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Cootamundra-Gundagai Regional Council

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Cootamundra-Gundagai Regional Council is located in the eastern Riverina region with easy access to both the Hume and Olympic Highways. Cootamundra-Gundagai Regional Council offers a vibrant rural lifestyle in a beautiful, natural, open environment.

The area provides services and support to a community of approximately 11,500 people, including residents of our two main towns Cootamundra and Gundagai, as well as the villages of Adjungbilly, Coolac, Muttama, Nangus, Stockinbingal, Tumblong and Wallendbeen.

Cootamundra-Gundagai residents enjoy the benefits of a rural lifestyle, space, fresh air and liveability – with the reassurance of other services, airports and medical professional services just a short commute away in Wagga Wagga or Canberra.

Towns & Villages

Cootamundra and Gundagai, as well as the villages of Adjungbilly, Coolac, Muttama, Nangus, Stockinbingal, Tumblong and Wallendbeen.

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Cootamundra-Gundagai Regional Council

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Casey Polsen - Tourism & Economic Development Officer
1300 459 689
caseypolsen@cgrc.nsw.gov.au
81 Wallendoon Street, Cootamundra NSW 2590

Cootamundra-Gundagai Regional Council

Wagga Wagga

Liveability

Weather

31.3
°C

Average Summer Max

14
°C

Average Winter Max

14.9
°C

Average Summer Min

1.6
°C

Average Winter Min

Population

11,394

Population

48.4

Median Age

Housing

$395k

Median House Price

Sales Quarter - DEC 22

$325

Median Rent Price

Rent Quarter - MAR 23

Distance to Cities

sydney

402km

Distance

4h 43m

Drive Time

Canberra

165km

Distance

2h 2m

Drive Time

Melbourne

562km

Distance

5h 47m

Drive Time

TRANSPORT Options

Bus & Train

Gundagai:

  • Firefly Express offers coach services to Sydney, Melbourne, and Adelaide.
  • V-Line provides an economical combined coach and rail service to Canberra and Melbourne.
  • Coach services to Cootamundra or Wagga Wagga connect residents to Trainlink Rail Services to Sydney and Melbourne.
  • Tickets available at the Gundagai Visitor Information Centre.

Wagga Wagga Airport, a 45-minute drive away, provides excellent long-term parking for extended trips.

Cootamundra:

  • Located on the main Sydney-Melbourne train line with twice daily services.
  • Tickets available from Trainlink or Cootamundra Railway Station.

Bus & Train
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Industries & Opportunities

Cootamundra offers employment opportunities from professional trades, medical, retail, technologies to small businesses and industries.

Opportunities also exist for employment in farming, retail and trade industries.

Major employers in Gundagai include Gundagai Meat Processors, Lynch Engineering and the Cootamundra-Gundagai Regional Council.

Main Industries

Primary Employers

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Jobs in This Region

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Inland Rail Opportunities Workforce - Illabo To Stockinbingal
About John Holland Our purpose is simple – we transform lives with everything we do. We’ve always known that infrastructure is about people, our customers, our employees, and the communities in which we work every day. That’s our difference. Deep experience and capability with a genuine care about creating better lives for people along the way. Be part of the team that’s up for the challenge of transforming lives for good. About Inland Rail: Inland Rail is transforming how goods are moved around Australia, connecting Melbourne and Brisbane via regional Victoria, New South Wales and Queensland. This 1,700km fast freight backbone will complete our national freight network – better connecting producers to markets and creating new opportunities for regional businesses, industries and communities. The Illabo to Stockinbingal project is about 39km of new rail corridor located within the local government areas of Junee and Cootamundra-Gundagai. This new section of rail corridor will provide a direct route from east of Illabo, tracking north to Stockinbingal and connecting into the existing Forbes rail line. Expression Of Interest Blue-Collar Workforce John Holland is seeking expressions of interest from experienced workforce to join our I2S project. We are looking for skilled individuals with strong civil and bulk earthworks experience to work on a 2:1 roster, based out of Cootamundra. We are currently seeking candidates for the following roles: Compactor Operators   Concreters Truck Drivers Dozer Operators   Franna Operators   General Construction Labourers   Large Excavator Operators   Leading Hands   Peggies   Riggers   Rough Terrain Crane Operators   Storeperson / Fitters About You: Ability to work on a 2:1 roster (2weeks on / 1 week off) Monday to Friday opportunities for local residents. Willing to do DIDO (Drive in drive out) or TITO (Train in Train out) Experience in civil construction and bulk earthworks. Experience with operating mobile plant equipment. Strong understanding and focus for safety. Adherence to all safety protocols and procedures and use of PPE always during work activities. Ability to work as part of a team. Good communication skills both verbal and written. We Offer: As part of the team, you help us deliver on our promise to transform lives. Your success is reflected in ours, so we’re committed to being an employer of choice. We pride ourselves on having a diverse and inclusive workplace, as different perspectives and ideas will deliver our long-term success. We’ll do all we can to help you develop your skills, and make a difference, right from the start. We have a flexible workplace and focus on all aspects of your physical and mental health and safety. We want you to be with us for the long-term, so providing you with rich career experiences and ongoing development is our priority.
Fri, 29 Aug 2025 17:00:13 GMT
Cootamundra, 2590, NSW
Site Supervisor - Food And Patient Support - Cootamundra
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time Position Classification: General Admin Staff Gde 5 Remuneration: $72,195.31 per annum plus leave loading and 12% superannuation Hours Per Week: 38 Location: Cootamundra Hospital The Opportunity We are searching for a vibrant and energetic leader to join our Food and Patient Support Services team at Cootamundra. In this important role, you will supervise day-to-day operational activities in the hospital and manage the provision of optimal Food and Patient Support Services to HealthShare NSW customers, providing effective leadership and direction for your team. We are looking for experienced leaders from any industry, who are strong communicators and passionate about delivering quality customer service. HealthShare NSW demonstrates a commitment to staff growth and development, and this opportunity would suit someone with a desire to extend their skill set and take their career to the next level. If you are an enthusiastic leader looking to accelerate your career, we encourage you to apply today and look forward to meeting you! Why Work for HealthShare NSW? HealthShare NSW touches the lives of NSW Health employees and patients every single day by delivering services that keep our public hospitals and health facilities running. Watch our HealthShare NSW story video to learn more about the work we do and the diverse range of roles we have on offer. We reward our employees with a terrific range of benefits, including: Great leave conditions: enjoy one day off each month as an ADO, annual leave loading (a bonus extra payment of 17.5%) and 14 weeks’ paid parental leave for eligible employeesSalary packaging and novated leasing: you can access up to $2782 extra per year in your payWellbeing programs: access a large array of wellbeing programs designed to support your physical, mental, and emotional healthCommitment to career development: Expansive free online training, talent programs, study leave and internal development opportunities to accelerate your careerRewarding role and community contribution: Make a difference in people's lives by assisting those in need and actively contributing to your community.Please note some benefits may only apply to certain employment types. Further information on our wide range of benefits is available here. Eligibility Requirements Meet essential requirements as outlined in the Position Description and ensure they are referenced in your resume and cover letter. Candidates must have Australian work rights (citizens, permanent residents, or valid work visa). Permanent roles are open to Australian citizens and permanent residents, while temporary and casual roles welcome applicants with a visa. This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and Tuberculosis (TB) screening. Refer to NSW Health OASV Policy (Page 12) for a complete list of required vaccines. During application, please upload OASV Undertaking/Declaration Form and TB Assessment Tool with any vaccination evidence you have. If you are identified as a preferred candidate and are external to HealthShare NSW, you will be required to complete a physical pre-employment health assessment (at no cost to you) to confirm your ability to safely perform the duties of the role. Employment is subject to successful completion of all pre-employment checks. How to Apply Click Apply Now at the top of the page Attach your resume and cover letter To find out more about applying for jobs with HealthShare please view our resource: Your Guide to Employment with HealthShare NSW. We are Diverse and Inclusive We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans, carers, and people with disability. If we can offer some support or make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team and let us know. Further information on how we support Diversity & Inclusion at HealthShare NSW can be found here. Talent Pool An eligibility list from this recruitment may be created for future casual, permanent, or temporary full-time or part-time positions within the next 6 months. Applications Close: at 11:59pm, Monday 1 September, 2025
Fri, 22 Aug 2025 08:56:33 GMT
Cootamundra, 2590, NSW
Customer Sales & Service - Repco Temora - Casual
Customer service role, creating moments that matter for Repco customers. After market auto products in a retail & trade environment. Customer Sales & Service / Retail Assistant About the role: This Casual role will involve shifts in Repco Temora & Repco Cootamundra Flexible availability required Monday - Saturdays At Repco we want to ensure that each customer has a great shopping experience in person, over the phone, and online. As a Retail Assistant (Customer Sales & Service ) your key focus includes: Always have a safety focus to ensure your safety, and that of your teammates & customers Provide genuine service & create moments that matter with customers Use your strong customer service to contribute to positive sales performance Maintain exceptional showroom presentation & merchandising standards Process stock; receive, dispatch & store Be an enthusiastic, cooperative & collaborative Repco team member, and contribute to a positive team culture. Note, this role will require lifting, bending & climbing. We are open to receiving applications from people without industry knowledge. Send your CV to our Careers Team by clicking APPLY! Employee benefits include: A safe & inclusive team environment Attractive team member pricing across all GPC AP businesses Industry award rates of pay, penalty rates, fortnightly pay cycle Employee reward & recognition programs No late-night trading Ongoing training & career development Private FB group to keep in touch with work peers from around the country Repco is a leader in the automotive aftermarket parts market and is one of the most widely recognised brands in Australia and New Zealand. Our brand stands for quality, expertise and knowledge, and our team members are valued and appreciated. We deliver careers and experiences that are supportive, rewarding, and inclusive, and we are passionately focused on safety, results, and continuous improvement. Repco is a division of GPC Asia Pacific.To learn more about Repco, visit: www.repco.com.au or follow us on socials. GPC Asia Pacific Movement is in our DNA. We are GPC Asia Pacific: one of the largest industrial and automotive aftermarket parts and service suppliers in Australia, New Zealand, and Southeast Asia. Our iconic brands include Repco, NAPA, McLeod Accessories and Motion Industries. Yet we are more than just a parts and service company. We propel people forward. With over 8000 team members in Asia Pacific, and 60k+ globally, being part of Genuine Parts Company won’t leave you standing still. Reach is key to our success. Learn more about our business online at www.gpcasiapac.com. Not the right fit? Let us know you're interested in a future opportunity by joining our Talent Community on jobs.genpt.com or create an account to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest! GPC conducts its business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. GPC's policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons.
Mon, 18 Aug 2025 09:52:21 GMT
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History

First Nations peoples have lived in the area for at least 50,000 years. The Murrumbidgee River was a major source of food for the Wiradjuri people of the region. Gundagai was a major thoroughfare and river crossing place. Clan groups of Wiradjuri people from the areas of Narrandera, Wagga Wagga and Cootamundra would join the locals for ceremony, trade and to gather food.

In November each year people would pass through Gundagai on the way to the high country east of Tumut to feast on great aggregations of Bogong moths and to participate in ceremony.

The Cootamundra Domestic Training Home for Aboriginal Girls (also known as Bimbadeen), is located north east of the town of Cootamundra. The centre was operated and run by the New South Wales Aborigines Welfare Board from the times between 1911 to 1968 to provide training to girls ‘forcibly’ taken from their families under the Aborigines Protection Act (1909).

These girls were apart of the Stolen Generations, and were not allowed any contact with their families, being trained to work as domestic servants.

Prince Alfred Bridge, Gundagai, during the 1900 flood. Credit: Gundagai Historic Bridges Inc & National Library of Australia
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Gundagai, Wagga Wagga and Surrounds Campaign. Credit: Lean Timms
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Recreation & Arts

In Cootamundra, sport is played all year round with sport for all ages. There are also lots of community groups to get involved in. Gundagai presents a variety of sport and leisure opportunities including field sports and water sports such as canoeing, kayaking and freshwater fishing.

Check out Gundagai Neighbourhood Centre Website for more.

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