Following the discovery of gold near Rushworth, Toolleen was a bustling intersection between Melbourne-Echuca and Bendigo-Beechworth.

Toolleen marks the southern boundary of the Shire, surrounded by large agricultural holdings. Toolleen is situated 40kms from Bendigo, 80kms from Echuca and 90kms from Shepparton. In recent times, the area surrounding Toolleen has become more popular with wine grape growers, with many vineyards now located relatively close to the township.

Toolleen also marks the start or end of the “Gold and Ironbark” touring route. Along the route, visitors can stop at a range of interpretive panels which highlight the role the region played in Victoria's gold rush years.

Things to see and do

*        “Gold and Ironbark” touring route

*        Cellar door wineries located within a short drive of the township

*        Chinaman’s Bend lookout on the 400 million year old Colbinabbin range

*        Moss Valley Deer Park

Population (region)

Australian Bureau of Statistics 2006 Census of Population Information

Total population	248
Males	141
Females	107
Population characteristics
Indigenous population	0
Australian born	219
Age structure
0 to 4 years	10
5 to 14 years	32
15 to 24 years	16
25 to 54 years	85
55 to 64 years	59
65 and over	45