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New South Wales location profile

Finley NSW 2713

Finley is a small, friendly Riverina farming town known for its irrigation-based agriculture, relaxed pace, and strong sporting culture. It offers essential services, affordable housing, and a close-knit community with easy access to larger centres across the Murray.

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Why families consider Finley

Predominantly families, retirees, and agricultural workers; lifestyle is rural and community-oriented with weekend sport, fishing, and club social life central to the town.

Amenities & services

  • Supermarket and local shops on the main street
  • Finley District Hospital and medical clinics
  • Cafes, pubs and clubs
  • Post office and banking services
  • Service stations and hardware
  • Primary and secondary schools
  • Finley Library (Berrigan Shire Library Service), town centre

Transport & connectivity

  • No passenger rail in Finley; nearest services via V/Line at Shepparton/Tocumwal (coach connections)
  • NSW TrainLink and V/Line coach services through town to regional hubs
  • Newell Highway (A39) and Riverina Highway (B58) access

Lifestyle & recreation

  • Finley Lake walking and fishing
  • Finley Golf Club (18-hole)
  • Showgrounds & Sporting Complex (ovals, netball/tennis courts)
  • Finley Aquatic Centre (seasonal pool)
  • Community events at the RSL and local clubs
  • Finley Lake Reserve
  • Finley Showgrounds & Sporting Complex
  • Finley Golf Course grounds

Education context

Limited local options (community preschool and family day care); additional long-day care available in nearby Tocumwal/Barooga; vacancies vary seasonally.

  • La Trobe University – Shepparton Campus (VIC) ~75km south
  • Charles Sturt University – Wagga Wagga Campus ~180km northeast
  • Charles Sturt University – Albury‑Wodonga Campus ~200km east
  • University of Melbourne – Dookie Campus (VIC) ~70km south-west