Maaroom, Queensland facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Maaroom Queensland
Maaroom Location in Queensland
Population	219 (2016 census)
• Density	15.53/km2 (40.2/sq mi)
Postcode(s)	4650
Area	14.1 km2 (5.4 sq mi)
Time zone	AEST (UTC+10:00)
Location	23 km (14 mi) SE of Maryborough 52 km (32 mi) S of Hervey Bay 249 km (155 mi) N of Brisbane
LGA(s)	Fraser Coast Region
State electorate(s)	Maryborough
Federal Division(s)	Wide Bay
Suburbs around Maaroom: Boonooroo Plains The Dimonds Great Sandy Strait Boonooroo Plains Maaroom Great Sandy Strait Boonooroo Plains Great Sandy Strait Great Sandy Strait

Maaroom is a small coastal area in Queensland, Australia. It is a rural locality within the Fraser Coast Region. In 2016, about 219 people lived in Maaroom. It's a quiet spot, perfect for those who love nature and the coast.

Where is Maaroom?

Maaroom is located in Queensland, a state in eastern Australia. It sits right next to the beautiful Great Sandy Strait. This strait is a waterway that separates the mainland from Fraser Island, the world's largest sand island.

The area is part of the Fraser Coast Region. This region is known for its natural beauty and coastal towns. Maaroom is about 23 kilometers (14 miles) southeast of Maryborough. It is also about 52 kilometers (32 miles) south of Hervey Bay.

Education in Maaroom

If you live in Maaroom, you won't find any schools right in the locality. Students travel to nearby towns for their education. The closest primary and secondary schools are located in Maryborough. Maryborough is a larger city with many schools and services.