Our Background

Cobram is superbly positioned on the Murray River and is nearby the New South Wales township of Barooga. Exceptional sporting and recreation facilities, combined with a comfortable Mediterranean climate add to Cobram's appeal.

From the late 1830's, early explorers saw the region's open grasslands as exceptional for grazing and through agriculture the area was settled.

Settlement of the area dates from 1845 when a pastoral station was established. Growth in the region was minimal until the 1880's, when the construction of the railway occured and more of the rural land was made accessible.

Significant development occured during the post-war years, with rapid growth between the 1940s and 1960s. Expansion was spurred by the establishment of a soldier settlement scheme and immigration.

Today the surrounding rural land is used mainly for dairy farms and orchards.

Live... Our People

For many, Cobram is the ideal place to live, work and invest.

The population is currently over 5,500 people in Cobram with a further 1,000 or more people living in its close neighbour Barooga. The broader economic region including Moira Shire, Berrigan Shire and Corowa Shire has a population of over 46,000 people.

Competitive housing prices, excellent climate, a relaxed lifestyle close to water and nature-based leisure activities and the abundance of quality education, health and community service facilities make Cobram an easy choice for people to live.

Work... Our Employers

The major employers in Cobram include Murray Goulburn Co-op and Kraft Foods- dairy products, Goulburn Valley Water- water authority, Goulburn Murray Nutritionals- milk proucts, Swift Australia Pty Ltd and High Country Meats-both meat processing facilities, Yarroweyah Engineering- dairy equipment and Moira Shire Council- local government.

Small business thrives across a number of key sectors including food processing, tourism, agribusiness, manufacturing and retail. Cobram is a great place to work, whether you wish to work for an established business or to establish your own.

Invest...Our Opportunities

Economic development is supported by a progressive business community and a pro-business Shire Council, enabling prosperity, innovation and great opportunity in and around Cobram.

• FOOD PROCESSING is a major activity in Cobram and opportunities exist for further growth and development in this sector. This could include fruit and vegetable processing or juicing, fruit packing or production of dairy-based products.
• AGRIBUSINESS thrives in this region, with fruit, vegetables, grapes, grains and dairy in abundance surrounding Cobram. Other opportunities could include tomato growing, olive groves and oil production, oilseed crops, dairy, stone fruits and citrus orchards.
• TOURISM in Cobram centres on the water-based activities and camping on the Murray River and the golf and country club facilities across the border in Barooga. Other opportunities could include establishment of eco-tourism experiences and accomodation for backpackers.
• MANUFACTTURING has seen significant growth in recent years in this region. Other manufacturing opportunities include engineering support for food processing and building products due to continued growth.
• RETAIL is strong in Cobram thanks to nearby townships including Tocumwal and Barooga. Other opportunities exist in this sector including quality cafe's and restaurants, specialty food and the development of services to assist business.

Cobram is serviced by electricity, natural gas, good telecommunications and high quality water supplies. There are well-designed new industrial estates that are suitable for a variety of industries. The existing infrastructure can underpin large developments and a major expansion of industrial activity.

Our Accessibility

Cobram is perfectly placed within one hour of the major regional centres of Echuca-Moama and Shepparton. The township is connected to Melbourne by major road networks. The nearby Yarrawonga Aerodrome handles a variety of light aricraft, has agricultural capability and is being further developed.    


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