The Sisters
VIC 3265 • Victoria
About The Sisters
The Sisters is a rural locality in south-west Victoria, located approximately 38 kilometres north-east of Warrnambool and 17 kilometres north-west of Terang, on the state's volcanic plains. The locality's distinctive name derives from two prominent volcanic scoria cones — tuff rings formed from ancient eruptions — whose tallest peak reaches 203 metres and defines the local landform. With a population of 110 residents across around 41 dwellings and a land area of over 71 square kilometres, The Sisters is one of the more sparsely settled localities in the Western Victoria region.
First settled in 1860, The Sisters has long been defined by dairy farming, with lush green pastures stretching across the volcanic plains that characterise much of south-west Victoria. The volcanic scoria cones give the area a distinctive geographical identity within the broader Western District landscape. The nearby towns of Terang and Camperdown provide essential services including schools, medical facilities, and shopping, while Warrnambool to the south-west offers a full range of urban amenities including a hospital, university campus, and major retail centres.
The Sisters falls under postcode 3265 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
- Limited regional services — Terang / Warrnambool Varies
Commute to Melbourne CBD
🛣️ Car is essential; Princes Highway connects to Melbourne via Geelong
No shops or services within the locality; residents drive to Terang or Camperdown for all daily needs
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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3 Halliwell`s Road
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96 McKinnon Bridge Noorat Road
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Mackinnon`s Bridge Road
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Princes Highway
