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Castlemaine - Kerang

22,170 km²

Older adults and families live across the vast landscape of Castlemaine - Kerang. This sprawling region covers over 22,000 square kilometres and is mostly car-dependent for daily needs. It has a larger First Nations population than most similar areas, though many residents face significant financial hurdles. The community is spread out across the Loddon region, making it a place where distance defines the pace of life.

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First Nations

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There are 1,190 First Nations people here, who are noticeably older with a typical age of 27. However, they face hardships, as typical household incomes are $1,110, which is well below the Victorian figure of $1,565.

1,190 First Nations people

27 yrs Median age Here 27 yrs Vic 24 yrs Aus 24 yrs

31.3% Year 12 Here 31.3% Vic 42.4% Aus 37.0%

12.0% Unemployment Here 12.0% Vic 9.6% Aus 12.3%

$470 Median income Here $470 Vic $619 Aus $540

$1,110 Household income Here $1,110 Vic $1,565 Aus $1,507

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Most of the area is car-dependent, with a walkability score of 3.7 that is far below the state average. Access to basics is limited; for example, only 42% of homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, compared to 74% across Victoria.

3.7 Walk score

3.9 Types ≤15 min