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Barwon
Breathtaking hinterland forests. Stunning coastal vistas. Idyllic beaches. And all the services and infrastructure you could hope for. It’s literally just down the road from Melbourne, but the Barwon region feels like it’s a world away. Major towns include Beeac, Colac, Geelong, Lorne, Ocean Grove, Torquay and Queenscliff.
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Central Highlands
Whatever your tastes in life, Victoria’s celebrated Central Highlands is one region where you’re sure to be able to indulge them. Major towns include Ararat, Avoca, Ballarat, Bacchus Marsh, Beaufort, Daylesford and Trentham.
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Gippsland
The eastern-most region of Victoria has an abundance of natural attractions, a dramatic variety of landscape and relaxed, welcoming communities. Major towns include Bairnsdale, Drouin, Leongatha, Moe, Morwell, Omeo, Traralgon, Sale, Warragul and Wonthaggi.
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Goulburn
Lush green and undulating, and named for the river that winds through it, the Goulburn region has the enviable reputation of being one of Australia’s most important food growing and producing areas.
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Great South Coast
Home to some of the most spectacular coastline, as well as forests, plains, ancient rock formations and all the wonderful flora and fauna that come with them. Major towns include Camperdown, Hamilton, Port Fairy, Portland and Warrnambool.
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Loddon Campaspe
From the Macedon Ranges in the south to the Murray River in the north, Loddon Campaspe brims with the best of natural and man-made attractions. Major towns include Bendigo, Castlemaine, Echuca, Kyneton, Woodend, Maryborough and Wedderburn.
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Mallee
The Mallee is renowned for its vast spaces, heritage vibe, and seemingly endless sunshine. Major towns include Birchip, Donald, Kerang, Mildura and Swan Hill.
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Ovens Murray
An important transport corridor to its west, and breathtaking natural spectacle to its east, Ovens Murray is one with the lot. Major towns include Beechworth, Benalla, Bright, Corryong, Mansfield, Tallangatta, Wangaratta and Wodonga.
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Wimmera Southern Mallee
From the fertile soils of the south to broad plains to the north, the Wimmera Southern Mallee is a place of undeniable drama and beauty. Major towns include Edenhope, Horsham, Nhill, Stawell and Warracknabeal.
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Education
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Lifestyle
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Health services
One of the top considerations when moving into a regional area is the availability and quality of health care services.
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Business
Moving to regional Victoria is a wonderful opportunity to start that business you’ve always dreamt about.
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International migration
Places that once seemed too far away now feel within reach, offering new and exciting opportunities to begin life afresh.
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Transport
The Government is working hard to make it quick and easy to get around regional Victoria, and to and from our cities.
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Maybe it’s been coming on for years, or maybe it’s a recent thing. Either way, if you’ve been thinking about a move to rural and regional Victoria, you’ve come to the right place. Whether you’re ready for a fresh start, or ready to return to your roots, this is the ideal spot to get ready for your adventure and explore all the exciting possibilities of your dream. It might be next week, or it may be next year. Whenever you make the move, you can be sure that rural and regional Victoria is ready when you are.