Lachlan vs Lake Cargelligo

Lachlan and Lake Cargelligo are two very different New South Wales locations, separated by about 103 km. Lake Cargelligo is a very walkable hub where 90.3% of homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries and 89.3% are near health services. In contrast, Lachlan is car-dependent, with only 17.9% of homes within walking distance of groceries and 17.1% near health services. Education and employment for First Nations people also differ, with year 12 completion far higher in Lachlan at 31.5% compared to 17.9% in Lake Cargelligo.

Both areas share a similar percentage of people who speak a First Nations language, which sits close to the national figure. They are also alike in their typical personal incomes for First Nations residents and have very similar flat terrain. While the two areas have different levels of walkability, the gap in First Nations unemployment remains significant, with the rate well higher in Lake Cargelligo at 16.4% compared to 8.0% in Lachlan.