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Urbenville is a town in northern New South Wales, Australia. The town is located in the Tenterfield Shire Council Local Government Area, 822 kilometres (511 mi) north of the state capital, Sydney, and 155 kilometres (96 mi) south west of Brisbane. At the 2006 census, Urbenville had a population of 245.[1]
The bank in the small town is heritage listed. Land surrounding the area is being planted with trees to be cut down for furniture. The town was established around 1860 when there was a gold rush nearby.[citation needed]
Forestry and cattle raising are the main industries in the area. Four-wheel drive enthusiasts are users of the many nearby state forests and national parks.[2]
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Coordinates: 28°28′S 152°32′E / -28.467, 152.533
