Barcaldine is a small town in central-west Queensland, around 580km west of Rockhampton.
English is predominantly spoken however some in the community may speak an Aboriginal language. Assistance may be required for complainants, witnesses, victims and offenders who come before the courts.
For 2011 and 2016 census information on education, employment, income, housing figures and more for Barcaldine, build a statistical profile on Know Your Community.
Search for native title information on the National Native Title Tribunal website.
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Barcaldine is about a 6.5 hour drive from Rockhampton along the Capricorn Highway. There are also regular bus services from Rockhampton to the town and weekly flights from Brisbane. There are no taxi services in Barcaldine, however, car hire is available in Longreach (108km west of Barcaldine).
Weather conditions can affect roads in the area. Always check the Barcaldine Regional Council's road conditions report.
There are no alcohol restrictions in Barcaldine.
Search the local government directory for information about the Barcaldine Regional Council.
‘Sorry Business’ is a term used during the time of mourning following the death of an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person. Torres Strait Islanders may use the terminology ‘Bad or Sad News’. The term can also refer to the past practice of forcibly removing children from their families. The intensity of mourning is reflective of the importance of the family or person who has died. The mourning process enables healing for the family and community involved.
Respecting Sorry Business is a core cultural requirement. If there is a funeral, it is advisable for meetings to be postponed to a date that is acceptable to the local community. Please be considerate to families in mourning. The local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community shuts down for the day of funerals. Contact the Central West Aboriginal Corporation for further advice.
Essential services such as policing, child safety, health, education and justice still continue throughout this period.
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There is no community justice group for Barcaldine.
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Use the Queensland Government's one place service directory to find up-to-date contact information for local support services including:
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