Population 304 (2006 census) State electorate(s) Gippsland East Local time Sunday 11:33 AM | Postcode(s) 3891 Postal code 3891 Federal division Division of Gippsland | |
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Location 498 km (309 mi) E of Melbourne
336 km (209 mi) S of Canberra
125 km (78 mi) E of Orbost
50 km (31 mi) E of Cann River
32 km (20 mi) NW of Mallacoota LGA(s) Shire of East Gippsland Weather 22°C, Wind N at 19 km/h, 65% Humidity | ||
Genoa is a town in Eastern Gippsland, Victoria, Australia. It is close to the New South Wales border where the Princes Highway crosses the Genoa River. The town is an important access point to the Croajingolong National Park. At the 2006 census, Genoa and the surrounding area had a population of 304.
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Map of Genoa VIC 3891, Australia
The Genoa Post Office opened on 9 April 1888.
In 1972 the earliest fossil trackway of primitive tetrapods were found in the Genoa River Gorge, dating back 350 million years.
Genoa Peak
Genoa Peak is located in the Croajingolong National Park, and is 490 metres (1,610 ft) above sea level at the summit. The walk to the summit is 1.5 kilometres (0.93 mi) one way, and is rated for a moderate/steep fitness level. The view includes Mallacoota Lake which is over 40 kilometres (25 mi) away.