Cathkin is a locality in Central Victoria, in Australia. It is a small stop along the Goulburn Valley Highway, and is approximately 100 km North from Melbourne.
Cathkin Victoria | |
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![]() ![]() Cathkin | |
Coordinates | 37°09′S 145°35′E |
Population | 25 (2016 census)[1] |
Postcode(s) | 3714 |
LGA(s) | Shire of Murrindindi |
The railway to Mansfield arrived in the locality from Tallarook in 1890, being closed on 18 November 1978.[2] The last passenger service was on 28 May 1977.[3]
Cathkin was the junction of a short branch railway to Koriella, which opened in September 1890 and was later extended to Alexandra in 1909. The branch closed at the same time as the line to Mansfield.[2]
Localities in the Shire of Murrindindi | |
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