Moama is a town in the Riverina district of
southern New South Wales, Australia, in the
Murray River Council local government area.
Moama is directly across the Murray River from the
larger town of Echuca in the neighbouring state of
Victoria, to which it is connected by a bridge. At the
2011 census, Moama had a population of 5,559.
The town has recently undergone a massive
resurgence in people moving from Melbourne
seeking a "tree change". The Murray Shire Council
has approved new developments in retail, sporting
and residential sub divisions. Located just outside
Moama is the "Heartland" Speedway.
The twin towns of Echuca-Moama, is Australia's
paddle steamer capital. Steeped in heritage, the
twin towns are home to the world's largest fleet of
operating riverboats as well as fine-dining
restaurants and an array of water sports.