Browse mixed in Drake

Overview

Nestled on the Bruxner Highway, Drake lies about 44 km east of Tenterfield and roughly 800 km north of Sydney, offering a tranquil rural lifestyle within the New England region. With a modest population of 345 people recorded in the 2016 Census, the community blends a heritage of gold, copper and antimony mining with today’s agricultural, timber and tourism pursuits; residents and visitors enjoy hiking, fishing and fossicking among the surrounding countryside.