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Map Ref: D11, H11, F11, B10, D7
Population: 2454
Location: 130km North East of Melbourne
Accommodation: Resort, Bed & Breakfast's, Motels/Hotels, Caravan Parks.
Things Do: Art Galleries, Antiques, Golf, Horse Racing, Horse Riding, Speed Way, Alexandra Timber Tramway Museum, Fishing, Day Spas, Wineries, Nurseries, Bush Walking, Rock Climbing, Shopping, Café's, Restaurants, Tennis, Bowls, Water Sports, Snow Sports, Four Wheel Driving.
More than ever, Murrindindi needs you to come and visit.
Sadly, 75% of the Murrindindi Shire was effected physically by the 2009 Black Saturday fires, but worse still 100% of it's approximate 12,000 residents have suffered in one way or another. Either through loss of homes, family members, friends businesses and jobs. Many of those untouched by fires have had a massive economic loss, Marysville in particular, was the hub of the Murrindindi Shire providing 75% of the regions gross economic impact. Marysville is now rebuilding and redeveloping their town and its businesses, with a number of bussinesses open to the public, Marysville needs your support to ensure they can restore this beautiful town to its former glory.
The good news is that there is still plenty of things to see, do and experience in Murrindindi. Take the time to visit Alexandra, Eildon, Marysville and Yea to experience the magic of our region.
Right now there are some amazing well known artists that have captured the sentiment and regrowth of the region and these works are displayed in art galleries and cafes throughout Murrindindi.
At the moment you will experience the hardiness of nature as it restores itself, tall dark trunks wired with leafy regrowth set amongst green rolling hills, streams and valleys. The beauty of this region certainly has not escaped us, but instead gives you a new perspective to indulge in.
So do visit, enjoy your stay and help with the economic rebuild of this beautiful community.
Alexandra is a neat country town located in the foothills of the Great Dividing Range 130 kilometres north east of Melbourne. Lake Eildon National Park, The snow fields of Mt Buller and Lake Mountain, and the Upper Goulburn River are all only a short drive from Alexandra.
Enjoy natural attractions and wildlife as you explore the history and all Alexandra has to offer.
Alexandra's history dates back to 1824 when it was discovered by Hume and Hovell. Alexandra was originally known as a gold minning town and slowly moved into the timber and agricultural areas over time. Today, Alexandra relies heavily on tourism to sustain its economy.
