New South Wales location profile
Elands NSW 2429
Elands is a tiny rural village on the Bulga Plateau in the MidCoast region, best known as the gateway to Ellenborough Falls. It appeals to nature lovers and those seeking a quiet, off‑grid or small‑acreage lifestyle amid forests and waterfalls.
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Why families consider Elands
A close-knit rural community of farming families, tree-changers and alternative lifestylers. Life is laid-back and self-sufficient, with acreage properties, strong community ties, and limited local services prompting regular trips to Wingham and Taree.
Amenities & services
- Community hall and local gatherings
- Ellenborough Falls picnic area and seasonal kiosk
- Nearest supermarkets, pharmacies and banks in Wingham and Taree
- Medical services at Wingham Hospital and Manning Base Hospital (Taree)
- Cafés, pubs and restaurants mainly in Wingham/Taree
- Wingham Library (MidCoast Libraries), Wingham
- Taree Library (MidCoast Libraries), Taree
Transport & connectivity
- Nearest train stations: Wingham and Taree (NSW TrainLink North Coast line)
- Limited local/school bus services to Wingham/Taree
- Road access via Wingham–Elands Road and Comboyne Road; connection to Pacific Highway (A1) via Taree
Lifestyle & recreation
- Ellenborough Falls lookouts, walking tracks and picnic areas
- Bushwalking, birdwatching and 4WD trails in nearby state forests and national parks
- Community events and markets at local halls
- Camping areas in Tapin Tops National Park
- Ellenborough Falls Reserve
- Tapin Tops National Park
- Bulga State Forest
- Comboyne State Forest
Education context
No childcare centres in Elands; families typically use preschools and long day care in Wingham and Taree.
- Charles Sturt University – Port Macquarie Campus (Port Macquarie)
- University of Newcastle – Callaghan Campus (Newcastle)
- University of New England – Armidale Campus (Armidale)