Narrandera

Narrandera is a rural town on the Murrumbidgee River, situated at the junction of the Newell and Sturt highways, and features cedar-lined streets with numerous heritage-listed buildings. The town center preserves a concentrated collection of historical structures that define its character and give visitors a sense of local architecture.

The settlement began in the 1860s as a pastoral station and experienced significant growth after the railway arrived in 1881. This transport connection transformed it into a regional trade hub.

The John O'Brien Bush Festival honors Father Patrick Hartigan through music, poetry, and dance performances that celebrate rural Australian traditions. The event shows how the community values its literary roots and invites visitors to experience local cultural gatherings.

The town connects to Sydney through Narrandera Airport with regular train and coach services to regional centers. Visitors can easily explore the flat landscape with its river and bushland areas by car.

The Narrandera Flora and Fauna Reserve runs a Koala Regeneration program that has worked since the 1970s to reintroduce the species after local extinction. This is one of few places where visitors might encounter koalas involved in conservation efforts.

Location: Narrandera Shire

Location: New South Wales

Location: Narrandera

Elevation above the sea: 152 m

Shares border with: Corbie Hill, Landervale, Colinroobie, Gillenbah, Cudgel, Grong Grong, Merungle Hill

GPS coordinates: -34.74833,146.55111

Latest update: December 20, 2025 12:25