Goondiwindi, 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 Goondiwindi, in the Goondiwindi Regional local government area.
| Locality | Goondiwindi |
| State | Queensland (QLD) |
| Local Government Area | Goondiwindi Regional |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) - no daylight saving |
| Remoteness | Outer Regional Australia |
| Latitude | -28.41174 |
| Longitude | 150.36837 |
| Population | 6,577 |
| Density | 7.9 /km² |
| Area | 830.6 km² |
| Elevation | 220 m |
| Postcode | 4390 |
| Area Code | 07 |
| Distance to Brisbane | 281 km west-southwest |
Goondiwindi is a locality in the Goondiwindi Regional local government area of Queensland, Australia. It has a population of approximately 6,577. The locality covers an area of 830.6 km², giving a population density of about 7.9 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 220 m above sea level. It lies approximately 281 km west-southwest of Brisbane. Goondiwindi is located at 28.4117°S, 150.3684°E. It observes Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) - no daylight saving. Postcode: 4390. The Australian Bureau of Statistics classifies the area as Outer Regional Australia.
Goondiwindi rests on the ochre-tinted plains where the Macintyre River carves a gentle, life-giving vein. It lies 182.0 km west-south-west of Toowoomba City, QLD (from Toowoomba City, QLD: bearing 238°T), and is situated 40.2 km north-north-east of Boggabilla. The landscape unfolds in broad, sweeping vistas of wheat stubble and emerald paddocks, punctuated by the stoic silhouettes of gum trees standing sentinel against the vast, often sapphire sky. The air here carries a dry, crisp cleanness, especially as the sun begins its slow descent, painting the horizon in hues of burnt orange and soft rose, and the very light seems to acquire a certain weight, a golden dustiness that settles on everything. The town itself possesses a quiet, purposeful character, its streets laid out with a pragmatic order, reflecting the hardworking spirit of its inhabitants.
This land, etched by the enduring presence of the Macintyre, has long been a vital artery for the surrounding agricultural heartland, primarily known for its significant cotton and grain production. Goondiwindi’s story is interwoven with the development of these industries, a testament to the pioneering spirit that transformed these fertile plains into a breadbasket. The iconic Water Tower, a colourful landmark visible from afar, stands as a proud symbol of the town's reliance on and mastery of the water that sustains its prosperity. Visitors often remark on the distinctive flavour of the local produce, a direct consequence of the rich soil and the careful cultivation that defines the local economy, a quiet hum of activity that has shaped the character of Goondiwindi for generations.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Goondiwindi, 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 Goondiwindi, in the Goondiwindi Regional local government area.
Detailed location data for Goondiwindi includes the postcode (4390), telephone area code (07), and local government area (Goondiwindi Regional), with an ABS remoteness classification of Outer 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 Goondiwindi 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. |