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Algester

Queensland, Australia · Oceania

About Algester

Algester is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Drewvale, 57km from Surfers Paradise Street Circuit.

Algester is a town located in Queensland, Australia. With a population of 8,330, it is an important destination in Oceania.

On a road trip, Algester sits in Australia, where you drive on the left. It's in the Australia/Brisbane time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Algester to your route.

About Algester

Algester is a southern suburb in the City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, Algester had a population of 9,020 people.

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What are the best things to do in Algester?

Algester offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Algester located?

Algester is located in Queensland, Australia, Oceania. The coordinates are -27.6128 latitude, 153.0324 longitude.

What is the population of Algester?

Algester has a population of approximately 8,330 people, making it a town in Australia.

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Quick Information

Population
8,330
Continent
Oceania
Country
Australia
Region
Queensland
Timezone
Australia/Brisbane
Coordinates
-27.6128, 153.0324

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Australia

Police
000
Ambulance
000
Fire
000
Non-emergency police
131 444
Driving side
left

112 works from mobiles. Distances between fuel stops in the outback can exceed 200 km: plan ahead. Wildlife is most active at dawn/dusk.

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Worth the detour from Algester

6 notable places within an hour's drive.

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Story Bridge

Brisbane's heritage-listed 1940 steel cantilever bridge over the Brisbane River, drivable on the Bradfield Highway and climbable on guided ascents for skyline views.

17 km · about 20 min drive

landmark

Dreamworld

Australia's largest theme park on the Gold Coast with thrill rides, wildlife encounters, and family attractions.

39 km · about 45 min drive

landmark

Wet'n'Wild Gold Coast

Australia's premier water park on the Gold Coast featuring giant water slides, wave pools, and aqua-play areas.

43 km · about 50 min drive

landmark

Warner Bros. Movie World

Gold Coast movie-themed park featuring rides and attractions based on iconic Warner Bros. films and characters.

43 km · about 50 min drive

famous road

Surfers Paradise Street Circuit

A Gold Coast street circuit running along the beachfront and through the high-rise canyon of Surfers Paradise, host of Indycar and now Supercars. Ordinary beach-town streets off-season.

57 km · about 65 min drive

beach

Surfers Paradise Beach

The Gold Coast's flagship beach with a long stretch of golden sand backed by a skyline of gleaming high-rises.

58 km · about 65 min drive

Driving roads near Algester

  • 17 kmStory BridgeBrisbane's heritage-listed 1940 steel cantilever bridge over the Brisbane River, drivable on the Bradfield Highway and climbable on guided ascents for skyline views.
  • 57 kmSurfers Paradise Street CircuitA Gold Coast street circuit running along the beachfront and through the high-rise canyon of Surfers Paradise, host of Indycar and now Supercars. Ordinary beach-town streets off-season.

Nearby Destinations

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3 km awayPop. 4,284

Drewvale

🇦🇺 Australia

4 km awayPop. 4,455

Sunnybank

🇦🇺 Australia

5 km awayPop. 8,622

Doolandella

🇦🇺 Australia

5 km awayPop. 4,754

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