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Cullulleraine

VIC 3496 • Victoria

81
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
160.38 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRiversideRemoteQuiet
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About Cullulleraine

Cullulleraine is a small rural locality in the Sunraysia district of northwestern Victoria, approximately 56 kilometres west of Mildura within the Mildura Rural City Council area. With a population of just 81 residents across a sprawling 160 square kilometres, it is a quiet, sparsely settled community centred around Lake Cullulleraine — a 184-hectare freshwater lake originally pumped from the Murray River to supply a post-war irrigation settlement. The postcode median taxable income of $50,317 reflects the modest, agriculture-based economy of the surrounding Millewa grain-farming district.

Lake Cullulleraine is the locality's centrepiece, offering swimming, fishing for Murray Cod and Golden Perch, canoeing, and a 10.4-kilometre walking trail around the foreshore. Lakeside caravan parks and holiday accommodation make it a popular weekend escape from Mildura. Nearby Lock 9 on the Murray River is accessible via the Old Mail Route, and Hattah-Kulkyne National Park lies roughly 30 kilometres to the south with mallee bushland walks and birdwatching. The surrounding Millewa district has been prime dryland wheat country since the 1920s soldier-settlement schemes.

Cullulleraine falls under postcode 3496 and is governed by the Mildura Rural City Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Mallee, while state elections fall under the Mildura (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3496
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Mildura Rural City
Federal Electorate
Mallee
State Electorate
Mildura (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.28°, 141.59°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
160.38 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3496

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3496, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$39,344
Median 2023–24
$50,317
▲ 27.9% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$56,548

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3496; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus services — N/A N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
540 km
By Train
No direct train service; nearest rail options are in other regions
By Car (Peak)
6-7 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
5.5-6 hours

🛣️ Mildura (50 km east) is the nearest regional city. Access via Sturt Highway and Calder Highway

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No shops or services within the locality; all errands require a drive to Mildura or nearby towns

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
81
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cullulleraine known for? +

Cullulleraine is best known for Lake Cullulleraine, a 184-hectare freshwater lake offering swimming, fishing for Murray Cod and Golden Perch, canoeing, and a 10.4 km walking trail. Lakeside caravan parks and nearby Lock 9 on the Murray River make it a popular recreational destination in the Sunraysia district.

How far is Cullulleraine from Mildura? +

Cullulleraine is approximately 50 kilometres west of Mildura, the nearest regional city. The drive takes around 35 to 45 minutes via the Sturt Highway.

Does Cullulleraine have public transport? +

Cullulleraine has no public transport services. There is no passenger rail service, and bus connections are not available. Residents rely entirely on private vehicles, with Mildura the nearest centre for services.

What is the population of Cullulleraine? +

According to the 2021 Census, Cullulleraine has a population of 81 residents spread across approximately 160 square kilometres, making it a very sparsely settled locality.

Is Cullulleraine a good place to live? +

Cullulleraine suits those seeking a quiet, remote riverside lifestyle along the Murray River. It appeals to retirees, hobby farmers, and nature enthusiasts, though all services and shopping require a trip to Mildura.

What is the postcode for Cullulleraine? +

The postcode for Cullulleraine, Victoria is 3496.