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Schools in Wilcannia 2836, New South Wales
Wilcannia is a remote outback town on the Darling River in far‑west NSW, noted for its historic sandstone buildings from the riverboat era. It serves as a small service hub for surrounding pastoral properties and travellers on the Barrier Highway.
Why families love Wilcannia
A close-knit, predominantly Aboriginal (Barkindji/Paakantyi) community with strong cultural ties, modest services, and a quiet rural lifestyle centered on the river. Employment is mainly in health, education, government services, pastoral work, and tourism, with socio‑economic challenges and extreme summer heat shaping daily life.
