The town of Boomi was established at its present location in 1897, having been moved from Kunopia on the banks of the Boomi River. The rationale for Kunopia's establishment was a crossing point on the river, but it quickly became a small service centre.

The town of Boomi is located near the border of the NSW & Queensland, one hour NW of Moree via bitumen road. Whilst in Boomi, enjoy a pleasant stopover at the quiet and well shaded Artesian Baths in Boomi.

Through community spirit and hard work a Co-op was establishedin 2008. it is community owned and operated. Basic groceries such as fresh fruit and vegetables, meat, milk and bread can be purchased from the Co-op. It also provides take away and has a diesel fuel outlet.

Though decentralisation casued the town growth to stagnate, Boomi continues to provide primary education and is the centre of what is widely agreed to be a strong, active and unusually homogenous community which has a reputation for getting things done.