11 Facts About Deniliquin

Deniliquin, known locally as "Deni", is a town in the Riverina region of New South Wales, Australia, close to the border with Victoria.

Deniliquin is located at the intersection of the Riverina and Cobb Highway approximately 725 kilometres south west of the state capital, Sydney and 285 kilometres due north of Melbourne.

On 19 December 1868, Deniliquin was constituted as the Municipality of Deniliquin, and the first municipal election was held on 23 February 1869.

Deniliquin is a service centre for the surrounding agricultural region.

Deniliquin is home to many famous Merino studs and the saltbush plains produce quality medium class wool.

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The largest rice mill in the southern hemisphere is in Deniliquin, producing large packs and bulk rice for export markets.

Deniliquin is the headquarters of Murray Irrigation Limited, an irrigator owned private company and one of the largest privately owned irrigation supply companies in the world.

Deniliquin has a semi-arid climate with hot, dry summers and cool winters.

Deniliquin is the base for the NSW Department of Education South West Riverina regional office.

Deniliquin has had many local bands, some notable ones being the Lincolns, the Stormtroopers and the Lexies.

Solo performers who came from Deniliquin include Shane McGrath, Michael Gorham and Joel Sulman, with local artists often showcased at the Deniliquin Ute Muster.