Central-Eastern Lowlands

The Central-Eastern Lowlands are a region in Australia, primarily characterized by vast inland plains. These lowlands are part of the Central Sedimentary Lowlands and are drained by unreliable streams that are prone to flooding. The gentle gradients of these plains contribute to wide, braided stream channels, particularly evident in the Channel Country of the far southwest.1

Underlying these plains is the Great Artesian Basin, a significant source of water for livestock. To the northwest, ancient mineralized uplands form the Mount Isa block. In contrast, the eastern part of Queensland features the Eastern Uplands, a complex zone of old, eroded highlands with elevations ranging from 2,000 to 5,000 feet.1