Nymboida, New South Wales facts for kids
Quick facts for kids NymboidaNew South Wales |
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The Coaching Station Inn
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 Nymboida
Location in New South Wales
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| Population | 298 (2016 census) |
| Postcode(s) | 2460 |
| Elevation | 195 m (640 ft) |
| Location | 44 km (27 mi) from Grafton |
| LGA(s) | Clarence Valley |
| County | Fitzroy |
| State electorate(s) | Clarence |
| Federal Division(s) | Page |
Nymboida is a small village in the Northern Rivers area of New South Wales, Australia. It is located about 44 kilometres south-west of Grafton. Nymboida is well-known for the exciting white water rafting on the Nymboida River. This river is a popular spot for adventure lovers. The village is part of the Clarence Valley Council local government area.
In 2016, about 298 people lived in Nymboida. This was a decrease from 427 people in 2006. More males lived there than females. The average age of residents was 52 years old.
History of Nymboida
Settlement in Nymboida began in 1840. Two early settlers, Gregory Blaxland Jnr and William Forster, started sheep farms here. Gregory Blaxland Jnr was the son of the famous explorer Gregory Blaxland.
Blaxland first named his land "Pandemonium" because of the difficulties he faced. Later, he changed the name to Nymboida when he tried to sell it. The village of Nymboida got its name from this property.
Nymboida as a Service Stop
Nymboida became an important stop for travellers. It was a resting place for Cobb and Co stagecoaches and bullock teams. Timber cutters, farmers, and other pioneers also stopped here. They were travelling on the wool road that connected Armidale to Grafton.
Today, Nymboida has an inn, a general store, and a police station. There is also a public primary school. In 2018, about 20 students were enrolled there. The main ways people earn money in the area are through farming and tourism.
Nymboida Coal Mine
The Nymboida Colliery was a coal mine that operated from 1909 to 1979. For its last four years, the mine was run by the Miners Federation. From 1952 to 1979, the coal from this mine was used to power a station in Koolkhan.
