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Overview

Bairnsdale is a vibrant regional hub of East Gippsland with a 2021 Census population of 15,684. Residents enjoy riverside living along the Mitchell River, expansive centre gardens that stretch four kilometres, and easy access to the Gippsland Lakes, Macleod Morass and the nearby Mount Taylor recreation area. A strong sporting culture is supported by the Bairnsdale Aquatic and Recreation Centre, the East Gippsland Rail Trail, football and cricket clubs, and a busy racing calendar, while cultural sites such as St Mary’s Roman‑Catholic Church and historic band rotunda add character.

The town’s amenities include two high schools (Bairnsdale Secondary College and Nagle College), several primary schools and independent options nearby, a range of local media, retail and dining precincts, and health services. Transport is well‑served by the V/Line terminus at Bairnsdale railway station, regular bus services (Gillicks, Dysons, Goodalls), the Princes Highway corridor and a 280‑hectare airport offering charter and emergency flights. Housing is a mix of heritage homes on the original streets and newer dwellings in suburbs across the river such as Wy Yung, Eastwood and Lucknow, catering to diverse lifestyle preferences.

Region type mix: Regional 79%, Metro 21%.