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At a glance

The Middle of Everywhere

Wellington Shire is truly in the ‘middle of everywhere’ offering the rugged high country, lakes and rivers, one of the longest beaches in the world and excellent connections into Melbourne.

Wellington Shire has a bounty of wildlife, historical and cultural attractions, unique wilderness, and fine food and wine. With an abundance of towns, such as Sale, Maffra, Heyfield, Rosedale, Stratford and Yarram, there’s a wide array of relocation options to suit any taste or lifestyle.

The mining, Defence and agriculture sectors are major players in this vibrant and diverse economy. With over a third of the shire comprised of farmland, agriculture now has an expanding vegetable sector. A growing health care sector and healthy activity in retail, commerce, tourism and professional services all add up to a highly desirable place to be.

Not sure where to turn for your move to regional Victoria? In Wellington Shire, you are in the middle of everywhere.

More information can be found directly at www.themiddleofeverywhere.com.au or www.wellington.vic.gov.au

If you'd like to find out more, get in touch with the Wellington Shire Council.
1300 366 244
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Discover more in Wellington Shire

Employment opportunities for Wellington Shire can be found on major employment websites. A number of local businesses have indicated they are also happy to receive resumes directly. website. This website also provides links into relevant employment assistance services and the ability to provide your resume to a number of local businesses that have indicated they are happy to receive resumes directly.
The communities in Wellington Shire boast a variety of affordable housing options and can complement any lifestyle, from executive town housing to acreage properties. When compared to similar houses in metropolitan or larger regional centres, properties in Wellington Shire are available at lower prices.In 2015, the median house price in Sale was $297,000 and the surrounding communities of Maffra and Stratford had a median house price of $230,000 and $260,000 respectively. Units and townhouses were even more affordable at a median price of $227,000.
The range of primary and secondary educational opportunities in all major towns can be found at various online directories.
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