Wilby
VIC 3728 • Victoria
About Wilby
Wilby is a small rural locality in north-eastern Victoria, situated approximately 15 minutes from Yarrawonga and 35 minutes from the regional centre of Wangaratta, within the Shire of Towong or the Rural City of Wangaratta area. With a population of 192 at the 2021 Census, Wilby covers approximately 110 square kilometres of farming and grazing country near the Murray River corridor. The locality is characterised by large rural blocks, open agricultural land, and a quiet country atmosphere close to the recreational amenities of the Yarrawonga–Mulwala region.
Residents of Wilby benefit from proximity to Yarrawonga, which offers supermarkets, schools, medical services, and the popular Lake Mulwala for boating, fishing, and water sports. The area is known for its outdoor lifestyle — the Murray River region draws visitors for camping, waterskiing, and golf, and Yarrawonga has one of Victoria's most celebrated golf courses. Wangaratta, reachable in approximately 35 minutes, provides broader city services including hospitals, higher education, and major shopping. Wilby suits those who value the open country lifestyle and space of rural Victoria while retaining reasonable access to regional services.
Wilby falls under postcode 3728 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
- V/Line regional coach — Wangaratta / Melbourne 35 min to Wangaratta; 2 hr 30 min to Melbourne
Commute to Melbourne CBD
🛣️ Hume Highway south via Wangaratta; car essential for local travel
Wilby is a rural locality with no local shops; all errands require driving to Yarrawonga or Wangaratta
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Tower Street