Moe

Moe is a town in the Gippsland region of Victoria that serves as a regional administrative center with essential public services. It sits within the broader landscape of this area and supports the communities surrounding it.

The town began in the 1850s when gold discoveries drew people to Victoria and the region started to grow. This period shaped it into a lasting settlement point for surrounding areas.

The town hosts regular community gatherings and events that acknowledge the Gunai-Kurnai people and their connection to this land. These occasions shape how residents and visitors understand the area's layered identity.

Visitors can reach the town by train on the Southern Railway Line or by car via the Princes Highway from Melbourne. Both connections make getting there straightforward and offer different travel options.

The town sits at the heart of one of Australia's major coal mining regions, shaping the area's economic life for more than a century. Traces of this industrial past remain visible in the landscape and infrastructure around it today.

Location: Victoria

Location: Latrobe City

Location: Shire of Baw Baw

Elevation above the sea: 76 m

Part of: Moe - Newborough

Shares border with: Tanjil South, Westbury, Hernes Oak, Moe South, Newborough, Trafalgar East

GPS coordinates: -38.17489,146.26296

Latest update: December 20, 2025 14:32