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Quambatook

VIC 3540 • Victoria

229
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
334.86 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalHistoricSmall TownMallee

About Quambatook

Quambatook is a small agricultural town in the Shire of Gannawarra in north-west Victoria, located approximately 302 kilometres north-west of Melbourne on the banks of the Avoca River. With a population of around 230, it is a tight-knit rural community that developed following the resumption of large pastoral holdings for closer agricultural settlement in the 1870s. The town has a long history as one of Victoria's important wheat and sheep producing areas, with farming still central to local life.

Quambatook offers the essential amenities expected of a small Victorian country town, including a primary school, general store and community hall, though residents travel to Swan Hill (approximately 70 kilometres west) or Kerang (around 60 kilometres south-east) for major shopping and services. The town is known for its annual Tractor Pull event, which draws visitors from across the region. The surrounding flat Mallee landscape supports dryland cropping and sheep grazing, and the region offers a peaceful, affordable rural lifestyle.

Quambatook falls under postcode 3540 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Murray Plains (Northern Victoria) electorate.

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📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3540
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Mallee
State Electorate
Murray Plains (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.89°, 143.45°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
334.86 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Kerang Station
60 km
N/A – drive only
Swan Hill Station
72 km
N/A – drive only

Bus Services

  • V/Line coach (limited services) — Kerang / Swan Hill / Melbourne ~4.5–5 hrs to Melbourne

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
302 km
By Train
Drive to Kerang or Swan Hill (~60–72 km), then V/Line train ~3.5 hrs to Melbourne
By Bus
V/Line coach from Swan Hill to Melbourne ~5 hrs
By Car (Peak)
~3.5–4 hrs via Calder Hwy
By Car (Off-Peak)
~3.5 hrs

🛣️ Car is the primary mode of transport. Swan Hill is the nearest major regional centre (~72 km west). Kerang is closer (~60 km).

Walkability Car-Dependent

Small rural town with very limited walkable amenities. Car is essential for most daily needs, though basic services are accessible on foot within town.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
229
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
N/A
Personal Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Quambatook known for? +

Quambatook is known for the Quambatook Tractor Pull, an annual event that draws visitors from across the region and beyond. The town serves the surrounding grain farming district of the Gannawarra Shire.

How far is Quambatook from Melbourne? +

Quambatook is approximately 295 kilometres north-west of Melbourne, around a 3 hour 20 minute drive via the Calder Highway and Loddon Valley Highway.

Does Quambatook have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Quambatook. Kerang (approximately 45 km south) is the nearest town with V/Line rail services. A car is essential.

What is the population of Quambatook? +

According to the 2021 Census, Quambatook has a population of approximately 229 residents, a small agricultural community in north-west Victoria.

Is Quambatook a good place to live? +

Quambatook suits farming families in the Gannawarra Shire, offering very affordable living in a close-knit rural community with the Tractor Pull providing an annual community celebration.

What is the postcode for Quambatook? +

The postcode for Quambatook is 3540.