Towong Council

The Shire of Towong is a local government area in the Hume region of Victoria, Australia, covering an area of 6,675 square kilometres. As of August 2021, it had a population of 6,223 and includes several towns such as Corryong, Tallangatta, and Cudgewa. Formed in 1994 from the amalgamation of the Shire of Tallangatta and Shire of Upper Murray, the Shire is named after an earlier shire that existed from 1874 to 1920. The Towong Shire Council governs and administers the area, with its headquarters located in Tallangatta and a service center in Corryong.

In Towong, a notable proportion of residents own their dwellings outright, while managerial and professional occupations dominate the workforce. Mortgage affordability is favorable compared to rent affordability. The council area is characterized by key industries such as agriculture, construction, and real estate services. The population distribution skews towards older age groups, reflecting a unique demographic profile.