Murtoa Progress Association News

September 7, 2023

Murtoa Silo Art & Digital Lightshow

By day and by night… an unforgettable bird mural with a special underlying meaning. The Murtoa wheat silo was given a stunning new lease on life by renowned street artist SMUG, with a breathtaking mural featuring a flock of brightly coloured birds. The artwork is inspired by the James Hill taxidermy collection, combined with the...


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July 20, 2021

Lake Marma

There is nothing more romantic than tying the knot at sunset. Lake Marma is a wonderful outdoor venue that provides an attractive backdrop for private functions, including weddings, Christmas parties, Birthday parties, etc.   The lake precinct includes manicured lawns, benches and  barbecue areas


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July 20, 2021

Murtoa Railway Station

Recently restored, Murtoa Railway Station provides a lovely, fully airconditioned meeting room and display space for hire.


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July 20, 2021

Murtoa Community House

Murtoa Community House offers space for large size events. Includes a commercial kitchen, bar, a large hall that can be partitioned and a deck overlooking Lake Marma  


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May 27, 2016

The Stick Shed

Originally built as a war-time emergency grain storage in 1941, this unique, Australian Heritage Listed structure has become a remarkable example of Aussie ingenuity and the local farming community. It was constructed using over 560 natural mountain ash poles and is 270m in length. Soaring to 19m in height and a width of 60m, it...


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May 27, 2016

Murtoa/Marma Race Club

Located at the southern edge of town, the Murtoa Race Course has good facilities and lovely, treed surrounds, with Lake Marma nearby. Murtoa retains the major event of the Murtoa Cup held in early October each year.


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