Yarras

Yarras is a rural locality in Victoria, Australia, situated in the Yarra Valley region along the upper reaches of the Yarra River. The name likely derives from the river and reflects the area’s long association with agriculture and viticulture.

Geography and land use: The landscape is gently rolling with river flats and hill slopes. The area supports vineyards, orchards, and mixed-farm enterprises, as well as pockets of native woodland and reserves. Proximity to the Yarra River influences microclimates that are favorable for cool-climate grape varieties.

History: Long before European settlement, Indigenous peoples occupied the region. European colonization in the 19th century brought farming, timber, and small-scale industry, shaping settlement patterns that persist in the present.

Economy and community: Yarras remains a sparsely populated rural locality. Agriculture and viticulture are important, with some boutique producers and agritourism activity. Residents rely on nearby towns for services such as shopping, education, and healthcare.

Transport and governance: The locality is accessed by regional roads connecting to larger towns; there is limited public transport in the immediate area. Yarras falls within the broader jurisdiction of regional planning frameworks for the Yarra Valley.

See also: Yarra Valley, Yarra River.