Camperdown sits at the heart of Corangamite shire, an agricultural production powerhouse with the major tourist destinations on the Great Ocean Road to the south.
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The dairy industry provides both medium-scale production, such as Camperdown Dairy's milk and butter, and boutique products like those crafted by members of the 12 Apostles Food Artisans group.
Many businesses provide goods and services to the farming sector, or manufacturing, selling and distributing the region's produce.
Camperdown is well situated to capitalise on national and international visitors returning to Melbourne after travelling the Great Ocean Road.
Camperdown has much to offer for those starting a new business, including affordable property prices, road and train, and proximity to Melbourne (2.5 hours), Geelong (2 hours) and Ballarat (1.5 hours).
The Princes Highway provides a strategic transport link between Melbourne and Adelaide with duplication west from Colac set to improve visitor and transport connections.
It is an important thoroughfare for the Great South Coast region's $1.8 billion agriculture sector which produces a third of Victoria's beef, a third of its dairy, a third of its lamb and one quarter of its wool.
Camperdown is a forager's delight with a range of antiques and collectibles stores, while fashionable shoppers can also update their wardrobes. There are also plenty of places to eat, from a la carte restaurants and pub meals to cafés.
Be sure to call into Camperdown Courthouse Information and Arts just opposite the clock tower for the good oil on where to begin your search and a guide to help you on your way.
