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Tarrawingee

VIC 3678 • Victoria

416
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
53.65 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralQuietSemi-RuralFamily-Friendly

About Tarrawingee

Tarrawingee is a small town in north-east Victoria, located approximately 12 kilometres east of Wangaratta and 261 kilometres north-east of Melbourne, within the Rural City of Wangaratta local government area. The locality spans around 54 square kilometres of pastoral and mixed farming land in the Ovens River valley, and had a population of 416 at the 2021 Census. Tarrawingee is a quiet agricultural community that benefits from its proximity to Wangaratta, a regional centre with a full range of services.

Tarrawingee has a strong community identity anchored by the Tarrawingee Bulldogs, who compete in Australian Rules football and netball through the Ovens and King Football and Netball League. The town has a historic public hall and a long association with local sport, including a now-defunct motor racing circuit that was active between 1957 and 1965. Surrounded by vineyards and farmland in the scenic King Valley corridor, Tarrawingee appeals to those seeking a peaceful small-town lifestyle with easy access to Wangaratta's shops, schools, and the Hume Freeway connecting to Melbourne.

Tarrawingee falls under postcode 3678 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3678
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.69°, 146.48°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
53.65 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Wangaratta Station
12 km
N/A – car required

Bus Services

  • Limited local services — Wangaratta town centre Approx. 15–20 min by car

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
261 km
By Train
V/Line North East Line from Wangaratta to Melbourne Southern Cross (approx. 2 hrs 45 min)
By Car (Peak)
3 hrs – 3 hrs 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hrs 45 min – 3 hrs

🛣️ Easy access to the Hume Freeway via Wangaratta; Wangaratta is the main regional hub for services and transport

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Tarrawingee has no local shops; residents drive to Wangaratta for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
416
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

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

Income Comparison

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tarrawingee known for? +

Tarrawingee is known for its strong community sporting culture through the Tarrawingee Bulldogs Australian Rules football and netball club, as well as a historic motor racing circuit that operated near the oval from 1957 to 1965.

How far is Tarrawingee from Melbourne? +

Tarrawingee is approximately 261 kilometres north-east of Melbourne CBD, typically a 2 hours and 45 minutes to 3 hours and 30 minutes drive via the Hume Freeway.

Does Tarrawingee have public transport? +

Tarrawingee does not have its own public transport services. The nearest train station is Wangaratta, about 12 kilometres west, where V/Line North East Line services run to Melbourne Southern Cross in approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes.

What is the population of Tarrawingee? +

The 2021 Census recorded a population of 416 in Tarrawingee, a slight decrease from 484 recorded in the 2011 Census, reflecting the modest scale of this small north-east Victorian town.

Is Tarrawingee a good place to live? +

Tarrawingee offers a quiet rural lifestyle with a genuine community identity, convenient access to Wangaratta's full services, and easy freeway connections to Melbourne. It suits families and individuals who value small-town living in the beautiful north-east Victorian countryside.

What is the postcode for Tarrawingee? +

The postcode for Tarrawingee is 3678, shared with Wangaratta and surrounding localities in the Rural City of Wangaratta.