10/09/2026
Quarry in Moyhu? A Look Back at a Local Site’s Long History
Tucked away off Sampson Lane, just outside Moyhu, the quarry may sit quietly in the landscape, but its history reaches back more than 40 years.
The story begins in 1983, when the Ovens and King River Trust originally opened the site under the provisions of the Water Act. Its purpose then was practical and urgent: to provide armour rock for emergency stream stabilisation works.
By 2000, The North East Catchment Management Authority received approval to operate the quarry under the provisions of the Planning and Environment Act, and the work authority was later amended to allow a variation of the work plan for GW & BR Crameri Pty Ltd. That change enabled material from Moyhu to be used in construction works on the Wangaratta-Whitfield Road in the King Valley.
It was during that road project that the material really began to prove itself. Those involved were impressed by the quality of the rock, and what had first been opened for emergency river works started to earn a reputation as a reliable local source.
Over time, the material also became highly sought after for its unique colour, making it appealing not only for strength and durability, but also for projects where appearance matters.
When NECMA’s tenure over the quarry expired in 2009, GW & BR Crameri Pty Ltd entered into an agreement with the landowner to continue quarry operations. The site has continued to operate since, supplying material for a wide range of uses.
Today, the quarry supplies everything from large landscaping rocks through to fine dust, with many sizes in between. Aggregates and road base are also part of the range, supporting both decorative landscaping and practical construction needs.
So while some may still be surprised to learn there is a quarry in Moyhu, it is certainly not new. It is a longstanding part of the district’s working history, with a story shaped by rivers, roads, local supply and the distinctive stone that continues to be valued today.