Coburg

Coburg is an administrative region in the City of Merri-bek north of Melbourne, spanning about 51 square kilometers. The area combines residential neighborhoods, commercial zones, and recreational spaces within a single municipal jurisdiction.

European settlement commenced in 1837 with Robert Hoddle's survey, establishing an initial settlement of around 327 acres. This early surveyed land eventually transformed into the present-day administrative region.

The area carries the name Merri-bek, reflecting connections to Aboriginal language and adopted in 2022 following community input. This designation shapes how residents identify with their locality today.

The region receives municipal services including waste management and library facilities coordinated through the local council. Regular community meetings provide residents with opportunities to engage in local governance matters.

Residents can directly influence local budget priorities by proposing community initiatives through formal submission processes. This participatory approach gives people a say in how municipal resources are allocated.

Location: City of Merri-bek

Location: Victoria

Location: City of Darebin

Elevation above the sea: 61 m

Shares border with: Pascoe Vale South, Pascoe Vale, Coburg North, Preston, Thornbury, Brunswick East, Brunswick, Brunswick West

GPS coordinates: -37.74380,144.96450

Latest update: December 20, 2025 12:30