A Mediterranean style climate with plenty of sunshine makes Cohuna the ideal location for agriculture and a relaxing lifestyle. The following table shows monthly average temperature & rainfall. Rainfall averages 350 / 400mm per annum. This climate is perfect for irrigated agricultural production and supports one of the strongest dairy sectors in Australia.

The Cohuna township has world class services supplying the local community. You’ll be impressed by the range of retail shops and the attractive main street setting opposite the beautiful Gunbower Creek. Cohuna hosts a range of banking, financial and legal facilities, hotels and cafes, supermarket chain stores, clothing and hardware retailers, machinery and major motor vehicle dealerships – all you need for a comfortable lifestyle in one of the prettiest towns along the Murray!

Have you ever dreamt about reducing the mortgage? It won’t cost you the earth to own your own slice of real estate in Cohuna. Average housing prices are way below that of larger cities and towns. You may even like to consider building your new dream home in the relaxing rural setting! New land is soon to be developed accommodating up to 50 homes.

Cohuna is home to Stuart Appleby, the successful World Golfer. The Cohuna Golf Club is the best kept secret along the Murray River with a 72 par, 18 hole, flat to undulating golf course uniquely carved out of the Redgum forest. It is a tight course with a selection of animals and bird life, creek frontage and bunkers. Visitors are welcome 7 days a week, subject to club events.

Other sports include:
• Football & Netball
• Water Skiing
• LawnTennis
• Squash
• Indoor Basketball
• Badminton
• Cricket
• LawnBowls
• Indoor Hockey
• Aerobics
• Swimming Pool & Water Slide
• Little Athletics

Each year people enjoy fishing the beautiful inland waters of the Murray River and Gunbower Creek. The large number of trees and streams within the area provide a valuable source of food and shelter for native fish.

If the fish are biting, anglers are within minutes of Cohuna for bait, food, petrol and fishing & camping gear.

• Close proximity to Melbourne and major markets
• Flexible workforce & employment options
• Attractively priced housing & industrial land
• Low crime rates
• Supportive rural community
• Range of sporting facilities
• Transport infrastructure
• Proximity to Murray river
• Quality irrigation supplies
• Excellent Education facilities
• Outstanding Hospital & Allied Health Services
• Superb Retirement Options
• Lifestyle, lifestyle, lifestyle

Are you considering your employment future? Cohuna has a huge variety of employment options from manufacturing industries, farm based enterprises, professional services and part time retail work.
Expansion of our manufacturing industries has seen a real demand for welders and metal trades people to support business growth. Opportunities exist for farm workers including milkers, irrigation managers and seasonal contractors. The health sector provides opportunity for nurses and domestic staff whilst our schools provide employment options.

Planned expansion of Cohuna’s flourishing dairy industry is predicted to create many new employment opportunities with a requirement for skilled and unskilled positions into the future.

If you’re keen to consider Cohuna we can assist with employment options!

Council has developed a fully serviced industrial estate that caters for a range of industries. This estate is filling rapidly with options being considered for expansion. Attractive purchasing arrangements are available for new business ventures. Join the many professional businesses that have established their head quarters in Cohuna such as Mawsons, Ellwaste, Archards Irrigation, Northern Herd Development and Automated Water Management Australia, just to name a few!

Gannawarra Shire Council (encompassing the Cohuna community) is an innovative Local Government Authority. The Shire is supportive of local development and proactive in attracting and supporting new industry development across both the rural and urban sectors. We can assist with infrastructure and planning issues and facilitate many of the regulatory processes. Let us assist in making your transition an easy one! The Cohuna community is keen to welcome new businesses and new employees to the Cohuna township – join the many people who are proud to call Cohuna home!

Other non-sport attractions include:

-Rock’n Roll Dance Club
-Patchwork Clubs
-Spinners and Weavers Group
-Woodwork Group
-Apex Club
-Lions Club
-Masonic Lodge
-Senior Citizens Club
-Guides and Scouts
-Trefoil
-University of the Third Age - U3A
-Country Womens Association