Kalimna West
VIC 3909 • Victoria
About Kalimna West
Kalimna West is a rural locality within the Shire of East Gippsland in Victoria, situated just west of Lakes Entrance along the Princes Highway. The locality covers approximately 55 square kilometres and has a resident population of around 161 people, reflecting its largely agricultural and semi-rural character. It is part of the broader East Gippsland region, known for the Gippsland Lakes system and its scenic waterway landscapes.
The area functions primarily as a farming hinterland to the tourist hub of Lakes Entrance, with the Lakes Entrance Airfield located within Kalimna West on Comers Road. Residents have easy access to all the amenities of Lakes Entrance just a short drive east, including shops, restaurants, and recreational boating on the lakes. The Princes Highway provides direct road connectivity to Bairnsdale to the west and the Orbost region to the east, making Kalimna West a practical base for those who prefer a rural setting close to lakeside services.
Kalimna West falls under postcode 3909 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Gippsland East (Eastern Victoria) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Regional coach services — Lakes Entrance / Bairnsdale 10–15 min to Lakes Entrance
Commute to Melbourne CBD
🛣️ Princes Highway (A1) is the primary route; Lakes Entrance services are just 5–10 min east
A rural farming locality with no walkable services; all daily needs require driving to nearby Lakes Entrance
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Myer Street
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North Street
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Golf Links Road
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Nungurner Road