Yackandandah, 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 Yackandandah, in the Indigo Shire local government area.
| Locality | Yackandandah |
| State | Victoria (VIC) |
| Local Government Area | Indigo Shire |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT) |
| Remoteness | Inner Regional Australia |
| Latitude | -36.33036 |
| Longitude | 146.85196 |
| Population | 1,763 |
| Density | 12.5 /km² |
| Area | 141.2 km² |
| Elevation | 285 m |
| Postcode | 3749 |
| Area Code | 03 |
| Distance to Melbourne | 235 km northeast |
Yackandandah is a locality in the Indigo Shire local government area of Victoria, Australia. It has a population of approximately 1,763. The locality covers an area of 141.2 km², giving a population density of about 12.5 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 285 m above sea level. It lies approximately 235 km northeast of Melbourne. Yackandandah is located at 36.3304°S, 146.8520°E. It observes Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT). Postcode: 3749. The Australian Bureau of Statistics classifies the area as Inner Regional Australia.
Yackandandah rests in a valley where the Indigo Creek winds its way through rolling hills carpeted in green, its water glinting under a generous sky. It lies 23.0 km south of Wodonga, VIC (from Wodonga, VIC: bearing 189°T), and is situated 14.0 km south of Leneva. The air here carries the scent of eucalyptus and damp earth, a constant reminder of the surrounding bushland that climbs towards granite outcrops and ancient gum trees. The landscape itself feels solid, grounded, a place where the light lingers a little longer in the late afternoon, casting long shadows that stretch across the fertile pastures. The character of Yackandandah is one of quiet resilience, a town that has weathered its share of storms, both meteorological and economic, with a steady, unpretentious grace.
The story of Yackandandah is etched in the gold that once flowed through its creek beds, a legacy of the 1850s gold rush that drew prospectors from across the globe and gave the town its initial pulse. Though the diggings have long since fallen silent, the echoes of that vibrant past remain, visible in the heritage streetscapes and the enduring spirit of its people. Today, Yackandandah thrives on a diverse economy, its fertile lands supporting agriculture and grazing, while a growing number of artisans and small businesses contribute to its unique charm. The town centre, a delightful collection of historic buildings, serves as a hub for locals and travellers alike, a place where the pace of life allows for genuine connection and a deep appreciation for the surrounding natural beauty.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Yackandandah, 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 Yackandandah, in the Indigo Shire local government area.
Detailed location data for Yackandandah includes the postcode (3749), telephone area code (03), and local government area (Indigo 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 Yackandandah 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. |