Quambatook

Quambatook is situated on the Avoca River and was originally settled when the gold fever of the 1850's passed and a large number of men were faced with making a living from farming.

The Government of the 1870’s introduced land laws to reclaim part of the squatters’ territory. The following years saw Quambatook emerge as one of Victoria’s flourishing wheat and sheep areas. These industries are still alive and well with tonnes of grain produced annually.

While in Quambatook you can choose to stay at either the local caravan park or hotel. Country music artist John Williamson was born in Quambatook and lived there till his late teens. Many of his songs have evolved from his Quambatook days and a mini hall of fame is being established featuring a range of memorabilia belonging to the famous singer.

Quambatook is commonly known as Australia’s Tractor Pull capital, thanks to the famous Tractor Pull held there every Easter Saturday.
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