoteness | Major Cities of Australia |
| Latitude | -35.35232 |
| Longitude | 149.23027 |
| Population | 6,296 |
| Density | 2264.7 /km² |
| Area | 2.8 km² |
| Elevation | 581 m |
| Postcode | 2620 |
| Area Code | 02 |
| Distance to Sydney | 245 km southwest |
Queanbeyan is a locality in the Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council local government area of New South Wales, Australia. It has a population of approximately 6,296. The locality covers an area of 2.8 km², giving a population density of about 2264.7 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 581 m above sea level. It lies approximately 245 km southwest of Sydney. Queanbeyan is located at 35.3523°S, 149.2303°E. It observes Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT). Postcode: 2620.
Queanbeyan sits at the edge of the Monaro plains, where the rugged foothills of the Great Dividing Range begin to soften. It lies 81.3 km south-south-west of Goulburn, NSW (from Goulburn, NSW: bearing 214°T), and is situated 6.9 km east-north-east of Jerrabomberra. The land here, a mix of rolling pastures and steeper, timbered country, is etched by the winding Queanbeyan River, its waters a cool, dark ribbon reflecting the broad Australian sky. The air often carries the scent of eucalyptus and dry grass, a familiar perfume that speaks of long, warm summers and crisp, clear winters. Houses cluster along the riverbanks and climb the gentler slopes, their colours muted against the earthy tones of the landscape, creating a sense of settled belonging.
Historically, Queanbeyan has been a place of passage and sustenance, its origins tied to the pastoral leases that opened up this fertile region. The railway line, a vital artery in its development, brought with it a steady flow of people and goods, shaping its character as a regional centre. Today, while agriculture and grazing remain important, the local economy has diversified, embracing a broader range of industries and services that cater to a growing population. The striking presence of the Queanbeyan Showground, a hub for country fairs and sporting events, hints at the enduring connection to its rural roots, while the modern infrastructure of the town suggests a forward-looking spirit, always adapting to the changing currents of life.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Queanbeyan, New South Wales with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorially written description provides background on Queanbeyan, in the Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council local government area.
Detailed location data for Queanbeyan includes the postcode (2620), telephone area code (02), and local government area (Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council), with an ABS remoteness classification of Major Cities of Australia. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Australian city, town or locality.
Location data is drawn from Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020) and enriched with GeoNames and Australian Bureau of Statistics data, matched by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Queanbeyan is identified even where the name is shared across multiple localities.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020); enriched with GeoNames and ABS 2021 Census data, matched by coordinate proximity |
| Description | Editorial description generated with AI assistance from verified Geoscape, ABS and GeoNames location data. |