While coastal areas explode in population, it's a different scene in outback Queensland. Towns become almost as barren as the landscape, as a stifling heat sets in and many retreat to cooler pastures.

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The remote outback town is an important service hub, but lacks crisis accommodation. "In the past [police] would just drop people off at my house and some of the other ladies' [houses]," she said.

“There are employment opportunities in Quilpie, and we’re renowned as one of the friendliest towns in the outback and our facilities and lifestyle make us a very liveable town,” Mr Hall said.