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Kolora

VIC 3265 • Victoria

188
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
115.64 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalPeacefulDairy Country
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About Kolora

Kolora is a small rural locality in south-west Victoria, located within the Corangamite Shire Council area approximately 11 kilometres south of Terang and 27 kilometres north-east of Camperdown. Situated in the Otways hinterland region, the locality encompasses around 116 square kilometres of predominantly dairy farming land, with a population of around 188 residents. The area forms part of the productive agricultural belt between the Great Ocean Road coast and the Western District plains, an area long associated with Victoria's dairy and beef industries.

The surrounding landscape is characterised by green, rolling paddocks, scattered remnant bush, and views of the extinct volcanic peak of Mount Noorat to the north-east. Kolora is closely linked to the small rural communities of Noorat and Terang for basic services, with Camperdown and Warrnambool (approximately 52 kilometres west) providing a broader range of shops, schools, and healthcare. The locality suits farming families and rural lifestyle seekers who appreciate the quiet, unhurried pace of south-west Victoria's agricultural heartland.

Kolora falls under postcode 3265 and is governed by the Moyne Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Wannon, while state elections fall under the South-West Coast (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3265
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Moyne
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
South-West Coast (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.18°, 142.95°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
115.64 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3265

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3265 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$55,855
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$67,474

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3265; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • V/Line coach services (via Camperdown) — Geelong / Melbourne (Southern Cross) ~2 hrs 30 min to Geelong (from Camperdown)

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
190 km
By Train
No direct train. Drive to Camperdown (~27 min), V/Line coach to Melbourne (~3 hrs)
By Car (Peak)
2 hrs 30 min – 3 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hrs 15 min – 2 hrs 30 min

🛣️ Princes Highway (A1) and the Heytesbury Highway provide access. Warrnambool is the nearest regional city at approximately 52km west.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Kolora is a sparsely populated farming locality with no local shops or services; a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
188
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
191.1 / 100k
2yr Up 12.2% 10yr Down 37.3%
Motor vehicle theft
84.3 / 100k
2yr Up 35.0% 10yr Stable
Non-FV assault
118 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 26.8%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
264.2 / 100k
2yr Up 45.4% 10yr Up 63.8%
View all offence subgroups for Moyne →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kolora known for? +

Kolora is known as part of south-west Victoria's productive dairy farming belt in Corangamite Shire. The locality offers scenic rural views including the distinctive silhouette of Mount Noorat, an extinct volcanic cone, and sits amid some of Victoria's most fertile pastoral land.

How far is Kolora from Melbourne? +

Kolora is approximately 190 kilometres south-west of Melbourne, making it around a 2 hour 30 minute drive via the Princes Highway. The nearest town, Terang, is approximately 11 kilometres to the north.

Does Kolora have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Kolora. The nearest V/Line coach services operate from Terang and Camperdown, providing connections to Geelong and Melbourne. A private vehicle is essential for getting around.

What is the population of Kolora? +

Kolora has a small population of approximately 188 residents, according to the 2021 Census, spread across around 116 square kilometres of agricultural land in Victoria's Corangamite Shire.

Is Kolora a good place to live? +

Kolora suits those who enjoy a working rural lifestyle, with the rolling dairy country of south-west Victoria providing a peaceful, open landscape. Terang and Camperdown cover everyday needs, while Warrnambool offers a broader range of services and amenities within about an hour's drive.

What is the postcode for Kolora? +

The postcode for Kolora, Victoria is 3265.

Is Kolora a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Kolora is part of the Moyne 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.