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Girilambone

NSW 2831 • New South Wales

86
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
1702.91 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteOutbackAgricultural

About Girilambone

Girilambone is a small outback locality in western New South Wales, situated approximately 46 kilometres north-north-west of Nyngan and around 610 kilometres north-west of Sydney, within the Bogan Shire local government area. With a recorded population of just 86 at the 2021 Census, it is one of the most sparsely settled localities in the state, occupying a vast land area of nearly 1,703 square kilometres. The settlement sits within the traditional country of the Ngiyampaa people, whose Wangaaypuwan dialect speakers have long called this region home — the name Girilambone itself derives from the local language, meaning "place of many stars" or "place of falling stars".

Girilambone has its roots in copper mining, with a copper deposit discovered in 1875 and a mining company established by 1881; the railway arrived in 1884, briefly boosting the village. Today the locality is characterised by open grazing country, wide skies, and the quiet pace of outback life along the road between Nyngan and Bourke. A general store serves the scattered local residents and passing travellers, while the surrounding station country supports extensive cattle and sheep grazing. The locality appeals to those seeking a remote rural lifestyle or travelling the outback highway through central-western NSW.

Girilambone falls under postcode 2831 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Dubbo electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2831
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Parkes
State Electorate
Dubbo
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-31.93°, 146.62°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
1702.91 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional coach — Nyngan / Bourke (along Mitchell Highway) Approx. 45 min to Nyngan

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
610 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 6–7 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 5.5–6 hours

🛣️ Located on Mitchell Highway; Nyngan is the nearest service town at ~46 km

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily needs in this remote outback locality; nearest full services are in Nyngan

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🔍 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 Girilambone by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Girilambone Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Girilambone" under Suburb

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
86
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Girilambone known for? +

Girilambone is known for its copper mining history — a significant mine operated here from the 1880s into the early 2000s — and for its striking Ngiyampaa name meaning "place of many stars". Today it is a quiet outback locality along the Mitchell Highway between Nyngan and Bourke.

How far is Girilambone from Sydney CBD? +

Girilambone is approximately 610 kilometres north-west of Sydney, a drive of around 5.5 to 7 hours via the Great Western Highway and Mitchell Highway through Nyngan.

Does Girilambone have public transport? +

Public transport in Girilambone is extremely limited. There is no rail service; the former railway station is no longer operational. Limited regional coach services run along the Mitchell Highway, but a private vehicle is essential for getting around.

What is the population of Girilambone? +

According to the 2021 Census, Girilambone has a population of 86 people, a slight decline from prior years, across a very large land area of approximately 1,703 square kilometres.

Is Girilambone a good place to live? +

Girilambone suits those who value remote outback living, wide open spaces, and a tight-knit rural community. It is a significant distance from major services, so residents rely on Nyngan for most shopping, medical, and educational needs.

What is the postcode for Girilambone? +

The postcode for Girilambone, NSW is 2831.