Rupanyup

Rupanyup - Accommodation

Rupanyup - Attractions

Rupanyup - Eat & Drink

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First surveyed in 1873, the town located on Dunmunkle Creek was originally known as Lallat but by 1876 had become known as Rupanyup, Aboriginal word meaning “branch hanging over water”. The striking central plantation and landscaped area that divides the Wimmera Highway as it passes through the centre of town entices the weary traveller to stop, relax and soak up the atmosphere of this delightful Wimmera Township. The Rupanyup Railway Station dates from 1890 and the Post Office, the Memorial Hall (a former cinema), the old CBA Bank and the Commercial Hotel all have their own special character. The Anglican Church (1912), Masonic Lodge (1918) and the heritage listed Primary School (1878) are other notable buildings and the paper recycling depot began life as the Morrl Morrl School in 1885 before being relocated to its current site. The local cemetery off Dyer Street also provides an insight into the early history of the district.