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Mimosa

NSW 2666 • New South Wales

70
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
221.75 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalOutbackQuiet

About Mimosa

Mimosa is a rural locality in the Coolamon Shire Council area of the Riverina region of south-western New South Wales, situated approximately 6 kilometres south-east of Temora and around 70 kilometres north of Wagga Wagga. The locality is one of the largest by area in the region, covering over 221 square kilometres of flat to gently undulating agricultural land that is characteristic of the Riverina's productive farming country. With a 2021 Census population of 70 residents spread across 20 dwellings, Mimosa is a sparsely settled farming district in the heartland of the Riverina wheat and cereal belt.

The surrounding landscape is dominated by extensive grain farming operations growing wheat, canola, barley, and oats, alongside wool and beef cattle production that together define the Riverina's agricultural economy. Temora is the nearest service town, offering a hospital, schools, and local shops, while Wagga Wagga provides a full range of regional city services including Riverina Medical and Dental Group, Charles Sturt University, and the Sturt Highway connection westward. The area is served by the state electorate of Cootamundra and the federal electorate of Riverina, reflecting its position in the productive agricultural heartland of rural New South Wales. Mimosa is best suited to those connected to the farming industry seeking a quiet, land-based lifestyle in the Riverina.

Mimosa 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
221.75 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Temora / Wagga Wagga N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
440 km
By Train
No local service; Junee station (approx. 43 km) connects to Sydney via Main South Line (approx. 5-6 hrs)
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 5-5.5 hours to Sydney CBD via Hume Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 5 hours to Sydney CBD via Hume Highway

🛣️ Nearest regional centre is Temora (6 km); Wagga Wagga (70 km) provides major regional services; area is entirely car-dependent

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Mimosa is a dispersed agricultural locality with no local shops or public amenities; a private vehicle is essential for all daily needs

🛒 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 Mimosa by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Mimosa Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
70
▲ 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 Mimosa known for? +

Mimosa is a quiet agricultural locality in the Riverina region of New South Wales, surrounded by the productive grain farming country for which the Riverina is renowned. The area is primarily associated with wheat, canola, and cereal crop production as well as wool and beef cattle grazing.

How far is Mimosa from Wagga Wagga? +

Mimosa is approximately 70 kilometres north of Wagga Wagga, the largest regional city in the NSW Riverina. The nearest town is Temora, approximately 6 kilometres to the north-west.

Does Mimosa have public transport? +

Mimosa has no public bus or rail services. The nearest train station is Junee, approximately 43 kilometres away on the Main South Line. A private vehicle is essential for all travel in and around the locality.

What is the population of Mimosa? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mimosa has a population of 70 residents across approximately 20 dwellings. It is one of the most sparsely settled localities in the Coolamon Shire Council area.

Is Mimosa a good place to live? +

Mimosa suits those working in or connected to the agricultural sector who value open farmland and the quiet character of rural Riverina life. Temora provides essential services close by, while Wagga Wagga offers a full range of regional city amenities within a comfortable drive.

What is the postcode for Mimosa? +

The postcode for Mimosa, NSW is 2666, shared with Temora and surrounding rural localities in the Coolamon Shire and Temora Shire areas of the Riverina.