Rosebud, 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 Rosebud, in the Mornington Peninsula Shire local government area.
| Locality | Rosebud |
| State | Victoria (VIC) |
| Local Government Area | Mornington Peninsula Shire |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT) |
| Remoteness | Major Cities of Australia |
| Latitude | -38.37114 |
| Longitude | 144.91585 |
| Population | 14,381 |
| Density | 838.5 /km² |
| Area | 17.1 km² |
| Elevation | 9 m |
| Postcode | 3939 |
| Area Code | 03 |
| Distance to Melbourne | 62 km south |
Rosebud is a locality in the Mornington Peninsula Shire local government area of Victoria, Australia. It has a population of 14,381. The locality covers an area of 17.1 km², giving a population density of about 838.5 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 9 m above sea level. It lies approximately 62 km south of Melbourne. Rosebud is located at 38.3711°S, 144.9159°E. It observes Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT). Postcode: 3939.
Rosebud unfolds along the curve of a bay, a ribbon of sand meeting the gentle swell of Port Phillip. It lies 20.4 km south-west of Mornington, VIC (from Mornington, VIC: bearing 218°T), and is situated 14.8 km south-west of Mount Martha. The air here carries the brine and the faint, sweet scent of coastal tea-tree, a perfume that clings to the weathered timber of the foreshore and the bright, cheerful facades of the shops lining the main street. Behind the town, low hills, softened by the passage of time and clothed in a mix of remnant bushland and cultivated vineyards, roll towards the interior, their slopes catching the morning light in a way that suggests a quiet, enduring resilience. The character of Rosebud is one of easygoing accessibility, a place where the rhythm of the tides seems to dictate the pace of daily life, and the vast expanse of water offers a constant, calming presence.
The history of Rosebud is intrinsically tied to its coastal bounty and the fertile land that surrounds it. Early settlers found opportunity in the rich soils, establishing orchards and vineyards that still contribute to the region's agricultural output, the sun-baked terracotta roofs of some of the older farmhouses a warm punctuation against the green. Later, the promise of the sea drew fishermen and holidaymakers, transforming Rosebud into a popular seaside destination, a reputation it continues to hold, particularly during the warmer months. The iconic Rosebud Pier, stretching out into the bay, serves as a tangible link to this past, a place where generations have cast a line or simply enjoyed the panoramic views. Today, a vibrant local economy thrives on a blend of tourism, horticulture, and the burgeoning wine industry, each element contributing to the unique, unhurried charm of Rosebud.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Rosebud, 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 Rosebud, in the Mornington Peninsula Shire local government area.
Detailed location data for Rosebud includes the postcode (3939), telephone area code (03), and local government area (Mornington Peninsula Shire), with an ABS remoteness classification of Major Cities of 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 Rosebud 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. |