Owners List Australia's Smallest Town, Cooladdi, for Sale at $400,000
Carol Yarrow and Jo Cornel are selling Cooladdi, recognized as Australia's smallest town, for $400,000 after owning it for three years. The pair purchased the property in central Queensland in 2023, seeking a lifestyle change and adventure. The town essentially consists of the Fox Trap Roadhouse, which serves multiple critical functions including a post office, motel, general store, and fuel station. Located on the edge of the outback, Cooladdi was once a bustling community but declined after its train station, school, and police station closed in the late 20th century. Today, it remains the only facility within a 100-kilometer radius, serving local station hands, truckers, and travelers. The new owner will be responsible for maintaining the four motel rooms, managing fuel supplies, handling twice-weekly mail deliveries, and operating the kitchen and store. Yarrow describes the role as demanding, requiring diverse skills from hospitality to maintenance, along with significant social interaction with locals and passersby. The listing highlights the unique opportunity to own a piece of Australian history while providing essential services to a remote community.
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Owners List Australia's Smallest Town, Cooladdi, for Sale at $400,000
Carol Yarrow and Jo Cornel are selling Cooladdi, recognized as Australia's smallest town, for $400,000 after owning it for three years. The pair purchased the property in central Queensland in 2023, seeking a lifestyle change and adventure. The town essentially consists of the Fox Trap Roadhouse, which serves multiple critical functions including a post office, motel, general store, and fuel station. Located on the edge of the outback, Cooladdi was once a bustling community but declined after its train station, school, and police station closed in the late 20th century. Today, it remains the only facility within a 100-kilometer radius, serving local station hands, truckers, and travelers. The new owner will be responsible for maintaining the four motel rooms, managing fuel supplies, handling twice-weekly mail deliveries, and operating the kitchen and store. Yarrow describes the role as demanding, requiring diverse skills from hospitality to maintenance, along with significant social interaction with locals and passersby. The listing highlights the unique opportunity to own a piece of Australian history while providing essential services to a remote community.
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