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Glow2680, Christmas in Griffith. Credit: Ginette Guidolin

Griffith is one of Australia’s most vibrant and cosmopolitan regional centres.

With a population of 27,000, Griffith exudes a rich blend of cultures and traditions. Today, more than seventy nationalities add to our cultural tapestry including Italian, Indian, Afghani and Pacific Communities.

Life in Griffith revolves around food, wine, sport and family. The annual festivals are a wonderful time to visit, as they showcase our local food and world-class wines, friendly people and colourful cultures. Fall in love with Griffith, and explore the many wonderful opportunities for employment for people seeking a tree change.

Towns & Villages

Griffith, Hanwood, Yenda, Lake Wyangan, Yoogali, Bilbul, Beelbangera, Tharbogang.

Griffith Spring Fest - Karly Sivewright
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Marg Couch - Local Connector, Griffith Welcome Experience
0487 922 570
po@rdariverina.org.au
Level 1, 381 Banna Avenue Griffith NSW 2680

Griffith City Council

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Liveability

Weather

32.6
°C

Average Summer Max

15.9
°C

Average Winter Max

17.3
°C

Average Summer Min

4.1
°C

Average Winter Min

Population

27,340

Population

37.8

Median Age

Housing

$570k

Median House Price

NSW Communities and Justice, Rent and Sales Report 2025

$460

Median Rent Price

NSW Communities and Justice, Rent and Sales Report 2025

Distance to Cities

sydney

574km

Distance

6h 22m

Drive Time

Canberra

359km

Distance

4h 22m

Drive Time

Melbourne

460km

Distance

5h 22m

Drive Time

TRANSPORT Options

Taxi, Bus, Train, Airport

Griffith Airport:

Griffith Airport serves as a vital hub for both Rex and Qantas flights, providing essential connections from Griffith to Sydney.

Bus Services by Griffith Buslines:

Griffith Buslines offer a range of convenient services, both within the town and to surrounding areas such as Bilbul, Yenda, Darlington Point, Hanwood, and Mayfair.

Taxi Services:

Griffith Taxis: For quick and reliable transport, simply dial 131 008 to reach Griffith Taxis.

Prestige Car Hire:

Prestige Car Hire: Need a private transport option? Contact Prestige Car Hire at 0428 121 388 or via email.

Train Services:

Melbourne XPT: Experience comfortable travel with the Melbourne XPT, which operates twice daily between Melbourne and Sydney. This service includes stops at Cootamundra and/or Wagga Wagga, with a connecting coach service to Griffith.
 
Griffith XPLORER: On Wednesdays and Saturdays, the Griffith XPLORER offers a direct route from Sydney to Griffith, providing additional travel options for passengers.

These transport services, from flights at Griffith Airport to the convenience of Griffith Buslines, taxis, and car hire options, ensure that travelers have a range of choices for their journeys. Whether commuting within Griffith or traveling to nearby towns or major cities like Sydney and Melbourne, these services aim to make transportation hassle-free and accessible.

Taxi, Bus, Train, Airport
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Industries & Opportunities

Griffith is the agricultural powerhouse of the Riverina, servicing a population catchment of over 55,000. The agricultural industry in Griffith is diverse, and includes wineries, citrus, poultry, rice, grain, nuts, cotton and more. Griffith also has a strong construction industry, mainly consisting of small, privately owned companies. Healthcare is a significant industry, Griffith is part of the Murrumbidgee Local Health District.

Griffith has skills gaps in information media and telecommunications, financial and insurance services, and technical/scientific services. There are opportunities for investment in housing and agritourism.

Main Industries

Primary Employers

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Excavator, Roller & Moxy Operators, Loader Operator & Labourers
NOW HIRING · GRIFFITH NSW · FULL TIME Excavator, Roller & Moxy Operators, Loader Operator & Labourers Civil Construction · Above Award Rates · Weekly Pay · Start ASAP The Company Brefni is an established Australian civil contractor delivering infrastructure across Transport, Defence, Energy and Water. With a strong pipeline of work across NSW, we back our people to get the job done — and give them the opportunity to grow with the business. We're kicking off a civil package in Griffith and need experienced, reliable operators and labourers to hit the ground running. The Roles Excavator Operator · 2 Positions Minimum 5 years' experience operating an excavator Experience using GPS/machine guidance systems Civil construction background Roller Operator · 2 Positions Proven experience operating a roller in civil construction, with solid compaction experience Civil construction background Moxy Operator · 2 Positions Experience operating a Moxy or articulated dump truck Civil construction background Loader Operator · 1 Position A couple of years' experience operating a loader Civil construction experience preferred Tickets for other plant highly regarded — you'll have the chance to back up as an operator across other machines Watercart Operator · 1 Position HR licence required Experience operating a watercart Available to start Monday, 27 July Civil construction experience preferred Labourer · 2 Positions Civil construction experience preferred Construction Industry Induction (White or Blue Card) Reliable, and comfortable working as part of a close-knit team What You'll Bring Proven experience in civil construction A genuine commitment to safety on site Reliability — you show up, do the job, no chasing required Construction Industry Induction (White or Blue Card) Full working rights in Australia A team-first attitude What We Offer Above award rates — your experience is worth paying for Weekly pay, straight into your account Full-time, ongoing work backed by a strong NSW pipeline — no short contracts A supportive crew — no micromanagement, just get the job done A real shot at staying on and growing with the business Call or text Diana on 0488 413 331 to apply, or send us a message.
Fri, 14 Aug
Griffith, 2680, NSW
Pharmacist - Grade 1
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time (until 03 Sept, 2027) or Casual opportunities available Position Classification: Pharmacist – Grade 1Remuneration: $87,083.42 - $113,298.98 per annum, pro rata (+ super +17.5% leave loading where applicable)Hours Per Week: up to 24Requisition ID: REQ685526Location: Griffith Base Hospital Are you a talented Pharmacist looking to make a significant impact within regional communities? About the role: Griffith Base Hospital are on the search for passionate pharmacists to join the Pharmacy team! You will assist in the provision of a comprehensive clinical pharmacy service in accordance with the SHPA Standards of Practice for Clinical Pharmacy Services and support medication safety practices and quality improvement initiatives in accordance with National Standard 4. You will play a vital role as part of the multi-disciplinary team, involved in the delivery of education and information to other health care professionals along with providing medicines information to patients and carers. As the Pharmacist, you will be responsible for: Providing medication-related education to medical and nursing personnel, and to patients/carersProviding discharge counselling to patients/carers to ensure a full understanding of the medications prescribed as well as any alterations to the medication regimen and provide whenever possible a discharge medication list.Maintaining accurate documentationMaintaining continuing professional education to fulfil the annual requirement for AHPRA Pharmacy Board registration What MLHD offer: At Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD), we offer more than a job — we offer the chance to make a real difference. Meaningful Impact – Play a vital role in delivering essential health services to our diverse and vibrant regional communities.Flexible Working Arrangements - Designed to support work-life balance, aligned with NSW Health policy. Generous Salary Packaging – Access up to $20,600 per annum tax-free for living expenses, plus the option for novated car leasing.Professional Development – Take advantage of ongoing learning and career development opportunities.Health & Wellbeing Support – Benefit from our comprehensive wellness programs for you and your family, including Employee Assistance Programs Fitness Passport and initiatives to support both physical and mental health.Click here to discover why MLHD is the right place to contribute to healthier communities. Our ideal candidate will demonstrate: Current registration as a pharmacist authorised to practice by the Australian Healthcare Practitioner Agency (AHPRA).Experience and skills in clinical pharmacy with the ability to apply this knowledge to practical situations. Post registration hospital pharmacy experience or post graduate relevant qualification (or working towards) will be highly regarded.Sound judgement and demonstrate initiative and independence in problem solving and prioritizing workload.Ability to work effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team. More information: 1) Click here for the Position Description 2) Find out more about applying for this position For role related queries or questions contact Helena Joseph-Hauser – the Chief Pharmacist, Griffith on Helena.JosephHauser@health.nsw.gov.au for a confidential chat. Applications close: 11 September 2026 MLHD welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and is committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and the LGBTIQ+ community. If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, you can access recruitment application support through the Stepping Up initiative. This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases. The full list of requirements are outlined in the NSW Health OASV Policy (Page 11). You will be required to complete the OASV Undertaking/ Declaration Form and TB Assessment Tool during the recruitment process. Please upload this with your application along with any other vaccination evidence that you may have.
Thu, 20 Aug
Griffith, 2680, NSW
Administration Clerk
Job Description If you're an Administration Clerk looking to grow your skills in a busy operational environment, this is a great opportunity. You'll be involved in: + Manage daily administrative tasks including data entry, filing, and document control + Assist with production and logistics paperwork, including weighbridge and inventory records + Prepare and maintain reports, spreadsheets, and documentation for site operations + Support scheduling, contractor sign-ins, and coordination of site visitors + Provide general office assistance to the feed mill team + Communicate with internal teams to ensure accurate information flow and timely updates, You're an Administration Clerk looking to step up in your career and take on greater responsibility. You'll bring: + Manage daily administrative tasks including data entry, filing, and document control + Assist with production and logistics paperwork, including weighbridge and inventory records + Prepare and maintain reports, spreadsheets, and documentation for site operations + Support scheduling, contractor sign-ins, and coordination of site visitors + Provide general office assistance to the feed mill team + Communicate with internal teams to ensure accurate information flow and timely updates Please note: Due to strict biosecurity requirements, you must not keep any birds, pigs, or poultry at your residence. You must also be willing to follow all quarantine policies and procedures. About the Employer Passionate about producing premium quality poultry products through the Lilydale Free Range and Steggles brands, our client Baiada, have been bringing Australian families together at the dinner table since 1919! Delivering fresh poultry to local retailers and value-adding products to Quick Service Restaurants and food service customers, Baiada are leading the way in the industry through innovation and setting high standards around process and efficiency, which ensures they deliver millions of high-quality products every year.
Sat, 29 Aug
Griffith, 2680, NSW
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Credit: Murrumbidgee Local Health District
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History

Griffith is in the heart of the Wiradjuri nation, and many members of our community are Wiradjuri people, often originating from surrounding areas such as Narrandera and Darlington Point. Our community also includes people who are descended from other language groups such as Yota Yota people, Ngiyampaa people and Paakantji people.

Griffith was created as part of the Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area (MIA) project, a plan to supply irrigation from the Murrumbidgee river to open up western New South Wales for farming. The town plan for Griffith was designed by Walter Burley Griffin. Griffith was proclaimed as a city in 1987.

Sunshine Super Girl Credit: Griffith Regional Theatre
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Aerial of Griffith Credit: Visit Griffith
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Recreation & Arts

Griffith boasts diverse recreational opportunities. Wine enthusiasts can indulge in vineyard tours and tastings, while outdoor lovers can explore Cocoparra National Park’s hiking trails and scenic vistas. The city offers sports facilities for tennis, golf and more, along with water-based activities at Lake Wyangan and the renewed Sporting Facility which includes an Olympic sized outdoor pool.

Cultural experiences include art galleries, local markets, and community events, such as the Griffith Easter Party and the Italian Festival, With its mix of nature, sports, and cultural offerings, Griffith provides a well-rounded range of recreational activities for residents and visitors alike.

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