Reedy Lake, 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 Reedy Lake, in the Gannawarra Shire local government area.
| Locality | Reedy Lake |
| State | Victoria (VIC) |
| Local Government Area | Gannawarra Shire |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT) |
| Remoteness | Outer Regional Australia |
| Latitude | -35.66715 |
| Longitude | 143.88753 |
| Population | 26 |
| Density | 0.9 /km² |
| Area | 30.5 km² |
| Elevation | 76 m |
| Postcode | 3579 |
| Area Code | 03 |
| Distance to Melbourne | 257 km north-northwest |
Reedy Lake is a locality in the Gannawarra Shire local government area of Victoria, Australia. It is a small community with a population of 26. The locality covers an area of 30.5 km², giving a population density of about 0.9 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 76 m above sea level. It lies approximately 257 km north-northwest of Melbourne. Reedy Lake is located at 35.6671°S, 143.8875°E. It observes Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT). Postcode: 3579. The Australian Bureau of Statistics classifies the area as Outer Regional Australia.
Reedy Lake lies as a shimmering ribbon of life across the flat, fertile plains of the Gannawarra Shire. It lies 126.1 km north-north-west of Bendigo, VIC (from Bendigo, VIC: bearing 344°T), and is situated 7.5 km north-west of Kerang. The landscape here is a study in subtle contrasts: vast expanses of ochre earth, stitched with the emerald threads of irrigated pastures, surrender to the boundless cerulean sky. The air, especially in the hushed moments of dawn, carries a crisp, clean scent, tinged with the dry perfume of eucalyptus and the faintest whisper of distant irrigation channels. Scattered stands of river red gums, their ancient limbs gnarled and reaching, offer pockets of shade and a haven for the unseen rustlings of native birds. The very texture of the land seems to hum with a quiet resilience, a deep contentment born of sun-warmed soil and the patient flow of water.
The story of Reedy Lake is intrinsically tied to the bounty of the land and the ingenuity of those who have worked it. For millennia, this country was a vital part of the traditional custodians' domain, a place of sustenance and spiritual connection, and echoes of this deep heritage can still be felt in the land's enduring spirit. Later, European settlers saw the potential for agriculture, and the development of irrigation systems transformed the dry plains into a productive agricultural heartland. The local economy here is still largely driven by the cultivation of crops like wheat and barley, alongside robust sheep and cattle grazing. The lifeblood of Reedy Lake, however, is undeniably its water, feeding not only the farms but also creating opportunities for recreational fishing and birdwatching, drawing those seeking a connection with the natural world. The gentle rhythm of daily life unfolds, punctuated by the seasons and the quiet hum of agricultural machinery, a testament to the enduring appeal of this sun-drenched, water-wise corner of Victoria.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Reedy Lake, 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 Reedy Lake, in the Gannawarra Shire local government area.
Detailed location data for Reedy Lake includes the postcode (3579), telephone area code (03), and local government area (Gannawarra 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 Reedy Lake 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. |