Bemboka
NSW 2550 • New South Wales
About Bemboka
Bemboka is a small town on the Snowy Mountains Highway in the Bega Valley Shire, situated approximately 474 km south of Sydney and 36 km west of Bega. The name is thought to derive from an Aboriginal word meaning "High Peak," reflecting its elevated position near the Great Dividing Range and the South East Forests National Park. With a population of around 589, Bemboka serves as a quiet inland hub for surrounding farms and forested hinterland communities.
Life in Bemboka revolves around the land, with farming, timber, and small-scale tourism forming the backbone of the local economy. The town has a school, pub, and essential services, and the scenic mountain scenery draws bushwalkers and nature lovers. Residents benefit from the clean air and peaceful rural environment, while Bega offers full shopping and medical services within a short drive.
Bemboka falls under postcode 2550 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Monaro electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- NSW TrainLink Coach — Bega / Canberra Varies; connects at Bega
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Bega (36 km) is the main regional centre with supermarkets, hospital, and services.
Very limited walkable amenities; a car is required for most errands.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Bega High School ICSEA 973Upper & Eden Sts
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Bega Valley Public School ICSEA 91727 Auckland St
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37 Bega Street
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2 Max Slater Dr
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Gipps Street
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Bemboka Public School ICSEA 927Kameruka St
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Candelo Public School ICSEA 982William St
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Cobargo Public School ICSEA 941Wandella Rd
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Quaama Public School ICSEA 98748 Cobargo St
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Tanja Public School ICSEA 1085Barrabooka Rd
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Tathra Public School ICSEA 1048Bega St
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Towamba Public School ICSEA 958Towamba St
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Wolumla Public School ICSEA 931Bega Street
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Wyndham Public School ICSEA 935Monaro St
Crime Statistics
NSW crime data is provided by the Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR). Use the interactive tool below to explore recorded crime incidents in Bemboka by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Bemboka Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Bemboka" under Suburb