Mount Gipps, 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 Mount Gipps, in the Scenic Rim Regional local government area.
| Locality | Mount Gipps |
| 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 | -28.32214 |
| Longitude | 153.00867 |
| Population | 11 |
| Density | 0.7 /km² |
| Area | 15.7 km² |
| Elevation | 337 m |
| Postcode | 4285 |
| Area Code | 07 |
| Distance to Brisbane | 95 km south |
Mount Gipps is a locality in the Scenic Rim Regional local government area of Queensland, Australia. It is a small community with a population of 11. The locality covers an area of 15.7 km², giving a population density of about 0.7 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 337 m above sea level. It lies approximately 95 km south of Brisbane. Mount Gipps is located at 28.3221°S, 153.0087°E. It observes Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) - no daylight saving. Postcode: 4285. The Australian Bureau of Statistics classifies the area as Inner Regional Australia.
Mount Gipps rises from the fertile plains, its slopes a patchwork of emerald pastures and darker, rugged outcrops. It lies 46.8 km south-west of Robina, QLD (from Robina, QLD: bearing 233°T), and is situated 27.4 km south-west of Beechmont. The air here, especially in the early morning when the sun begins its slow ascent, carries a crispness that hints at the higher elevation, a refreshing contrast to the humid Queensland coast. Scrubby gum trees, their bark peeling in papery strips, cling to the steeper inclines, their branches often bent by prevailing winds, creating an organic, wind-sculpted character to the landscape. Below, the land unfolds in a gentle, undulating sweep, dotted with the occasional weathered fence post and the distant glint of farm machinery, a testament to the enduring agricultural spirit of the region.
The history of Mount Gipps is deeply entwined with the earth, a story of hardy pioneers who saw potential in this rich, volcanic soil. For generations, cattle grazing has been the lifeblood of Mount Gipps, with families building reputations on the quality of their livestock, their knowledge passed down through the years like a cherished heirloom. This pastoral heritage is evident in the sprawling properties and the quiet pride of those who work the land. While mining once played a role in the district's past, the focus has long since returned to the fertile ground, with a growing interest in boutique agriculture, including vineyards that produce surprisingly complex wines, their character shaped by the unique microclimate. The rhythm of life at Mount Gipps is one of steady dedication, a continuation of the labour that has shaped this corner of the Scenic Rim.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Mount Gipps, 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 Mount Gipps, in the Scenic Rim Regional local government area.
Detailed location data for Mount Gipps includes the postcode (4285), 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 Mount Gipps 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. |