New Residents Guide

We’re delighted to welcome you to the Bland Shire!

Whether you’ve moved here for work, family, business, retirement or simply a change of lifestyle, we hope you’ll soon feel right at home. Our community is friendly, welcoming and proud of what we have to offer.

Bland Shire covers more than 8,500 square kilometres and is home to the towns and villages of West Wyalong, Wyalong, Barmedman, Tallimba, Ungarie, Weethalle, Kikoira, Naradhan and Mirrool. Each has its own character, history and strong sense of community.

Here, you can enjoy the best of country living, with open spaces, beautiful landscapes, sporting facilities, parks, community events and plenty of opportunities to get involved. There’s something for everyone, from children and young people to families, retirees and those looking to build a business or career.

Our location also makes it easy to stay connected, with Wagga Wagga, Griffith, Forbes, Parkes and Cowra all within easy reach. At the same time, you can enjoy the relaxed pace, affordability and friendly atmosphere of a country community.

Bland Shire has a diverse economy with employment and business opportunities across agriculture, mining, local government, education, health, retail and a wide range of local businesses.

Our rich history can be seen throughout the Shire, particularly in the historic architecture and stories of West Wyalong and our surrounding towns and villages.

But while we’re proud of our history, facilities and services, our greatest asset is our people. New residents are welcomed, valued and encouraged to become part of our community.

So, take the time to explore, meet your neighbours, support local businesses, join a club or community group and discover everything Bland Shire has to offer.

Welcome to our community. We’re glad you’re here!