Yarram

Yarram is an Aboriginal word for ‘plenty of water’. Settled in 1845, Yarram's first industry was a flour mill and sawmill on the Tarra River. Yarram soon grew in prosperity as farmers preferred its proximity to Port Albert. Dairy farming dominates the local industries. There are many interesting old buildings in Yarram including the old Court House and the fully restored Regent Theatre.

Fishing is a major attraction in the area and well catered for, with boat ramps, hire and charter boats available at nearby Port Albert. Just a few kilometres south of Yarram are the two small townships of Alberton and Tarraville. Both towns are among the oldest settlements in Victoria and feature some striking original architecture.

Quick facts

• Population approximately 1,800
• 220 kilometres south-east of Melbourne
• Tarra Bulga National Park
• Fern gullies and nature walks

Activities and attractions

• Wander around the historic town buildings such as the Tarraville Church (1860)
• Travel to Tarra Bulga National Park, a cool climate rainforest with scenic walks, picnic facilities, tea rooms, and, if you are very quiet, a chance to spot one of its elusive lyrebirds. A comprehensive park information centre is open on weekends and public holidays
• Play a round of golf on the lovely 18 hole golf course, home to a large group of kangaroos
• Visit nearby Port Albert for award winning fish and chips

How to get there

Yarram is approximately 3 hours from Melbourne on the South Gippsland Highway.