Murchison is a small community full of character and charm situated on the banks of the Goulburn River, 35 kilometres south of Shepparton. Known as the "River Bank Garden Town", the serenity and friendliness of Murchison is a pleasure to experience.

Dig deeper and you will discover Murchison has been witness to a rich tapestry of monumental historical events.

Gold was discovered in the area in 1853 and the township, named after Captain John Murchison, was established in 1854. From the old township and cemetery you get a real understanding of life during the gold rush.

Murchison was the site of the legendary Murchison Meteorite which broke up in the skies above the town on 28 September 1969. Fragments of the meteorite are on display in many museums around the globe with the meteorite estimated to be 4.5 billion years old. The Murchison Meteorite is etched in the minds of locals who are more than willing to tell the story of their experience.