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Zeerust

VIC 3634 • Victoria

147
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
18.03 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalDairy CountryPeaceful

About Zeerust

Zeerust is a small rural locality in the Campaspe Shire of northern Victoria, situated approximately 8 kilometres west of Kyabram and around 34 kilometres south-east of Echuca. The 2021 Census recorded a population of 147 residents living across roughly 18 square kilometres of flat, productive agricultural land in the Goulburn Valley region. With 46 dwellings and a predominantly farming character, Zeerust is one of several quiet hamlets dotting the landscape between the major towns of Shepparton and Echuca.

The surrounding Goulburn Valley is known for its dairy and horticultural industries, and Zeerust's rural community is closely connected to this agricultural economy. Residents access everyday services in nearby Kyabram, which offers supermarkets, schools, and medical facilities, while Echuca and Shepparton provide broader retail and employment options. The locality appeals to those seeking a working-farm lifestyle or a quiet rural retreat in one of Victoria's most productive irrigation districts.

Zeerust falls under postcode 3634 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Shepparton (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3634
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Shepparton (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.22°, 145.44°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
18.03 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Kyabram / Echuca Via Kyabram (~10 min drive)

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
190 km
By Train
No direct train service; drive to Echuca for V/Line coach or train connections (~2h 30min to Melbourne)
By Car (Peak)
2h – 2h 30min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1h 45min – 2h

🛣️ The Murray Valley Highway and Goulburn Valley Highway connect to Melbourne via Seymour; Shepparton is the nearest major regional centre (~40km south)

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A dispersed rural locality with no local services; all daily needs require a drive to Kyabram or Echuca

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
147
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Zeerust known for? +

Zeerust is a quiet rural locality in Victoria's Goulburn Valley, known for its dairy and horticultural farming character typical of the Campaspe Shire region.

How far is Zeerust from Melbourne? +

Zeerust is approximately 190 kilometres north of Melbourne, roughly a 1 hour 45 minute to 2 hour drive via the Goulburn Valley Highway.

Does Zeerust have public transport? +

Zeerust has no public transport services. The nearest regional connections are in Kyabram (8km east) and Echuca (34km north), where V/Line coach services operate. A car is essential.

What is the population of Zeerust? +

According to the 2021 Census, Zeerust has a population of 147 residents across approximately 18 square kilometres of agricultural land.

Is Zeerust a good place to live? +

Zeerust suits those who value wide-open agricultural landscapes and a quiet rural lifestyle, with Kyabram nearby for everyday needs. The Goulburn Valley's strong farming community provides a solid local identity.

What is the postcode for Zeerust? +

The postcode for Zeerust is 3634.