Business categories in Echuca, VIC

Welcome to Echuca, VIC

Echuca is on the banks of the Murray and Campaspe rivers. The town is the largest settlement in the Shire of Campaspe. The river port of Echuca is home to the largest paddle steamer collection in the world and has a population of almost 13,000.

History

The town was once the largest inland port in Australia. It takes its name from the Aboriginal word meaning meeting of the waters. The colonial town was founded by an ex-convict named Henry Hopwood in 1850 when he first operated a river crossing in the area.

Lifestyle and Entertainment

The town is home to a horse racing club and a golf course. Tourism is the area’s main industry and there are many reputable restaurants in the area. Water sports including canoeing and water skiing are also popular attractions and there are plenty of shops in Echuca too. The town has reliable transport links including road, river, and railway.