Nambucca River facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Nambucca River |
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North Coast Railway Bridge at Macksville
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| Other name(s) | North Creek, Bowra River |
| Country | Australia |
| State | New South Wales |
| IBRA | NSW North Coast |
| District | Mid North Coast |
| local government area | Nambucca |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | Killiekrankie Mountain, Dorrigo Plateau, Great Dividing Range 594 m (1,949 ft) |
| River mouth | Tasman Sea, South Pacific Ocean Nambucca Heads 0 m (0 ft) |
| Length | 87 km (54 mi) |
| Basin features | |
| Basin size | 1,299 km2 (502 sq mi) |
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The Nambucca River is a beautiful river located on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales, Australia. It's a special type of river mouth called an estuary, where the river meets the sea. This area is known for its lovely scenery and important natural features.
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River's Journey and Features
The Nambucca River begins high up on Killiekrankie Mountain. This mountain is part of the Dorrigo Plateau and the larger Great Dividing Range. From there, the river flows mostly towards the east and southeast.
Along its journey, the Nambucca River is joined by four smaller rivers or streams, which are called tributaries. One of the most important tributaries is Taylors Arm.
After flowing for about 87 kilometers (54 miles), the river reaches its end. It empties into the Tasman Sea, which is part of the Pacific Ocean. This happens at a place called Nambucca Heads. The river drops about 594 meters (1,949 feet) from its source to the sea.
Towns Along the River
The Nambucca River flows past several towns. These include Bowraville, Macksville, and Nambucca Heads. These towns are important parts of the local community.
Climate and Environment
The area around the Nambucca River has a wonderful subtropical climate. This means it gets plenty of sunshine and rain. The soil here is very rich and fertile because it comes from volcanoes.
Originally, thick rainforests covered much of this land. While a lot of it has been cleared for other uses, some rainforests still remain. You can find these protected areas in national parks and special reserves. The lower parts of the river valley are used for farming.
Crossing the River
The Nambucca River is an important waterway. It is crossed by major transport routes. The Pacific Highway and the North Coast railway line both cross the river near the town of Macksville.
