Tarrington
VIC 3301 • Victoria
About Tarrington
Tarrington is a small rural locality in south-western Victoria, situated approximately 15 kilometres east of Hamilton in the Glenelg Shire. With a population of around 328 residents spread across nearly 56 square kilometres of gently undulating pastoral land, it is a sparsely settled farming community. The area is characterised by open grazing paddocks, volcanic-soil farmland, and the quiet charm typical of the Western Districts. It sits within the federal electorate of Wannon and the state electorate of South-West Coast.
Life in Tarrington revolves around agriculture, with sheep and beef cattle grazing dominating the landscape. Residents rely on nearby Hamilton for schools, shopping, healthcare, and other services. The community is tight-knit and largely made up of multigenerational farming families who value the peaceful rural lifestyle. The region's volcanic soils also support some cropping, and the area is close to the Grampians and Great Ocean Road for occasional day trips.
Tarrington falls under postcode 3301 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
- Regional coach — Hamilton 20 min
Commute to Melbourne CBD
🛣️ Hamilton is the nearest regional centre (~15 km). V/Line coaches connect Hamilton to Melbourne.
No footpaths or local services; private vehicle is essential for all daily needs.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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7901 Hamilton Highway