Towns in the Western subregion
Western NSW is a subregion of the larger Western NSW training region.
The Western NSW subregion is the largest training subregion taking in most of Western NSW – it stretches north to the Queensland/NSW border, west to the South Australian/NSW border, south to the Victorian/NSW border and east to Oberon.
The regional cities of Dubbo, Bathurst, Orange and Broken Hill are the largest centres in the subregion. Towns range in size from Mudgee (population approximately 11,000), Cowra (approximately 10,000) and Parkes (almost 10,000), down to Coolah and Kandos (approximately 1300 people each).
Bathurst
Classification: MMM3
Bathurst is a vibrant country city with a rich cultural heritage and is recognised as a centre of learning.
Blayney
Classification: MMM5
A farming town in the Central West Region of NSW just 30 minutes from the regional centres of Bathurst and Orange.
Broken Hill
Classification: MMM3
Broken Hill is a heritage-listed city in the far west of New South Wales, its mining heritage and vibrant art scene blend together in the semi-desert landscape. (Note: Broken Hill is classified MMM5 – GP Synergy funding purposes)
Coolah
Classification: MMM5
Coolah is a small country town, located in a picturesque rural valley in the Warrumbungle region.
Coonabarabran
Classification: MMM5
Coonabarabran is known as the astronomy capital of Australia due to its proximity to observatories including Siding Spring, home to Australia’s largest telescope.
Coonamble
Classification: MMM6
On the banks of the Castlereagh River, Coonamble is a charming country town of art deco buildings and classic country pubs.
Cowra
Classification: MMM4
A scenic country town with an international outlook arising from its interesting war-time history.
Dareton
Classification: MMM5
Located on the Murray River, with many great fishing and camping spots, Dareton is at the centre of the Coomealla Irrigation Area and surrounded by vineyards and orchards.
Dubbo
Classification: MMM3
Dubbo is a major regional hub servicing central and far western NSW, it’s a vibrant city offering many outdoor and cultural experiences.
Forbes
Classification: MMM4
In the heart of the Lachlan Valley, Forbes has a gold rush past but is now one of the richest areas for agriculture in NSW.
Gilgandra
Classification: MMM5
Home to the coo-ee, Gilgandra is an agricultural town in the Central West, only 45 minutes north of the regional centre of Dubbo.
Kandos
Classification: MMM5
Kandos is a small, quaint town located in the beautiful Capertee Valley, the world’s second largest canyon.
Millthorpe
Classification: MMM5
A beautiful historic village with boutique stores and cafes in a country setting.
Molong
Classification: MMM5
Molong's broad main street and restored buildings are National Trust listed ensuring the town’s rich history stays alive.
Mudgee
Classification: MMM4
Mudgee’s heritage streetscapes are a picturesque backdrop for the fine food and wine the town is known for.
Narromine
Classification: MMM5
A rural town in the Orana region of NSW, Narromine is the gliding capital of Australia.
Oberon
Classification: MMM5
The highest town in the Blue Mountains region, Oberon offers a range of rural and natural attractions.
Orange
Classification: MMM3
Renowned for its fresh local produce and wines, Orange is a bustling regional city in the Central West of NSW.
Parkes
Classification: MMM4
Home to The Dish, the world-famous Parkes Radio Telescope, Parkes is a thriving commercial centre in central NSW.
Walgett
Classification: MMM6
Walgett is an outback town with an Aboriginal name that means ‘where two rivers meet’.
