Horsham

About Horsham

Horsham has a population of around 13,500 and is the heart of the Wimmera agriculture and cropping region.  Thousands of tourists and rock climbing enthusiasts from around the world visit each year to experience Mount Arapiles and the Grampians National Park.

Under normal weather conditions the region boasts many fine lakes, and a Wimmera River system, that is extremely popular with fishing, boating, swimming and water enthusiasts.

Horsham hosts a range of quality major sporting and cultural events. You can view the fine collection of Australian art and photography at the Horsham Regional Art Gallery, and attend live music and theatre events at the Wesley Performing Arts Centre.

Shopping

Safeway and Coles are the main supermarket chains in Horsham. Please note that the opening hours are typically more restricted than those in the city.

The Horsham Market is held on the 2nd Sunday of every month at the Horsham Showgrounds, McPherson St.

Dining

You'll find many fine restaurants, hotel bistros, cafés, bakeries, and take away to choose from. The warm dry climate is also perfect for alfresco dining with a glass of fine wine from one of western Victoria’s many wineries!

Sports and Recreation

If you enjoy outdoor activity visit the Horsham Police Paddock, which covers an area of 48ha, providing recreational opportunities for walkers, cyclists, anglers, bird watchers and dog owners in a woodland setting.

The Wimmera River is also a favourite spot for rowing, kayaking and canoeing, and the banks feature a number of picnic and BBQ areas.

Mount Arapiles and the nearby Grampians National Park offer world-renown rock climbing opportunities.

For those who prefer the indoors, visit the Horsham Aquatic Centre, which features an indoor-heated pool (25m, 8 lanes), and a leisure/program pool, gymnasium and recreation hall, creche/meeting room, kiosk and outdoor cafe.

The Horsham Golf Course is known as country Victoria’s best (awarded by the pro-am circuit).

Banks

There are six major banks: the Bendigo Bank, St George, Westpac, CBA, NAB and ANZ.
Bank hours are typically 9.00am - 4.00pm, Monday to Friday, although ATMs allow 24/7 access to funds.

Library and Internet Access

The Horsham Library is located at the Mibus Centre in McLachlan St and is open from 10.00am - 5.30pm Monday to Friday, and from 9.30am - 1.00pm Saturday.

Internet access is available to students at the library (see opening hours above), and at the Visitor information centre (see 'Further information' below).

Local Transport

Buses circulate the Horsham urban area on six main routes, Monday to Saturday. There are no services on public holidays. Concession is available to students (student identification must be provided). For further information on timetables contact wimmeraroadways.com.au or phone 03 5382 2819.

Post Offices, Fuel and Other Services

The Main Post Office in Horsham is located at 29 Firebrace St and is open from 9.00am - 5.00pm Monday to Friday.

There are seven petrol stations in Horsham. The Caltex Petrol Station is open 24/7.

There are two laundromats in Horsham - in Firebrace St and Dooen Rd.

Information on places of worship and service times can be found in Friday's local paper, the "Wimmera Mail Times".

Travel Times

Horsham is located 300 kilometres north west of Melbourne and is accessible by both car and train. The travel time by car is approximately 3 hours 15 minutes.  If you are travelling from a destination other than Melbourne, or would like further information on transport to Horsham, visit VicLink.

Further Information

View more information on Hosrham

or contact the Horsham Visitor Information Centre:
20 O’Callaghan’s Parade
Horsham, VIC 3402
Freecall Ph: 1800 633 218

For a Map of Horsham visit Wilkins Tourist Maps. Select 'Towns' from the top menu, type 'Horsham' in the search box and then select ‘Horsham - VIC' from the list.