Cabramurra is the highest town on the Australian continent, situated in the western Snowy Mountains of the Great Dividing Range, in the state of New South Wales. The name Cabramurra means crooked hand and was established in 1954. It is a company town as it is the residence for the workers employed in the nearby Tumut two hydro-electric power station and electrical switching yards, and the Tumut Pondage dam.
The climate is cold throughout the year.
Cabramurra is a small and a very beautiful town located at the highest point in Australia amidst the snow covered mountains. The town can be easily covered on foot. Walking is the best way to explore the beauty endowed by nature on the town. You can even take cycles on hire and travel around.
The nearest areas for shopping are Adaminaby, New South Wales and Tumut which are very closey situated to Cabramurra. You can shop there for local handicrafts and souvenirs.