Meeniyan
VIC 3956 • Victoria
About Meeniyan
Meeniyan is a small country town within the South Gippsland Shire, positioned on the South Gippsland Highway between Leongatha to the north-east and Foster to the south-west in Victoria. The locality covers approximately 61 square kilometres and had a population of 840 at the 2021 Census. Known informally as the 'turning point' of South Gippsland, Meeniyan sits at a gateway junction where travellers diverge toward Wilsons Promontory and the broader South Gippsland coast.
The town has a characterful main street with local businesses, cafes, and artisan shops serving both residents and the steady flow of visitors passing through on their way to Wilsons Promontory National Park. Meeniyan has a proud agricultural heritage and strong community spirit, with a history stretching back to the 1890s when the local post office and railway arrived. Those seeking an affordable rural lifestyle in a scenic part of Victoria's Gippsland region, with easy access to the Prom and Leongatha's services, find Meeniyan a welcoming base.
Meeniyan falls under postcode 3956 and is governed by South Gippsland Shire Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Gippsland South (Eastern Victoria) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- V/Line coach services — Leongatha / Melbourne (Southern Cross) ~20 min to Leongatha; ~2h 15min to Melbourne
Commute to Melbourne CBD
🛣️ Car is the most practical option; South Gippsland Highway is the main road corridor
Some local errands are walkable along the main street, but a car is needed for most shopping and services
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Geale Street
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School Road