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Goon Nure

VIC 3875 • Victoria

137
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
173.09 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteBushlandAgricultural
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About Goon Nure

Goon Nure is a remote rural locality in the Shire of East Gippsland, Victoria, located approximately 20 kilometres east of Bairnsdale and about 278 kilometres east of Melbourne. Spanning a large area of around 173 square kilometres, the locality is home to just 137 residents, reflecting its sparsely settled character typical of the East Gippsland hinterland. The region is characterised by rolling pastoral land, remnant bushland, and the quiet rhythms of a farming community far from metropolitan life.

Life in Goon Nure is centred around rural pursuits, with residents relying on Bairnsdale for shopping, schools, healthcare, and other services. The broader East Gippsland region offers stunning natural attractions including the Mitchell River National Park, Gippsland Lakes, and the Victorian Alps not far inland. Those drawn to Goon Nure typically value the space, affordability, and slower pace of deep rural Victoria, while accepting that car travel is essential for all day-to-day needs.

Goon Nure falls under postcode 3875 and is governed by the East Gippsland Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Gippsland, while state elections fall under the Gippsland East (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3875
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
East Gippsland
Federal Electorate
Gippsland
State Electorate
Gippsland East (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.83°, 147.63°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
173.09 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3875

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3875, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$41,294
Median 2023–24
$49,476
▲ 19.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$58,804

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3875; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Bairnsdale
20 km
N/A — drive required

Bus Services

  • No local bus services — Bairnsdale Approx. 20 min by car

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
278 km
By Train
Drive to Bairnsdale station (~20 km), then approx. 3h 20min by Gippsland line train to Melbourne
By Car (Peak)
3h 15min – 3h 45min
By Car (Off-Peak)
3h – 3h 30min

🛣️ Princes Highway connects via Bairnsdale; Melbourne is not a practical daily commute

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Goon Nure has no walkable amenities; a car is necessary for all errands and services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
137
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the East Gippsland Local Government Area, which contains Goon Nure. Rates are per 100,000 residents for the year ending September 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
295.4 / 100k
2yr Up 17.1% 10yr Down 31.6%
Motor vehicle theft
146.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 147.7%
Non-FV assault
462.2 / 100k
2yr Up 10.3% 10yr Up 26.2%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr Down 100.0% 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
379.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 37.0%
View all offence subgroups for East Gippsland →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Goon Nure known for? +

Goon Nure is known as a quiet rural locality in the East Gippsland hinterland, characterised by large farming properties and bushland. It sits within the broader East Gippsland region, renowned for the Gippsland Lakes, Mitchell River National Park, and access to the Victorian Alps.

How far is Goon Nure from Melbourne? +

Goon Nure is approximately 278 kilometres east of Melbourne, roughly a 3 to 3.5-hour drive via the Princes Highway through Bairnsdale.

Does Goon Nure have public transport? +

There are no local public transport services in Goon Nure. The nearest train station is at Bairnsdale (approximately 20 km away), which is the terminus of the Gippsland line connecting to Melbourne. A car is essential for getting around.

What is the population of Goon Nure? +

According to the 2021 Census, Goon Nure has a population of 137 residents across approximately 54 dwellings, spread over a large area of around 173 square kilometres.

Is Goon Nure a good place to live? +

Goon Nure suits those who want a deeply rural lifestyle with plenty of space in one of Victoria's most scenic regions. Residents enjoy proximity to East Gippsland's natural attractions, though all daily services require a drive to Bairnsdale, and Melbourne is not a realistic daily commute.

What is the postcode for Goon Nure? +

The postcode for Goon Nure, Victoria is 3875, which it shares with Bairnsdale and surrounding localities.

Is Goon Nure a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Goon Nure is part of the East Gippsland LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.