[1] The land contains many large volcanic rocks making it poor for cultivating crops.

The rocks have been used to build walls between paddocks – characteristic of the area west of Melbourne.

The rich, red volcanic soil in the area has helped build the reputation of local wineries.

Earlier agricultural activities in Rockbank date back to the pastoral exploits of William Cross Yuille on the plains.

[12] Rockbank is also serviced by two bus routes and one Night Network bus route: The town has an Australian rules football and netball team, the Western Rams, competing in Division Two of the Western Football Netball League.