Is Goondiwindi, QLD Climate Safe? 2026 Assessment
Climate Safety Score
5.8/10Moderate climate risk — address-specific
Key Facts
- Climate Safety
- Medium
- Flood
- Goondiwindi is located on the Macintyre River floodplain, making it highly susceptible to flooding. Climate change is expected to increase the frequency and intensity of heavy rainfall events, exacerbating flood risk.
- Bushfire
- While Goondiwindi is surrounded by agricultural land, there are areas of bushland that pose a bushfire risk. Climate change is expected to increase the frequency and intensity of heatwaves and droughts, which can increase the risk of bushfires.
- Heat
- Goondiwindi experiences hot summers, and climate change is expected to increase the frequency and intensity of heatwaves. This will put a strain on the local population, particularly the elderly and vulnerable.
- Storm
- Notable storm risk — tropical cyclones and severe thunderstorms in summer months
- Postcode
- 4390
- Highest high-risk exposure
- 20.2% of land (tropical cyclone)
Climate Safety Analysis
Goondiwindi in Queensland has an overall climate safety rating of Medium. This multi-hazard assessment combines flood, bushfire, heat, coastal, and storm risk data with climate projections to 2050 from CSIRO and the Bureau of Meteorology.
Key factors affecting Goondiwindi's climate safety include heat, flood. Each hazard is assessed independently and combined for an overall picture. Australia has warmed by approximately 1.5 °C since 1910, with flow-on effects to fire weather, extreme rainfall, and heatwave frequency.
Climate safety for property in Goondiwindi is not uniform — it varies by address. Factors such as elevation, distance to waterways, proximity to bushland, and local drainage all influence actual risk at a specific property. Two nearby properties can have materially different risk profiles.
For a complete property-specific climate safety report for Goondiwindi including address-level hazard mapping, insurance outlook, and adaptation recommendations, use the ClimateNest full analysis tool.
Goondiwindi (postcode 4390) is tracked in ClimateNest's suburb hazard model, which maps the share of the suburb's land exposed to each hazard at high and moderate levels. The suburb's highest high-risk exposures are tropical cyclone (20.2% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (20.1% of land in high-risk zones), extreme wind (8.4% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Goondiwindi — individual properties can sit well above or below these averages, so an address-level check is recommended before buying, selling or insuring.
Local Hazard Evidence
Historical Events
Heavy rainfall caused moderate flooding in low-lying areas of Goondiwindi.
Severe drought conditions impacted the Goondiwindi region, affecting agricultural production.
Another significant flood event occurred in Goondiwindi, causing further damage.
The Macintyre River experienced a major flood, inundating parts of Goondiwindi.
Adaptation & Mitigation Actions
Upgrade Flood Protection Infrastructure
ImmediateInvest in levees, drainage systems, and other infrastructure to protect Goondiwindi from flooding.
Est. cost: High
Implement Heatwave Early Warning System
Near-termDevelop a system to alert residents of impending heatwaves and provide guidance on how to stay safe.
Est. cost: Medium
Promote Water Conservation
Long-termEncourage residents and businesses to conserve water to reduce the strain on water resources during droughts.
Est. cost: Low
Support Sustainable Agriculture
Long-termPromote agricultural practices that are resilient to climate change, such as drought-resistant crops and water-efficient irrigation.
Est. cost: Medium
Council & Emergency Services
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Goondiwindi safe from climate change?
No location in Australia is entirely immune to climate change impacts. Goondiwindi has an overall Medium climate risk rating. Understanding the specific hazards at your property address — not just the suburb average — provides the most reliable risk picture.
Which climate hazard poses the biggest risk in Goondiwindi?
The dominant hazard for Goondiwindi depends on geography and local environment. Proximity to waterways elevates flood risk, while proximity to bushland increases bushfire risk. ClimateNest's multi-hazard analysis identifies the highest-risk hazards for any specific address.
How does Goondiwindi compare to nearby suburbs for climate safety?
Nearby suburbs may have different climate risk profiles depending on elevation, vegetation cover, drainage patterns, and land use. ClimateNest allows comparison of climate safety scores across Queensland suburbs.
Should I be concerned about buying property in Goondiwindi?
Climate risk should be one factor in your decision, alongside price, location, and amenity. An informed buyer understands the specific risks at a property address and factors insurance costs and climate projections into their assessment of long-term value.
What climate projections should I know for Goondiwindi?
Key projections for Queensland from CSIRO include increased average temperatures, more frequent hot days, changes in rainfall seasonality, longer fire seasons, and potential increases in extreme rainfall intensity. These trends inform the long-term outlook for Goondiwindi.
What share of Goondiwindi is exposed to high tropical cyclone risk?
ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 20.2% of Goondiwindi in high-risk zones for tropical cyclone, with a further 50.1% in moderate-risk zones. Suburb-level exposure is not uniform — individual properties can differ from these averages, so an address-level check is recommended.
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