Yambuna, 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 Yambuna, in the Campaspe Shire local government area.
| Locality | Yambuna |
| State | Victoria (VIC) |
| Local Government Area | Campaspe Shire |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT) |
| Remoteness | Inner Regional Australia |
| Latitude | -36.15277 |
| Longitude | 144.97302 |
| Population | 103 |
| Density | 2.2 /km² |
| Area | 47.6 km² |
| Elevation | 99 m |
| Postcode | 3621 |
| Area Code | 03 |
| Distance to Melbourne | 185 km north |
Yambuna is a locality in the Campaspe Shire local government area of Victoria, Australia. It is a small community with a population of 103. The locality covers an area of 47.6 km², giving a population density of about 2.2 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 99 m above sea level. It lies approximately 185 km north of Melbourne. Yambuna is located at 36.1528°S, 144.9730°E. It observes Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT). Postcode: 3621. The Australian Bureau of Statistics classifies the area as Inner Regional Australia.
Yambuna lies under a wide, often brilliant sky, where the flat plains of the Campaspe Shire stretch towards horizons that promise nothing but more of the same, a quiet expanse that seems to absorb all sound. It lies 45.8 km west-north-west of Shepparton, VIC (from Shepparton, VIC: bearing 302°T), and is situated 10.5 km north of Tongala. The land here is a study in subtle greens and ochres, punctuated by the darker, more robust shapes of scattered gum trees and the occasional, stoic fence line. The air, especially in the late afternoon, carries a dry, earthy scent, a testament to the sun's persistent work, and the light softens into a warm, golden hue, bathing the low-lying fields in a gentle glow that invites contemplation.
Historically, Yambuna’s character has been shaped by the agricultural pursuits that define its economy, primarily sheep grazing and the cultivation of grains, a lifeblood drawn from the fertile, if sometimes parched, soil. This enduring connection to the land has fostered a sense of continuity, where the rhythm of the seasons dictates the pace of life, and a quiet resilience is evident in the weathered faces of its long-term residents. The nearby Campaspe River, a vital artery for the region, plays a crucial role, its presence a constant reminder of the water's preciousness and its capacity to sustain life in this often arid landscape, a stark contrast to the vastness that surrounds Yambuna.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Yambuna, 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 Yambuna, in the Campaspe Shire local government area.
Detailed location data for Yambuna includes the postcode (3621), telephone area code (03), and local government area (Campaspe 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 Yambuna 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. |