Dumaresq, 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 Dumaresq, in the Armidale Regional Council local government area.
| Locality | Dumaresq |
| State | New South Wales (NSW) |
| Local Government Area | Armidale Regional Council |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT) |
| Remoteness | Outer Regional Australia |
| Latitude | -30.43315 |
| Longitude | 151.52268 |
| Population | 79 |
| Density | 0.6 /km² |
| Area | 127.3 km² |
| Elevation | 1086 m |
| Postcode | 2350 |
| Area Code | 02 |
| Distance to Sydney | 383 km north |
Dumaresq is a locality in the Armidale Regional Council local government area of New South Wales, Australia. It is a small community with a population of 79. The locality covers an area of 127.3 km², giving a population density of about 0.6 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 1086 m above sea level. It lies approximately 383 km north of Sydney. Dumaresq is located at 30.4332°S, 151.5227°E. It observes Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT). Postcode: 2350. The Australian Bureau of Statistics classifies the area as Outer Regional Australia.
Dumaresq rests on a broad, fertile plain, where the sky seems to stretch an infinite distance, a canvas of pale blue often brushed with the softest of clouds. It lies 16.2 km west-north-west of Armidale, NSW (from Armidale, NSW: bearing 298°T), and is situated 8.6 km north of Invergowrie. The land here is a rich tapestry of ochre earth, supporting stands of hardy eucalypts whose silvery leaves whisper in the breeze, and the occasional weathered fence line that speaks of generations of stewardship. The air itself carries a dry, clean scent, tinged with the faintest hint of distant woodsmoke, and at dusk, the light deepens to a honeyed gold, bathing the landscape in a tranquil glow. The terrain gently slopes towards the meandering Dumaresq River, its banks often fringed with willows, offering a welcome contrast to the more open country.
This is a place whose character has been shaped by the enduring spirit of agriculture, particularly sheep grazing, a legacy evident in the widespread woolsheds and paddocks that define its economy. Dumaresq's history is intertwined with the development of the surrounding pastoral lands, a story of resilience and adaptation to the Australian climate. The local economy, while rooted in the land, also benefits from its position as a quiet hub for neighbouring farming communities, providing essential services. The nearby Dumaresq River itself has been a vital artery for centuries, supporting life and trade, and its presence continues to imbue the locality with a sense of continuity.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Dumaresq, 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 Dumaresq, in the Armidale Regional Council local government area.
Detailed location data for Dumaresq includes the postcode (2350), telephone area code (02), and local government area (Armidale Regional 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 Dumaresq 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. |