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Goodooga

1 km²

Goodooga is a small rural settlement where a high proportion of residents are First Nations people. It is a place of significant contrast, where almost every home is within easy walking distance of a school and health clinic, yet the community faces deep economic challenges. Typical incomes for First Nations residents are far below the national figures, and unemployment is well above the state average. This small community remains focused around its central services despite these hardships.

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First Nations

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The First Nations community here is far older than the national typical age of 24, and faces severe financial hardship. Typical household incomes are far below the state figure, while unemployment is well above the national average at 16.1%. Education levels are also much lower than most areas, with only 22.2% finishing Year 12.

129 First Nations people

37 yrs Median age Here 37 yrs NSW 23 yrs Aus 24 yrs

22.2% Year 12 Here 22.2% NSW 35.0% Aus 37.0%

16.1% Unemployment Here 16.1% NSW 9.8% Aus 12.3%

$306 Median income Here $306 NSW $600 Aus $540

$487 Household income Here $487 NSW $1,558 Aus $1,507

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Most homes are within a 15-minute walk of a park, school, or health service, which is far above state averages. However, the area is mostly car-dependent because no homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries or near public transport.

3.6 Walk score

5.0 Types ≤15 min