Muswellbrook Shire Council

The Hunter River and its broad valley define much of Muswellbrook Shire Council – fertile flats support grazing and farming, while coal mining remains a major part of the local economy. Centred on Muswellbrook in New South Wales’s Upper Hunter, the shire lies on Wonnarua Country, where river country gives way to wooded hills. The town’s rail connection reflects the valley’s enduring role as a transport corridor for agricultural and mining industries. Nearby Denman is associated with the Upper Hunter wine district, while thoroughbred horse breeding is another established part of the region’s rural identity. Discover other points of interest through webcams located across Muswellbrook Shire Council.

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