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Skinners Shoot
New South Wales
Skinners Shoot, New South Wales Australia.jpg
Looking north from Bangalow Road to Skinners Shoot
Population 275 (2006 census)
Location
LGA(s) Byron Shire
Region Northern Rivers
State electorate(s) Ballina
Federal Division(s) Richmond

Skinners Shoot is a small, quiet place located in the beautiful Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, Australia. It is a type of small community known as a "locality." This area is famous for its stunning beaches and green countryside.

Skinners Shoot is found about 4 kilometers (about 2.5 miles) southwest of the popular coastal town of Byron Bay. In 2006, only 275 people called Skinners Shoot home, making it a very small and peaceful community.

Where is Skinners Shoot Located?

Skinners Shoot is part of the Byron Shire, which is a local government area. This means it's managed by the local council in Byron Bay. The Northern Rivers region where Skinners Shoot is located is in the northeastern part of New South Wales. It's known for its warm climate and natural beauty.

How Far is Skinners Shoot From Big Cities?

Even though Skinners Shoot is small, it's not too far from some bigger cities.

  • It's about 777 kilometers (483 miles) north of Sydney, the capital city of New South Wales.
  • It's also about 169 kilometers (105 miles) south of Brisbane, a major city in the state of Queensland.
  • The nearby town of Bangalow is about 18 kilometers (11 miles) to the northeast.

Who Represents Skinners Shoot?

Like all places in Australia, Skinners Shoot is part of different government areas. These areas help make sure people's voices are heard.

State Government Representation

For state government matters, Skinners Shoot is in the Ballina electoral district. This means that residents of Skinners Shoot vote for a representative in the New South Wales Parliament who looks after the Ballina area.

Federal Government Representation

For federal government matters, Skinners Shoot is in the Richmond division. This means that people living in Skinners Shoot vote for a representative in the Australian Parliament in Canberra. This person helps make decisions for the whole country.

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