Welcome to Deepwater
NSW AUSTRALIA
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414 - Feb 2026 | Valentine's Day - History, and around the world
Next Progress meeting (AGM): Wed 8th Apr 2026, 5:30 pm
Deepwater is a small town on the New England Highway, 40 km north of Glen Innes in the New England / Northern Tablelands regions of New South Wales. Located on the northern bank of the Deepwater River, the town has a population of around 350.
There is more than meets the eye in our small community! This directory aims to list "everything in Deepwater", with links to relevant web sites and social media. Take a look below to see what Deepwater has to offer.
Acknowledgement of country
Deepwater is located on the traditional lands of the Ngoorabul people. We acknowledge their connections to this land and community, and pay our respects to their elders past and present.
Did you know...? The Ngoorabul name for Deepwater is Talgambuun, meaning "dry country with many dead trees".
Accommodation
Where to stay in Deepwater
- Bank B&B - Formerly an old bank, this bed and breakfast has loads of character.
- The Top Pub (Commercial Hotel) - Motel rooms with ensuites, plus backpacker-style bunk bed accommodation in "The White House". Free camping area.
- Longhorn Bar & Grill (Deepwater Inn) - Hotel rooms. Free camping area.
And just out of town...
- Deepwater Station farm stay
- Kookaburra Camping and Caravan Park - Now including the luxury "Kookaburra Eco Cottage"
- Oakhurst Cottage farm stay
Arts and crafts
Get creative in Deepwater
- Deepwater Art & Pottery Group
- Deepwater Art Show - 2023 saw the return of the biennial Deepwater Art Show.
- Deepwater Players - Amateur theatre group.
- Deepwater Sewing & Quilting Group - Meets weekly at the School of Arts hall.
Churches
Churches and religious services
- Anglican Church - Fortnightly service, Sunday 9:00 am.
- Catholic Church - Weekly service, Sunday 10:00 am.
- Church in the Shed - Weekly service, Sunday 10:00 am at the School of Arts hall.
Community groups
Volunteer groups and organisations
- Deepwater Fishing Club
- Deepwater Progress Association
- Red Cross
- Rural Fire Service - Deepwater unit.
- SES - Deepwater unit of the State Emergency Service.
General
Amenities in Deepwater
- Apex park - With playground, electric barbecues, and toilets (including wheelchair-accessible toilets).
- CWA hall - Available for hire.
- Library - Deepwater branch of the Glen Innes library. Open Wednesdays, 10:00-12:00 and 1:30-4:00.
- Post office - Open 9:00-1:00 and 2:00-4:00, Monday-Friday.
- Pre-school - Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:00-3:00 during school term, at the CWA hall. (See Glen Innes Preschool for information: Facebook | Web site)
- Primary School - Established 1894 and still going strong!
- Rubbish tip - Hours: Thurs 10:00-2:00, Sat 1:00-3:00, Sun 10:00-12:00. Last entry 10 minutes before closing time.
- School of Arts hall - Community hall and arts venue.
Home businesses [NEW]
- Your home-based business here!
Have a business in the Deepwater area that you run from home, and that supplies to local customers? Get in touch and we will list you here for free!
Industry
- StarLogixs Electronics - Commercial and industrial electronics and engineering.
- Trethewy Industries / AutoBaler - Manufacturers of agricultural and commercial machinery.
- Pursehouse Rural - Rural supplies.
Retail
Food, beverage and shopping
- Antiques and collectibles at Echo's Antiques.
- Bakery - One of the most popular in the area!
- Commercial Hotel (The Top Pub) - Serves lunch and dinner 7 days.
- Deepwater Brewing - Also serves gourmet pizzas Friday night and Saturday lunch (takeaway available).
- Deepwater Diner - Open for breakfast and lunch, Wednesday to Sunday. (Formerly Suzie's Diner)
- Foodworks supermarket
- Fresh fruit and veg stall - Outside the bakery, Wednesday to Friday, 7:00 am to 12:00 pm.
- Longhorn Bar & Grill (Deepwater Inn)
- The Makers Shed - Gallery, and home of Richard Moon Silverware and High Country Books.
- Pharmacy - Open 8:30 am to 12:30 pm, Monday-Friday, and alternate Saturdays. Phone (02)67345435
- Roadhouse - Open daily for fuel and hot food.
Sporting facilities
Get active in Deepwater
- Golf course - 18 tee, 9 hole course featuring mature tree-lined fairways.
- Race course - Home of the famous Deepwater Races!
- Sports oval - Includes fenced playground. Amenities block available for events.
- Tennis courts - Four courts all with sand-filled synthetic grass surface and LED lighting. Competitions throughout the year, and social tennis every Sunday from 3:30 pm (just turn up!) Courts available to hire - contact FoodWorks.
Things to see and do
Other activities and attractions in Deepwater
- Deepwater River - Fishing, camping, kayaking, platypus spotting.
- Eclipse Theatre - An architectural gem! One of the most recognisable and photographed facades on the New England Highway. (Not open to the public.)
- Geocaching - For those in the know, there are geocaches in the Deepwater area. Happy hunting, and don't let the muggles catch you!
- Historic railway station - Part of the Main North railway line (now closed between Armidale and Wallangarra).
What's on in Deepwater
As well as keeping an eye on individual social media accounts, you can follow the Deepwater Progress Association Facebook page. They do a great job of promoting local events and other Deepwater news.