Tweed Heads 9641-4S Topographic Map 1:25,000

Detailed NSW Far North Coast Topographic Mapping | Tweed Heads, Tweed River, Terranora Creek, Cobaki Broadwater, Point Danger & Queensland Border | Paper, Waterproof Tyvek® & Laminated

🏞️ Explore the Coastal Rivers and Border Landscapes of Tweed Heads

Discover the winding estuaries, coastal headlands, wetlands and vibrant border communities of Australia's eastern coastline with the Tweed Heads 9641-4S Topographic Map, sourced from the official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Series.

Covering Tweed Heads and its surrounding coastal and estuarine landscapes, this detailed map provides valuable geographical information for surveyors, engineers, urban planners, environmental scientists, coastal managers, emergency services and outdoor explorers.

The Tweed Heads district occupies a distinctive position at the northernmost end of coastal New South Wales, where the Tweed River enters the Pacific Ocean immediately beside the Queensland border.

Together with neighbouring Coolangatta, Tweed Heads forms a continuous urban landscape stretching across the state boundary.

The map provides geographical coverage of Tweed Heads, Tweed Heads South, Tweed Heads West, the Tweed River estuary, Terranora Creek and Cobaki Broadwater, together with adjoining coastal and border landscapes.

The Tweed River is the defining natural feature of the district. Rising in the ranges of northeastern New South Wales, it flows through the fertile Tweed Valley before reaching the coast at Tweed Heads.

Near its mouth, the river becomes a broad tidal waterway characterised by channels, sandbanks, mangroves, wetlands and extensive urban development.

The river entrance is protected by training walls, reflecting the importance of navigation, coastal engineering and sediment movement along this exposed stretch of coastline.

North of the entrance, Point Danger occupies a prominent coastal headland overlooking the Pacific Ocean. The surrounding area includes Duranbah Beach, Greenmount and Rainbow Bay, with spectacular views towards the beaches of the southern Gold Coast.

West of central Tweed Heads, Terranora Creek connects the Tweed River with the broad estuarine waters of Terranora Broadwater.

Nearby Cobaki Broadwater forms another important coastal wetland landscape, with sheltered waterways, mangrove communities, intertidal flats and low-lying coastal land.

These interconnected waterways are particularly significant for understanding tidal circulation, floodplain development and the environmental management of the lower Tweed catchment.

The district includes the Tweed Estuary Nature Reserve, which protects important sections of the estuary's remaining natural vegetation.

The reserve supports coastal wetland habitats and provides refuge for native birds and other wildlife in an increasingly urbanised environment.

Nearby Ukerebagh Nature Reserve is also culturally significant, preserving a place closely associated with Aboriginal communities and the history of the Tweed district.

The region forms part of the traditional Country of the Bundjalung people, including the Minjungbal people, whose continuing connection to the river, coast and surrounding landscape remains fundamental to its identity.

The area's transport network is another distinctive feature. The Pacific Motorway, Gold Coast Highway, Kennedy Drive and Gold Coast Airport precinct illustrate the close geographical relationship between northern NSW and southeastern Queensland.

At 1:25,000 scale (1cm = 250 metres), the map provides detailed contours, waterways, roads, buildings, vegetation and coordinate references for understanding this complex urban and coastal environment.

Whether you're investigating property, studying the Tweed estuary, assessing coastal terrain or undertaking professional fieldwork, the Tweed Heads topographic map provides an excellent geographical reference.

Professionally printed by Mapworld and available in paper, waterproof DuPont™ Tyvek® and laminated finishes.

🗺️ Map Content & Features

The Tweed Heads topographic map includes:

• Contours & Elevation – Detailed terrain information showing coastal headlands, low urban hills, estuarine floodplains, slopes, ridgelines and drainage depressions.

• Rivers & Waterways – Tweed River, Terranora Creek, Cobaki Broadwater, tidal channels, coastal wetlands and associated drainage systems.

• Roads & Tracks – Pacific Motorway, Gold Coast Highway, Kennedy Drive, urban streets, parkland access routes and recorded walking tracks.

• Buildings & Infrastructure – Selected residential and commercial buildings, bridges, airport infrastructure, boat ramps, roads, coastal structures and geographical reference points.

• Vegetation & Landforms – Mangrove wetlands, intertidal flats, coastal dunes, sandy beaches, remnant woodland and urban parklands.

• Place Names & Landmarks – Tweed Heads, Point Danger, Tweed River, Cobaki Broadwater, Terranora Creek and named coastal and urban features.

• Grid References – Coordinates and geographical reference information for map-and-compass navigation, GPS interpretation, surveying and professional fieldwork.

🧭 Format & Material Options

To suit a range of field and display needs, this map is available in multiple durable and practical formats:

🧾 Standard Paper (Folded or Flat)

• Traditional option for lightweight use, archival storage, and indoor reference

• Suitable for framing, classrooms, or desktop use

💧 Waterproof / Tearproof Tyvek®

• Made from 100% polyethylene fibres, Tyvek® has the appearance of paper but is water-resistant, tear-resistant, and flexible

• Ideal for backpackers, bushwalkers, rangers, and search and rescue teams

• Can be folded or rolled repeatedly without damage

• Withstands snow, rain, mud, and UV exposure

🛡️ Laminated (Encapsulated)

• Fully sealed between two sheets of 80-micron gloss laminate

• Dry-erase compatible: Write temporary notes with a whiteboard marker and wipe clean

• Use Mark-It-Dots to highlight key coordinates, routes, or activity zones

• Excellent for field planning, vehicle dashboards, workshops, classrooms, and incident control centres

📐 Map Specifications

🎯 Ideal For

• Surveyors & Civil Engineers – Detailed terrain information for preliminary site investigations, drainage assessments, road planning and infrastructure studies.

• Urban Planners & Property Professionals – Geographical reference for development planning, urban growth, transport corridors and the relationship between built infrastructure and natural landforms.

• Environmental Scientists & Ecologists – Mapping for Tweed River estuary assessments, mangrove monitoring, wetland studies and coastal habitat research.

• Coastal & Catchment Managers – Geographical information for examining tidal waterways, floodplains, sediment movement and estuarine environments.

• Emergency Services & Disaster Planners – Detailed mapping for river flooding, coastal storms, urban incidents, evacuation planning and emergency response.

• Boating & Fishing Enthusiasts – Land-based geographical reference for river access, surrounding terrain and coastal features; use current nautical charts for navigation on the water.

• Geography Students & Educators – Explore the relationship between estuaries, coastal erosion, urban development, wetlands and the NSW–Queensland state boundary.

• Local Historians & Researchers – Examine how river transport, tourism, border development and coastal settlement have shaped the Tweed Heads district.

📍 Official NSW Mapping Source

This map forms part of the NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Series, providing authoritative geographical information about natural and built features across New South Wales.

The series includes elevation contours, waterways, roads, tracks, vegetation, buildings, geographical features, place names and coordinate references.

View the Official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Viewer

For local planning, flood management, road conditions and development information, consult Tweed Shire Council.

For official information about the estuary's environmental characteristics, consult Tweed River – NSW Environment and Heritage.

For conservation information, consult Tweed Estuary Nature Reserve – NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service.

For current flood warnings and emergency advice, consult the NSW State Emergency Service.

The Tweed Heads district contains tidal waterways, low-lying floodplains, coastal wetlands, busy urban roads and exposed ocean beaches. Heavy rainfall, storm surge and high tides can cause flooding in areas adjoining the Tweed River, Terranora Creek and Cobaki Broadwater. Strong currents, shifting sandbanks, coastal erosion and dangerous surf can create additional hazards. Roadworks and urban development may alter infrastructure after the map's publication. Always check current weather, tide forecasts, flood warnings, road conditions and access restrictions before undertaking fieldwork. This topographic map is not a substitute for official nautical charts, cadastral surveys, statutory planning maps or detailed flood studies.

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For practical advice on interpreting contour lines, recognising drainage systems, understanding grid references and navigating Australian landscapes, explore our guide to How to Read a Topographic Map in Australia.

For geographical coverage immediately south of Tweed Heads, the adjoining Cudgen 9641-3N Topographic Map provides a useful companion sheet covering the southern Tweed Coast and Kingscliff district.

For additional coverage west of Tweed Heads, the adjoining Bilambil 9541-1S Topographic Map provides further geographical reference for the rural and estuarine hinterland.

For coverage farther north across the Queensland border, consult the appropriate Queensland mapping series.

Use the Official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Viewer to identify further neighbouring NSW topographic sheets.

Professionally printed by Mapworld, the Tweed Heads 9641-4S Topographic Map combines authoritative NSW Spatial Services mapping with premium material options, making it an excellent resource for urban planning, coastal management, surveying, environmental research, floodplain assessment, infrastructure studies, geographical education and professional fieldwork.