Moombooldool
NSW 2665 • New South Wales
About Moombooldool
Moombooldool is a tiny rural locality in the Riverina region of New South Wales, located approximately 50 kilometres north of Narrandera within postcode 2665. The locality covers a substantial 128 square kilometres of flat agricultural land, yet had a population of only 26 residents at the 2021 census, reflecting its character as a farming hinterland rather than a residential community. The name is of Aboriginal origin and the area has a long history of pastoral and cropping activity. It sits within the Bland Shire and Narrandera Shire boundary region.
The local economy revolves around dryland farming — primarily wheat, sheep, and cattle — typical of the broader Bland and Narrandera Shires. Residents enjoy an extremely quiet and self-sufficient lifestyle, with Narrandera being the nearest town for groceries, schools, and basic services. Griffith, approximately 80 kilometres to the south-west, serves as the regional centre for medical and commercial needs. There is no public transport of any kind; a car is essential, and the Sturt Highway provides the main road link to regional centres.
Moombooldool falls under postcode 2665 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Murray electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Commute to Narrandera
🛣️ Griffith (~80 km) is the nearest regional centre. Sydney is approximately 6 hours by car. Car is the only practical transport option.
Moombooldool is a remote agricultural locality with no walkable amenities, footpaths, or public transport. Private vehicle is essential.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Ardlethan Central School ICSEA 867Mithul St
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Ariah Park Central School ICSEA 947Reid St
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Barellan Central School ICSEA 894Boree St
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Welman St
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Binya Public School ICSEA 1008Barellan-Yenda Rd
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 Moombooldool by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Moombooldool Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Moombooldool" under Suburb