Nyora
Overview
Nyora is the closest town to Melbourne from Prom Country, and has become a mecca for horse lovers.
The town's railway station and general store were included in the popular ABC TV program Something In The Air. The township featured in the TV series was known as 'Emu Springs'.
Nyora's iconic general store sets the perfect scene for a country town. The town also boasts a motor speedway and is a location for innovative manufacturers.
History
The Post Office opened around September 1890 replacing an office at nearby Lang Lang East open since 1885.
The South Gippsland railway line (also known as the Great Southern Railway) was opened from Dandenong to Cranbourne in 1888 and extended to Koo Wee Rup, Nyora and Loch in 1890, Korumburra and Leongatha in 1891 and Welshpool, Alberton and Port Albert in 1892. The section from Alberton to Port Albert was closed in the 1940s.
Places of interest
South Gippsland Tourist Railway
Nyora Speedway
Historic railway station
Traditoinal general store
Accommodation
The small township of Nyora offers limited accommodation options. Further information about accommodation in nearby larger towns can be found at www.visitpromcountry.com
Town statistics
| Population | 450 |
|---|---|
| Distance from Melbourne | 100 kilometres, 58 miles and 1.5 hours driving time |
| Road access | South Gippsland Highway |