Bellerive, a suburb of the City of Clarence, on the eastern shores of the Derwent Estuary, stretches from Kangaroo Bay where it borders Rosny Park, around the curved shoreline of Bellerive Esplanade to Kangaroo Bluff, then down to Bellerive Beach and east to Second Bluff, where Bellerive borders Howrah. To the north Bellerive is bordered by the small foothills of Waverly Flora Park.
Derived from a Woiwurrung word describing a place inhabited by possums, Wollert has a steep rural history with most of the parish stemming from farmland.
Featuring a wide range of shopping options and budding apartment complexes such as the upcoming Nexus Apartments, Thomastown is the number one stop for those that love city living, while still maintaining quiet suburban joy. Less than 20km from the CBD, this lively suburb includes a library, neighbourhood house, recreation and aquatics centre and many childcare and education choices no more than a stone’s throw from the main street. An area for the kids, more than 35% of homes contain families with children, with parks and recreation areas available to them within the safety of their own streets. Connected to the Mernda Line through the state-of-the-art Thomastown Station, and various bus routes, Thomastown is your road to everywhere.
South Morang is on the Plenty River between Mill Park and Mernda and derives its name from an Aboriginal word thought to mean cloudy sky. Combining sprawling farmlands with modern developments, this suburb provides a welcoming environment for all to enjoy.
Home to the iconic Edwardes Lake, Reservoir is an established suburb with an eclectic mix of period, modern brick and weatherboard homes. Renowned for its cultural diversity, cafe lifestyle and Broadway shopping strips.
Preston is a vibrant, spirited suburb just north of the city, with plenty of schools and public transport as well as a thriving community arts scene. Whether you’re looking for a period home or a modern apartment, a produce market or a hip cafe, Preston can dial it up to suit your style. Featuring highlights such as the Darebin Music Feast, the Hungarian Chimney Van, High Street cafes and delis, Preston is sure to brighten your day with its vibrant flair and multicultural flavour. A hero of education, Preston brags many well-known schools, including the Preston Campus of Parade College, amongst others. Whether you’re drawn in by the Preston Market and its’ delicious delicacies, or the colourful and vibrant art scene amongst the streets, Preston is the place for you!
Find your place amongst one of Melbourne’s best suburbs in Mill Park, and see for yourself why locals rate it 4.1 stars! High supply and even higher demand, Mill Park should be all bustle – emphasis on should! Peaceful and quiet, this primarily residential area is made for the families, featuring highlights such as Mill Park Leisure Centre, City of Whittlesea Community Centre, picturesque lakes and walking tracks and a wonderful dog park for every breed, from bubbly Beagles to relaxed Rottweilers alike! A suburb rich in history and bordering the Plenty Gorge Parklands, Mill Park offers the perfect balance of urban sprawl within the reach of a rural setting.
Originally known as Morang, It was in 1913 that the locality was renamed Mernda, which was derived from a Woiwurrung (Wurundjeri) word meaning earth. In 1913, Mernda contained a school, a Methodist church, a Catholic church, a bakery/store, a railway station and a mechanics’ institute, as well as the Bridge Inn Hotel
Lalor is named after Peter Lalor, an activist turned Victorian state politician who led the 1854 Eureka Stockade rebellion, and it brings this free ideology to every aspect of life in the suburb, being an area populated by diversity. Located less than 20km from the CBD, with more than sixty percent of residents speaking a language other than English at home and a wide range of educational facilities such as the Lalor Library and the Education and Community Hub, Lalor is the epitome of growth and change. Brightened by impending street improvements and landscaping changes, this suburb is sure to welcome you home while stimulating you to grow along with it.
