Overview
Barmah and Lower Moira are located at the western most edge of the Shire of Moira. .
The township of Barmah is a major gateway into the Barmah National Forest, which is the largest river red gum forest in the world. The forest is listed under the Ramsar Convention for its wetlands, and has been identified as an Important Bird Area. It is rich in bird species and is the breeding ground for the superb parrot, a species listed as vulnerable on the IUCN Red List.
The Barmah Forest is on the floodplain of the Murray River, and when it floods is an important breeding ground for Murray cod. Flooding is enhanced by the geological features of the riverbed, as the channel narrows at a spot known as the Barmah Choke.
25,000 years ago an uplift of land along the Cadell fault forced the Murray River onto a new course for 500km. The river had to wind its way through the Barmah choke taking over the Goulburn River in the process. This change is still visible today, and can be seen as a continuous, low, earthen embankment along the road leading into Barmah from the west.
Barmah Forest is an important cultural and spiritual site for the Yorta Yorta people, who maintain a major presence in Barmah through their Yenbena Training Centre, Administration Centre and the Dharnya Centre..
The Barmah Forest is also a popular tourist spot for its extensive walking areas and camping spots.
As at the last census, the township of Barmah has a population of 229. The township of Lower Moira has a population of 30.
Community Groups
| Name | Contact |
| The Barmah Community Steering Group | info@moira.vic.gov.au |
| Barmah Preschool and Kindergarten | https://www.moira.vic.gov.au/Residents/Families-ch... |
| The Yenbena Training Centre | https://yynac.com.au/ |
| The Dharnya Centre | https://www.parks.vic.gov.au/places-to-see/parks/d... |
| The Barmah Pub Social Club | https://www.barmahhotel.com.au/ |
| Barmah Food Shack | https://www.facebook.com/groups/505483030504707/ |
| Beautify Barmah | |
| Pickleball Power | |
| Nathalia Barmah Pony Club | https://www.facebook.com/groups/1448356745409331/ |
| Heart to Heart Respite House | https://m.facebook.com/p/Heart-to-Heart-Respite-Ho... |
