We asked AI to stereotype North Queenslanders by town
Do you know what your town’s stereotype is? We asked an AI to create the ‘typical’ person from nine different NQ towns. The results are surprising.
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If you had to combine everyone you meet at Woolies into one person, what would they look like?
Don’t strain your brain thinking about it, because we’ve employed the dubious power of artificial intelligence and generative art to give us the answer on a silver platter.
We asked ChatGPT to write a short description of an average man or woman from nine different NQ towns.
These descriptions were then given to text-to-image generator Midjourney to produce some fake art to match the imaginary people.
Did the robots do a good job?
We reckon it’s pretty accurate — and they’re even flattering us by increasing the handsome factor (just a little).
Typical Townsville man
Meet Jack, a resident of Townsville. Jack is likely in his late 30s to early 40s.
He works in sectors such as health care, education, retail trade or public administration, which are major employers in Townsville. He might also be part of the city’s considerable defence force population or connected with the mining industry, which forms an important part of the local economy.
Living in Townsville, Jack enjoys a lifestyle that blends urban amenities with natural beauty. His free time might be spent enjoying outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, or beach volleyball, reflecting the city’s tropical climate and proximity to the Great Barrier Reef.
Jack likely lives in a family household, as Townsville is known for its family-oriented community. The balance of urban life and natural beauty is something Jack deeply values.
Jack’s lifestyle embodies the spirit of Townsville — a community known for its active lifestyle, diverse economy, and beautiful environment.”
Typical Townsville woman
Meet Sarah, a resident of Townsville, Queensland. Sarah is likely in her mid-to-late 30s.
She also probably works in health care, education, public administration, or retail trade, reflecting the major job opportunities in the region. She might also be associated with the city’s defence force community or work in the mining sector, which significantly contributes to the local economy.
Living in Townsville, Sarah relishes the lifestyle that combines urban facilities with an abundance of natural beauty. Her free time might often be spent enjoying the outdoors — hiking, fishing, or playing beach sports, thanks to Townsville’s tropical climate.
Sarah likely lives in a family household.
Typical Ayr man
Meet James, a resident of Ayr in his mid-40s.
He works in agriculture, retail trade, manufacturing or health care. The town is located in the fertile Burdekin Shire, one of Australia’s largest sugar cane-producing regions, so it’s highly possible that James is involved in this industry in some capacity.
Living in Ayr, James enjoys a quiet rural lifestyle set against the backdrop of natural beauty. He might spend his free time outdoors, fishing in local waterways or simply enjoying the surrounding countryside.
James likely has a family and values the sense of community and slow pace of life that comes with living in a rural town.
James’s lifestyle exemplifies the spirit of Ayr — a community known for its agricultural heritage, rural charm, and close-knit community.
Typical Ayr woman
Meet Emily, a resident of Ayr in her mid-40s.
Emily likely works in sectors such as health care, education, retail trade or agriculture. As Ayr is in the heart of one of Australia’s largest sugar cane-producing regions, there’s a good chance that Emily is involved in this industry in some way.
Living in Ayr, Emily enjoys a peaceful rural lifestyle surrounded by the natural beauty that the region has to offer and spends her free time outdoors.
Emily likely lives with her young family and values the sense of community and the slower pace of life that comes with living in a rural town.
Typical Bowen man
Meet Jack, from Bowen, Queensland. Jack is likely in his mid-40s, reflecting the overall demographics of the town.
Jack may work in mining, agriculture or fishing – the main industries in the coastal town. Given Bowen’s significant agricultural sector, it’s possible that Jack is involved in the cultivation of the region’s famous mangoes.
A Bowen local, Jack appreciates the outdoor lifestyle. He enjoys fishing in the clear waters surrounding Bowen or might be an avid bird watcher, taking in the abundant birdlife attracted by the nearby wetlands.
He likely lives in a stand-alone house, possibly with a backyard where he enjoys a classic Queensland barbecue with friends and family during the weekends.
Typical Bowen woman
Sophie lives in Bowen and is in her early 40s.
She works in healthcare or education, two significant sectors in the area, or is involved in the service industry, given Bowen’s status as a tourist destination.
Sophie appreciates the laid-back lifestyle that Bowen offers. She enjoys exploring the beautiful nearby beaches or hiking up to the Flagstaff Hill Lookout to take in the panoramic views of the town and the surrounding landscape.
She lives in a detached house with a garden, where she might grow local fruits and vegetables, enjoying the region’s fertile soil and sunny climate.
In essence, Sophie embodies the Bowen spirit – hardworking, appreciative of her environment, and deeply connected to her community and the unique, natural beauty of the Bowen region.
Typical Collinsville man
Meet John, from Collinsville.
Collinsville is a town with a longstanding history in coal mining and John, like many of his fellow residents, is likely to be involved in this industry, possibly working as a miner or in a related role. The work is challenging, but John takes pride in his contribution to the town’s primary industry.
John, who is in his early 40s, might have been born and raised in Collinsville, maintaining a deep connection with the town and its people. The tight-knit community, combined with the rugged beauty of the Queensland landscape, is a source of great pride for him.
Despite the physically demanding nature of his work, John finds time for recreation. He may enjoy going fishing or watching rugby league, a sport that enjoys significant popularity in the area.
Typical Collinsville woman
Mary lives in Collinsville, 90km inland from Bowen, and is in her late 30s or early 40s.
As a woman in a mining town, Mary may have found diverse ways to contribute to the community. She might work in local education, healthcare or even in mining itself, reflecting the changing face of the industry.
Mary, like many other locals, appreciates the close-knit nature of the Collinsville community, and she might be involved in local events and organisations. Despite the isolation of the town, she enjoys the slower pace of life and the connection with nature.
In her leisure time, Mary might like exploring the outdoors, gardening or taking part in local sports events. She probably shares the town’s passion for rugby and often joins in cheering for its local team.
Typical Ingham man
Meet Chris, a resident of Ingham. He is in his early 40s and works in sectors such as agriculture, retail trade, education, or health services. It’s highly possible that Chris is involved in Ingham’s sugarcane industry.
Chris, who lives with his young family, appreciates Ingham’s laid-back rural lifestyle and natural beauty. He spends his free time enjoying outdoor activities like fishing or exploring the nearby national parks, showcasing the area’s tropical rainforest and unique wildlife.
Typical Ingham woman
Lucy is in her early 40s and lives in Ingham, where she works in retail trade, education, health care or agriculture. She might even be part of producing the sugar cane that Ingham is famous for.
Lucy, who lives with her family, enjoys a quite, calm rural lifestyle and spends time outdoors in the area’s tropic rainforest. She values the close-knit community spirit, the peaceful pace of life, and the region’s natural surroundings.
Typical Palm Island man
“James is in his mid-30s and lives on Palm Island.
He is of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent, as are most of Palm Island’s residents.
James works in community services, education or healthcare. As his island home is located within the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, James might also work in sectors related to environmental conservation or tourism.
He enjoys a lifestyle marked by a strong sense of community and cultural heritage. His free time might often be spent participating in community events, traditional activities, or enjoying the natural beauty of the island.
James, who lives in a family household, values the strong ties to his Indigenous culture, community, and the unique lifestyle that comes with living in this tropical island paradise.
Typical Palm Island woman
Palm Island resident Maya is in her mid-30s and is of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent. She has deep connections to the rich cultural history and traditions of her ancestors.
Maya likely works in sectors such as community services, education, or healthcare, reflecting the employment sectors in Palm Island or might work in eco-tourism on the Great Barrier Reef.
Maya is family-oriented and has strong ties to her Indigenous culture and community.
Typical Charters Towers man
Meet Bill, who’s in his mid to late 40s and lives in Charters Towers.
Bill works in education, health care, retail or agriculture. Given the historical significance of gold mining in Charters Towers, it’s also possible that Bill might be connected to the mining industry in some way.
Bill’s lifestyle balances rural tranquillity with a rich cultural heritage. His free time might often be spent exploring the region’s historic sites and engaging in local community events.
Bill, who lives with his family, appreciates the laid-back lifestyle and close-knit community that living in Charters Towers offers.
Typical Charters Towers woman
“Meet Amy, a resident of Charters Towers in her mid to late 40s.
Amy works in education, health care, retail trade, or agriculture.
She loves the tranquillity of living in Charters Towers and spends her free time relishing the natural beauty of the surrounding countryside.
Amy likely lives in a family household, echoing the family-oriented nature of the community. The relaxed pace of life, coupled with a tight-knit community, is something Amy truly values.
Typical Cloncurry man
“Meet Daniel, a resident of Cloncurry in his mid-30s.
Given Cloncurry’s rich mining history and agricultural roots, Daniel likely works in sectors such as mining, agriculture, or construction. He might also be involved in local government or healthcare.
Living in Cloncurry, Daniel, who lives with his family, enjoys a lifestyle marked by a strong sense of community and outback traditions. His free time might often be spent participating in community events, outdoor activities or exploring the natural beauty of the region, including the nearby Cloncurry River.
Typical Cloncurry woman
“Meet Sarah, who is in her mid-30s and lives in Cloncurry.
She works in health care, education, or retail trade.
Living in Cloncurry, Sarah enjoys a lifestyle marked by a strong sense of community and outback traditions.
Sarah, who lives with her young family, values the strong ties to her local community, the historical significance of her town, and the unique outback lifestyle that comes with living in this part of Queensland.
Typical Mount Isa man
“Meet Jack, who lives in Mount Isa. He’s in his mid-30s and works in the mining industry, set up around Mount Isa’s vast mineral deposits, particularly copper, lead, zinc, and silver. .
Living in Mount Isa, Jack appreciates the blend of city life and outback living. In his free time, he’s outdoors fishing or exploring. He loves the renowned Mount Isa Rodeo, the largest rodeo in the Southern Hemisphere.
Jack lives with his family and loves Mount Isa’s unique lifestyle.
Typical Mount Isa woman
“Sarah is in her mid-30s and lives in remote Mount Isa, where she works in health care, education, retail or mining.
She loves spending time outdoors, exploring the rugged terrain around the outback city.
Sarah lives with her young family and values the strong sense of community and the unique lifestyle that comes with living in a mining town in the heart of the Australian Outback.
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