About Gunnedah
Gunnedah is situated in the heart of the Namoi Valley, New South Wales, Australia.
Gunnedah is known as the 'Koala Capital of the World' due to the abundance of healthy koalas living right in the township.
Located just 440km by Road from Sydney, the Shire area is now 4,994 sq km and estimated Shire population (June 2008) was 11,985, Gunnedah - 8,504. Gunnedah offers its residents a perfect blend of a relaxed quality lifestyle within a resilient economic area.
Whether you're looking to change your lifestyle, relocate or establish a business, or even visit for a holiday, you'll find everything you need in Gunnedah.
This site is designed to give you an insight into what our town and area has to offer. Take the time to browse through and see just how great it is to live in Gunnedah.
New Resident Kit
The new resident kit has been designed to direct you to all the services Gunnedah has to offer to make your relocation as easy as possible.
You may wish to start with a town tour. Maps and local information can be obtained from the Visitors Centre. This tour takes you right through the town showing off many of its attractions and community facilities.
Council offers a wide range of services such as waste collection, water and community facilities such as the heated swimming pool. The council would be happy to speak with you about the facilities on offer and can be contacted during normal business hours on (02) 6740 2100. For more information about Council and the services on offer, please go to the Council section on their website.
Tourism
A With one of the largest and healthiest koala colonies in Australia, getting close to these beautiful creatures at the stunning Waterways Wildlife Park can become a reality. You can even see them in the wild on one of our many defined bushwalking tracks. If caravanning, camping and water sports are more your style, catch the action at Lake Keepit State Park, just a short drive from Gunnedah. Whilst in Gunnedah you can visit perhaps the best rural museum in Australia or take in an auctioneer's call at the Gunnedah Saleyards every Tuesday
