Toora
VIC 3962 • Victoria
About Toora
Toora is a small rural town in South Gippsland, Victoria, situated approximately 190 kilometres south-east of Melbourne and 20 kilometres south of Mirboo North in the South Gippsland Shire. With a population of around 700 residents, Toora is the largest locality in its immediate area and serves as a modest service centre for the surrounding farming district. The town is perched in rolling green hills with sweeping views across the Gippsland plains towards Corner Inlet and Wilsons Promontory, giving it a picturesque setting that draws visitors as well as tree-changers seeking affordable rural living.
Toora has a close-knit community character, with local amenities including a general store, primary school, community hall, hotel, and sporting facilities including an Aussie Rules football club. The Toora Tourist Park caters to visitors exploring South Gippsland and the nearby Wilsons Promontory National Park, one of Victoria's most popular wilderness destinations. The town appeals to families, retirees, and those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle with strong community ties, affordably priced properties, and easy access to the natural attractions of South Gippsland.
Toora falls under postcode 3962 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Gippsland South (Eastern Victoria) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- GippslandBus (Kooweerup–Foster route) — Foster / Leongatha 30-50 min to Leongatha
Commute to Melbourne CBD
🛣️ Car strongly recommended; access via South Gippsland Highway and Strzelecki Highway
Small town with basic local walkability to the store and school, but car required for most services and all inter-town travel
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Harriet Street