Matong
NSW 2652 • New South Wales
About Matong
Matong is a small rural locality in the Riverina region of New South Wales, situated approximately 37 kilometres east of Narrandera and 26 kilometres west of Coolamon, within the postcode area of 2652. Positioned along the Canola Way agricultural corridor, the area is characterised by wide open farmland devoted to grain cropping and livestock grazing. The 2016 Census recorded a population of just 164 residents, reflecting its character as a true farming community.
Matong is notable for its unusually strong Australian rules football culture — an outlier in an otherwise rugby league-dominated state — driven by its location in the Canola Way pocket that stretches from Grong Grong to Marrar. The locality has a community hall and a small sporting club but relies on Narrandera and Coolamon for shops, schools, and health services. Life in Matong revolves around the rhythms of the land, with close-knit community ties and abundant open space.
Matong falls under postcode 2652 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wagga Wagga electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- On-demand / school bus only — Coolamon / Narrandera (school services) 30–45 min
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Nearest regional centre is Narrandera (~37 km west). Wagga Wagga (~80 km east) has the closest airport and major services.
Extremely rural locality. A car is essential for all daily needs. No public footpaths or local retail.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Boree Creek Public School ICSEA 927Lockhart-Morundah Rd
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Goolgowi Public School ICSEA 935Penney St
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Junee St
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Humula Public School ICSEA 1004School St
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Ladysmith Public School ICSEA 987Tywong St
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Marrar Public School ICSEA 1008Centenary Drive
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Matong Public School ICSEA 961Main St
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Rosewood Public School ICSEA 739Humula St
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Tarcutta Public School ICSEA 874Centenary Ave
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Uranquinty Public School ICSEA 940Pearson 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 Matong by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Matong Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Matong" under Suburb