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Biloela, Queensland

Biloela is a rural town in Central Queensland, Australia. It is situated 120 kilometres inland from the port city of Gladstone on the Burnett Highway. The town has a population of over 5000 people. Biloela is the administrative centre for the Banana Shire , which has an area of 15,729 square kilometres.

Biloela and the Banana Shire have a diverse range of industries. Extensive grazing and cropping concerns are found in the area. The Callide Power Stations lie just north of the town. Extensive coal deposits are mined to the west at Moura . A large abattoir is also situated in the town

Last updated: 05-22-2005 04:52:44