Kowanyama, located in Far North Queensland, Australia, is a unique and remote community that offers a distinctive living experience. The housing market in Kowanyama, which includes the MELTERR area, is characterized by a limited supply of properties, typical of such remote regions. Housing primarily consists of modest homes and community-managed rental accommodations, largely due to the isolated nature of the town and the small population predominantly comprised of Indigenous residents. The cost of homes and rent can vary, but they generally remain affordable compared to more urban areas in Queensland. The market is influenced by regional investments and local development plans, often orchestrated by the Indigenous councils and governmental initiatives aimed at improving infrastructure and living standards.
Living in Kowanyama offers a sense of community and cultural richness that is deeply rooted in Aboriginal traditions and connection to land. Residents experience a quiet, laid-back lifestyle, with a strong community spirit and emphasis on outdoor activities. The town is surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes, including rivers, wetlands, and bushland, offering opportunities for fishing, hunting, and exploring wildlife. However, the remoteness of Kowanyama also presents challenges, such as limited access to services and amenities, and reliance on small local shops for supplies. Despite these challenges, the people of Kowanyama are known for their resilience and adaptability, making it a unique place to live for those seeking a closer connection to nature and Indigenous Australian culture.
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Thinking about buying in Melterr? Now could not be a better time, with just 0 residential dwellings it's a highly sought after location.
In Melterr there has been a history of lower than average prices and demand, offering opportunities for investors or first home owners, especially in the context of the growth in working from home. Low average incomes in Melterr is reflected in smaller and lower quality accommodation. Over time this may change providsing long-term returns but in the short to medium term, prices are likely to be less than state averages. The slightly lower than average earnings from occupations in Melterr changes the housing and lifestyle preference. It is more a matter of what can be afforded rather than what would we prefer, leading to slower price increases over time. Medium density in Melterr necessitates a mix of lifestyle options for housing, shops, open areas, and facilties. Where this is available, demand is high and growth ensured. Lower than average industry presence in Melterr we believe will be less of a negative impact than it has in the past. Post-COVID and the growth in working from home has lessened the demand for local employment options. This may make Melterr a better buying opportunity than it may have been in the past.
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(While the above schools are located with the suburb of Melterr there may also be nearby schools whose catchments cover this suburb)Incidents Trend State Average
| (mm) RAIN | Min (°C) TEMP | Max (°C) TEMP | Min (%) HUMIDITY | Max (%) HUMIDITY | (m/sec) WIND | (MJ/sq m) SOLAR | |
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| Jan | 11.0 | 24.9 | 33.1 | 58.5 | 94.5 | 2.6 | 20.4 |
| Feb | 16.9 | 24.9 | 32.9 | 62.6 | 97.0 | 2.4 | 20.6 |
| Mar | 7.1 | 24.4 | 33.4 | 55.8 | 96.0 | 2.3 | 21.9 |
| Apr | 1.7 | 22.7 | 33.8 | 45.4 | 92.4 | 2.2 | 22.1 |
| May | 0.1 | 18.9 | 32.2 | 37.3 | 87.9 | 2.6 | 19.5 |
| Jun | 0.2 | 17.8 | 31.8 | 35.8 | 86.0 | 2.5 | 18.3 |
| Jul | 0.0 | 16.6 | 31.6 | 32.1 | 85.7 | 2.6 | 19.3 |
| Aug | 0.0 | 17.1 | 33.0 | 26.9 | 84.7 | 2.7 | 21.4 |
| Sept | 0 | 19.7 | 35.3 | 23.5 | 84.1 | 3.0 | 24.4 |
| Oct | 0.5 | 22.8 | 36.9 | 26.6 | 82.8 | 3.1 | 26.7 |
| Nov | 2.0 | 24.6 | 37.2 | 32.5 | 84.2 | 3.1 | 26.9 |
| Dec | 7.8 | 24.9 | 35.2 | 45.1 | 88.8 | 2.8 | 23.5 |
source: Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
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