Stanhope, Victoria
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| Stanhope Victoria |
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| Population: | 513[1] |
| Postcode: | 3623 |
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| LGA: | Shire of Campaspe |
| State District: | Rodney |
| Federal Division: | Murray |
Stanhope is a small town in north central Victoria, Australia. Stanhope is 42 kilometres (26 mi) from Shepparton. It lies 228 kilometres (142 mi) north of the state capital Melbourne and 1,000 kilometres (621 mi) south east of Canberra the capital city of Australia. At the 2001 census, Stanhope had a population of 513.[1]
Like many towns in this area of Victoria it relies heavily on its fruit production, food processing and farming and a large food processing plant lies in the centre of the town.
Like much of Victoria Netball and Australian rules football are extremely popular and Stanhope hosts a footy team which is part of the Kyabram & District Football League.
Services in the town include a general convenience store, a wine bar, a pub and tennis courts .
Local landmarks include Lake Cooper and Loch Garry and other towns nearby include Girgarre East and Tatura and Echuca.
[edit] References
- ^ a b Australian Bureau of Statistics (9 March 2006). Stanhope (L) (Urban Centre/Locality). 2001 Census QuickStats. Retrieved on 2007-08-07.
