Federation
Federation ranks =50th of 128 in NSW, performing best on core operations (61/100).
"Murray River borderlands — Corowa, Mulwala, and river resort lifestyle"
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New South Wales · regional council · Pop. 13,075
Data last updated: 2023-24 · Data confidence: high
Overall Score
54 out of 100
#30 of 79 regional councils in NSW
#50 in New South Wales
Score Breakdown
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Sustainability | 54/100 |
| Community Services | 47/100 |
| Lifestyle & Amenity | 54/100 |
| Core Operations | 61/100 |
What This Means For You
Among regional councils, Federation performs strongest in Core Operations (scoring 61 out of 100 against peers). Performance in Community Services is moderate, scoring 47 out of 100 against peers.
What Makes This Place Unique
Murray River borderlands — Corowa, Mulwala, and river resort lifestyle
Federation Council covers Corowa, Mulwala, and surrounding communities on the NSW-Victorian border.
Known For
- Corowa — Federation heritage and Federation Trail
- Mulwala — Lake Mulwala water sports
- Murray River border lifestyle
- Corowa Whisky and Chocolate
Living Here
Federation offers Murray River lifestyle with Albury-Wodonga services nearby.
Hidden Gem
Corowa Whisky and Chocolate — craft whisky and artisan chocolate in a heritage Federation town.