Wilcannia is a historic port on the Darling River. Wilcannia is located 965 km northwest of Sydney via the Great Western, Mitchell and Barrier Highways. In spite of the distance from the sea, it is only 78 m above sea-level. Situated on marginal land it experiences an average rainfall of 252 mm per annum. On Reid Street lies the1880 post office and its attached residence which continues to serve the local community. Many of Wilcannia town buildings were built in the late 1800’s and are mostly of sandstone.