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SAFE streets, a village community and close proximity to Tamworth make Kootingal ideal for prospective buyers, according to real estate agent Robert Flemming.
Born and raised in this tight-knit community of about 1600 people, Mr Flemming says Kootingal “punches above its weight”.
“There’s been a lot of growth in Kootingal in the past few years,” he said.
The housing sub division at Denman Avenue is the latest, with an expected surge in the village’s population.
“We’ve had 17 sub divisions in 30 years, it’s certainly a dynamic place,” Mr Flemming said.
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Born and raised in Kootingal, Mr Flemming said starting the real estate agency was a natural progression in his career.
“I come from a family of builders and know the area like the back of my hand,” he said.
Kootingal is also home to some smart businesses, such as Quast Turkey Farm at Tintinhull Road.
The farm employs 10 people and has an annual turnover of about 60,000 turkeys.
“We’re pretty unique because the birds are bred, hatched and marketed on the farm and we also grow our own grain for feed,” owner Col Quast said.
He bought the farm a year ago from his father, Col snr and is marking a successful year.
Part of that success is the paddock raised turkey, where turkeys roam outdoors during the day and, for their own welfare, return inside at night.
The pubs and hotels add to the village atmosphere and aim to attract families.
“Kooti Bowlo” president John Betts said the popular club, in Limbri Road, had plans to install a children's playground on site.
“We want to make it a real family environment,” Mr Betts said.
The club has about 11,000 members and is renowned for its Chinese restaurant, open from Wednesday to Sunday.
Kootingal Hotel, in Gate Street, is another venue for good meals.
Built in the 1950s, this country pub has a beer garden, playground and two dining areas able to cater for functions such as birthdays, fundraisers and weddings.
“The Kootingal Hotel offers old-fashioned clean and affordable hotel accommodation, with newly refurbished single, double and family rooms at competitive rates,” owner Andrew Yeo said.
He took over at the hotel about 10 years ago and is particularly proud of the beer garden which offers a “relaxed, friendly environment to enjoy a great beer”.
“We are more than just your local hotel,” Mr Yeo said.
Kootingal was so named by the Kamilaroi people after being originally settled as an Aboriginal mission.
It is also serviced by the Sydney to Armidale railway line.