Latrobe City

Situated in the centre of Gippsland, Latrobe City is a substantial regional centre offering a diverse range of business, tourism and lifestyle opportunities. Encompassing large regional cities, small rural towns, rural farmlets and forest hideaways, Latrobe City has all of the benefits of a major regional centre while offering unbeatable lifestyle opportunities. Latrobe City towns encompass Boolarra, Churchill, Glengarry, Moe, Morwell, Traralgon, Toongabbie, Tyers, Yallourn North and Yinnar. Learn more about Latrobe City towns.

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Latrobe City hosts many widely recognised events including national and internationl sporting events such as the Victorian Junior Tennis Championships and International Championships and the Water-ski Championships. Other highlights of the event calendar include the annual Latrobe Spring Racing Carnival and the prestigious Moe Cup, the Chinese Festival and Moe Jazz Festival. Week to week, there is always something different happening whether it be a local market with fresh produce, a local community event, miniature train rides in Newman Park Traralgon or live shows at the Performing Arts Centre. Search the Calendar of Events to find out what's happening today.

Enjoy alfresco dining and sidewalk cafes by day and fine dining restaurants and excellent pubs and clubs by night. With a string of bars, pubs and clubs in Latrobe City, there is a venue to suit everyone, each offering great atmosphere and entertainment.

Shopping arcades and plazas mark the commercial centres of Latrobe City. The shopping is fabulous with national retail chain stores, individual specialty stores and classy boutiques, you're bound to find something special.  

A multiplex cinema, leisure centres, ten pin bowling, go karts, football grounds, sporting stadiums and scenic golf courses provide every opportunity to compete in your favorite sport. For the more adventurous, visit the Latrobe Regional Airport to experience the thrill of skydiving and gliding or scenic flights over the Gippsalnd region. Search for attractions and activities in Latrobe City. 

Discover the rich history of the region at Old Gippstown, Gippsland's Heritage Park and take an interperative journey through historical Gippsland. Or take a ride on the Walhalla Goldfields Railway and explore the Long Tunnel Extended Gold Mine in historic Walhalla. A visit to PowerWorks will enable you to experience multimedia and interactive exhibits, view giant dredges as well as participate in a tour to the Open Cut Mines and venture inside one of the power stations. Search attractions in Latrobe City.

Latrobe City is renowned for its parks and gardens. Explore the cool temperate rainforest and journey along the suspension bridge at Tarra Bulga National Park, view the native and rare orchids at Morwell National Park and enjoy the beaty of the internationally renowned Morwell Centenary Rose Garden with over 3 000 rose bushes to meander through. Search for more parks and gardens.

Hazelwood Pondage is unique in providing warm water all year round, making it perfect for swimming, boating and water skiing. Lake Narracan is also popular for water activities and boating enthausiasts and is also popular for family picnics. During the summer months, cool down at one of Latrobe City's outdoor pools or do some laps at one of the indoor swimming pools. Search for swimming and boating activities.

The wonderful and varied landscape of Latrobe City has given rise to a wealth and diversity of creativity with many artists drawing inspiration from their surroundings. The Latrobe Regional Gallery houses an impressive collection of permanent and travelling art exhibitions. Also dotted around Latrobe City are intimate art studio spaces, working galleries and small unique craft groups. Search for Arts and Culture in Latrobe City.

Just 90 minutes drive from Melbourne, Latrobe City lies in the centre of Gippsland. The best of beaches, lakes, the mountain high country and snowfields are all within easy reach. The natural attractions are unmatched for their beauty and the wide open spaces are perfect for four wheel driving, hiking, fishing, camping, bushwalking or simply relaxing. Explore the wider Gippsalnd region.