Map of Riverina – Wagga Wagga, Griffith & Southern NSW Guide

Map of Riverina – Wagga Wagga, Griffith & Southern NSW Guide

This map of the Riverina provides an overview of one of New South Wales' most important agricultural regions, including major towns, rivers, highways, national parks and key attractions. It is designed for general reference, travel planning and understanding how the Riverina is laid out.

Located in southern New South Wales, the Riverina is known for agriculture, vineyards, irrigation areas, regional cities, river systems and broad rural landscapes. The region plays a major role in Australia's food production and regional economy.

Quick Answer:

The Riverina is located in southern New South Wales. Major centres include Wagga Wagga, Griffith, Leeton, Narrandera, Hay and Deniliquin. The region is closely associated with the Murrumbidgee River and extensive agricultural districts.

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Tip: Riverina maps are useful for understanding the relationship between major towns, irrigation areas, highways and river systems.

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This Riverina map highlights regional cities, agricultural districts, river systems, highways and major visitor attractions.


Where Is the Riverina Located?

The Riverina is located in southern New South Wales, extending across a large area of inland agricultural land between the Great Dividing Range and the Murray River region.

  • North: Central West NSW and inland regions
  • South: Murray River and Victoria border
  • East: Snowy Mountains and higher country
  • West: Hay Plains and western NSW

Main Towns and Destinations of the Riverina

  • Wagga Wagga — largest city in the Riverina
  • Griffith — major agricultural and wine centre
  • Leeton — irrigation and farming hub
  • Narrandera — historic regional town
  • Hay — gateway to western Riverina
  • Deniliquin — Murray River district centre
  • Temora — aviation and farming community
  • Junee — railway heritage town
  • Lockhart — rural Riverina township
  • Tumut — eastern Riverina gateway

Major Areas of the Riverina Explained

  • Eastern Riverina — Wagga Wagga, Tumut and hill country
  • Central Riverina — Narrandera, Leeton and irrigation districts
  • Western Riverina — Griffith, Hay and broadacre farming areas
  • Murray District — Deniliquin and border communities
  • Murrumbidgee Corridor — settlements along the river system

Key Geographic Features

  • Murrumbidgee River — major river of the Riverina
  • Hay Plains — expansive flat agricultural landscape
  • Murray River region — southern boundary area
  • Irrigation networks — support farming and food production
  • Agricultural districts — vineyards, orchards and cropping land
  • River red gum environments — important ecological feature

Riverina Transport and Road Map Overview

A map of the Riverina is useful for understanding how major towns and farming districts connect across southern New South Wales.

  • Sturt Highway — major east-west transport route
  • Newell Highway — important north-south corridor
  • Olympic Highway — links regional centres
  • Regional rail corridors — connect major towns
  • Agricultural transport routes — support farming industries

Why People Search for a Map of the Riverina

  • To locate major Riverina towns
  • To understand regional NSW geography
  • To plan road trips through southern NSW
  • To explore wine and food-producing districts
  • To understand river and irrigation networks

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Riverina Map FAQs

  • Where is the Riverina located?
    The Riverina is located in southern New South Wales between inland NSW and the Victorian border region.
  • What is the Riverina known for?
    The Riverina is known for agriculture, irrigation, wine production, regional cities and food production.
  • What is the largest city in the Riverina?
    Wagga Wagga is generally considered the largest city in the Riverina.
  • Which river is most closely associated with the Riverina?
    The Murrumbidgee River is one of the defining river systems of the region.

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Disclaimer: This page is provided for general informational purposes only. Maps are reference views and may not be complete, current, to scale or suitable for navigation, surveying, emergency use or official determinations. Boundaries, road conditions, river levels, transport services and visitor information may change over time. Always verify current information before travel.