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"
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 service delivery (better than 56% of peers). Performance in community services is moderate at the 48th percentile among 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.