+ AREA VITAL STATISTICS
At a glance
Population
10,019
Nearby regional city
Swan Hill, Bendigo, Echuca
Surrounding Towns
- Cohuna
- Kerang
- Koondrook
- Quambatook
Average Temperature
Summer: 14.5°c - 30.5°c
Winter: 4.3°c - 14.7°c
Winter: 4.3°c - 14.7°c
A change of pace
Iconic rivers, dazzling freshwater lakes, majestic red gum forests, and all the time in the world. Welcome to Gannawarra Shire.
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With its irresistible natural attractions, great health and education, affordable housing in safe, friendly communities, and range of employment and business development opportunities, Gannawarra Shire could be just the change of pace you’re looking for.
Take your pick from communities of Cohuna, Kerang, Koondrook and Quambatook, all just a few hours by car from Melbourne, and only an hour or so from the regional centres of Bendigo, Echuca and Swan Hill.
And be sure to talk to the hospitable locals. You’ll soon discover that in Gannawarra Shire, when they say life is great, they mean it!

If you'd like to find out more, get in touch with the Gannawarra Shire Council.
Discover more in Gannawarra Shire
One of the biggest concerns of anyone considering a move to regional Victoria is that of employment. Will there be the type of employment you’re after, and will there be enough of it? You’re definitely not alone in asking these questions.
Finding and then moving into a new home is always an exciting process. Sure, it has its headaches along the way, but there’s nothing quite like the thrill of that first night in a new house. And when the new house happens to be in a whole new region, the thrill only intensifies.
You may not be aware that regional Victoria is home to some of the best schools in the state. True, you won’t find the concentration of options that you have in Melbourne, but you’ll still find plenty of quality choice across all levels of schooling.