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| Locality | Koonyum Range |
| State | New South Wales (NSW) |
| Local Government Area | Byron Shire Council |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT) |
| Remoteness | Inner Regional Australia |
| Latitude | -28.54172 |
| Longitude | 153.41108 |
| Area | 7.8 km² |
| Postcode | 2482 |
| Area Code | 02 |
| Distance to Sydney | 628 km north-northeast |
Koonyum Range is a locality in the Byron Shire Council local government area of New South Wales, Australia. The locality covers an area of 7.8 km². It lies approximately 628 km north-northeast of Sydney. Koonyum Range is located at 28.5417°S, 153.4111°E. It observes Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT). Postcode: 2482. The Australian Bureau of Statistics classifies the area as Inner Regional Australia.
Koonyum Range unfolds as a verdant tapestry of rolling hills and steep escarpments, a place where the air itself seems to hold the scent of damp earth and eucalyptus. It lies 52.4 km south of Robina, QLD (from Robina, QLD: bearing 178°T), and is situated 13.0 km west-south-west of Ocean Shores. Dense rainforest, a vibrant, breathing entity, clings to the slopes, its canopy a rich mosaic of emerald and jade that filters the sunlight into dappled patterns on the forest floor. Crystal-clear creeks, born from unseen springs higher up, tumble and murmur their way through fern-choked gullies, their waters cool and inviting. The occasional clearing reveals pastures of lush green, dotted with grazing cattle, a stark yet harmonious contrast to the wilder beauty of the surrounding bush. At dusk, the sky above Koonyum Range ignites in hues of orange and purple, a fleeting spectacle that paints the landscape in dramatic light.
This region, long a haven for those seeking a quieter existence, has a history interwoven with the land's bounty. Early settlers, drawn by the fertile soil and abundant timber, carved out a life here, their efforts reflected in the enduring spirit of resilience that still characterises Koonyum Range. While agriculture, particularly cattle grazing and small-scale horticulture, remains a cornerstone of the local economy, a growing appreciation for sustainable living and artisanal produce has seen a quiet resurgence. The distinctive character of Koonyum Range is not marked by grand monuments, but by the subtle rhythms of everyday life – the friendly wave from a passing car, the vibrant colours of a local market stall, and the enduring connection between its inhabitants and the wild, beautiful country they call home.
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This page provides a street and satellite map of Koonyum Range, New South Wales. 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 Koonyum Range, in the Byron Shire Council local government area.
Detailed location data for Koonyum Range includes the postcode (2482), telephone area code (02), and local government area (Byron Shire 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 Koonyum Range is identified even where the name is shared across multiple localities.
| Page generated | July 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. |