Doonbah
NSW 2473 • New South Wales
About Doonbah
Doonbah is a small coastal-hinterland locality in the far north coast of New South Wales, located approximately 9 square kilometres in area near the town of Evans Head, in the Clarence electorate. The 2021 census recorded a population of 298 residents, making it a quiet, tightly-knit rural community. Positioned near the mouth of the Richmond River and not far from the Broadwater National Park, Doonbah enjoys a peaceful setting of low-lying farmland and coastal wetland country.
The locality is characterised by hobby farms, small acreages and lifestyle properties that attract residents seeking space and a low-key coastal lifestyle. Residents access services in the nearby township of Evans Head (approximately 5 kilometres) or the regional centre of Ballina (around 35 kilometres south), which provides shopping, schools, health services and a domestic airport. The area's proximity to beaches, the Broadwater National Park and the Richmond River makes it a draw for fishing enthusiasts, birdwatchers and those seeking a relaxed rural lifestyle.
Doonbah falls under postcode 2473 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Clarence electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Limited regional services — Evans Head / Ballina 10-40 min
Commute to Evans Head
🛣️ Largely car-dependent. Evans Head provides basic daily services; Ballina is the main regional hub with the nearest airport (BNK).
Rural locality with no footpaths or local commercial services. All errands require a car. Evans Head township is a short drive for basics.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Evans River Community School ICSEA 955Cypress Street