Moar Island in the Torres Strait, Queensland, presents a unique housing market characterized by its remote and culturally rich environment. The island is part of the Torres Strait Islands and is notable for its indigenous heritage and vibrant community life. Housing here tends to be more traditional and community-centric, with homes that often reflect the cultural values and lifestyle of the Torres Strait Islander peoples. The market is relatively small and stable, with less turnover compared to urban areas, which means housing options can be limited. Many homes are owned rather than rented, and there is a strong sense of community ownership, with families typically staying in the same home for generations.
Living on Moar Island offers a distinct lifestyle that blends traditional customs with the natural beauty of the region. Residents enjoy a slower-paced life, where community bonds are strong and cultural practices are an integral part of daily life. The natural surroundings provide ample opportunities for fishing, boating, and enjoying the pristine environment, contributing to a lifestyle that is closely connected to the sea and island traditions. However, its remote location means accessing services such as healthcare, education, or consumer goods can be more challenging compared to mainland locations. Overall, life on Moar Island is deeply enriching for those who appreciate a strong sense of community, cultural heritage, and the beauty of a remote island setting.
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In Moa Island 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 Moa Island 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 Moa Island 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 Moa Island 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 Moa Island 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 Moa Island 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 Moa Island 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 | 14.1 | 25.3 | 31.1 | 69.3 | 92.5 | 3.9 | 18.3 |
| Feb | 12.6 | 25.3 | 30.8 | 70.5 | 93.6 | 3.6 | 20.3 |
| Mar | 10.5 | 25.3 | 30.8 | 71.0 | 93.8 | 3.4 | 19.2 |
| Apr | 5.6 | 25.6 | 30.9 | 68.4 | 90.2 | 4.7 | 21.1 |
| May | 1.7 | 25.1 | 30.3 | 65.3 | 86.5 | 6.2 | 20.1 |
| Jun | 0.4 | 24.3 | 29.7 | 63.8 | 87.3 | 6.3 | 19.1 |
| Jul | 0.3 | 23.4 | 29.1 | 61.6 | 87.9 | 6.7 | 19.8 |
| Aug | 0.2 | 23.5 | 29.6 | 58.9 | 84.7 | 6.7 | 22.0 |
| Sept | 0.1 | 24.1 | 30.3 | 58.0 | 83.1 | 7.0 | 24.1 |
| Oct | 0.6 | 24.9 | 31.3 | 58.6 | 83.6 | 6.7 | 25.9 |
| Nov | 0.7 | 26.0 | 32.1 | 59.4 | 83.3 | 5.8 | 26.2 |
| Dec | 4.3 | 25.9 | 32.4 | 61.3 | 87.3 | 4.2 | 23.4 |
source: Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
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