Towong Shire
Towong Shire scores well on sustainability (72/100) but only 40/100 on community services — a gap worth watching.
"Victoria's remote northeast — Tallangatta, Corryong, and the Upper Murray"
See where Towong Shire ranks: Best Councils in Victoria 2026
Victoria · rural council · Pop. 6,237
Data last updated: 2024-25 · Data confidence: high
Overall Score
52 out of 100
#12 of 19 rural councils in VIC
#43 in Victoria
Score Breakdown
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Sustainability | 72/100 |
| Community Services | 40/100 |
| Lifestyle & Amenity | 54/100 |
| Core Operations | 44/100 |
What This Means For You
Among rural councils, Towong Shire performs strongest in Sustainability (scoring 72 out of 100 against peers), with room to improve in Community Services (currently 40 out of 100).
What Makes This Place Unique
Victoria's remote northeast — Tallangatta, Corryong, and the Upper Murray
Towong is one of Victoria's most remote municipalities, covering Tallangatta, Corryong, and the Upper Murray region bordering NSW. It's mountain and river country — the Murray's headwaters flow through here — with tiny communities, cattle farming, and extraordinary natural beauty.
Known For
- Corryong — gateway to the Man from Snowy River country and the Upper Murray
- Tallangatta — the town that was moved to make way for Lake Hume
- Lake Hume — major water storage with recreation and houseboat holidays
- Remote mountain farming and timber country
Living Here
Towong is genuinely remote — Corryong is 5+ hours from Melbourne. This is for people who want to live at the end of the road in beautiful mountain country. Services are very basic. The community is tight-knit and self-reliant.
Hidden Gem
The Bringenbrong Bridge area — where you can stand in Victoria, look across the Murray to NSW, and see the river at its youngest and clearest.