Garvoc
A little further east, Garvoc is just 30 minutes from Warrnambool, with strong potential for growth.
Garvoc has long lost its churches, general store and hotel but the buildings are still there.
Garvoc does boast a stylish new hub, built by the Garvoc District Residents, with community hall and tennis courts. Shire-run Smalltalk Playgroup is based here and there’s a playground opposite the hub. The locality has a steady population of around 250 residents.
Cross the Princess Highway and find yourself in neighbouring Panmure with excellent sports facilities, tiny primary school, general store and swimming hole.