Quambatook

Overview

Quambatook is located on the Avoca River and has been recognised as the tractor pulling capital of Australia with an annual competition, the Australian Tractor Pulling Championships, held at Easter since 1976.

Quambatook is the birthplace of country singer John Williamson.

History

Quambatook was settled following the end of the Victorian gold rush of the 1850s. Resumption of large squatter’s land holdings for closer settlement in the 1870s lead to Quambatook becoming one of Victoria’s leading wheat and sheep producing areas.

Places of interest

Quambatook Tractor Pull event (every Easter)
John Williamson memorabilia collection in the main street

Accommodation

Accommodation is limited in the tiny town of Quambatook. However alternative accommodation is available at nearby Kerang.

For further information please contact:

Gannawarra Shire Council
Telephone: 03 5450 9333
Website: Gannawarra Shire accommodation

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