Research, Victoria facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Research Melbourne, Victoria
Post office
Research Location in Melbourne
Population	2,695 (2021 census)
• Density	586/km2 (1,520/sq mi)
Postcode(s)	3095
Area	4.6 km2 (1.8 sq mi)
Location	28 km (17 mi) from Melbourne
LGA(s)	Shire of Nillumbik
State electorate(s)	Eltham
Federal Division(s)	Menzies
Suburbs around Research: Diamond Creek Kangaroo Ground Kangaroo Ground Eltham North Research Kangaroo Ground Eltham Eltham Warrandyte North

Research is a suburb located in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. It's about 24 kilometers (or 15 miles) north-east of Melbourne's main city area. Research is part of the Shire of Nillumbik, which is a local government area. In 2021, about 2,695 people lived in Research.

The History of Research

Research was first settled in the 1850s. By the 1860s, it was known for its many fruit orchards.

How Research Got Its Name

The suburb has a very interesting name! It comes from the time of the gold rush in Victoria during the mid-1800s. At first, this area was called Swiper's Gully. But then, gold was found after the area was "re-searched" by miners. Because of this, Swiper's Gully became Research Gully. Later, in the late 1800s, the name was shortened to just Research. The Research Post Office opened its doors on 20 October 1902.

Community Life in Research

Today, much of Research has large blocks of land, usually between 1 and 35 acres.

Nature and Bushfire Safety

This area has a high risk of bushfires. This is because there are many Eucalyptus and Melaleuca Paperbark trees. However, these trees also mean that a wide variety of fauna (animals) and flora (plants) live here. This makes it an important protected natural zone.

Local Facilities and Clubs

Research has many places for people to use and enjoy. These include the Research Football Club and a Scout Hall. There's also a Tennis Club and the Research CFA (Country Fire Authority). For arts, there's the Eltham Little Theatre. If you like sports and fitness, you can find Balance Gymnastics Club, Eltham Martial Arts Gym, and Micky's Fitness Gym. The closest public library is the Eltham Library, which is run by the Yarra Plenty Regional Library.

Education in Research

There are two schools located in Research. These are Eltham College and Research Primary School. Eltham College teaches students from junior school all the way through to senior school. Both Eltham College and Research Primary School are located on Main Road in Research.

Sports Teams in Research

Research is a great place for sports!

Football and Cricket

The Research Junior Football Club calls Research home. They play in the Northern Football League. You can watch their home games at Research Park, which is on Main Road. Research also has a cricket history. The Research Cricket Club and Eltham Collegians Cricket Club used to be separate teams in the Diamond Valley Cricket Association. But in 2010, they joined together to form one club. They play their home games at Research Park and Eltham College Oval.

Baseball and Tennis

The Research Baseball Club plays in the Melbourne Winter Baseball League. Even though they are based in Research, they play their home games in Lower Plenty. If you enjoy tennis, the Research Tennis Club plays its home games at the Research Park Tennis Courts.