Murray River
Murray River is one of NSW's top-performing councils, ranking 8th of 128 and strongest on core operations.
"Murray River communities — Moama, Mathoura, and the river red gum forests"
New South Wales · regional council · Pop. 12,500
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 | 41/100 |
| Community Services | 73/100 |
| Lifestyle & Amenity | 71/100 |
| Core Operations | 79/100 |
What This Means For You
Among regional councils, Murray River performs strongest in core service delivery (better than 79% of peers), with room to improve in financial sustainability (currently at the 41th percentile).
What Makes This Place Unique
Murray River communities — Moama, Mathoura, and the river red gum forests
Murray River Council covers Moama (opposite Echuca), Mathoura, and surrounding Murray River communities in southern NSW.
Known For
- Moama — twin town to Echuca's heritage port
- Barmah-Millewa Forest — largest river red gum forest
- Murray River lifestyle — fishing, boating, camping
- Rich dairy and mixed farming country
Living Here
Murray River offers relaxed river lifestyle and Echuca-Moama's combined amenity. Very affordable, community-focused.
Hidden Gem
Millewa Forest — vast river red gum forest with canoe trails and bush camping on the NSW side of the Murray.