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Brewarrina
18,512 km²
Daily life in Brewarrina is shaped by its remote setting and a strong First Nations presence. The town is a small regional hub where many residents rely on local services, though access to amenities is lower than in most other areas. It is a community with a notable age gap in its First Nations population compared to the rest of the state. While some services are within reach, the landscape is generally less walkable than the New South Wales average.
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First Nations residents here are far older than the national figure, with a typical age of 33. However, this group faces significant challenges, with typical household incomes far below the state and national figures, and Year 12 completion rates that are far below the Australian average.
Getting around is harder than in most of the state, as far fewer homes are within a 15-minute walk of parks, schools, or groceries. Only 37.6% of homes are near public transport, which is far below the New South Wales figure of 85.7%.