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McMillans

VIC 3568 • Victoria

87
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
34.66 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalPeacefulSemi-Rural

About McMillans

McMillans is a small rural locality in the Campaspe Shire in northern Victoria, situated approximately 6 kilometres south-west of Cohuna in the Torrumbarry irrigation district. The area spans around 35 square kilometres of flat, irrigated agricultural land close to the Murray River system. With a population of 87 residents recorded in the 2021 Census, McMillans is a dispersed farming community with origins in the land selections of the 1870s, when the area opened up for dairy and crop farming.

McMillans is characterised by intensive irrigated dairying and grazing, supported by access to the Goulburn Murray Water system and the Torrumbarry irrigation network. The nearby town of Cohuna — approximately 6 kilometres north-east — provides the community's everyday services, including shops, schools, and health facilities. Echuca, the main regional centre of the Campaspe Shire, is around 60 kilometres to the south-east and offers a full range of commercial and government services for residents of the broader farming district.

McMillans falls under postcode 3568 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Murray Plains (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3568
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Mallee
State Electorate
Murray Plains (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.81°, 144.18°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
34.66 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No scheduled bus service — Cohuna (nearest services, ~6 km) N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
260 km
By Train
No direct service — drive to Echuca (~60 km), then V/Line Echuca Line approximately 2 hr 30 min to Melbourne
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 45 min - 3 hr 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 30 min - 3 hr

🛣️ Car essential; Cohuna 6 km for basics; Echuca 60 km for broader services and rail access

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A dispersed dairy farming locality with no shops or footpaths — a car is required for all daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
87
▲ 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 McMillans known for? +

McMillans is an agricultural locality known for irrigated dairy farming and grazing, supported by the Torrumbarry irrigation network and access to the Goulburn Murray Water system. The area was first settled in the 1870s under land selections and has maintained a dairying character since.

How far is McMillans from Echuca? +

McMillans is approximately 60 kilometres north-west of Echuca, the main regional centre of Campaspe Shire, typically a 45–55 minute drive via Cohuna and Rochester.

Does McMillans have public transport? +

McMillans has no regular public bus or rail service. The nearest public transport connections are in Cohuna, approximately 6 kilometres to the north-east, though services there are also limited. A car is essential for residents.

What is the population of McMillans? +

According to the 2021 Census, McMillans has a population of 87 residents, spread across a largely agricultural locality of approximately 35 square kilometres.

Is McMillans a good place to live? +

McMillans suits farming families and those who prefer a very quiet, rural lifestyle with affordable land and a strong agricultural community identity. Cohuna nearby provides schooling and basic services, while Echuca offers more extensive facilities within an hour's drive.

What is the postcode for McMillans? +

The postcode for McMillans in Victoria is 3568.