Bellingen, Administrative division in Bellingen Shire Council, Australia.
Bellingen operates within a 1,602 square kilometer area of New South Wales, featuring diverse landscapes from rainforests to agricultural valleys.
The region transformed from Indigenous Australian territory to European settlement during the 19th century, developing through timber industry expansion.
The Bellingen Shire Community Awards recognize local individuals who contribute to social development through various initiatives and volunteer activities.
The administrative center provides municipal services through seven council members who serve fixed four-year terms under mayoral leadership.
Census data from 2016 recorded 12,668 residents with a median age of 46 years, indicating a demographic pattern distinct from national averages.
Location: Bellingen Shire
Location: New South Wales
Location: North Bellingen
Elevation above the sea: 14 m
Part of: Mid North Coast
Shares border with: Kalang, Thora, Fernmount, Raleigh, Gleniffer, Brierfield, Hydes Creek
GPS coordinates: -30.44833,152.90111
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:39
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