Junee
Junee scores well on core operations (76/100) but only 46/100 on community services — a gap worth watching.
"Railway heritage and Licorice Factory — charming Riverina village"
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New South Wales · regional council · Pop. 6,458
Data last updated: 2023-24 · Data confidence: high
Overall Score
58 out of 100
#21 of 79 regional councils in NSW
#33 in New South Wales
Score Breakdown
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Sustainability | 46/100 |
| Community Services | 46/100 |
| Lifestyle & Amenity | 66/100 |
| Core Operations | 76/100 |
What This Means For You
Among regional councils, Junee performs strongest in Core Operations (scoring 76 out of 100 against peers). Performance in Community Services is moderate, scoring 46 out of 100 against peers.
What Makes This Place Unique
Railway heritage and Licorice Factory — charming Riverina village
Junee is a small Riverina town with strong railway heritage and the famous Junee Licorice and Chocolate Factory.
Known For
- Junee Licorice and Chocolate Factory
- Railway heritage — Junee Roundhouse Museum
- Monte Cristo Homestead — 'Australia's most haunted house'
- Heritage streetscape
Living Here
Junee is charming, affordable, and has more character than many small towns its size.
Hidden Gem
Monte Cristo Homestead — a magnificent Victorian mansion with a reputation as Australia's most haunted building.