peria

Peria is a small town located in the state of New South Wales, Australia. Situated in the Northern Tablelands region, it lies approximately 450 kilometers north of Sydney. The town is part of the Gwydir Shire local government area. Peria is primarily an agricultural community, with the surrounding land used for sheep and cattle grazing, as well as some cropping. The town itself has basic amenities including a general store, a primary school, and a community hall. The surrounding countryside is characterized by rolling hills and fertile pastures, typical of the New England Tablelands. The climate in Peria is temperate, with warm summers and cool winters, often experiencing frost during the colder months. The nearest larger town is Warialda, which provides more extensive services and facilities for residents of Peria and the surrounding rural areas. The local economy is heavily reliant on the success of the agricultural sector, making it sensitive to weather patterns and commodity prices.