New South Wales location profile
Curlewis NSW 2381
Curlewis is a small rural village in Gunnedah Shire known for its close-knit community and agricultural setting on the Kamilaroi Highway. It offers quiet country living with everyday needs met locally and broader services a short drive away in Gunnedah.
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Why families consider Curlewis
Predominantly a working rural community with families, farm workers and trades linked to agriculture and nearby mining services; lifestyle is quiet, budget-friendly and community-focused.
Amenities & services
- Local general store and post office agency
- Service station
- Curlewis Public School
- Community hall
- Sports oval and playground
- Major supermarkets, medical services and restaurants in Gunnedah (nearby)
- Gunnedah Shire Library – Gunnedah (approx. 17km)
Transport & connectivity
- Nearest train: Gunnedah Station (NSW TrainLink) ~17km
- NSW TrainLink coach services via Gunnedah
- Kamilaroi Highway (B51) with access to Oxley Highway via Gunnedah
Lifestyle & recreation
- Curlewis Sports Ground (cricket/football)
- Playgrounds and local community events
- Broader facilities in Gunnedah: swimming pool, gyms, cinema and PCYC
- Curlewis Sports Ground
- Village park and open reserves
- Nearby Porcupine Lookout Reserve (Gunnedah)
Education context
No dedicated centres in Curlewis; multiple long day care, preschool and family day care options available in Gunnedah.
- University of New England – Tamworth campus (~75km) and Armidale campus (~190km)
- University of Newcastle Department of Rural Health – Tamworth (~75km)