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Where is Horsham, Australia?



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Horsham is located in the Wimmera region of western Victoria, about 300 kilometres northwest of Melbourne. It lies between the fertile agricultural plains of the Wimmera River valley and the rugged peaks of the Grampians to the southeast. It is famous for its role as a regional service centre, vibrant arts and events scene, and proximity to the Grampians National Park.




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Where is Horsham, Australia
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Facts about Horsham, Australia

CountryAustralia
StateVictoria
RegionWimmera Region
LocationOn the Wimmera River in western Victoria, north of the Grampians National Park
Coordinates36.71° S, 142.20° E
Local Government AreaRural City of Horsham
Founded1840s
Original NameHorsham (named after Horsham in Sussex, England)
Elevation~130 m
PopulationApprox. 17,000 (urban area)
AreaApprox. 4,267 sq km (LGA)
Time ZoneAEST (UTC+10:00), AEDT (UTC+11:00 in summer)
Postcode3400
Major WaterwaysWimmera River
Top AttractionsHorsham Botanic Gardens, Wimmera River Parklands, Horsham Regional Art Gallery, Grampians National Park (nearby), Mount Arapiles.
DemonymHorsham residents
Main IndustriesAgriculture (grain & livestock), manufacturing, retail, health services
Nearest AirportHorsham Aerodrome (local aviation) / Avalon Airport (AVV) for major flights
Websitehttps://www.hrcc.vic.gov.au