Bundaberg East, Queensland — 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 Bundaberg East, in the Bundaberg Regional local government area.
| Locality | Bundaberg East |
| State | Queensland (QLD) |
| Local Government Area | Bundaberg Regional |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) - no daylight saving |
| Remoteness | Inner Regional Australia |
| Latitude | -24.85901 |
| Longitude | 152.37391 |
| Population | 2,776 |
| Density | 607.4 /km² |
| Area | 4.6 km² |
| Elevation | 15 m |
| Postcode | 4670 |
| Area Code | 07 |
| Distance to Brisbane | 298 km north-northwest |
Bundaberg East is a locality in the Bundaberg Regional local government area of Queensland, Australia. It has a population of approximately 2,776. The locality covers an area of 4.6 km², giving a population density of about 607.4 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 15 m above sea level. It lies approximately 298 km north-northwest of Brisbane. Bundaberg East is located at 24.8590°S, 152.3739°E. It observes Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) - no daylight saving. Postcode: 4670. The Australian Bureau of Statistics classifies the area as Inner Regional Australia.
Bundaberg East unfolds as a sun-drenched tapestry where the rich, red earth meets the gentle embrace of the Burnett River. It lies 80.8 km north-north-west of Maryborough, QLD (from Maryborough, QLD: bearing 336°T), and is situated 9.0 km west-south-west of Bargara. The landscape here is a study in subtle gradients, low-lying plains giving way to slightly higher ground, all under a sky that often burns with an intense, almost luminous blue. Mature fig trees, their branches spreading like ancient arms, offer pockets of cool shade along the riverbanks, their leaves rustling with a sound that seems to whisper secrets of the humid air. The air itself carries the faint, sweet scent of ripening fruit, a constant reminder of the agricultural heart that beats just beyond the immediate suburban sprawl.
The story of Bundaberg East is inextricably linked to the fertile floodplains that have sustained life and industry here for generations. Historically, this area was a vital hub for the burgeoning sugar cane industry, its rich soil proving ideal for cultivation, and the nearby river a crucial artery for transport. This legacy is still evident in the working wharves and the enduring presence of agricultural businesses, though the local economy has diversified to include a thriving marine sector, with boat building and associated trades drawing skilled hands. The iconic Bundaberg Rum distillery, a landmark that draws visitors from afar, stands as a proud emblem of the region's entrepreneurial spirit, its distinctive aroma a familiar scent on the breeze, a testament to the ingenuity that has shaped Bundaberg East.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Bundaberg East, Queensland 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 Bundaberg East, in the Bundaberg Regional local government area.
Detailed location data for Bundaberg East includes the postcode (4670), telephone area code (07), and local government area (Bundaberg Regional), with an ABS remoteness classification of Inner Regional 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 Bundaberg East 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. |