LOCKHART SHIRE FACTS

Population: 3350

Housing: (median price: $160,000)

Location: Sydney 500km, Melbourne 400km, Canberra 300km

Climate: Lockhart Shire enjoys warm summers with an average daily temperature of 31°c, while winters are mild with average highs of 14°c. Long summer days suited to a fantastic range of outdoor activities are followed by stunning sunsets and star studded nights, while winter is a great time for rugging up and heading into nature, including easy day trips to the NSW and Victoria ski fields.

Economy: Lockhart Shire is a thriving, prosperous agricultural centre supported by long established businesses and industries. The new Lockhart Industrial Park has assisted in the development of further businesses in the region, as will the new Industrial Park at The Rock. An enthusiastic Council and a warm and welcoming community ensure strong support for new business and enterprises.

TOWNS AND VILLAGES

Lockhart: A thriving little market town that acts as a business centre for surrounding farms and villages. The town is a tourist haven, with heritage verandahs, etched pavers, a farm art sculpture trail and Australia’s only wool art gallery, whilst the recently opened Industrial Park has brought new business and economy to the town.

The Rock: A quaint railway town with strong community values and a great opportunity for growth and expansion. Located on the Olympic Highway between Wagga and Albury, The Rock is emerging as a popular lifestyle choice for those wanting to escape city living while maintaining easy access to an extensive range of amenities.

Yerong Creek: Known as the ‘Vintage Village’, Yerong Creek is the oldest village in the Lockhart Shire. Settled in the 1870’s, Yerong Creek provides a great opportunity to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life with large, affordable lifestyle blocks and an ideal location on the Olympic Highway between Wagga and Albury, the region’s two largest city.

Pleasant Hills: The aptly named village of Pleasant Hills is a hidden treasure, combining a tranquil lifestyle with a vibrant community. The impressive old buildings are a living history of the strong Lutheran past, from the wattle and daub Church to the incredible workmanship of the Public Hall and the Pleasant Hills Community Hotel which is still in use today.

THE GREAT OUTDOORS

The Rock Nature Reserve: Towering high above the plains, The Rock Hill makes for a great day out. Take a picnic and hike to the top for stunning views, or meander along the tracks at the base of the Hill and enjoy fantastic fauna and flora. You never know which of our great native animals will pass you by.

Galore Hill: Another natural wonder in Lockhart Shire, Galore Hill offers fantastic walking, cycling, horse riding and rock climbing. Drive to the Summit and climb the Tower for impressive views over the surrounding landscape or enjoy a BBQ at the Saddle while the kids make the most of the play equipment. Kangaroos, wallabies, echidnas and black cockatoos are just some of the amazing wildlife regularly seen.

EDUCATION AND CHILDCARE

Lockhart Shire has 3 primary schools, 2 village schools, 2 High Schools (1 to Year 10, 1 to Year 12). School buses travel daily from Lockhart and The Rock to Wagga, and boarding school transport also runs to ensure weekends at home. Excellent child care facilities are available in Pleasant Hill, The Rock and Lockhart.

Lockhart Central School: https://education.nsw.gov.au/ 

Pleasant Hills Public School:  https://pleasanthi-p.schools.nsw.gov.au/

St Joseph’s School, Lockhart:  http://web.sjloww.catholic.edu.au/

The Rock Central School:  https://therock-c.schools.nsw.gov.au/

Yerong Creek Public School:  https://yerongck-p.schools.nsw.gov.au/

Lockhart Preschool Kindergarten: https://www.lockhart.nsw.gov.au/business-investment/lockhartpreschool@bigpond.com

HEALTH AND MEDICAL

There is a high standard of medical services and facilities available throughout Lockhart Shire including a modern and efficient Hospital, Medical Centres, Pharmacies, various Aged Care accommodation and regular visits from a variety of specialists including dentist, optometrist. A number of ancillary services are also available including Community Nurses and Home Nursing Services.

SPORTS AND RECREATION

Lockhart Shire has sports for every season. Football, tennis, cricket, squash, netball, cycling, mountain biking, bowling, athletics, abseiling, rock climbing, hang gliding, swimming, golf, fishing, horse riding and more. We’re also within easy driving distance of fantastic water skiing and the country’s only snow fields.

ENTERTAINMENT AND CULTURE

Sculptures, art and events are just a taste of what’s available in Lockhart Shire’s growing Arts scene. We have a host of groups and events throughout the Shire covering a vast range of hobbies and interests. New activities are always encouraged and enthusiastically supported by both the community and Council.

HOUSING

The affordable price of housing and choice of residential and lifestyle blocks in Lockhart Shire opens up all sorts of opportunities on the home front. It means you can have your dream home without missing out on life’s little extras. The average price for a three bedroom home averages $170,000, with an average rental of $180 per week. There are currently two residential subdivisions in Lockhart, with lot sizes ranging from 832m² to 3.85 acres. Prices for these subdivisions range from $27,000 to $187,000. The Rock and Yerong Creek also have new subdivisions which are proving very popular due to the locations, lot sizes and affordability.

For new and existing house opportunities visit  https://www.realestate.com.au/

CAREERS

Lockhart Shire is a rural service area with a healthy local economy and a progressive approach to community development. Lockhart Shire Council is the main employer however opportunities also existing in the Health & Medical profession, agricultural industries and to a lesser degree in retail. There is a modest but ongoing demand for employees in its trades and services sectors.

A wide range of business opportunities exist in the Lockhart Shire, particularly in the growing communities of The Rock and Lockhart. As well as shop front opportunities, Lockhart has a progressive Industrial Park which has recently released Stage 2. With low establishment costs, the blocks are priced at $12 m² plus GST.

LOCATION  

“ Relocating to the country improves family life and   improves career opportunity.”