There is no doubt Melbourne’s North is becoming a standout region being the fastest growing with culturally diverse communities. In fact, almost half of Hume residents were born overseas coming from 156 different countries, speaking over 150 languages. Consisting of new and established residential areas offering plenty of space, a great lifestyle, close to amenities and under an hour’s drive to Melbourne’s CBD, what more could you ask for? This region is popular amongst first home buyers, families and investors.

Family Friendly

There are numerous family friendly activities to do in the North. Visit Funfields in Whittlesea where you have access to rides, plus a water play area for kids and barbeque area. Urbnsurf in Tullamarine is where you can learn to surf like a pro. Venture to Animal Land Children’s Farm where children can pat, feed and ride the resident animals.

Fresh Produce and Food

There are troves of new restaurants, bars and shopping options that have opened in the North and all roughly a 45-minute drive from Melbourne’s CBD. Roxburgh Park has great Lebanese food that take it to the next level. Mickleham is home to the Marnong Estate Winery.

Employment Opportunities

Jobs in demand in the North include medical practitioners and nurses, carers and aides, health diagnostic and therapy professionals, legal, social and welfare professionals. The north region has great access via the Tullamarine Freeway which connects the north to the Melbourne CBD.

Natural Beauty

Visit Melbourne’s older water storage, Yan Yean Reservoir has great picnic areas and several walking tracks plus you can watch the abundant birdlife. Discover the Merri Creek grasslands, providing habitat for platypus, echidnas, endangered frogs and much more.