Byattaba

Byattaba is a locality and a suburb within the Cessnock Local Government Area in the Hunter Region of New South Wales, Australia. It is situated approximately 130 kilometers north of Sydney and is part of the Hunter Valley. The area is known for its rural character, with a mix of residential properties, small farms, and natural bushland. Byattaba is primarily a residential area, with residents often commuting to nearby Cessnock, Maitland, or Newcastle for work and services. While historically associated with agriculture and coal mining common in the Hunter Valley, the area is now largely focused on residential living and the surrounding viticulture and tourism industries.