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Maroona

VIC 3377 • Victoria

80
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
130.15 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalHistoricQuiet

About Maroona

Maroona is a small rural locality in the Ararat Rural City local government area of western Victoria, situated approximately 20 kilometres south of Ararat and around 229 kilometres west of Melbourne. The locality covers a generous 130 square kilometres of pastoral farmland and recorded a 2021 Census population of 80 residents. Its name is thought to derive from an Aboriginal word describing pine-like trees, and the area has long been shaped by its role as an important railway junction in Victoria's freight network.

Maroona is historically significant as the junction where the Gheringhap–Maroona rail line meets the Ararat to Portland freight corridor, with both lines converted to standard gauge in 1995. The surrounding land is used primarily for grazing and broad-acre farming, giving the locality a quiet, agricultural character. Ararat, the nearest service town, provides shops, schools, a hospital, and connections to the Western Highway, while the Grampians National Park lies within easy reach to the west.

Maroona falls under postcode 3377 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ripon (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3377
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
Ripon (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.23°, 142.96°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
130.15 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No scheduled local bus — Ararat for V/Line connections Ararat approx. 20 min by car

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
229 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Ararat for V/Line train to Melbourne (approx. 2 hr 30 min)
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 30 min - 3 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 15 min - 2 hr 45 min

🛣️ Western Highway via Ararat provides the main road link to Melbourne and Adelaide

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily needs; there are no shops, services, or footpaths in this rural locality

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
80
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Maroona VIC known for? +

Maroona is best known as a historic railway junction in western Victoria, where the Gheringhap–Maroona line meets the Ararat to Portland freight corridor. The surrounding area is characterised by broad-acre farming and grazing on the western Victorian plains.

How far is Maroona from Melbourne CBD? +

Maroona is approximately 229 kilometres west of Melbourne, a drive of around 2.5 to 3 hours via the Western Highway through Ballarat and Ararat.

Does Maroona have public transport? +

Maroona has no local bus service and no passenger rail service, though freight lines do pass through the locality. The nearest passenger transport hub is Ararat, approximately 20 kilometres north, where V/Line trains connect to Melbourne.

What is the population of Maroona? +

According to the 2021 Census, Maroona has a population of 80 residents across its 130 square kilometres of rural land, with approximately 27 dwellings. The median personal income is around $43,445, consistent with a rural farming community.

Is Maroona a good place to live? +

Maroona suits those who value a quiet rural lifestyle and self-sufficiency, with all essential services available in Ararat 20 kilometres away. The proximity to the Grampians National Park and the wide open pastoral landscapes appeal to those seeking a true country lifestyle.

What is the postcode for Maroona? +

The postcode for Maroona, Victoria is 3377, which it shares with the nearby town of Ararat and surrounding rural localities.