Sale, 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 Sale, in the Wellington Shire local government area.
| Locality | Sale |
| State | Victoria (VIC) |
| Local Government Area | Wellington Shire |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT) |
| Remoteness | Inner Regional Australia |
| Latitude | -38.10606 |
| Longitude | 147.0813 |
| Population | 14,296 |
| Density | 310.6 /km² |
| Area | 46.0 km² |
| Elevation | 12 m |
| Postcode | 3850 |
| Area Code | 03 |
| Distance to Melbourne | 188 km east |
Sale is a locality in the Wellington Shire local government area of Victoria, Australia. It has a population of 14,296. The locality covers an area of 46.0 km², giving a population density of about 310.6 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 12 m above sea level. It lies approximately 188 km east of Melbourne. Sale is located at 38.1061°S, 147.0813°E. It observes Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT). Postcode: 3850. The Australian Bureau of Statistics classifies the area as Inner Regional Australia.
Sale sits as a jewel of the Wellington Shire, its character shaped by the vast, shimmering expanse of water that defines its very being. It lies 50.2 km east-north-east of Traralgon, VIC (from Traralgon, VIC: bearing 78°T), and is situated 5.1 km east of Wurruk. The Latrobe River, a broad, languid artery, courses through the landscape, its banks fringed with the cool, green embrace of gums and wattles, their leaves whispering secrets on the breeze. Beyond the immediate waterways, the land gently swells and recedes, a patchwork of fertile paddocks where cattle graze contentedly, the distant bleating of sheep a soft counterpoint to the rustle of wind through the grass. The light here, particularly as dusk settles, possesses a unique quality, softening the edges of the world and casting a warm, golden hue across the water, reflecting the quiet dignity of the surrounding countryside.
The history of Sale is inextricably linked to its waterways, serving as a vital hub for transport and trade since its early days. The establishment of the port and the development of the Gippsland Lakes as a significant economic driver laid the foundation for the town's prosperity. Agriculture, particularly dairy farming and grazing, remains a cornerstone of Sale's economy, the rich soil yielding bountiful harvests. The town also boasts a strong connection to the natural environment, with nearby national parks offering opportunities for exploration and recreation, drawing visitors who appreciate the unique blend of rural charm and accessible wilderness. The spirit of Sale is one of quiet resilience and a deep connection to the land and its waters, a place where the pace of life allows for an appreciation of the simple, enduring beauty of the Gippsland region.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Sale, 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 Sale, in the Wellington Shire local government area.
Detailed location data for Sale includes the postcode (3850), telephone area code (03), and local government area (Wellington 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 Sale 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. |