Coochin, 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 Coochin, in the Scenic Rim Regional local government area.
| Locality | Coochin |
| State | Queensland (QLD) |
| Local Government Area | Scenic Rim Regional |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) - no daylight saving |
| Remoteness | Inner Regional Australia |
| Latitude | -28.12204 |
| Longitude | 152.66125 |
| Population | 100 |
| Density | 2.3 /km² |
| Area | 44.3 km² |
| Elevation | 135 m |
| Postcode | 4310 |
| Area Code | 07 |
| Distance to Brisbane | 81 km south-southwest |
Coochin is a locality in the Scenic Rim Regional local government area of Queensland, Australia. It is a small community with a population of 100. The locality covers an area of 44.3 km², giving a population density of about 2.3 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 135 m above sea level. It lies approximately 81 km south-southwest of Brisbane. Coochin is located at 28.1220°S, 152.6612°E. It observes Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) - no daylight saving. Postcode: 4310. The Australian Bureau of Statistics classifies the area as Inner Regional Australia.
Coochin unfolds across a landscape sculpted by ancient volcanic forces, its rich red earth yielding to rolling hills that soften into the broader sweep of the Scenic Rim. It lies 63.3 km south-south-west of Forest Lake, QLD (from Forest Lake, QLD: bearing 208°T), and is situated 14.9 km south-south-west of Boonah. Here, the air carries the scent of damp soil and eucalyptus, a constant reminder of the fertile country that defines this place. The dominant feature is the gentle, persistent rise and fall of the terrain, a visual rhythm that guides the eye across paddocks of grazing cattle and groves of citrus trees, their glossy leaves catching the sunlight. The sky above often holds a vast, unblemished blue, punctuated by the slow drift of cumulus clouds, and at dusk, a painterly wash of rose and gold spills across the western horizon, illuminating the land in a soft, fleeting glow.
The story of Coochin is deeply entwined with the land's bounty, a history built on the back of agriculture and its enduring spirit. For generations, dairy herds have been a familiar sight, their contented lowing a soft counterpoint to the rustle of wind through the grass. More recently, the cultivation of citrus has become a significant part of Coochin's economic identity, with orchards contributing to the region's reputation for fresh, flavourful produce. This steady, reliable industry underpins the quiet character of Coochin, fostering a sense of continuity and a subtle pride in its connection to the earth. The local roads, often lined with sturdy fences and the occasional weathered farmhouse, speak of a life lived in close communion with the seasons, a tradition that continues to shape the very feel of this distinct corner of Queensland.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Coochin, 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 Coochin, in the Scenic Rim Regional local government area.
Detailed location data for Coochin includes the postcode (4310), telephone area code (07), and local government area (Scenic Rim 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 Coochin 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. |