Narrabri

Narrabri - Aboriginal meaning - Forked Waters is pronounced - Na - ra- bry and has a population of 7436 at an altitude of 240 metres above sea level. Narrabri is located 500 kilometres north west of Sydney which is about a six hour drive and is located 560 kilometres south west of Brisbane also being a six hour drive. Narrabri is a town with wonderful facilities and opportunities. The Namoi River runs through the centre of town and there are many lovely places to rest on the banks of the river. There is also the Narrabri Lake located on the western side of town. Narrabri is situated at the foothills of the Nandewar ranges and is a strong agricultural area. Some of the most productive and fertile land is located at Narrabri. The main agricultural production is cotton, wheat, sorghum, various grains, sheep and cattle. The rich, black soil of the Namoi River Valley supports a diversity of agricultural activities, but cotton is by far the district's major industry. Cotton, sunflower and a variety of other crops are processed at the Narrabri Cargill Oilseed crushing mill, one of the largest in the country. Narrabri boasts a wonderful range of tourist attractions such as Mt Kaputar National Park, Sawn Rocks, Waa Gorge, The Australian Cotton Centre, CSIRO Australia Telescope, Yarrie Lake, Lynch's Lane Wines, Seplin Estate Wines, Namoi Valley Aquafarm, Bohena Olives, Antiques and Art, Narrabri Goal and Museum, craft and much more. Narrabri is a country town that doesn't lack much. There is an Airport, two supermarkets, eight pubs, three clubs, rugby club, squash, tennis and netball courts, 18 hole golf course and well maintained gardens and sporting ovals and much more.