Isaac Towns

Welcome to the Isaac region

The Isaac encompasses 58, 709 square kilometres of fertile plains, rich soils, beaches and coal mines in the mineral rich Bowen Basin.

A drive through the countryside will introduce you to the brilliant hues and unusual shapes that create this picturesque local scenery.

On the coast, our quaint beach communities share their water with dugong sanctuaries, remote turtle nesting grounds and uninhabited islands.

Unbelievably this country remains pristine and relatively undeveloped.

Inland, golden sunflowers line the road with rust-red sorghum, buttery wheat, and creamy cotton crops, while majestic mountains and luscious lava plugs form marvellous backdrops on the horizon.

Find out about the many Isaac townships and some of the best things to do and see while you are there!

Carmila

Nestled at the foot of Connors Range, 100km south of Mackay, the charming community of Carmila is a blend of beachfront bliss with country character.

Clairview

This seaside community located just over 100km south of Mackay is a popular spot for fishing and crabbing.

Clarke Creek

Clarke Creek is a small rural township about halfway between Mackay and Rockhampton on the Old Bruce Highway.

Clermont

Clermont is one of the most historic towns in northern Australia, having a colourful past, rich in drama and etched in Australian history.

Coppabella

The town of Coppabella is a small community which lies approximately 159 kilometres south-west of Mackay.

Dysart

Take a detour to visit Dysart’s friendly community with modern facilities, catering to the Saraji coal mine and surrounding cattle and grain properties.

Glenden

Turn off the Peak Downs highway to visit Glenden, a modern mining town built in 1981 by the Mount Isa Mining Company.

Greenhill and Ilbilbie

An idyllic location with wonderful views of the ocean and surrounding district.

Flaggy Rock

Flaggy Rock is a sugarcane growing district 200km north of Rockhampton and 100km south of Mackay on the Bruce Highway.

Kilcummin

Kilcummin is about 60km north of Clermont. Surrounded by cattle and cropping properties, the town is underpinned by a supportive, tightknit community.

Middlemount

Middlemount is a relaxed town with many services and facilities to explore, located almost halfway between Rockhampton and Mackay when travelling inland.

Mistake Creek

Mistake Creek is a small and vibrant rural community that earned its name from early settler Jeremiah Rolfe, who mistakenly thought his station was located on the Belyando River.

Moranbah

Visit one of Queensland's youngest towns and the heart of coal country, 200km inland of Mackay.

Nebo

Visit historic Nebo and the surrounding spectacular landscape, only 100km west of Mackay.

St Lawrence

St Lawrence is a quaint, historic town, one of the oldest towns on the Queensland Coast, situated just off the Bruce Highway between Mackay and Rockhampton.

Valkyrie

Valkyrie is a prominent cattle grazing area, that the Isaac River passes through. The local school is the hub of the community and hosts the majority of community meetings, social gatherings and playgroups.

For information about the population, top industries and economic development profiles for communities, visit our Economic Development page.

For information about health, education and other services across the region, visit My Community Directory & Diary.

Have you seen the Mackay Isaac Tourism website?

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