Goulburn Mulwaree

Goulburn Mulwaree ranks =97th of 128 overall in NSW, with core operations the area most needing attention.

"Australia's first inland city — Big Merino, heritage, and Canberra commuter appeal"

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New South Wales · regional council · Pop. 33,112

Data last updated: 2023-24 · Data confidence: high

Overall Score

44 out of 100

#59 of 79 regional councils in NSW

#97 in New South Wales

Score Breakdown

CategoryScore
Sustainability49/100
Community Services45/100
Lifestyle & Amenity51/100
Core Operations29/100

What This Means For You

Among regional councils, Goulburn Mulwaree performs strongest in Lifestyle & Amenity (scoring 51 out of 100 against peers), with room to improve in Core Operations (currently 29 out of 100).

What Makes This Place Unique

Australia's first inland city — Big Merino, heritage, and Canberra commuter appeal

Goulburn is a heritage city on the Hume Highway between Sydney and Canberra, with colonial architecture and growing commuter appeal.

Known For

  • Big Merino — Australia's giant sheep
  • Heritage civic architecture
  • Canberra commuter town
  • Goulburn Brewery and food scene

Living Here

Goulburn offers heritage city character with Canberra and Sydney within reach. Very affordable compared to both capitals.

Hidden Gem

Rocky Hill War Memorial — a heritage lookout tower with views over the city and surrounding pastoral country.