Did you know - Echuca was founded by Henry Hopwood, an ex-convict who in 1850 bought a small punt which operated across the Murray River. The settlement was originally know as 'Hopwoods Ferry until named 'Echuca' in 1854.

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Paddlesteamers of Echuca

Of all the iconic sites and attractions of Echuca Moama we would have to nominate the paddlesteamers and riverboats as the favourite amongst locals and visitors. There is little more as impressive in regional Victoria than the sight and sound of these vast and impossing Queens of the Murray River steaming along the waterways. In this section you will find details of the paddlesteamers that once plyed the waters but have long since gone.

Echuca Architecture and Buildings ( 4 items )

Echuca Architecture
Echuca - Moama is abundant with architectural memories of the colonial settlement days. From the historically significant Port of Echuca to the main streets you will find buildings and structures representing the work of Echuca - Moama's early pioneers.
Echuca Chronology ( 1 items )

Echuca Chronology
Since it was first settled in 1842 Echuca - Moama has grown into what today is one of Victoria's major tourism destinations. Of course over the years it has experienced many events which have culminated to form the towns as we find them today. Here you will find a brief chronology as well as details of some of the more significant events.
Echuca Moama Demographics ( 2 items )

Echuca Demographics
Echuca Moama Local History ( 6 items )

Echuca Moama
Local History
Echuca People ( 10 items )

Echuca Famous People
From it's humble beginnings as a river crossing to the hustle and bustle of being Australia's largest inland port, Echuca - Moama was home to many interesting characters who gained fame, wealth and notoriety from their successes and failures. The You will find stories on one time convicts to polticians and reputable business people, many of whom have left an endearing legacy which helps give Echuca - Moama the ambience it retains today.