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Where is Sunbury, Australia?

Written and Fact-checked by Whereig Web Team | Updated On: December 10, 2025, 14:10 ET

Sunbury is located in the outer northwestern suburbs of Melbourne, Victoria, about 40 kilometres from the city centre. It lies between the Macedon Ranges to the northwest and the rolling volcanic plains that extend toward Melbourne. It is famous for its historic homesteads, wine production, and as the birthplace of The Ashes cricket tradition.

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Facts about Sunbury, Australia

Country	Australia
State	Victoria
Region	Northwestern Greater Melbourne / Macedon Ranges fringe
Location	Northwest of Melbourne, near Jacksons Creek and the foothills of the Macedon Ranges
Coordinates	37.58° S, 144.73° E
Local Government Area	City of Hume
Founded	1857 (town established)
Original Name	Sunbury (named after Sunbury-on-Thames in England)
Elevation	~140 m
Population	Approx. 40,000
Area	Approx. 52 sq km
Time Zone	AEST (UTC+10:00), AEDT (UTC+11:00 in summer)
Postcode	3429
Major Waterways	Jacksons Creek, Emu Creek
Top Attractions	Sunbury Wine Region, Rupertswood Mansion, Sunbury Heritage Trail, Jacksons Creek Reserve, Emu Bottom Homestead.
Demonym	Sunbury residents
Main Industries	Retail, education, construction, agriculture (grapes & livestock), tourism
Nearest Airport	Melbourne Airport (MEL)
Website	https://www.hume.vic.gov.au

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