Wooyung, 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 Wooyung, in the Tweed Shire Council local government area.
| Locality | Wooyung |
| State | New South Wales (NSW) |
| Local Government Area | Tweed Shire Council |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT) |
| Remoteness | Inner Regional Australia |
| Latitude | -28.44985 |
| Longitude | 153.54185 |
| Population | 129 |
| Density | 5.0 /km² |
| Area | 26.0 km² |
| Elevation | 6 m |
| Postcode | 2483 |
| Area Code | 02 |
| Distance to Sydney | 642 km north-northeast |
Wooyung is a locality in the Tweed Shire Council local government area of New South Wales, Australia. It is a small community with a population of 129. The locality covers an area of 26.0 km², giving a population density of about 5.0 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 6 m above sea level. It lies approximately 642 km north-northeast of Sydney. Wooyung is located at 28.4499°S, 153.5419°E. It observes Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT). Postcode: 2483. The Australian Bureau of Statistics classifies the area as Inner Regional Australia.
Wooyung unfurls along a stretch of coastline where the emerald green of hinterland hills spills down to meet the restless blue of the Pacific. It lies 44.7 km south-south-east of Robina, QLD (from Robina, QLD: bearing 161°T), and is situated 7.1 km south-south-west of Pottsville. The air here carries the unmistakable tang of salt, a constant reminder of the ocean's proximity, and the light often possesses a pearly softness, particularly as the day begins to wane. Low-lying pastures, often damp and vibrant with recent rain, give way to pockets of coastal forest, their leaves rustling with a dry, papery sound, a subtle counterpoint to the distant murmur of the surf. The land itself feels yielding, a comfortable, well-worn landscape that invites a slower pace.
Historically, Wooyung's story is entwined with the fertile lands of the Tweed River valley and the bounty of its coastal waters. Early European settlers, drawn by the rich soil, established farms and dairies, their efforts shaping the character of the surrounding countryside. While agriculture and grazing have long been the bedrock of the local economy, the allure of the coast has increasingly drawn visitors, transforming parts of Wooyung into a popular destination for those seeking sun, sand, and a reprieve from busier centres. This gentle shift has infused the local flavour with a quiet tourism, evident in the small cafes and artisan shops that now dot the landscape, each offering a unique glimpse into the evolving identity of Wooyung.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Wooyung, 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 Wooyung, in the Tweed Shire Council local government area.
Detailed location data for Wooyung includes the postcode (2483), telephone area code (02), and local government area (Tweed 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 Wooyung 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. |