Kalimna, Victoria — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live local weather conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Kalimna, in the East Gippsland Shire local government area.
| Locality | Kalimna |
| State | Victoria (VIC) |
| Local Government Area | East Gippsland Shire |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT) |
| Remoteness | Outer Regional Australia |
| Latitude | -37.86981 |
| Longitude | 147.96158 |
| Population | 1,200 |
| Density | 163.5 /km² |
| Area | 7.3 km² |
| Elevation | 52 m |
| Postcode | 3909 |
| Area Code | 03 |
| Distance to Melbourne | 263 km east |
Kalimna is a locality in the East Gippsland Shire local government area of Victoria, Australia. It has a population of approximately 1,200. The locality covers an area of 7.3 km², giving a population density of about 163.5 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 52 m above sea level. It lies approximately 263 km east of Melbourne. Kalimna is located at 37.8698°S, 147.9616°E. It observes Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT). Postcode: 3909. The Australian Bureau of Statistics classifies the area as Outer Regional Australia.
Kalimna breathes a quiet existence where the rolling hills of East Gippsland begin their gentle descent towards the coast. It lies 131.6 km east-north-east of Traralgon, VIC (from Traralgon, VIC: bearing 74°T), and is situated 4.1 km west-south-west of Lakes Entrance. The landscape here is a soft blend of farmland and remnant bushland, a place where the eucalyptus scent hangs heavy in the air, particularly after a spring rain, and the light at dusk paints the sky in hues of apricot and lavender. Creeks, often little more than a whisper in the drier months, swell with purpose after rainfall, carving their way through the ochre-rich soil, feeding the broader waterways that eventually make their way to the sea. The character of Kalimna is one of measured calm, a place where the land dictates the pace, and the distant bleating of sheep or the rumble of a tractor are the most prominent sounds to punctuate the stillness.
The history of Kalimna is one of quiet perseverance, deeply tied to the fertile land and the bounty it has offered for generations. Dairy farming has long been the bedrock of its economy, with verdant pastures stretching across the undulating terrain, a testament to the enduring connection between the people and the soil. While not a large centre, Kalimna has seen its share of travellers and settlers, each adding a thread to the local narrative, drawn by the promise of a life connected to the earth. The region’s proximity to larger centres means its economy is also influenced by broader markets, yet the heart of Kalimna remains firmly rooted in its agricultural heritage, a place where the seasons still guide the rhythm of daily life, and the scent of freshly cut grass is a constant reminder of its enduring purpose.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Kalimna, Victoria with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorially written description provides background on Kalimna, in the East Gippsland Shire local government area.
Detailed location data for Kalimna includes the postcode (3909), telephone area code (03), and local government area (East Gippsland Shire), with an ABS remoteness classification of Outer Regional Australia. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Australian city, town or locality.
Location data is drawn from Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020) and enriched with GeoNames and Australian Bureau of Statistics data, matched by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Kalimna is identified even where the name is shared across multiple localities.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020); enriched with GeoNames and ABS 2021 Census data, matched by coordinate proximity |
| Description | Editorial description generated with AI assistance from verified Geoscape, ABS and GeoNames location data. |