Bayley Island facts for kids
| Geography | |
|---|---|
| Location | Queensland |
| Coordinates | 16°53′40″S 139°03′47″E / 16.89455769°S 139.06294877°E |
| Adjacent bodies of water | Gulf of Carpentaria |
| Administration | |
| State | Queensland |
| Capital and largest Capital city | Brisbane (pop. 2,462,637) |
| Prime Minister | Scott Morrison |
| Area covered | 7,692,024 km2 (2,969,907 sq mi) |
| Demographics | |
| Population | 0 (2016) |
| Additional information | |
| Time zone | |
| • Summer (DST) | |
Bayley Island is a small island located in the Gulf of Carpentaria, which is part of Queensland, Australia. It's one of the many islands that make up the South Wellesley Islands group.
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Exploring Bayley Island's Location
Bayley Island is found off the coast of mainland Queensland. It sits about 2.72 kilometers (1.69 miles) northwest of the mainland. This makes it quite close to the shore!
Where is it in the Gulf?
The island is in the large body of water known as the Gulf of Carpentaria. This gulf is located in northern Australia and is known for its warm waters.
Nearby Islands and Landforms
Bayley Island isn't alone. It's less than 1 kilometer (0.62 miles) south of another island called Pains Island. On the mainland, directly across from Bayley Island, you'll find a spot called Bayley Point.
What is Bayley Island Like?
Bayley Island is a natural, uninhabited place. This means no people live there permanently. As of 2016, its population was recorded as zero. It remains a quiet part of Australia's natural landscape.
