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Terry Hie Hie

NSW 2400 • New South Wales

76
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
426.45 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalHistoricRemote
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About Terry Hie Hie

Terry Hie Hie is a small rural locality in the Moree Plains Shire of north-western New South Wales, situated approximately 47 kilometres south-east of Moree and accessed via the Gwydir Highway. With a population of 76 residents in the 2021 Census and covering more than 426 square kilometres of flat plains country, the locality is characterised by broadacre cotton and grain farming. The postcode 2400 is shared with Moree, the closest regional centre providing schools, health services, and shopping for the scattered communities of the Moree Plains.

Terry Hie Hie holds significant cultural heritage as an important ceremonial and gathering place for the Gamilaroi people, with the nearby Terry Hie Hie Aboriginal Area preserving over 240 axe-grinding grooves, carved trees, a former corroboree ground, and Aboriginal cemeteries — all protected since 2005. The surrounding plains are dominated by cotton, wheat, and livestock grazing, tied closely to the agricultural cycles of the broader Moree Plains. The locality appeals to those drawn to the wide open landscapes and strong rural heritage of north-western New South Wales.

Terry Hie Hie falls under postcode 2400 and is governed by the Moree Plains Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Parkes, while state elections fall under the Northern Tablelands electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2400
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Moree Plains
Federal Electorate
Parkes
State Electorate
Northern Tablelands
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-29.47°, 149.46°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
426.45 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2400

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2400, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$47,123
Median 2023–24
$60,259
▲ 27.9% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$75,861

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2400; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular services — Moree N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
580 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
Approx 6.5 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx 6 hrs

🛣️ Moree ~47 km; Newell Highway and Gwydir Highway are the main routes

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily needs; no services exist within the locality.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
76
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Moree Plains Local Government Area, which contains Terry Hie Hie. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
1,849.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
593 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
1,240.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
31.2 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
639.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 8.9%
View all 62 offence types for Moree Plains →

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Terry Hie Hie known for? +

Terry Hie Hie is known for the Terry Hie Hie Aboriginal Area, an important ceremonial site of the Gamilaroi people featuring over 240 axe-grinding grooves, carved trees, and corroboree grounds.

How far is Terry Hie Hie from Sydney CBD? +

Terry Hie Hie is approximately 580 kilometres north-west of Sydney CBD, around a 6–6.5 hour drive. The nearest regional town, Moree, is approximately 47 kilometres away.

Does Terry Hie Hie have public transport? +

There are no regular bus or rail services to Terry Hie Hie. A private vehicle is necessary for all travel in and out of the locality.

What is the population of Terry Hie Hie? +

According to the 2021 Census, Terry Hie Hie has a population of 76 residents, reflecting its character as a remote farming locality on the Moree Plains.

Is Terry Hie Hie a good place to live? +

Terry Hie Hie suits those working in broadacre farming or seeking a remote rural lifestyle in the Moree Plains, with the regional services of Moree accessible within an hour.

What is the postcode for Terry Hie Hie? +

The postcode for Terry Hie Hie is 2400, shared with Moree and surrounding localities in the Moree Plains Shire.

Is Terry Hie Hie a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Terry Hie Hie is part of the Moree Plains LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.