Tumbulgum

About Tumbulgum

Tumbulgum is a small village in Tweed Shire, northern New South Wales, located at the confluence of the Rous and Tweed Rivers approximately 11 kilometres north-east of Murwillumbah and 120 kilometres south-east of Brisbane. With a population of around 382 residents spread across 8.55 square kilometres, the village sits close to sea level in a lush, river-lined setting typical of the Northern Rivers region. The area is the traditional Country of the Ngandowal and Minyungbal-speaking peoples of the Bundjalung Nation.

Tumbulgum is prized for its serene riverside character, with the meeting of the Tweed and Rous Rivers offering scenic views and a relaxed pace of life that attracts artists, retirees, and nature lovers. The village has a local hall and community atmosphere, while nearby Murwillumbah provides access to schools, shops, and essential services. The broader Tweed Valley and its proximity to the Queensland border, Byron Bay, and the Gold Coast hinterland make Tumbulgum an appealing base for those seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle with reasonable access to coastal amenities.

Tumbulgum falls under postcode 2490 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Tweed electorate.

Nearby Suburbs

• North Tumbulgum, NSW 2490
• Hastings Point, NSW 2489
• Pottsville, NSW 2489
• Bogangar, NSW 2488
• Cabarita Beach, NSW 2488
• Tanglewood, NSW 2488