Dookie
VIC 3646 • Victoria
About Dookie
Dookie is a small rural town in the Goulburn Valley region of northern Victoria, situated in a valley between Mount Major and Mount Saddleback approximately 27 kilometres east-north-east of Shepparton. With a population of 333 at the 2021 Census, it is a tight-knit farming community surrounded by undulating countryside that contrasts with the flat irrigated farmland typical of the broader Shepparton district. The town falls within the state electorate of Shepparton and the federal electorate of Nicholls, reflecting its deep roots in northern Victoria's agricultural heartland.
Dookie is closely associated with Dookie Agricultural College, a historic campus affiliated with the University of Melbourne that has trained generations of farmers and agronomists. The surrounding district is productive agricultural land with wheat, sheep, and mixed farming operations. The town has a small cluster of local services, and residents rely on Shepparton for major shopping, medical facilities, and schooling. The scenic hills surrounding Dookie offer walking and outdoor recreation, providing a pleasant rural lifestyle for those who appreciate space and tranquillity.
Dookie falls under postcode 3646 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Shepparton (Northern Victoria) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Limited regional services — Shepparton 30-40 min
Commute to Melbourne CBD
🛣️ Hume Freeway accessible via Shepparton; V/Line trains run from Shepparton to Melbourne
A rural farming town where a car is essential for all daily needs and commuting to Shepparton for services
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Baldock Street