Curlwaa, 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 Curlwaa, in the Wentworth Shire Council local government area.
| Locality | Curlwaa |
| State | New South Wales (NSW) |
| Local Government Area | Wentworth Shire Council |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT) |
| Remoteness | Outer Regional Australia |
| Latitude | -34.10559 |
| Longitude | 141.97628 |
| Population | 382 |
| Density | 11.6 /km² |
| Area | 32.9 km² |
| Elevation | 38 m |
| Postcode | 2648 |
| Area Code | 02 |
| Distance to Sydney | 851 km west |
Curlwaa is a locality in the Wentworth Shire Council local government area of New South Wales, Australia. It is a small community with a population of 382. The locality covers an area of 32.9 km², giving a population density of about 11.6 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 38 m above sea level. It lies approximately 851 km west of Sydney. Curlwaa is located at 34.1056°S, 141.9763°E. It observes Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT). Postcode: 2648. The Australian Bureau of Statistics classifies the area as Outer Regional Australia.
Curlwaa rests on the edge of the mighty Murray River, a place where the vast Australian sky seems to lean closer, painting the landscape in hues of ochre and gold. It lies 18.8 km north-west of Mildura, VIC (from Mildura, VIC: bearing 309°T), and is situated 9.0 km north-west of Merbein. The land here is a subtle tapestry of dry earth and hardy vegetation, punctuated by the silver glint of water and the dusty green of irrigated crops. A gentle breeze often carries the scent of sun-baked earth and the faint, sweet aroma of ripening fruit, a constant reminder of the river's life-giving touch. The air itself feels thick with a quiet warmth, a palpable presence that settles over the scattered homesteads and fields, encouraging a deliberate, unhurried pace.
The story of Curlwaa is deeply intertwined with the Murray, a vital artery that has sustained life and industry for generations. It was here, in the early days of settlement, that pioneers recognised the potential of the river for agriculture, establishing irrigation schemes that transformed the arid terrain into productive farmland. Today, the local economy thrives on this legacy, with orchards bursting with stone fruits and vineyards yielding quality grapes, a testament to the enduring spirit of those who first coaxed life from this sun-drenched earth. The river itself remains a focal point, a playground for water sports and a source of quiet contemplation, its steady flow mirroring the enduring character of Curlwaa.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Curlwaa, 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 Curlwaa, in the Wentworth Shire Council local government area.
Detailed location data for Curlwaa includes the postcode (2648), telephone area code (02), and local government area (Wentworth 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 Curlwaa 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. |