Moree Plains
Moree Plains is one of NSW's top-performing councils, ranking =8th of 128 and strongest on core operations.
"NSW's hot springs town — artesian baths, cotton fields, and northern plains"
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New South Wales · regional council · Pop. 12,816
Data last updated: 2023-24 · Data confidence: high
Overall Score
66 out of 100
#3 of 79 regional councils in NSW
#8 in New South Wales
Score Breakdown
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Sustainability | 47/100 |
| Community Services | 69/100 |
| Lifestyle & Amenity | 70/100 |
| Core Operations | 78/100 |
What This Means For You
Among regional councils, Moree Plains performs strongest in Core Operations (scoring 78 out of 100 against peers). Performance in Sustainability is moderate, scoring 47 out of 100 against peers.
What Makes This Place Unique
NSW's hot springs town — artesian baths, cotton fields, and northern plains
Moree is famous for its artesian hot springs and sits in the middle of some of NSW's most productive agricultural land — cotton, wheat, and pecans.
Known For
- Moree Artesian Aquatic Centre — natural hot springs
- Major cotton and pecan growing region
- Significant Aboriginal heritage and community
- Northern NSW's agricultural service centre
Living Here
Moree offers unique hot springs lifestyle and affordable living in productive farming country. The Aboriginal community is significant and the multicultural food scene is emerging.
Hidden Gem
The artesian bore baths — hot mineral water pools that locals use year-round, especially magical on cold winter mornings.