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Junee Reefs

NSW 2666 • New South Wales

86
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
218.71 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricAgriculturalQuiet

About Junee Reefs

Junee Reefs is a historic rural locality in the south-eastern Riverina region of New South Wales, situated approximately 19 kilometres north of Old Junee and around 430 kilometres south-west of Sydney. The locality falls under Junee Shire Council and covers a substantial area of around 219 square kilometres of rolling Riverina farmland. With a 2021 Census population of 86 residents, it is a thinly settled agricultural area with a modest ATO-recorded median income of around 8,700.

Junee Reefs has a fascinating gold mining heritage — in March 1868 a young shepherd discovered a gold-bearing reef here, sparking a brief rush that saw batteries, hotels, and stores established around the diggings by the late 1860s and 1870s. The post office that served the settlement opened in 1878 and was renamed Junee Reefs in 1917. Today the locality is characterised by the broad cropping and grazing country of the Riverina, with wheat, canola, and sheep the primary agricultural pursuits. Residents rely on the nearby town of Junee for schooling, shopping, and community services, with Wagga Wagga accessible within an hour for major retail and medical needs.

Junee Reefs falls under postcode 2666 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Cootamundra electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2666
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Riverina
State Electorate
Cootamundra
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.49°, 147.58°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
218.71 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
430 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Junee station then NSW TrainLink to Sydney (approx. 4.5 hours)
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 4–5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 4 hours

🛣️ Junee township is the nearest service centre at ~20 km; Wagga Wagga is ~50 km north

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A private vehicle is essential; all services and amenities are accessed via car in the town of Junee or further afield in Wagga Wagga

🛒 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 Junee Reefs by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Junee Reefs Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
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Census 2021
86
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Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
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Income Comparison

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Junee Reefs known for? +

Junee Reefs is known for its gold mining history — a major reef discovery in 1868 sparked a rush that brought hotels, stores, and mining infrastructure to the area. Today it is a quiet Riverina farming locality, and it was the southernmost link in a chain of gold mining sites stretching north to West Wyalong.

How far is Junee Reefs from Sydney CBD? +

Junee Reefs is approximately 430 kilometres south-west of Sydney, a drive of around 4 to 5 hours via the Hume Highway and local rural roads.

Does Junee Reefs have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving Junee Reefs directly. The nearest train station is in Junee, approximately 20 kilometres to the south, where NSW TrainLink services connect to Sydney and regional destinations. A car is essential for local residents.

What is the population of Junee Reefs? +

According to the 2021 Census, Junee Reefs has a population of 86 people spread across approximately 219 square kilometres of Riverina farmland in the Junee Shire local government area.

Is Junee Reefs a good place to live? +

Junee Reefs suits those who value a quiet rural lifestyle with historical character. Residents rely on the town of Junee for everyday services and schools, while Wagga Wagga — around 50 kilometres north — provides access to larger retail, healthcare, and university facilities.

What is the postcode for Junee Reefs? +

The postcode for Junee Reefs, NSW is 2666, which is shared with several surrounding localities in the Junee Shire area.