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Newry

VIC 3859 • Victoria

451
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
91.57 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalGippslandPeacefulRiverside
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About Newry

Newry is a small rural town in the Shire of Wellington in East Gippsland, Victoria, located approximately 219 kilometres east of Melbourne and 12 kilometres north-west of Maffra. Situated within the fertile Macalister River irrigation district on the Gippsland Plains, Newry has a history stretching back to the 1860s when the area was first surveyed for settlement. With a population of 451 at the 2021 Census spread across a locality of around 92 square kilometres, the town is a quiet agricultural community with deep pastoral roots.

Residents of Newry enjoy the open countryside and relaxed pace typical of rural Gippsland, with Maffra providing the nearest range of shops, schools, and essential services just 12 kilometres to the south-east. The Newry Golf Club on Three Chain Road is a well-regarded focal point of local community life. Traralgon, approximately 31 kilometres to the south-east, offers broader employment, retail, and healthcare services, while the natural beauty of the Gippsland region — including the Gippsland Lakes and surrounding state forests — provides excellent opportunities for fishing, camping, and outdoor recreation.

Newry falls under postcode 3859 and is governed by the Wellington 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
3859
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Wellington
Federal Electorate
Gippsland
State Electorate
Gippsland East (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.89°, 146.85°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
91.57 km²
Population Density
5 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3859

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3859 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$51,535
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$56,240

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3859; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional bus services — Maffra / Sale / Traralgon 20–45 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
219 km
By Train
No direct train service; drive to Traralgon station then Gippsland Line (approx. 2.5–3 hrs total)
By Car (Peak)
2.5–3 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
2.5 hours

🛣️ Accessible via the Princes Highway; Maffra (12km) and Traralgon (31km) are the nearest service centres

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily needs; the township has minimal retail infrastructure and limited footpaths

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
451
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
494.7 / 100k
2yr Up 59.5% 10yr Down 28.0%
Motor vehicle theft
191.9 / 100k
2yr Up 84.4% 10yr Up 57.6%
Non-FV assault
432.8 / 100k
2yr Up 10.3% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr Down 100.0% 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
577.8 / 100k
2yr Up 81.3% 10yr Up 72.3%
View all offence subgroups for Wellington →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Newry VIC known for? +

Newry is a quiet rural town in East Gippsland known for its agricultural heritage and location on the Gippsland Plains. The Newry Golf Club is a notable local institution, and the area is surrounded by the pastoral and irrigation country of the Macalister River district.

How far is Newry from Melbourne CBD? +

Newry is approximately 219 kilometres east of Melbourne CBD, making it roughly a 2.5 to 3 hour drive via the Princes Highway. Maffra, the nearest service town, is just 12 kilometres away.

Does Newry have public transport? +

Newry has no passenger rail service. Limited regional bus routes connect the area to Maffra, Sale, and Traralgon, but a car is the most practical way to get around. The nearest train station is in Traralgon, approximately 31 kilometres away.

What is the population of Newry? +

According to the 2021 Census, Newry has a population of 451 residents spread across a locality of approximately 92 square kilometres in the Shire of Wellington, East Gippsland.

Is Newry a good place to live? +

Newry is well-suited to those who value a peaceful rural lifestyle in the beautiful Gippsland Plains, with easy access to Maffra's services and the natural attractions of East Gippsland. It suits retirees, farming families, and those who enjoy country living away from city pressures.

What is the postcode for Newry? +

The postcode for Newry, VIC is 3859.

Is Newry a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Newry is part of the Wellington 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.