Narrabri

Historically famous in the agricultural sector, Narrabri is looking to the future across a range of industries that will build on the existing strong economic foundation.

NARRABRIMt Kaputar National Park

Historically famous in the agricultural sector, Narrabri Shire is looking to the future across a range of industries that will build on the existing strong economic foundation. Additional coal seam gas and coal mining projects are joining existing organisations, creating diverse employ-ment and ancillary business opportunities. A desirable place to live, Narrabri Shire has a strong cultural heritage and a vibrant community atmosphere that provides an attractive and exciting place for business-es and families.

Narrabri is the administrative heart of the second richest agricultural Shire in Australia. Located at the centre of a major cotton growing industry, agricultural industries in the area also include wheat, beef and lamb.

Set against the backdrop of the Nandewar Ranges and on the banks of the Namoi River, Narrabri is an energetic regional centre offering a wonderful selection of shops, restaurants, museums and a large array of tourist attractions. In addition Narrabri boasts The Crossing Theatre, a 1000 seat auditorium and cinema com-plex of a standard normally only found in larger Australian communities.

Narrabri is a prosperous, modern town servicing a large and highly productive agricultural district. Narrabri’s growth and development is strongly tied to the success of its agricultural and commer-cial industries and the shire is moving

ahead towards an exciting future. The town boasts a broad range of commercial, industrial and retail services and there is a young, energetic population.

Narrabri Shire’s second largest town is Wee Waa. Renowned for being Austra-lia’s Cotton Capital – the very birthplace of Australia’s modern cotton industry. But there is more to Wee Waa than just cotton!

Wee Waa has a busy and beautifully land-scaped main street with unique boutique shops to interest all tastes. Wee Waa has three reputable primary schools and one high school all boasting excellent facilities and academic results. New residents will be find Wee Waa a very welcoming, close-knit and supportive community.

You won’t find a more friendly town than Boggabri. This vibrant and positive community has a great heritage. The town catchphrase “The little town with the big heart” is a true representation of this progressive and positive community.

Boggabri is strategically positioned to take full advantage of the resource industry and is located close to existing coal operations and the imminent start of further mines. The town is experi-encing growth and development with an ever-growing demand on services and housing. A strong business community is developing to support and take advantage of this new industry.

One glimpse of a clear night sky will leave you with no doubts as to why this region is known as “Big Sky” country. The seemingly endless horizons have facilitated the growth of the CSIRO Australia Telescope Compact Array, whose six radio telescopes are gleaming beacons of scientific advancement. The natural wonder of the Nandewar Ranges and Mt Kaputar National Park will keep even the most reluctant of bushwalkers enthralled.

Set against the backdrop of the Nandewar Ranges and on the banks of the Namoi River, Narrabri is an energetic regional centre.

QUICK FACTS

Population: 13 500

Median House Price: $272 500

Climate: Temperatures range between 20 - 39oC in Summer and 1 - 20oC in Winter.

Average annual rainfall: 657mm

Elevation: 190m above sea level

619km north of Sydney and 366km south of Brisbane

Known for: Wheat, cotton, Mt Kaputar, rock climbing, creative arts.

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Narrabri RSL

Narrabri - foodies paradise

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Narrabri: variety is the spice of life!

LOCATION

The Narrabri Shire covers 13,000sq km and is in the heart of the rich Namoi Valley in north western NSW. Narrabri is a service and transport centre for the wheat, cotton and livestock industries and is ideally located between Sydney and Brisbane where the Newell and Kamilaroi Highways meet.

TRANSPORT

By road: 532km north of Sydney and 574km south of Brisbane

By rail: 7.5 hours to Sydney (Central station)

By air: 1 hour 20 minutes to Sydney or1 hour 30 minutes to Brisbane (Aeropelican)

Narrabri Shire is a modern regional growth centre encompassing a strong business community without the stresses and pressures of a city environment. The area has diversified from its traditional agricultural base of grain, cotton, wool, beef and prime lamb production to coal mining and gas extraction and exploration. The advent of these new resource based industries in conjunction with ancillary business is providing a breadth and depth of job opportunities for the Shire.

Education for your children is an important family decision and is the key to unlocking a world of potential and possibilities for your child’s future. Within Narrabri Shire there is a cohesive group of fourteen public and private (Catholic) primary schools and two public secondary schools offering great teaching and learning opportunities. Narrabri Shire schools excel in academic, sporting and cultural pursuits shaping excellent young citizens for the community. After secondary school, tertiary education is available directly through TAFE, a University of New England Access Centre and the Northern Inland Community College.

Housing options in Narrabri Shire are wide and varied. From heritage style cottages to larger more modern homes and townhouses and everything in between, there is certainly a home in Narrabri Shire to suit every taste and budget.

Whilst property prices have been making steady gains over the last few years you can still pick up your little piece of paradise for an affordable price. Across the Shire there are a va-riety of vacant blocks from standard residential sizes to small acreages with river frontage and spectacular views. Narrabri has popular lifestyle acreages closer to Mount Kaputar with many clocks enjoying spectacular views of the mountain ranges. The town of Wee Waa features many historic homes as well as modern family homes to suit all tastes. Bog-gabri features some excellent investment opportunities with the nearby growth in mining.

Narrabri Shire has established health care infrastructure with an efficient network of support services which are administered by Hunter New England Health. There are hospitals in the three towns of Narrabri, Boggabri and Wee Waa that all offer an outstanding level of care. There are also aged care facilities in Narrabri, Boggabri and Wee Waa. These facilities are either adjoining or are in close proximity to the hospitals. These centres offer security and peace of mind for families with ageing relatives.

Some centres also provide extra services for dementia patients and those who require additional care.

EMPLOYMENT

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No matter what your interests or hobbies you will find like-minded people in Narrabri Shire. There is always a huge range of activities and events on throughout the year.

Join your friends for a hearty meal or a light snack; an ice cold beer at the pub of a caf-feine hit at a local café. Narrabri Shire offers many unique dining experiences. At any time of the year residents are delighted with a number of local markets and agricultural shows bringing the community together in a great atmosphere. Your senses will be entertained with picnic races, art-house film nights, cultural exhibitions, concerts and festivals.

Enjoy sports? On any weekend you will find residents of Narrabri Shire enthusiastically involved in sports of all kinds across the numerous ovals and courts scattered across the Shire. A new $6.5 million dollar aquatic centre in Narrabri will care for keen swimmers year round. Whatever you like to do in your spare time, whether it be a lot or very little, you will enjoy spending your leisure time in this beautiful part of the world.

Those who enjoy the outdoors have plenty of options from bushwalking at Mt Kaputar to water skiing on Yarrie Lake and fishing on the Namoi River. The expansive blue sky, stunning mountain ranges, scenic waterways and fresh air will encourage you to explore and share your experiences from this diverse area. From the majestic Nandewar Ranges to the expansive and productive plains, Narrabri Shire is a beautiful area of North Western NSW.

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Narrabri Crossing Theatre

N O R T H E R N I N L A N D N S W

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