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Murrumbidgee Council

Willbriggie Regional Park. Credit: Murrumbidgee Council

Life is just better in the Murrumbidgee, no matter if you choose to live in one of our three diverse towns of Coleambally, Darlington Point or Jerilderie, on a larger rural lot just minutes from town or on the wide open plains on surrounding farmlands.

Whether you are bringing a young family, enjoying retirement, or somewhere in between, you will find a tremendous range of services and facilities. The hustle and bustle of city life is a thing of the past. There’s time to take a breath, settle into the serenity and enjoy the many new friendships and good times that are heading your way.

Towns & Villages

Coleambally, Jerilderie, Darlington Point

The Coffee Nest, Coleambally. Credit: Murrumbidgee Council
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Kellie Dissegna - Economic & Tourism Development Manager
1300 676 243
PO Box 5, Darlington Point NSW 2706

Murrumbidgee 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

3,559

Population

47.5

Median Age

Housing

$331k

Median House Price

Sales Quarter - SEP 22

$290

Median Rent Price

Rent Quarter - MAR 23

Distance to Cities

sydney

630km

Distance

6h 44m

Drive Time

Canberra

415km

Distance

4h 45m

Drive Time

Melbourne

394km

Distance

4h 31m

Drive Time

TRANSPORT Options

Bus, Train, Airport

Train:

V/Line:

  • From Melbourne: Shepparton Line with Coach Service
  • From Sydney: Echuca with Coach Service by TransportNSW

Bus:

NSW TrainLink:

  • Jerilderie (Routes 733/734)

Bus, Train, Airport
Wheat Crop, Coleambally. Credit: Murrumbidgee Council
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Industries & Opportunities

Agriculture is the cornerstone of our economy. Whatever the season, you will see our farmers busy growing and harvesting produce for Australia and the world. Jobs are plentiful, with more than 96% of our population in employment.

Coleambally

Labour force of 639 local jobs, Top industries - Grain Growing (Rice), Grain-Sheep or Grain-Beef Cattle Farming, and Education.

Darlington Point

Labour force of 505 local jobs, Top industries - Poultry Processing (Baiada) and Council.

Jerilderie

Labour force of 391 local jobs, Top industries - Council, and Grain-Sheep or Grain-Beef Cattle Farming.

The Townhub Coly is a multipurpose venue with office space available for hire.

Main Industries

Primary Employers

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Credit: Murrumbidgee Council
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History

The Murrumbidgee Council area has a rich and varied past.

The township of Coleambally was specifically built in the 1960s to take advantage of the additional water made available through the Snowy Mountains Scheme. 

The Bucyrus Erie Excavator 

One of four machines that was imported from the USA in 1935 and used to excavate the main channels in the Murray Valley and the Coleambally Irrigation Area. They were ‘walked’ to Coleambally from Deniliquin following completion of the Mulwala canal and commenced work in the district in 1958. In 1978 the machine was driven to its present site and it is still in working condition.

Darlington Point has a strong indigenous connection, with the Warangesda Aboriginal Mission running a mission from 1880 to 1884 and an Aboriginal Station from 1884 to 1926. In the 1850s paddles steamers transported produce along the Murrumbidgee River.

Jerilderie was raided in 1879 by the Ned Kelly gang, where they stole 2140 pounds from the Bank of New South Wales and held residents of the town hostage. Jerilderie was also home to General Sir John Monash, honoured military commander.

Bucyrus Erie Excavator, Coleambally. Supplied by Murrumbidgee Council
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Altina Wildlife Park, Darlington Point. Credit: Murrumbidgee Council
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Recreation & Arts

Water is the lifeblood of our community with the Murrumbidgee River, Billabong Creek and the state-of-the-art irrigation network prominent across the area.

Importantly, it also provides endless opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. From magnificent fishing spots, relaxing walks or the competitiveness of team sports, you will find your niche in our sports mad community.

If you are into less active leisure pursuits, then there are plenty of those too. Our advice is don’t be shy about joining one of the many community or sporting organisations as you will find a friendly welcome and many more introductions as you become ingrained in the community.

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