Living here

Woodgate is a quiet coastal town in the Wide Bay region, about four and half hours drive north of Brisbane. Our nearest regional city is Bundaberg, 56 km away. Childers is our closest neighbour, just 25 minutes drive.

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Residents and visitors alike appreciate Woodgate for its quiet, easy lifestyle. Surrounded by the Burrum Coast National Park and Great Sandy Marine Park, our town is a natural paradise.

Our population of 1,165 (Census, 2016) enjoys an energetic social scene and plenty of opportunity to join in community activities.

Like many small towns, the attraction is the slower pace, no crowds, less traffic. Many residents holidayed in Woodgate before deciding to retire here or take up a “seachange”.

For more information about living here, services, our environment and more, select a category.

Emergency services

What’s the siren for?
Shark? Tsunami? Air raid? Keep calm. It’s the siren our Rural Fire Brigade use to alert members to an activation. Our volunteer Rural Brigade publish updates on their Facebook page.

Medical
  • There is no hospital or General Practice in Woodgate. Nearest are in Childers or Bundaberg.
  • Medical emergencies – Triple Zero (000). Local Queensland Ambulance First Responders are on call for immediate assistance.
Shopping & services
  • Shopping and services are limited in Woodgate; you may need to travel to Bundaberg or Childers for clothing, homewares, appliances and trades services, etc.
  • Coles and Woolworths supermarkets offer delivery to Woodgate.

Check our Woodgate Business Directory for local shopping and services.

Waste management
  • Bin collections – Tuesdays. Use link for recycle weeks.
  • Waste Transfer Station – Tue & Thu, 8-11 am; Sat & Sun, 2-5 pm
  • Containers for Change collection – Woodgate Men’s Shed and Woodgate & Surrounds Wildlife Rescue accept donations. Use the barcodes to donate your collection or drop off at:
    • Men’s Shed – 2a Acacia St (bottom of the sports oval)
    • Wildlife Rescue – 15 Lorrikeet Avenue (blue bin)
Community Support
Environment
Recreation

Parks & Playgrounds

  • Woodgate Community Park, Seventh Avenue & Esplanade – playground, BBQs toilets
  • Banksia Park, south end of the Esplanade – playground, BBQs, toilets
  • Esplanade at Second Avenue – BBQs and toilets & showers. Additional BBQ and picnic areas along the Esplanade
  • Theodolite Creek day use area – BBQ, toilets & showers.
  • Walkers Point picnic area – shaded tables, toilets
  • Hoppy Lark’s – Gregory River

Sports

  • Tennis & basketball court, Seventh Avenue. Book the court at the General Store on the Esplanade.
  • Skate bowl, cnr Acacia Street & Seventh Avenue.

Head to the Woodgate Business Directory for a list of clubs and social groups.

Tracks and Trails

  • Banksia Track and Melaleuca Track walking trails. A walking/cycling path runs the length of the Esplanade
  • 4WD tracks run through the Kinkuna and Burrum Point sections of the National Park to the camping grounds. High clearance 4WD only. Map of tracks and camp grounds >.
  • Driving on the beach is permitted from the southern-most beach access on Acacia Street. Vehicles only able to travel south towards the Burrum River. Refresh your knowledge about driving in National Parks>

Visit Woodgate Community Events for more info on what to do in Woodgate and for a list of frequently asked questions (or download the Welcome to Woodgate info sheet).

Wildlife & pets
Events
Transport
  • Airport – Bundaberg is the closest airport.
  • Rail – Queensland Rail services can be accessed from Bundaberg.
  • Taxi – there are no taxis or Ubers in Woodgate; available in Bundaberg.
  • Bus – there are no Council bus services.
    • Woodgate Community Bus schedules weekly trips to nearby towns. Monthly timetables can be accessed on their Facebook or via woodgate.bus@gmail.com
    • Woodgate Beach Hotel and the Woodgate Club both have courtesy buses.
    • Bundaberg Shuttle Bus Service may be able to assist.