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Welcome to Deniliquin, NSW

The town lies in the heart of agricultural land close to the state border with Victoria. It has a population of 7,500 people, and is called Deni by locals.

History

The town’s history dates back to aboriginal inhabitants before the Europeans arrived in the mid-1800s. It was settled on major stock routes linking QLD, NSW and VIC, and became an important area for sheep farming.

A number of irrigation trials took place in and around the town in the 1930s, which led to the growth of the rice industry. During World War II Deniliquin had a large military presence of squadrons returning from service in Japan.

Lifestyle and Entertainment

Today the town still has thriving wool, rice and timber industries. It also has a number of schools, shops and sporting opportunities.

A number of well-known Australians come from the Deniliquin area including Prime Minister Malcolm Fraser.