Casterton

Casterton
Tourism Victoria

Casterton is a Roman name meaning 'walled city', given to the town because of the natural wall of lush hills surrounding the valley where it lies. These hills, combined with the Glenelg River that flows through town, create an idyllic rural atmosphere. The region is colloquially known as 'Kelpie Country' as it is the birthplace of this world-famous breed of working dog. In the mid-1800s a prized Scottish collie female pup from nearby Warrock Homestead was sold to a stockman named Jack Gleeson, who named her 'Kelpie' – she was bred out with various 'black and tan' dogs, and so began the long line of the working man's best friend.

Visitor Information

Shiels Tce; (03) 5581 2070

www.castertonnow.org.au