Oxley Island
NSW 2430 • New South Wales
About Oxley Island
Oxley Island is a rural island locality in the Manning River delta on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales, approximately 20 kilometres north-east of Taree. The island covers around 32 square kilometres and is home to approximately 321 residents, making it one of the more populated of the river islands in the Manning Valley. It is named in honour of the early colonial explorer John Oxley, who surveyed the Manning River region in 1818, and is administered by Mid-Coast Council.
The island is predominantly given over to dairy and beef cattle farming, taking advantage of the rich alluvial river flats. A tight-knit farming community calls Oxley Island home, with a community hall and primary school serving local families. Residents access the mainland via a vehicle punt across the Manning River, with Taree providing all major services including hospital, shopping, and secondary schooling. The peaceful river setting, wildlife, and waterway access make the island an appealing lifestyle destination for those seeking a rural coastal alternative.
Oxley Island falls under postcode 2430 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Port Macquarie electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Mid-Coast Council community transport / private shuttle — Taree CBD ~30 min including punt crossing
Commute to Taree
🛣️ Access to the mainland requires the Manning River punt (vehicle ferry). Sydney is approximately 330 km south (3.5–4 hrs by car or TrainLink from Taree).
A quiet rural island with no retail, services, or footpaths. Residents need a vehicle for all errands, with the river punt adding an additional step for mainland access.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Cundletown Public School ICSEA 9236553 9911 63d High St
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94 Princes Street
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Hallidays Point Public School ICSEA 10216559 3009 300 Diamond Beach Road
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Lansdowne Public School ICSEA 9076556 7147 16 Macquarie St
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Mitchells Island Public School ICSEA 9176553 2623 1222 Manning Point Rd
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Old Bar Public School ICSEA 9946553 7248 22 David St
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The Horsley Drive
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Chatham High School ICSEA 8146552 2588 6 Davis St
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Chatham Public School ICSEA 83702 6551 1081 17-19 Chatham Ave
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Manning Gardens Public School ICSEA 7246552 6333 Mudford Street
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12 August 2024 Read more Contact Us Davis Street
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1 Saint Joseph's Drive
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423 Kolodong Road
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Taree High School ICSEA 9186552 1166 Albert St
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Taree Public School ICSEA 7956552 1233 Albert St
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Taree West Public School ICSEA 9106552 1910 Wingham Rd
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Corner of Urray Road and The Bucketts Way
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Tinonee Public School ICSEA 9486553 1279 2 Manchester St
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Upper Lansdowne Public School ICSEA 9796556 9163 1399 Upper Lansdowne 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 Oxley Island by offence type, year and trend.
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