Moriac
VIC 3240 • Victoria
About Moriac
Moriac is a small township and rural locality in Victoria's Surf Coast Shire, situated approximately 20 kilometres south-west of Geelong and around 100 kilometres south-west of Melbourne, on the corridor between Geelong and the popular Surf Coast destination of Torquay. With a 2021 Census population of 852 spread across approximately 273 dwellings and nearly 18 square kilometres, Moriac is a quiet semi-rural community with a distinct country character. The locality falls within the Federal electorate of Corangamite and the state electorate of South Barwon, set amid the rolling farmland and bush reserves of the Great Ocean Road region.
Moriac offers a peaceful semi-rural lifestyle within easy driving distance of both Geelong's urban amenities and the Surf Coast's world-renowned beaches and surf breaks, making it appealing to those seeking a country lifestyle without sacrificing access to services. The Surf Coast Highway connects the locality to both Torquay (approximately 15 minutes away) and Geelong, while a local primary school provides essential community infrastructure. The surrounding landscape of open farmland, native bushland, and the proximity to the Great Ocean Road corridor gives Moriac a relaxed, unhurried character well suited to families, retirees, and those looking to escape the pressures of urban life.
Moriac falls under postcode 3240 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the South Barwon (Western Victoria) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Limited rural services — Geelong 30-45 min
Commute to Geelong CBD
🛣️ Surf Coast Highway connects to both Geelong and Torquay; car is the primary transport option
Small country township with very limited local amenities; a car is essential for most daily needs
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Hendy Main Road