Leongatha, Administrative center in South Gippsland, Australia
The commercial hub of Leongatha extends along Blair Street and McCartin Street, featuring wide boulevards lined with retail establishments and civic buildings.
The town's foundation dates to 1845, with the post office opening as Koorooman in 1887 before being renamed Leongatha in 1891 upon railway arrival.
The Memorial Hall, constructed between 1925 and 1926, functions as a community art gallery, displaying local crafts and artistic expressions.
The town maintains educational facilities including Leongatha Secondary College, two kindergartens, and multiple childcare centers serving the regional population.
The Murray-Goulburn Dairy factory processes one-third of Australia's milk supply, making it the largest dairy cooperative in the Southern Hemisphere.
Location: Shire of South Gippsland
GPS coordinates: -38.47616,145.94586
Latest update: May 1, 2025 18:09
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