Murray Shire
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Murray Shire is located on the NSW/Victorian border at the closest point of the Murray River to Melbourne. This provides an area booming with tourism, industry, development and new residents. The Shire’s main township is Moama and together with her Victorian neighbour Echuca, service a population of well over 20,000 people.
Growth & Development
Murray Shire consistently ranks amongst the fastest growing Local Government Areas in New South Wales. In 2009 Murray Shire grew to a population of 7,076, placing it within the top ten fastest Local Government Areas in NSW. This growth is not surprising considering many significant recent developments within the Shire. Murray Shire Council has established a reputation as an innovative Local Government authority, which is proactive in attracting new industry and developments.
Key Industries
Murray Shire has a strong and diverse business base. Key industries include agriculture, accommodation and food services, manufacturing, construction and retail and health care. Tourism is strong as the area is a major destination for visitors (with over 600,000 overnight visitors per year). Murray Shire enjoys a low unemployment rate of below 5%.
Tourism & Events
The mighty Murray River, red gum forests, the Historic Port of Echuca, an abundance of supporting tourism product, major events and a wonderful climate ensures the destination is consistently popular with visitors.
Shopping & Recreation
Echuca-Moama offers boutique shopping, national chain stores and specialty shops. Quality sporting facilities (including world class bowling greens and championship golf courses) and a magnificent natural environment provide for great sport and recreation.
Health
Murray Shire residents are serviced by a fully serviced hospital, medical centers, meals on wheels and community nurse, day care centers and accommodation for the aged.
Education
Quality Catholic, Anglican and State primary and secondary schools, adult education colleges and TAFE are all located within the Echuca- Moama district.
Transport
Murray Shire is ideally located onthe Cobb Highway just two hours from Melbourne and is also serviced by rail transport. Moama is serviced by daily passenger bus and rail connections to Melbourne and many regional centers.
Housing
Murray Shire offers a wide variety of housing options that are exceptionally affordable in comparison to metropolitan areas. The area offers magnificent lifestyle properties, as well as many new residential estates and rural residential properties.
