Muswellbrook

Muswellbrook is a town situated about 240 kilometers north of Sydney, shaped by coal mining, horse breeding farms, and vineyards. The area sits within the Hunter Valley region, where industry and agriculture define both the landscape and economic activity.

The Wonnarua and Gamilaroi peoples were the original inhabitants of this landscape before European settlers established the town in 1833. This transition from traditional lands to a colonial settlement transformed the region fundamentally.

The Blue Heeler Film Festival and Carnivale each year bring locals together to celebrate regional artists and traditional crafts. These gatherings show how the community values its creative talents and rural heritage.

The railway station connects the town to Newcastle and Sydney through regular train services for commuters and long-distance travelers. It helps to check train schedules in advance to plan your journey effectively.

Open-cut coal mining began here in 1944 and has shaped the region's energy production ever since. The mining operations remain characteristic of how the area developed as an industrial center.

Location: Muswellbrook Shire

Location: New South Wales

Location: Rowan

Elevation above the sea: 164 m

Shares border with: Hebden, Muscle Creek, Howick, Liddell, Jerrys Plains, Edderton, Mangoola, Denman, Bengalla, Aberdeen, Castle Rock, McCullys Gap, Kayuga

GPS coordinates: -32.26667,150.90000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 09:24