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Where is Maryborough, Australia?

Written and Fact-checked by Whereig Web Team | Updated On: December 10, 2025, 14:10 ET

Maryborough is located on the Fraser Coast in southeastern Queensland, about 250 kilometres north of Brisbane. It lies between the Mary River, which runs along the edge of the city, and the coastal lowlands that lead toward Hervey Bay. It is famous for its preserved colonial architecture, its connection to Mary Poppins author P.L. Travers, and its rich heritage as a historic port town.

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Facts about Maryborough, Australia

Country	Australia
State	Queensland
Region	Fraser Coast Region
Location	On the Mary River, inland from Hervey Bay, in southeast Queensland
Coordinates	25.54° S, 152.70° E
Local Government Area	Fraser Coast Regional Council
Founded	1847
Original Name	Maryborough (named after the Mary River, in turn named after Lady Mary Lennox)
Elevation	~10 m
Population	Approx. 27,000
Area	Approx. 80 sq km (urban)
Time Zone	AEST (UTC+10:00)
Postcode	4650
Major Waterways	Mary River, Tinana Creek
Top Attractions	Maryborough Heritage Precinct, Mary Poppins Statue & Festival, Queens Park, Military & Colonial Museum, Brennan & Geraghty’s Store Museum, Fraser Coast hinterland.
Demonym	Maryborough residents
Main Industries	Manufacturing, tourism, timber, agriculture, rail engineering
Nearest Airport	Hervey Bay Airport (HVB)
Website	https://www.frasercoast.qld.gov.au

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