Moama, New South Wales — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live local weather conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Moama, in the Murray River Council local government area.
| Locality | Moama |
| State | New South Wales (NSW) |
| Local Government Area | Murray River Council |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT) |
| Remoteness | Inner Regional Australia |
| Latitude | -36.00506 |
| Longitude | 144.75056 |
| Population | 6,164 |
| Density | 10.6 /km² |
| Area | 583.1 km² |
| Elevation | 98 m |
| Postcode | 2731 |
| Area Code | 02 |
| Distance to Sydney | 635 km west-southwest |
Moama is a locality in the Murray River Council local government area of New South Wales, Australia. It has a population of approximately 6,164. The locality covers an area of 583.1 km², giving a population density of about 10.6 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 98 m above sea level. It lies approximately 635 km west-southwest of Sydney. Moama is located at 36.0051°S, 144.7506°E. It observes Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT). Postcode: 2731. The Australian Bureau of Statistics classifies the area as Inner Regional Australia.
Moama rests on the southern bank of the Murray River, a broad, slow-moving artery that defines the very character of this riverside settlement. It lies 71.5 km north-west of Shepparton, VIC (from Shepparton, VIC: bearing 305°T), and is situated 16.7 km north of Echuca. The land here is flat, stretching out in wide plains punctuated by stands of river red gums, their bark a mosaic of grey and white, their branches reaching like ancient arms towards the pale, immense sky. The air often carries the scent of eucalyptus and damp earth, a subtle perfume that clings to everything, especially after a summer rain. The river itself is the dominant feature, its muddy waters reflecting the shifting colours of the sky, from the pale, washed-out blues of midday to the fiery oranges and bruised purples of sunset. The banks are often fringed with reeds, a whispering green border that hides the secret lives of waterbirds.
The story of Moama is inextricably linked to the Murray River, a vital highway for paddle steamers in a bygone era. This history is etched into the town's foundations, a reminder of its past as a bustling river port. Today, the local economy thrives on a blend of agriculture, particularly horticulture and viticulture, supported by the rich alluvial soil, and a steady stream of tourists drawn to the river's natural beauty and recreational opportunities. The iconic Echuca-Moama bridge, a substantial iron structure, stands as a testament to the ingenuity of its builders and serves as a constant reminder of the interconnectedness of these two neighbouring towns. The quiet hum of sprinklers in the orchards and the gentle lapping of water against the riverbank are the prevailing sounds of everyday life in Moama, a place where the river's pace seems to dictate the rhythm of existence.
Loading news…
Loading news-world…
Loading news-world…
This page provides an interactive Google map of Moama, New South Wales with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorially written description provides background on Moama, in the Murray River Council local government area.
Detailed location data for Moama includes the postcode (2731), telephone area code (02), and local government area (Murray River Council), with an ABS remoteness classification of Inner Regional Australia. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Australian city, town or locality.
Location data is drawn from Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020) and enriched with GeoNames and Australian Bureau of Statistics data, matched by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Moama is identified even where the name is shared across multiple localities.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020); enriched with GeoNames and ABS 2021 Census data, matched by coordinate proximity |
| Description | Editorial description generated with AI assistance from verified Geoscape, ABS and GeoNames location data. |