Burrumbuttock

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Burrumbuttock is home to the award winning Wirraminna Environmental Education Centre.

The name “Burrumbuttock” comes from the Aboriginal meaning ‘Bullock’s Backbone’. It is believed that Burrumbuttock was given this name because of the rising ground between the two creeks at the township which was once a popular camping place.

From 1839 Burrumbuttock Station was originally 30,000 acres starting at Jindera gap passing through Burrumbuttock towards Walbundrie. Burrumbuttock was developed on a crossroad to Walbundrie, Brocklesby, Walla Walla and Howlong.

In 1870 the first Holy Cross Lutheran Church was dedicated, and in 1880 the Farmers Inn Hotel was established as a meeting place for locals and those passing through. A post office and school followed.

Village Highlights 

Wirraminna Environmental Education Centre

Visit this unique place and take one of the self-guided walks telling the environmental story of the area.

Enjoy a picnic or BBQ by the dam and feel at peace surrounded by our natural environment.

History and Heritage

Burrumbuttock is rich with history and heritage.

In 1870 the first Holy Cross Lutheran Church was dedicated, and the village’s pioneering history can be explored in the Burrumbuttock Cemetery behind the church.

Burrumbuttock Walking Track

From the start of the Burrum Track on Urana Road, walk south for 1.35km, and then turn onto the old stock laneway of old growth eucalyptus trees. The circut is 4.2kms and takes about 75 minutes to walk.

Burrumbuttock Recreation Ground

Home of the Brock-Burrum Saints Football, Netball & Cricket Clubs. Burrumbuttock Tennis and the Pigeon Club.

It boasts first-class sporting facilities, BBQ and a children’s playground.