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Where is Orange, Australia?



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



Orange is located in the Central West region of New South Wales, about 260 kilometres west of Sydney. It lies between the fertile slopes of Mount Canobolas and the rolling agricultural plains that spread across the region. It is famous for its cool-climate wines, vibrant food scene, and rich colonial and gold rush heritage.




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Where is Orange, Australia
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Facts about Orange, Australia

CountryAustralia
StateNew South Wales
RegionCentral West NSW
LocationIn the Central Tablelands, west of the Blue Mountains, near Mount Canobolas
Coordinates33.28° S, 149.10° E
Local Government AreaCity of Orange
Founded1846
Original NameBlackman's Swamp (renamed Orange in honour of Prince William of Orange)
Elevation~862 m
PopulationApprox. 42,000
AreaApprox. 285 sq km (LGA)
Time ZoneAEST (UTC+10:00), AEDT (UTC+11:00 in summer)
Postcode2800
Major WaterwaysSummer Hill Creek, Gosling Creek Reservoir
Top AttractionsMount Canobolas, Orange Botanic Gardens, Cook Park, Lake Canobolas, Orange Wine Region, historic town centre.
DemonymOrange residents
Main IndustriesAgriculture (orchards & vineyards), mining, healthcare, education, tourism
Nearest AirportOrange Regional Airport (OAG)
Websitehttps://www.orange.nsw.gov.au