Shoal Point, Queensland facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Shoal Point Mackay, Queensland
Shoal Point Location in Queensland
Population	977 (2016 census)
• Density	160.2/km2 (415/sq mi)
Postcode(s)	4750
Area	6.1 km2 (2.4 sq mi)
Time zone	AEST (UTC+10:00)
LGA(s)	Mackay Region
State electorate(s)	Whitsunday
Federal Division(s)	Dawson
Suburbs around Shoal Point: Coral Sea Coral Sea Coral Sea Habana Shoal Point Coral Sea Habana Bucasia Bucasia

Shoal Point is a lovely coastal suburb located in the Mackay Region of Queensland, Australia. It's a place where the land meets the beautiful Coral Sea. In 2016, about 977 people called Shoal Point home.

Where is Shoal Point?

Shoal Point is found right on the coast. It has a special landform called a headland at its north-east side. A headland is a piece of land that sticks out into the sea. Imagine a nose on a face, but for the land! This headland gives Shoal Point its unique shape and name.

The suburb is surrounded by the sparkling Coral Sea to the north, northeast, and northwest. To the south and southeast, you'll find the suburb of Bucasia. To the west and southwest, it borders Habana.

What Can You Do in Shoal Point?

Even though it's a smaller suburb, Shoal Point offers some handy services for its residents. The Mackay Regional Council helps out by running a special mobile library service.

This library on wheels visits O'Brien Esplanade every two weeks. It's a great way for everyone in the community to borrow books and learn new things. It brings the joy of reading right to your doorstep!