Dry Plain
NSW 2630 • New South Wales
About Dry Plain
Dry Plain is a small rural locality in the Snowy Monaro region of New South Wales, situated in the grasslands of the Monaro tablelands at an altitude of approximately 1,260 metres. It lies about 40 km northwest of Cooma, 24 km southeast of Adaminaby, and approximately 160 km south of Canberra. With a population of just 42 at the 2021 census, the locality covers a substantial 118.8 square kilometres of elevated grazing country in the Snowy Mountains foothills. The area falls within the Snowy Monaro Regional Council and is part of the Wallace County, Parish of Backalum.
Dry Plain is quintessentially high-country grazing land, characterised by open grasslands, cold winters, and scattered farming properties typical of the Monaro plateau. The nearby Snowy Mountains Highway provides the main road connection to Cooma and beyond. There are virtually no urban services within the locality itself, with residents relying on Cooma or Adaminaby for supplies and amenities. The area is known for its sweeping views, cold winters, and the peace of the high tableland, attracting those drawn to a true rural lifestyle. A small school operated briefly in the 1920s, reflecting the locality's long pastoral history.
Dry Plain falls under postcode 2630 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Monaro electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Snowy Hydro coach — Cooma / Adaminaby N/A – limited service
Commute to Cooma
🛣️ The Snowy Mountains Highway is the primary access route. Cooma is the nearest regional centre. No public transport serves the locality.
Dry Plain is a remote rural locality with no local services or public transport. Private vehicle is the only practical transport option for residents. Nearest town Cooma is approximately 40 km away.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Cooma Public School ICSEA 971Commissioner St
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Baroona Avenue
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37 Murray Street
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Cooma North Public School ICSEA 955Baroona Ave
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Monaro High School ICSEA 977Mittagong Rd
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Braidwood-Cooma Rd
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9 Richardson 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 Dry Plain by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Dry Plain Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Dry Plain" under Suburb