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Morundah

NSW 2700 • New South Wales

81
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
1190.95 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteAgriculturalOutbackPeaceful

About Morundah

Morundah is a small locality in the Riverina region of New South Wales, situated on the Newell Highway within the Federation Council local government area, approximately 13 kilometres west of Lockhart and around 75 kilometres east of Narrandera. With a 2021 Census population of 81 residents, Morundah is one of the Riverina's most sparsely populated communities, spread across an expansive 1,191 square kilometre area of flat agricultural land. The locality is characterised by grain farming and grazing, with wheat silos and a hotel among the few landmarks in this quiet outback settlement.

Morundah is best known for its annual Opera in the Outback event, which has attracted professional opera companies including OzOpera and Victorian Opera to perform for the small local community — a remarkable cultural tradition in such a remote setting. The Newell Highway passes through, connecting the locality to Narrandera in the west and Lockhart to the east for essential services including shops, schools, and medical facilities. Life in Morundah revolves around the land, with grain and livestock farming the mainstay of the local economy, and the nearby towns providing community infrastructure for residents.

Morundah falls under postcode 2700 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Murray electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2700
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Farrer
State Electorate
Murray
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.90°, 146.30°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
1190.95 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • NSW TrainLink coach (limited) — Narrandera / Griffith Approx. 1 hr to Narrandera

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
545 km
By Train
No direct train service; nearest coach connection at Narrandera (~75 km west)
By Car (Peak)
5 hr 30 min – 6 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
5 hr – 5 hr 30 min

🛣️ The Newell Highway connects Morundah west to Narrandera. Car is the primary mode of transport for daily needs.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Morundah has virtually no retail services; a car is necessary for all shopping, schooling, and medical needs in nearby Lockhart or Narrandera.

🛒 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 Morundah by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Morundah Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
81
▲ 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 Morundah known for? +

Morundah is best known for its Opera in the Outback event, which brings professional opera performances to this tiny Riverina community. The locality is also known for grain and livestock farming across its vast flat plains.

How far is Morundah from Sydney? +

Morundah is approximately 545 kilometres south-west of Sydney, making it a drive of around 5.5 to 6 hours via the Hume Highway and Sturt Highway.

Does Morundah have public transport? +

Morundah has very limited public transport. There is no railway in the locality — the Tocumwal railway line which once served the area closed in 1975. The nearest coach connections are approximately 75 kilometres west at Narrandera.

What is the population of Morundah? +

According to the 2021 Census, Morundah had a population of 81 residents across a very large area of approximately 1,191 square kilometres, making it one of the most sparsely settled localities in the Riverina.

Is Morundah a good place to live? +

Morundah suits people who embrace a deeply rural, self-sufficient lifestyle on the Riverina plains. The locality has minimal services, so residents travel to Lockhart (13 km east) or Narrandera (75 km west) for shopping, schools, and healthcare.

What is the postcode for Morundah? +

The postcode for Morundah is 2700, which it shares with nearby Narrandera and other Riverina localities.