Finley

Postcode: 2713

Finley is a town in the Riverina region of New South Wales, Australia. It is the largest town in the Berrigan Shire Local Government Area and at the 2001 census had a population of 1,901.

The town is located approximately 140 kilometres west of Albury on the intersection of the Newell Highway and Riverina Highways.

Finley has one State and one Catholic Primary School. Finley High School attracts students from a wide catchment from around and including the towns of Berrigan, Tocumwal, Jerilderie and Blighty.

Finley is a pioneer railway town and has an extensive collection of rail memorabilia at the railway museum. Finley Lake, a small reservoir that stores the town's drinking water is a popular location for water activities.

The former Spanish Galleon (which inspired local band Spiderbait) was a tourist attraction, until tragically burnt down in 1999.

Australian rules football, Cricket and Netball are all very popular in the town. Notable sporting teams include the Finley Football Club who compete in the Murray Football League.

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