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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
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Level 1, 381 Banna Avenue Griffith NSW 2680

Griffith City Council

Wagga Wagga

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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Jobs in This Region

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Production Operator - Griffith
Free onsite parking and some freebies to take home. Get access to amazing discounts for over 600 retailers through Milk Bar!! Uniforms and PPE supplied. Reporting to the Production Manager, based in our Harvey Fresh Griffith Plant. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to work with a team that can bring a diverse range of skills to the table. During our peak season from May to October, there’s ample overtime opportunities available for those looking to bolster their earnings before Christmas! We are now seeking a pro-active Production Operators who are ready to make a positive impact to our team. The position is full-time. Responsibilities include: Performs duties of manual nature. Plan and organise own work tasks, sorting out priorities and monitoring own performance. Meet scheduling outcomes. Identify and report issues affecting work outcomes. Maintain health and safety work area for self and others. Follow quality control procedures. Inspect quality of work on an ongoing basis and accept responsibility for quality of their own work. Maintain food safety and GMP standards. Operation of supplied equipment. About you: Have experience in food manufacturing industry, specifically in production area. Desirable experience in fresh juice. Good communication skills. Have flexibility for working in rotating Monday to Saturday roster and for overtime. Physically fit for labour-intensive hands-on work. Hygiene standards knowledge and experience. Our story: Ours is a STORY of a family business created by the Besnier Family in 1933 and is today the worlds’ No. 1 dairy company. We are 85,000 loyal team members working across 100 countries and together we create the #LactalisExperience. Lactalis Australia’s iconic and heritage brands are our PASSION, providing quality and nutritious products for all Australians. We are humble, proud and resilient. We care for our employees, land, farmers and consumers, which is our driving purpose to ensure a responsible and sustainable dairy industry. We take pride in developing our internal talent and encourage entrepreneurship by bringing together pragmatic and tenacious personalities. Our accountability ensures we have ownership within our roles and with our EXPERTISE and dairy "know how", sets us apart. Lactalis is a supporter of reducing barriers that exist due to traditional working practices and therefore flexible work arrangements will be considered for this role. We are an equal opportunity employer and we encourage applications from people regardless of gender, ethnicity, religious beliefs or ability. If you are ready to join the #LactalisExperience Apply now! Lactalis Australia
Fri, 03 Apr
Griffith, 2680, NSW
Salesperson - Furniture
· Part Time Position· Guaranteed base earnings + attractive commission · Paths for career progression with a trusted national brand Discover a great place to work at Harvey Norman - an Australian Retail icon in the home and lifestyle space. The Harvey Norman Griffith Furniture Team is seeking a passionate, customer service focused Salesperson to join them in delivering Great Service, Always! to their customers. As a Salesperson, you will have an understanding of life at home solutions and a desire to find the best outcome for our customers. To be successful you must: · Have a passion for retail· Be highly motivated and results driven person with outstanding customer service and communication skills· Enjoy working in a team environment What we require: · Ability to work in a customer focused, successful retail business· Ability to service your customers while managing work tasks around their needs· Going above and beyond to provide exceptional customer focused problem solving.· Experience of resolving customer complaints and making quick decisions to ensure happy customers and timely accurateservices· Passion to exceed individual and store sales targets· Flexibility across retail trading hours including weekends, public holidays and late night trades What we offer: · Generous staff discounts· Attractive commission based structures· Fantastic incentive based promotions· Harvey Norman is a strong advocate of career progression with a wide support network for professional development· An environment where good performance is recognised and rewarded· A flexible and positive work environment If this role exhilarates your passion for a new opportunity then please submit your application for consideration.
Wed, 18 Mar
Griffith, 2680, NSW
Apprentice Chef
GetSet has a position available for an Apprentice Chef at a reputable Italian restaurant Based in Griffith. Our Host Employer is seeking someone who is eager to learn and develop their career in the hospitality industry. Applicants should possess the following: A passion for creating food with flavoursA happy and proactive attitudeAttention to detailExcellent interpersonal skillsReliability and punctuality are a must Daily duties and responsibilities will be but not limited to: Assist in preparation of quality restaurant mealsMaking Pizzas and preparing ingredientsComply with policy and procedures and WHS responsibilitiesComply with sanitation and food safety standardsCooking meals to a high standard for all customersAttend TAFE in Wagga on a weekly basis for two years studying Cert III in Hospitality – Commercial Cookery If you are ready to become an apprentice chef and enjoy variety in your day-to-day working life, then please forward your application, this position may also require some weekend work. Applications close on Friday 6th March Further inquiries are available by contacting Paul on 0484 075 263 Apply online www.getset.org.au or send application letter and resume to paul@getset.org.au Only applicants successful for an interview will be contacted
Tue, 24 Feb
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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