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Macedon Ranges - Moorabool
3,846 km²
Higher typical incomes for First Nations people mark the region of Macedon Ranges - Moorabool. It is a large, mostly car-dependent area where many residents live far from essential services. The community is spread across a vast landscape, with only 39.3% of homes within a 15-minute walk of basic amenities. This creates a distinct contrast between the economic success of some residents and the physical isolation of the landscape.
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First Nations residents here earn well above the state and national figures, with a typical personal income of $774. This economic strength is consistent with a low unemployment rate of 6.1% and a Year 12 completion rate that is much higher than most similar areas.
The area is mostly car-dependent, with a walkability score far below the Victorian average. Access to essentials is limited, as fewer than half of all homes are within a 15-minute walk of schools, groceries, or health services.