The natural choice
The Goulburn Murray Irrigation District (GMID) is the lifeblood of agriculture in northern Victoria.
Campaspe Shire is in the heart of one of the richest and most diverse agricultural and food-processing areas in Victoria.
Agriculture production, based on intensive irrigated areas and large tracts of dryland farming, is a major contributor to the local economy. In addition to on-farm food production, food processing and manufacturing are also major local employers.
Renowned for its stunning scenery, plentiful sunshine and majestic rivers including the Murray River, Campaspe also boasts friendly people, thriving towns, a rich history, an extraordinary number of places to unwind, a vibrant cultural atmosphere and a “can do” attitude to business. It is a thriving community, with many opportunities for growth and prosperity.
Fast facts about Campaspe Shire
KEY TOWNS INCLUDE
Echuca, Kyabram, Rochester, Rushworth and Tongala
HOME TO ALMOST
38,000 people
SUPPORTING
16,000 jobs
ANNUAL ECONOMIC OUTPUT OF
$5.7 billion
Within 2.5 hour’s drive of Melbourne
AND AN HOUR’S DRIVE OF BENDIGO AIRPORT
The region includes Kangan Bendigo TAFE in Echuca
Strengths
PRODUCTION ENVIRONMENT
- 30°C average maximum summer temperature
- 13°C average maximum winter temperature
- 440mm average annual rainfall
INDUSTRY SERVICES
An established supply chain – with access to export markets, reliable transport and logistics, and a large base of professional, scientific and technical skills – supports Campaspe’s strong agricultural and food manufacturing sector.
COMMUNITY LIFESTYLE
A unique blend of great weather, diverse lifestyle choices, affordable housing, high quality health and education facilities, unique wining and dining venues, and an endless choice of accommodation options attracts growing numbers of people to Campaspe every year.
PLANNING SUPPORT
Campaspe Shire Council provides extensive support to new and existing businesses in the region with access to a dedicated economic development specialist and grants which can encourage businesses to start up, diversify, expand and innovate.
“(Echuca) offers a great climate, access to infrastructure and secure water. It’s also a great place to live and work.”
Scott Spedding
MORE INFORMATION
- Contact the Campaspe Shire Community and Economic Development Team on 03 5481 2210 or 1300 666 535.
- Visit the Campaspe Shire Council website
- Visit the Invest Loddon Mallee – Campaspe Shire website
- Read the Campaspe, Greater Shepparton and Moira Regional Rural Land Use Strategy (RRLUS)
SUCCESS STORIES
Kilter Rural
Kilter Rural is an Australian company, founded in 2004 to service a $200 million institutional investment in regenerative farming, biodiversity rehabilitation and climate change mitigation. The business regenerates underutilised agricultural farmland, transforming it to deliver technically advanced and environmentally sustainable irrigated and dryland production systems. Since its inception, 12,000
Coolabah Turf
Coolabah Turf has grown turfgrass in the Echuca region for more than 20 years. Coolabah Turf supplies professional landscape, commercial, council and DIY projects across Victoria within 24 hours of harvesting turf.