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Sunbury is a historic satellite suburb known as the birthplace of The Ashes, offering a blend of township charm and fast-growing new estates. It appeals to families and commuters with its train line, established amenities, and access to countryside landscapes along Jacksons Creek. Housing is predominantly detached and relatively affordable for greater Melbourne.

Why families love Sunbury

Family-oriented and community-focused with a mix of established residents and young families in new developments. Lifestyle balances semi-rural feel with suburban convenience; most residents commute by train or car, and sporting clubs and schools are central to local life.

Amenities & services

  • Sunbury Square Shopping Centre (town centre retail)
  • Rosenthal Village and Goonawarra neighbourhood shops
  • Supermarkets: Coles, Woolworths, ALDI
  • Bunnings Sunbury and bulky goods nearby
  • Sunbury Day Hospital; Sunbury and Cobaw Community Health; multiple GP, dental and allied health clinics
  • Cafes, pubs and restaurants along O’Shanassy St and Evans St
  • Sunbury Library (Hume Global Learning Centre – Sunbury), Macedon Street

Transport & connectivity

  • Train: Sunbury Station (Metro Sunbury line; selected V/Line Bendigo services)
  • Buses: local routes linking estates to Sunbury Station, Diggers Rest, Airport West and Melbourne Airport precinct
  • Major roads: Calder Freeway (M79), Sunbury Rd (C743), Melton Hwy (C754), Lancefield Rd (C325), Vineyard Rd

Lifestyle & recreation

  • Sunbury Aquatic and Leisure Centre
  • Boardman Stadium and Boardman Reserve
  • Clarke Oval & Sunbury Recreation Reserve
  • Langama Park (soccer, cricket, tennis)
  • Goonawarra Golf Club
  • Rupertswood Mansion grounds and events
  • The Nook (Jacksons Creek)
  • Spavin Lake Reserve
  • Jacksons Creek Linear Park/Reserve
  • Emu Bottom Wetlands Reserve and Homestead grounds
  • Redstone Hill Reserve
  • Sunbury Recreation Reserve

Education access

Multiple long day care centres, kinders and OSHC across established areas and new estates (Goonawarra, Rosenthal, Sunbury Fields); generally moderate demand with some peak-time waitlists.

  • Victoria University – St Albans & Sunshine campuses
  • RMIT University – Bundoora campus
  • La Trobe University – Bundoora campus
  • Kangan Institute – Broadmeadows campus (TAFE)
  • University of Melbourne – Parkville campus (via train to CBD)

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