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Where is Wangaratta, Australia?

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

Wangaratta is located in northeastern Victoria, about 230 kilometres northeast of Melbourne. It lies between the Ovens and King Rivers and the surrounding fertile plains and low hills of the Victorian Alps foothills. It is famous for its wine regions, historic architecture, and role as a gateway to the Alpine National Park.

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Facts about Wangaratta, Australia

Country	Australia
State	Victoria
Region	North East Victoria / Ovens & King Region
Location	On the banks of the Ovens River, at the junction with the King River, in northeastern Victoria
Coordinates	36.36° S, 146.32° E
Local Government Area	Rural City of Wangaratta
Founded	1838
Original Name	Wangaratta (from Aboriginal word meaning “meeting of the waters”)
Elevation	~150 m
Population	Approx. 28,000 (urban area)
Area	Approx. 3,000 sq km (LGA)
Time Zone	AEST (UTC+10:00), AEDT (UTC+11:00 in summer)
Postcode	3677
Major Waterways	Ovens River, King River
Top Attractions	Murray to Mountains Rail Trail, Wangaratta Art Gallery, Lake Sambell, Botanic Gardens, Wangaratta Performing Arts & Convention Centre.
Demonym	Wangaratta residents
Main Industries	Agriculture, manufacturing, retail, tourism, education
Nearest Airport	Albury Airport (ALH) / Wangaratta Aerodrome (WGT)
Website	https://www.wangaratta.vic.gov.au

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