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Colac Colac

VIC 3707 • Victoria

61
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
31.38 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralMountainRemoteBushland

About Colac Colac

Colac Colac is a small rural locality in north-east Victoria, situated approximately 420 kilometres north-east of Melbourne in the Snowy River region near Corryong. The locality covers around 31 square kilometres and recorded a population of approximately 61 residents at the 2021 Census. It lies in the Upper Murray valley close to the NSW border, featuring open grazing land and mountain country typical of the Victorian high country.

Corryong, approximately 15 kilometres to the north, is the main service centre for the Upper Murray district, providing a hospital, school, and general facilities, and is celebrated as the setting for the Man from Snowy River legend. The surrounding landscapes include the upper Murray River, gorges, and the Snowy Mountains foothills, making it popular for fishing, four-wheel driving, and high country touring. A car is essential as no public transport serves the area.

Colac Colac falls under postcode 3707 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Gippsland East (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3707
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Eden-Monaro
State Electorate
Gippsland East (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.59°, 148.04°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
31.38 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular local bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
420 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Albury-Wodonga for rail connections
By Car (Peak)
5–6 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
5 hours

🛣️ Murray Valley Highway provides road access; winding mountain roads in parts

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No walkable services; all errands require a drive to Corryong.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
61
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
N/A
Personal Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Colac Colac known for? +

Colac Colac is a remote high country locality near Corryong in Victoria's Upper Murray, known for its mountain scenery, upper Murray River valley, and proximity to Man from Snowy River heritage country.

How far is Colac Colac from Melbourne CBD? +

Colac Colac is approximately 420 kilometres north-east of Melbourne CBD, around 5 to 6 hours by road via the Murray Valley Highway.

Does Colac Colac have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Colac Colac. Corryong (about 15 km north) is the nearest service centre, and Albury-Wodonga (about 115 km west) has the nearest rail connections.

What is the population of Colac Colac? +

According to the 2021 Census, Colac Colac has a population of approximately 61 residents, a small and remote high country community.

Is Colac Colac a good place to live? +

Colac Colac suits those who embrace the Victorian high country lifestyle — fishing, four-wheel driving, and spectacular mountain scenery — with Corryong providing essential local services.

What is the postcode for Colac Colac? +

The postcode for Colac Colac, VIC is 3707.