and is a good launching point for exploring the lakes. It provided access to some of the best fishing to be found in Victoria, however, fish stocks have been significantly depleted through over-fishing, nutrient run-off and destruction of sea-grass habitat. Tourism Other tourist attractions in the area include: Paynesville Maritime Museum Raymond Island - well known locally for its large koala population. Ninety Mile Beach - accessible by boat from the town. The Lakes National Park Nearby towns include Bairnsdale, Metung, Eagle Point, and Lakes Entrance. Education Carey Baptist Grammar School has an outdoor education camp near Paynesville called Carey Toonallook (sic). References External links Official East Gippsland tourism website Fishing communities in Australia Towns in Victoria (Australia) Shire of East Gippsland