Cann River - Community and Information Centre
Cann River Community and Information Centre is a welcoming community hub providing visitor information, local arts and crafts, community activities and practical services for residents and travellers passing through Cann River.
Located on the Princes Highway, the centre is a useful stop for families exploring Far East Gippsland or travelling between Victoria and New South Wales.
The centre provides tourist information, community programs, an op shop and locally produced arts and crafts.
Visitor Information:
The centre provides information about Cann River and the surrounding district, including maps, brochures and visitor information.
Travellers can obtain information about local attractions, activities and places to explore in the region.
Arts, Crafts and Op Shop:
The centre has an op shop and locally produced arts and crafts.
Visitors can browse the displays and support local community activities.
Fern & Feather Community Training Cafe:
The centre is home to Fern & Feather Community Training Cafe, a community-owned cafe that opened in 2026.
The cafe serves coffee and food while providing hospitality training and practical work experience for local young people and community members.
The initiative supports employment opportunities, community programs and the development of hospitality skills in Cann River.
For information, see Fern & Feather Community Training Cafe.
Lyrebird Sculpture:
A striking metal lyrebird sculpture stands on the front lawn of the Cann River Community Centre.
Created by Orbost artist Neil Findley using salvaged steel farm machinery and equipment, the sculpture celebrates the resilience of the Cann River community following the devastating 2019/20 bushfires.
The lyrebird represents the return of wildlife to the recovering bushland and has become a symbol of strength, hope and community connection.
The sculpture is a permanent public artwork and an interesting feature for visitors stopping in Cann River.
Community Activities:
The centre offers a range of community activities and services, including:
- Playgroup activities for young children
- Art and craft activities
- Youth group activities
- Community lunches
- Workshops and learning opportunities
- Community events
- Library outreach services
Facilities and Services:
- Visitor information and local brochures
- Op shop
- Locally produced arts and crafts
- Fern & Feather Community Training Cafe
- Public lyrebird sculpture
- Free Wi-Fi
- Computer and internet access
- Printing and photocopying services
- Meeting and consultation rooms for hire
- Commercial kitchen available for hire
- Services Australia self-service facilities
- Community food bank
Opening Hours:
Opening Hours and Visitor Information
Cost:
Community Activities and Service Information
Review:
Cann River Community and Information Centre is a useful stop for families travelling through Far East Gippsland.
Although primarily a community facility, it offers several features of interest to visitors, including local arts and crafts, an op shop and tourist information.
The metal lyrebird sculpture on the front lawn is a particularly worthwhile feature. Created from recycled farm machinery, it provides an interesting example of public art while telling a story of bushfire recovery and community resilience.
The addition of Fern & Feather Community Training Cafe gives travellers another reason to stop, with food and refreshments available while supporting a worthwhile local training initiative.
Families may also be interested in the centre's playgroup and community activities, although these are primarily designed for local residents and are held at scheduled times.
For visitors travelling long distances through the region, the centre provides a convenient opportunity to obtain local information, discover community artwork and take a break from the journey.
Location
13 Princes Highway, Cann River 3894 View Map
✆ (03) 5158 6465
Email Enquiry
Web Links
→ cannrivercommunitycentre.org
