Casterton
Population: 2500
Distances:
Hamilton - 63kms
Coleraine - 31kms
Melbourne - 352kms
Situated 352 km west of Melbourne and 63 km west of Hamilton on the Glenelg Highway, it is a service centre to a large pastoral, mixed farming, timber-producing and dairying district near the South Australian border. Casterton has a golf course, a racecourse, a caravan park, a sports and leisure centre and there are numerous sporting facilities in Island Park, off Murray St. There are a number of scenic attractions in the area. The district is predominantly sheep and cattle production country with additional industries in timber plantations and light manufacturing. Casterton is nestled in valleys amongst rolling hills with the Glenelg river flowing through. The well-known Coonawarra Winery region, Grampians ranges and stunning coastline are all within easy reach.
The township and area has extensive infrastructure services for health, education, sporting & recreational, tourist attractions and extensive retail services. The community of the service area is a safe and cohesive community that supports fully medical services and healthcare facilities within its area. Climate: The climate in the Western District is mild during winter with warm summers. The area has a consistent rainfall average.
