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Where is Dubbo, Australia?

Written and Fact-checked by Whereig Web Team | Updated On: December 10, 2025, 14:10 ET

Dubbo is located in the central-western region of New South Wales on the Macquarie River. It lies between the flat agricultural plains of the Orana region and the low, rugged hills that form the western edge of the Great Dividing Range. It is famous for Taronga Western Plains Zoo, its rich pioneering history, and its role as a major regional service hub.

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Facts about Dubbo, Australia

Country	Australia
State	New South Wales
Region	Central West NSW
Location	On the Macquarie River, northwest of Sydney, in the Orana region
Coordinates	32.25° S, 148.60° E
Local Government Area	Dubbo Regional Council
Founded	1841
Original Name	Dubbo (believed to come from Wiradjuri word meaning “red earth” or “head covering”)
Elevation	~275 m
Population	Approx. 43,000 (urban area)
Area	Approx. 3,410 sq km (regional council)
Time Zone	AEST (UTC+10:00), AEDT (UTC+11:00 in summer)
Postcode	2830
Major Waterways	Macquarie River
Top Attractions	Taronga Western Plains Zoo, Old Dubbo Gaol, Dubbo Regional Botanic Garden, Royal Flying Doctor Service Visitor Centre, Dundullimal Homestead.
Demonym	Dubbo residents
Main Industries	Agriculture, tourism, transport, health services, education
Nearest Airport	Dubbo City Regional Airport (DBO)
Website	https://www.dubbo.nsw.gov.au

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