Victoria location profile
Myrniong VIC 3341
Myrniong is a small rural township in Moorabool Shire known for rolling hills, bluestone heritage and a peaceful country feel. With easy freeway access, it attracts families and tree-changers seeking space while staying connected to Bacchus Marsh, Ballan, Ballarat and Melbourne.
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Why families consider Myrniong
Predominantly owner-occupied lifestyle acreages and farms, a close-knit and quiet community with many commuters; relaxed country living with strong outdoor and equestrian interests.
Amenities & services
- The Plough @ Myrniong (gastropub/restaurant)
- The Village Bacchus Marsh shopping centre (nearby)
- Bacchus Marsh Plaza (nearby)
- Djerriwarrh Health Services - Bacchus Marsh Hospital (nearby)
- Ballan District Health & Care (nearby)
- Cafes and eateries in Bacchus Marsh and Ballan
- Bacchus Marsh Library (Moorabool Libraries), Bacchus Marsh
- Ballan Library (Moorabool Libraries), Ballan
Transport & connectivity
- Bacchus Marsh Station (V/Line Ballarat line)
- Ballan Station (V/Line Ballarat line)
- M8 Western Freeway (direct to Melbourne and Ballarat)
- Myrniong–Trentham Road (C318)
- Limited school bus and V/Line coach services
Lifestyle & recreation
- Werribee Gorge State Park (hiking, rock climbing at Falcon's Lookout)
- Pykes Creek Reservoir (boating, fishing, picnic areas)
- Myrniong Recreation Reserve (oval, tennis)
- Lerderderg State Park (bushwalking and 4WD, nearby)
- Bacchus Marsh Golf Club (nearby Maddingley)
- Werribee Gorge State Park
- Myrniong State Forest
- Pykes Creek Recreation Reserve
- Pentland Hills bushland
- Lerderderg State Park
Education context
No childcare in the township; long day care, kindergarten and family day care available in Bacchus Marsh and Ballan (about 10–15 minutes' drive).
- Federation University Australia – Mt Helen Campus (Ballarat)
- Victoria University – Footscray Park Campus (Melbourne's west)