Come for the delights of country living, no traffic jams, clean air, friendly inclusive communities and stay for the sheer pleasure of waking up every morning in your new home.
Discover South Gippsland
South Gippsland Shire is a pleasant ninety minute drive through coastal flats and rolling hills to the south east of Melbourne, and stretches from Nyora in the west, to Welshpool in the east, and Mirboo North to the north. The rolling waves of the Bass Strait coast are the southern boundary of the Shire.
With clean air, affordable housing, excellent amenities and a friendly and safe environment for your family and business or career, it’s no wonder people come for the beauty and stay for the lifestyle.
Estimated resident population: 25,000
Land area: 3,300 km2
If it’s space you dream of, small acreages or good size town blocks are available. Your new home could be a heritage cottage, beach house, Californian bungalow, or new house and land package. Wherever you find your new home, you’ll quickly become part of the community.
A flourishing agriculture sector supports a multitude of service industries creating a wide range of employment. Consistent growth within the Shire has opened up further job opportunities within tourism, education, housing and construction and health services.
There are many schools located across the shire with a free bus service provided for out of town students. Modern education facilities include the innovative Leongatha Education Precinct that combines primary, secondary and specialist schools along with Gipps TAFE and further education options.
Spectacular scenery offers temperate rainforest and rolling hills sweeping down to 300 kilometers of stunning coastline and golden beaches. World famous Wilsons Promontory National Park draws thousands of visitors and thrills them with nature based activities. Quaint villages throughout the Shire make browsing an art form, accompanied by great local food and wine in our friendly cafes and Farmers’ Markets.
The community is engaging and inviting, with newcomers and visitors always welcome. The region’s strong sense of community makes it a relaxing and friendly place to live. There are many volunteer services, church auxiliaries and youth clubs for you and your family to become actively involved in.
To families, the region offers a safe clean environment, well priced homes and properties, excellent education and children’s support services, plus good medical and aged care services. Add diverse recreational activities, a strong arts community and space to build your dream lifestyle, and you have compelling reasons to come for a visit, at least.