Baralaba is a rural town and locality in the Shire of Banana in central Queensland, Australia.

[4] The town is located 33 kilometres (21 mi) west of the Leichhardt Highway.

The town's name is derived from an Aboriginal word meaning "high mountain" referring to nearby Mount Ramsay.

[9] St Patrick's Roman Catholic Church was designed by Roy Chipps of Rockhampton.

[12] Outside of the Memorial Hall is a white cross commemorating those who served in all wars and conflicts.

[1] Baralaba has a number of heritage-listed sites, including: The local economy revolves around beef production and more recently coal mining.

[25] The nearest secondary schools offering Years 11 and 12 are located in Moura and Biloela.

[27] Banana Shire Council operate a fortnightly mobile library service to Baralaba.