Korumburra
- Located in an area of superb Gippsland beauty and rolling green hills, Korumburra has a rich history and is home to the informative and picturesque, Coal Creek.
- At Coal Creek experience the timeless beauty of heritage buildings, tranquil bush settings and the drama of 19th century life.
History of Korumburra
- Black coal was discovered in Korumburra in 1872 and the industry reached its peak during the mid-1890s with the completion of the rail line. At one stage over 2,000 miners were working in Korumburra and the local industry helped to establish Melbourne as a major industrial city.
- The name is believed to be derived from the Aboriginal word meaning 'blow-fly’.
The town today
Today, Korumburra is a rich dairy and cattle hub. Built on high ground, the town has splendid views of the Strzelecki Ranges to the north and across the valleys to Bass Strait in the south.
*Information on history and the town today has been taken from Wikipedia - The Free Encyclopedia (online)
Town Facilities
* Banks *
* NAB - Branch only - 85 Commercial Street
* ANZ - Branch and ATM - 27 Commercial Street
* CAB - Branch and ATM - Commercial Cnr Bridge Street
* Bendigo Bank - Branch and ATM - 32 Commercial Street
* Dump Point *
* Korumburra Tourist Park - Fees apply - Bourke Street
* Hospital *
* Korumburra Hospital - Bridge Road
* Internet *
* Korumburra Access Centre (free internet)- Radovick Street
.......... Mon to Fri 10-4
.......... Sat 9-12
* Korumburra Library - 165 commercial Street
.......... Mon, Wed, Thurs 10-12.30 and 1.30-6
.......... Tues, Fri 1-5
.......... Sat 10-1
* Milpara Community House - 21 Shellcotts Road
.......... Mon to Fri 9.30 - 3 (school times only)
* Laundry *
* Coin Laundry - Commercial Street
* Petrol Station *
* BP Service Station - King Street
* BP Service Station - 2 Commercial Street
* Caltex Service Station - Commercial Street
* Supermarket/General Store *
* Micheal's IGA Supermarket - 1 South Railway Cres
Quick facts
- Population approximately 3,000
- 115 kilometres south-east of Melbourne
Activities and attractions
* See "Things to See and Do" section for details
- Coal Creek Heritage Village
- South Gippsland Tourist Railway
- Edwardian Railway Station
- Korumburra Heritage Trail
- Kardella Classic Carriages
- Gooseneck
- Djinta Djinta vineyard
- Mayfield Gallery
- Clair De Lune vineyard
- Grandridge Glass
Major events
- Agricultural Show – February
- Korumburra Art Show – February
- Buskers Festival - November
How to get there
Korumburra is a 90-minute drive from Melbourne on the South Gippsland Highway. Vline bus services are available for travel.
Korumburra Business Association
PO Box 78
Korumburra, 3950
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