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Booligal

NSW 2711 • New South Wales

98
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
4519.35 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RemoteOutbackHistoricRuralQuiet

About Booligal

Booligal is a remote village in the Riverina region of western New South Wales, situated on the banks of the Lachlan River approximately 78 kilometres north of Hay via the Cobb Highway. Located about 802 kilometres west of Sydney, the locality covers a vast 4,519 square kilometres of open grassland and saltbush plain. With a population of 98 at the 2021 Census and a median taxable income of $43,039, it remains a small pastoral community centred on sheep and cattle grazing.

Booligal was immortalised by Banjo Paterson in his poem 'Hay and Hell and Booligal' and has a rich history as a Cobb & Co staging post, with the township first gazetted in 1860. The Booligal Hotel continues to serve travellers with meals, accommodation, and a postal agency, while the annual Booligal Sheep Races draw crowds from across the region. The surrounding landscape of river red gums, open plains, and grazing kangaroos gives the village a distinctly Australian outback character.

Booligal falls under postcode 2711 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Murray electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2711
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Farrer
State Electorate
Murray
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.26°, 144.70°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
4519.35 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
802 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
9-10 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
9-10 hours

🛣️ Accessed via Cobb Highway. Nearest town with services is Hay (78 km south). Hay has coach services to major centres.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Tiny outback village with only a hotel and basic services; a car is essential for all travel

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
98
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
N/A
Personal Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Booligal known for? +

Booligal is best known for its place in Australian literary history, immortalised by Banjo Paterson in his poem 'Hay and Hell and Booligal'. The village also draws visitors for the annual Booligal Sheep Races and the historic Booligal Hotel, which has served travellers since the Cobb & Co coaching era.

How far is Booligal from Sydney? +

Booligal is approximately 802 kilometres west of Sydney, which is around a 9 to 10 hour drive. The nearest town with services is Hay, about 78 kilometres south along the Cobb Highway.

Does Booligal have public transport? +

Booligal has no public transport services. There is no rail or bus service to the village. The nearest town with coach connections to larger centres is Hay, about 78 kilometres to the south.

What is the population of Booligal? +

According to the 2021 Census, Booligal has a population of 98 people. It is a tiny pastoral community spread across a vast 4,519 square kilometres of open plain and river country.

Is Booligal a good place to live? +

Booligal suits those who embrace the remote outback lifestyle, with wide open spaces, a close-knit community, and a strong connection to Australian pastoral history. Residents rely on Hay for schools, healthcare, and major shopping, but enjoy the peace and character of life on the Lachlan River.

What is the postcode for Booligal? +

The postcode for Booligal, New South Wales is 2711.