Mepunga East
VIC 3277 • Victoria
About Mepunga East
Mepunga East is a small rural locality in south-west Victoria, located in the Shire of Moyne approximately 243 kilometres west-southwest of Melbourne and around 27 kilometres east of Warrnambool. Situated inland from the rugged Great Ocean Road coastline, the locality covers roughly 19.5 square kilometres of predominantly flat to gently rolling terrain. The 2021 Census recorded a population of 73 residents, reflecting the low-density, agricultural character typical of this part of the Moyne Shire farming district.
Dairy farming is the primary land use in and around Mepunga East, as the broader Moyne Shire is one of Victoria's most productive dairy regions. The nearby locality of Nullawarre and the town of Port Fairy, to the south-west, provide some local community services, while Warrnambool — the region's major city — offers a full range of shopping, healthcare, education, and cultural facilities. The Great Ocean Road and the scenic Bay of Islands Coastal Park are within a relatively short drive, adding a natural attraction to the otherwise quiet, working-rural character of the locality.
Mepunga East falls under postcode 3277 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the South-West Coast (Western Victoria) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- V/Line coach (regional) — Warrnambool (for V/Line train to Melbourne) Approx. 25-35 min to Warrnambool
Commute to Melbourne CBD
🛣️ Access via Great Ocean Road or Hamilton Highway through Warrnambool; car essential for all local travel
Mepunga East is a dispersed rural locality with no local shops or services; all errands require driving to Warrnambool or Port Fairy
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Frank Street