Bourke vs Brewarrina

Bourke and Brewarrina are two rural New South Wales areas with similar populations of First Nations people. There are notable differences in income and employment for First Nations residents; typical household income is far higher in Bourke at $1,390, compared to $771 in Brewarrina. First Nations unemployment is also well higher in Brewarrina at 13.0%, while Bourke is much lower at 7.1%.

Both areas sit near the national figure for First Nations household income, though Bourke's standing is closer to the middle. They are also alike in their layout, with both being somewhat walkable and having nearly identical terrain slopes. In terms of access, more homes in Bourke are within a 15-minute walk of groceries and schools, while Brewarrina has more homes within reach of health services and public transport.