Wongarra, 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 Wongarra, in the Colac Otway Shire local government area.
| Locality | Wongarra |
| State | Victoria (VIC) |
| Local Government Area | Colac Otway Shire |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT) |
| Remoteness | Inner Regional Australia |
| Latitude | -38.67481 |
| Longitude | 143.7986 |
| Population | 39 |
| Density | 1.0 /km² |
| Area | 38.1 km² |
| Elevation | 300 m |
| Postcode | 3234 |
| Area Code | 03 |
| Distance to Melbourne | 140 km southwest |
Wongarra is a locality in the Colac Otway Shire local government area of Victoria, Australia. It is a small community with a population of 39. The locality covers an area of 38.1 km², giving a population density of about 1.0 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 300 m above sea level. It lies approximately 140 km southwest of Melbourne. Wongarra is located at 38.6748°S, 143.7986°E. It observes Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT). Postcode: 3234. The Australian Bureau of Statistics classifies the area as Inner Regional Australia.
Wongarra spills down a gentle incline towards the Southern Ocean, a scattering of dwellings embraced by the verdant folds of the Otway Ranges. It lies 76.4 km south-west of Geelong, VIC (from Geelong, VIC: bearing 220°T), and is situated 15.3 km east-north-east of Apollo Bay. The air here carries the perpetual tang of salt and damp earth, a heady perfume that clings to the dense coastal scrub and the ancient, moss-laden trunks of the eucalypts. Sunlight, when it breaks through the often-present coastal mist, paints the landscape in a palette of muted greens and greys, highlighting the rich, dark soil that promises abundance. Beyond the scattered homes, the land rolls and dips, a mosaic of paddocks, some neatly fenced for grazing, others surrendered to the wilder growth of ferns and gorse, all ultimately yielding to the immense, restless expanse of the sea.
The history of Wongarra is etched not in grand monuments, but in the enduring rhythm of the land and the quiet persistence of its people. For generations, this coastline has sustained those who understood its moods, its bounty and its challenges. Early settlers, drawn by the promise of fertile soil and ample timber, established a life here, their efforts now reflected in the weathered fences and the enduring character of the buildings. The local economy, while not bustling, is deeply rooted in the surrounding agricultural land, with sheep grazing on the hillsides and a scattering of market gardens benefiting from the reliable rainfall. Tourism plays a quieter role, with visitors drawn to the raw beauty of the coastline, the nearby Great Otway National Park, and the sense of stepping back from the hurried pace of modern life. The distinctive scent of woodsmoke often drifts through the air in the cooler months, a subtle reminder of the hearths that keep the spirit of Wongarra alive.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Wongarra, 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 Wongarra, in the Colac Otway Shire local government area.
Detailed location data for Wongarra includes the postcode (3234), telephone area code (03), and local government area (Colac Otway Shire), with an ABS remoteness classification of Inner 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 Wongarra 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. |