Cascade, 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 Cascade, in the Bellingen Shire Council local government area.
| Locality | Cascade |
| State | New South Wales (NSW) |
| Local Government Area | Bellingen Shire Council |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT) |
| Remoteness | Outer Regional Australia |
| Latitude | -30.23111 |
| Longitude | 152.78655 |
| Population | 5 |
| Density | 0.1 /km² |
| Area | 85.6 km² |
| Elevation | 679 m |
| Postcode | 2453 |
| Area Code | 02 |
| Distance to Sydney | 431 km north-northeast |
Cascade is a locality in the Bellingen Shire Council local government area of New South Wales, Australia. It is a small community with a population of 5. The locality covers an area of 85.6 km², giving a population density of about 0.1 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 679 m above sea level. It lies approximately 431 km north-northeast of Sydney. Cascade is located at 30.2311°S, 152.7866°E. It observes Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT). Postcode: 2453. The Australian Bureau of Statistics classifies the area as Outer Regional Australia.
Cascade rests in a fold of the coastal ranges, where the broad shoulders of the land begin their slow descent towards the Pacific. It lies 33.7 km west-north-west of Coffs Harbour, NSW (from Coffs Harbour, NSW: bearing 285°T), and is situated 13.8 km north-east of Dorrigo. Here, the air carries the damp, earthy scent of rainforest floor, mingled with the sharper, resinous perfume of eucalypts, a constant reminder of the ancient forests that press close. The landscape is a study in greens, from the deep, almost black hue of the ancient tree canopies to the vibrant, sun-kissed emerald of pastures that spill across the lower slopes. Water, the lifeblood of this place, carves its way through the terrain, sometimes a boisterous creek tumbling over moss-slicked rocks, at others a serene, reflective stream mirroring the sky. The quality of light here possesses a unique softness, particularly in the late afternoon, when the sun, diffused by a veil of moisture, casts a warm, golden glow that seems to linger on the dew-kissed ferns and the weathered bark of the figs.
The story of Cascade is as deeply rooted as the ancient fig trees that mark its edges, a narrative woven from the timber getters who first carved paths through the dense scrub and the dairy farmers who followed, coaxing sustenance from the rich, volcanic soil. For generations, the hum of milking machines and the lowing of cattle formed the soundtrack to life here, a sturdy, reliable economy built on the generous fertility of the land. While dairy remains a significant thread in Cascade's economic tapestry, newer ventures have begun to emerge, reflecting a broader shift. Small-scale growers are increasingly finding their niche, cultivating everything from exotic fruits to artisanal produce, their colourful stalls a vibrant splash at the weekly markets. The proximity to the coast, though not immediate, lends a subtle influence, a whisper of salt that occasionally drifts inland on the sea breeze, a reminder of the wider world and the potential for new beginnings that lie just beyond the verdant hills.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Cascade, 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 Cascade, in the Bellingen Shire Council local government area.
Detailed location data for Cascade includes the postcode (2453), telephone area code (02), and local government area (Bellingen Shire Council), with an ABS remoteness classification of Outer 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 Cascade 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. |