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Thoona

VIC 3726 • Victoria

133
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
80.57 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietHistoric
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About Thoona

Thoona is a small rural town in north-eastern Victoria, situated within the Rural City of Benalla local government area, approximately 247 kilometres north-east of Melbourne and 28 kilometres north of Benalla. With a 2021 Census population of 133 residents spread across roughly 80 square kilometres of farming land, Thoona is a quiet agricultural locality set on the edge of a small hill — the meaning of its Aboriginal name. The surrounding landscape is defined by grazing country, with the Warby Ranges visible around 5 kilometres to the east.

Thoona holds a proud place in the history of north-east Victoria as home to the first co-operative butter factory in the region, a testament to its farming heritage. Today, the town retains its rural character with a small community connected to the nearby towns of Benalla and Wangaratta for schools, shopping, and services. Each March, Thoona draws visitors from across the state for its Victorian Wheelie Bin Championships, a quirky community tradition that keeps the locality on the map.

Thoona falls under postcode 3726 and is governed by the Benalla Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Indi, while state elections fall under the Euroa (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3726
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Benalla
Federal Electorate
Indi
State Electorate
Euroa (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.33°, 145.96°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
80.57 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3726

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3726 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$47,756
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$51,695

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3726; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Wangaratta Station
30 km
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Bus Services

  • Limited V/Line coach services — Wangaratta / Benalla approx. 30-40 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
247 km
By Train
No direct rail; drive to Wangaratta (30km) for V/Line train services to Melbourne (approx. 2.5 hr)
By Car (Peak)
2.5-3 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
2.5 hr

🛣️ Accessible via Wangaratta-Yarrawonga Road; car is essential for daily life

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Thoona has no local shops or services; all errands require driving to Benalla or Wangaratta

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
133
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
291.7 / 100k
2yr Down 25.6% 10yr Down 23.0%
Motor vehicle theft
190 / 100k
2yr Up 150.9% 10yr Up 66.0%
Non-FV assault
264.6 / 100k
2yr Down 27.5% 10yr Down 48.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr Down 100.0%
Steal from vehicle
264.6 / 100k
2yr Down 44.3% 10yr Down 26.0%
View all offence subgroups for Benalla →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Thoona known for? +

Thoona is known for its rural farming heritage and as home to the first co-operative butter factory in north-east Victoria. It also hosts the annual Victorian Wheelie Bin Championships each March, a well-loved community tradition.

How far is Thoona from Melbourne? +

Thoona is approximately 247 kilometres north-east of Melbourne CBD, typically a 2.5-hour drive via the Hume Freeway to Wangaratta and then local roads.

Does Thoona have public transport? +

Thoona has no direct rail or regular bus service. The nearest train station is Wangaratta, approximately 30 kilometres away, with V/Line services to Melbourne. A car is essential for residents.

What is the population of Thoona? +

According to the 2021 Census, Thoona has a population of 133 residents, spread across a rural area of approximately 80 square kilometres in the Rural City of Benalla.

Is Thoona a good place to live? +

Thoona suits those who value quiet rural living, wide-open farming landscapes, and a close-knit country community. Residents need to travel to Benalla or Wangaratta for most services, schools, and shopping.

What is the postcode for Thoona? +

The postcode for Thoona is 3726, shared with several surrounding rural localities in the Benalla region of north-east Victoria.

Is Thoona a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Thoona is part of the Benalla 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.