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Welcome to Walgett

Walgett is a town in northern NSW, Australia, it is the junction of the Barwon and Namoi Rivers and the Kamilaroi and Castlereagh Highways. It was inhabited by the Gamilaroi (also spelt Kamilaroi) Nation of Indigenous peoples before white settlement.

Walgett website and business directory, Walgett is a town in northern NSW, Australia, it is the junction of the Barwon and Namoi Rivers and the Kamilaroi and Castlereagh Highways. It was inhabited by the Gamilaroi (also spelt Kamilaroi) Nation of Indigenous peoples before white settlement. It was gazetted in 1851 and town sites were surveyed in 1859.

Tourism

Walgett is a major highway junction for touring routes to the north Lightning Ridge, to the East Burren Junction and Wee Waa to the South Coonamble to the west Brewarrina.

Agriculture

The Walgett District is a producer of a variety of agricultural commodities including cotton, wheat, beef cattle and sheep and pulse crops.

History

Walgett is rich in history it was gazetted in 1859 and the courthouse built in 1865 it was a port for paddle steamers in 1861 to 1870.  It was proclaimed 20 March 1885 and surveyed.

Directory

A business directory of the town and is included in the Namoi Business Directory, if you own a business the cost to have a landing page and or a listing is minimal.

Rural News

Men charged with drugs and firearms offences - Walgett

Police have charged two men with numerous drugs and firearms offences in north-western New South Wales.

About 6.30am yesterday (Tuesday 25 March 2025) police from Central North Police District attached to Strike Force Meningie stopped and searched a vehicle on the Gwydir Highway, Collarenebri.

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Walgett GM leaves on a positive note

Walgett GM leaves on a positive note

Resigning from the position of general manager (GM) was a difficult decision for Megan Dixon, but one she felt she had to make. 

"I loved my role and the community but it was a misalignment in terms of where I felt I needed to be," Ms Dixon said. 

The Walgett Shire Council announced her resignation on Tuesday, 25 March.

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Understanding the Importance of House Valuation Services in Today's Market

Understanding the Importance of House Valuation Services in Today's Market

A clear understanding of your property's value starts with professional house valuation services—here’s why they matter more than ever in today’s market.

This article explores the critical role of house valuation services in today's property market. It explains what these services involve, why accurate valuations matter for buyers, sellers, and investors, and the key factors that influence property value. It also addresses common misconceptions and outlines the valuation process, helping readers make informed real estate decisions.

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Nationals back some offshore wind, but still pin hopes on nuclear

Nationals back some offshore wind, but still pin hopes on nuclear

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Canberra Chaos: May 3 election odds, APVMA appointments,Trump to Australia?

Canberra Chaos: May 3 election odds, APVMA appointments,Trump to Australia?

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Fishing Club Meat Raffles JCH Friday nights

Published on Sunday, February 16, 2025

Fishing Club Meat Raffles JCH Friday nights

Event date: 5/30/2025 Export event

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