Buronga
NSW 2739 • Rest of NSW
About Buronga
Buronga is a small town on the NSW side of the Murray River, directly across from Mildura in Victoria. Connected by the George Chaffey Bridge, it effectively operates as a satellite suburb of the Mildura regional centre. With a population of around 1,252 across 15 square kilometres, Buronga serves as the NSW gateway to the Sunraysia region.
The town functions as the industrial base for Wentworth Shire, hosting businesses, warehouses, and Essential Energy operations. Residents enjoy affordable housing while accessing Mildura's comprehensive amenities just minutes across the bridge. Tourist attractions include Orange World and the nearby Australian Inland Botanic Gardens. Buronga suits those wanting regional NSW living with the convenience of Mildura's shopping, dining, and services.
Buronga falls under postcode 2739 and is governed by Wentworth Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Murray electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Mildura bus services — Mildura CBD, Shopping centres 10-15 min
Commute to Mildura (Regional Centre)
🛣️ Mildura is primary service centre; Sydney 1,050km by road
Small town centre with limited local amenities; car needed for most services
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Buronga Public School ICSEA 870Chapman St
Heritage-Listed Places
There is 1 heritage-listed place in or near Buronga, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.
Housing Costs 2021 Census
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 20
- 2. Italy 14
- 3. India 11
- 4. Croatia 6
- 5. New Zealand 4
- 6. Thailand 4
- 7. Turkey 4
- 8. United States 4
- 9. Netherlands 3
- 10. Pakistan 3
- 11. Scotland 3
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)