Gunnedah

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Why Gunnedah?

It’s got beautiful sunsets and vibrant community spaces. Location Kamilaroi (Gamilaraay) Aboriginal Nation. The name Gunnedah is derived from the Kamilaroi nation word meaning 'place of many white stones', which refers to the quartz pebbles and outcrops in the area that are visible from the top of Porcupine Lookout. We are actually have a few World First titles we are rather proud of!

Population:

13,085

Best Bits and Highlights:

An abundance of native wildlife, including kangaroos, echidnas and of course Koalas! Koalas can often be found in trees within the town, as well as in the surrounding countryside with the help of signs placed by the local tourist centre. Fabulous local produce grown from our rich black soils. Our Reference Sourdough is a town tradition and an addiction.

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Being the Koala Capital of the World! The world-wide used Kookaburra Cricket balls are made from Gunnedah leather!

The Gunnedah Lifestyle.

"I love a sunburnt country, A land of sweeping plains, Of ragged mountain ranges, Of drought and flooding rains." - Dorothea Mackellar, I Love a Sunburn Country

Dubbed the Koala Capital, Gunnedah in the North East NSW is one of Australia’s most stunning regional cities. Known for iconic Aussie wildlife, experience the rich history and produce that Gunnedah has to offer.

Whimsical Wilderness

Gunnedah boasts an abundance of native wildlife, including kangaroos, echidnas and of course Koalas! Koalas can often be found in trees within the town, as well as in the surrounding countryside.

The Koala Capital

The name Gunnedah is derived from the Kamilaroi nation word meaning 'place of many white stones', which refers to the quartz pebbles and outcrops in the area that are visible from the top of Porcupine Lookout.