At a glance
Population
54,884
Nearby regional city
Surrounding Towns
- Warragul
- Drouin
- Longwarry
- Trafalgar
- Yarragon
- Walhalla
- Neerim South
- Noojee
- Jindivick
Average Temperature
Winter: 12.9°c
Naturally beautiful
Just an hour from Melbourne, but once you’ve arrived in Baw Baw Shire you’ll feel you’re in a whole new world.
From the alpine majesty of the Baw Baw Plateau, down to the lush, green valleys and gourmet country pastures, Baw Baw Shire seems custom-made for lovers of the great outdoors. As you ski, fish, cycle and hike your way around the region, rest assured you’ll always be coming home to a place where community spirit thrives and quality education, health and support services are close at hand.
Rolling hills to the south support a healthy dairy farming and agricultural employment base, while northwards the Great Dividing Range hosts a vital forestry industry. There are also abundant opportunities in retail, construction, professional services and more across towns like Drouin, Longwarry, Trafalgar and Warragul.
Feast upon all that Baw Baw Shire has to offer, and savour the lifestyle you always imagined for you and your family.