History of Mirboo North
- The Mirboo area was settled by timber getters in the late 1870s, attracted particularly by the mountain ash.
- The original railway branch line from Morwell to Mirboo North was completed on 7 January 1886, with the last train being run on 22 June 1974. The railway was constructed through difficult hilly terrain requiring construction of massive embankments and numerous bridges.
- The convoluted history of the Post Office, demonstrates the attempts to form a viable Mirboo township, culminating in the township of Mirboo North at the railway station becoming predominant.
*History information has been taken from Wikipedia - The Free Encyclopedia (http://en.wikipedia.org)
The Town Today
- Mirboo North marks the halfway point on the magnificent 132km Grand Ridge Road, which weaves its way through the beautiful Strzelecki Ranges and provides majestic forest views.
- Looking down from its high ridge, this traditional country town is surrounded by impressive rural panoramas and rich, fertile farmland.
- Adorned with native flora including its emblem, the lily, and decorated with beautiful street murals capturing the spirit of the town’s early days, Mirboo North is a hidden Gippsland gem.
- The extensive Baromi Park is a key feature of Mirboo North with playgrounds, skate bowl and BBQ facilities all centrally located.
- Impressively, Mirboo North is also home to the renowned Grand Ridge Brewery, winner of over 100 international awards.
*The town today information has been taken from the Visit Victoria Website (www.visitvictoria.com)
Town Facilities
* Banks *
* Bendigo Bank - Branch and ATM - 88 Ridgeway
* Dump Point *
BP Service Station - Fees apply - 1265 Ridgeway
* Internet *
* Mirboo North Library - Ridgeway
........ Tues 11-1 and 2-6
........ Wed 2-5
........ Thurs 2.30-8
........ Sat 9.30-1
* Petrol Station *
* Mobil Service Station - 1265 Ridgeway
* Supermarket/General Store *
Joe and Karen's Supermarket - 75 Ridgeway
Quick facts
- Population approximately 1,450
- 156 kilometres south-east of Melbourne
Activities and attractions
See "Things to see and do" section for futher details
- Grand Ridge Road
- Colourful murals on town buildings
- Grand Ridge Brewery
- Grand Ridge Rail Trail
- Mirboo North 18-hole golf course
- Baths Road Reserve.
Major events
- St. Paul's Festival – January
- Mossvale Park Music For The People Concert – February
- Mossvale Park Music Festival– March
- Mossvale Park Raw Vibes Festival – March
- Beerfest – February
- Art Show – May
How to get there
Mirboo North is located 156 kilometres south-east of Melbourne. It is accessible by road from either the South Gippsland Highway via Leongatha and onto the Strzelecki Highway, or the Princes Highway with access from Trafalgar or Morwell. Alternatively you can take the spectacular Grand Ridge Road from either Warragul or Traralgon.
More Information
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