Cootamundra-Gundagai Regional
Cootamundra-Gundagai Regional ranks =65th of 128 overall in NSW, with community services the area most needing attention.
"Wattle and Dog on the Tuckerbox — Cootamundra and Gundagai's heritage heart"
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New South Wales · regional council · Pop. 11,424
Data last updated: 2023-24 · Data confidence: high
Overall Score
51 out of 100
#38 of 79 regional councils in NSW
#65 in New South Wales
Score Breakdown
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Sustainability | 48/100 |
| Community Services | 48/100 |
| Lifestyle & Amenity | 52/100 |
| Core Operations | 56/100 |
What This Means For You
Among regional councils, Cootamundra-Gundagai Regional performs strongest in Core Operations (scoring 56 out of 100 against peers). Performance in Community Services is moderate, scoring 48 out of 100 against peers.
What Makes This Place Unique
Wattle and Dog on the Tuckerbox — Cootamundra and Gundagai's heritage heart
Cootamundra-Gundagai covers two historic Riverina towns. Cootamundra is birthplace of Don Bradman and the golden wattle.
Known For
- Don Bradman's birthplace — Cootamundra
- Dog on the Tuckerbox — Gundagai's iconic monument
- Golden Wattle — Australia's floral emblem from Cootamundra
- Murrumbidgee River heritage
Living Here
Two charming heritage towns with genuine Australian stories. Very affordable.
Hidden Gem
Bradman's birthplace in Cootamundra — the modest house where Australia's greatest cricketer was born.