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Orbost

Timber Town on the Snowy River

Close to the coast and situated in the geographic centre of East Gippsland, Orbost is a medium-sized timber town settled in the foothills around the lower reaches of the Snowy River. With the Snowy River Flats reputed to be amongst the most fertile in the world, the area supports primary production industries including vegetables, dairying and beef cattle. Logging, sawmilling and timber processing are an integral part of the regions economy with Victoria's most productive forest area is located around Orbost.

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