About Casterton
Casterton is situated on the Glenelg River amongst rolling hills and river red gums. It is the birthplace of the Kelpie, and is located in the heart of the Western District of Victoria. Casterton is surrounded by large areas of agroforestry and native vegetation. This provides habitat for many native animals and birds including the endangered Red Tailed Black Cockatoo.
Community Clubs and Organisations
Casterton lists about 90 clubs and organisations on the Glenelg Shire community directory. This link takes you to the Glenelg Shire directory. Search for "Casterton" to find our community organisations.
The Australian Kelpie Muster is a premier event held every Queen's Birthday long weekend. A fun family day on Saturday with dog trials and auction on Sunday. This weekend provides the best of Kelpie action.
You will find this web site a valuable resource for family links and local history.
Casterton's May race carnival is a popular event on the horse racing calendar. The course is located in a natural amphitheatre surrounded with rolling hills and local rivers.
Held every November, the Casterton Show is a major event on the calendar with dogs, cattle, sheep, equestrian, speed shear competition, indoor events such as baking, photography and art and sideshows, music and entertainment for everyone.
Casterton's own community web site provides further details about Casterton.
Casterton is located in the northern part of Glenelg Shire, an area of 6212sq km next to the South Australia border. Other centres in the shire include Portland, Heywood, Dartmoor and Nelson.