Tatong
VIC 3673 • Victoria
About Tatong
Tatong is a small rural township in north-east Victoria, south of Benalla on the foothills of the Great Dividing Range. The 2021 Census population in the dataset is 281, indicating a small, dispersed community. The locality has historic ties to timber and farming and sits amid mixed agricultural and bushland landscapes. Its character is distinctly country-town, with low-density housing and strong local community networks.
Residents rely on nearby Benalla and Wangaratta for major shopping, health and employment services, while local facilities support everyday community life. Outdoor recreation, farming and local clubs are central to the area's lifestyle identity. Public transport options are limited, and most households depend on private vehicles for commuting and errands. Tatong suits people seeking a quiet rural setting with access to larger regional centres by road.
Tatong falls under postcode 3673 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Regional bus links — Benalla 35-55 min
- District connectors — Mansfield / Wangaratta corridors 60-110 min
- School/community services — Nearby rural localities 20-60 min
Commute to Benalla CBD
🛣️ Private vehicle travel is the primary mode; rail is accessed via Benalla for longer regional trips.
Small local core is walkable, but most services and work destinations require driving.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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413 Quinn Road
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Midland Highway
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Midland Highway
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Fox Street