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Overview

Per the 2021 Census, Paynesville is home to 3,636 residents and sits 293 km east of Melbourne in the Shire of East Gippsland. Known as Victoria’s “boating capital”, the town sits on the eastern end of Lake Victoria near Lake King, offering easy launch points for sailing, fishing and exploring the Gippsland Lakes. A vibrant sporting scene includes sailing, bowls, tennis, netball, Australian Rules football and a successful cricket club, while the Gippsland Lakes Yacht Club runs sail‑training and sailability programmes for locals and visitors alike.

Family life is supported by Paynesville Primary School, a Uniting Kindergarten and nearby outdoor education facilities such as Camp Toonallook. The Raymond Island Ferry links the town to the predominantly residential Raymond Island, famous for its koala population, adding a unique waterfront housing option. Amenities such as the Paynesville Maritime Museum, fire station and a range of waterfront apartments and motels provide convenient services and accommodation for a relaxed, lakeside lifestyle.