Narrandera
Narrandera is one of NSW's top-performing councils, ranking 15th of 128 and strongest on core operations.
"Riverina heritage — Lake Talbot, koalas, and Murrumbidgee River charm"
New South Wales · regional council · Pop. 6,000
Data last updated: 2023-24 · Data confidence: high
Overall Score
63 out of 100
#8 of 79 regional councils in NSW
#15 in New South Wales
Score Breakdown
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Sustainability | 66/100 |
| Community Services | 59/100 |
| Lifestyle & Amenity | 52/100 |
| Core Operations | 75/100 |
What This Means For You
Among regional councils, Narrandera performs strongest in core service delivery (better than 75% of peers). Performance in lifestyle and amenity investment is moderate at the 52th percentile among peers.
What Makes This Place Unique
Riverina heritage — Lake Talbot, koalas, and Murrumbidgee River charm
Narrandera is a charming Riverina town on the Murrumbidgee River with a natural koala habitat and heritage park.
Known For
- Lake Talbot — swimming and recreation
- Wild koala population
- Murrumbidgee River setting
- Heritage Riverina town
Living Here
Narrandera has more charm than many Riverina towns its size. The koalas and lake are genuine assets.
Hidden Gem
The Narrandera koala regeneration reserve — spot wild koalas in the eucalyptus near the town centre.