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Wandana Heights
GeelongVictoria
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Looking north to Wandana Heights from Pigdons Road, Highton
Wandana Heights is located in City of Greater Geelong
Wandana Heights
Wandana Heights
Location in City of Greater Geelong
Population 2,037 (2016 census)
Postcode(s) 3216
LGA(s) City of Greater Geelong
State electorate(s) South Barwon
Federal Division(s)
Suburbs around Wandana Heights:
Ceres Highton Highton
Ceres Wandana Heights Highton
Waurn Ponds Waurn Ponds Highton

Wandana Heights is a lovely residential area, or suburb, located in Geelong, Victoria, Australia. It's known for its amazing views of the surrounding area. Building homes here started in the 1980s. Because land can be quite expensive, new houses are built sometimes quickly, and sometimes slowly. One big reason people want to live here is the incredible, wide-open views you can get from many spots.

Exploring Wandana Heights

Wandana Heights offers some great spots for fun and relaxation. It's a place where you can enjoy the outdoors and see some fantastic sights.

Parks and Play Areas

The suburb has a few cool places to hang out.

  • Wandana Heights Reserve is a popular park. It has tennis courts where you can play a match. There's also a playground, perfect for younger kids. Plus, it features a big football oval, great for sports or just running around.
  • Drewan Park is another special spot. It has a fantastic lookout point. From here, you can see a panoramic view, which means a really wide view, of Geelong city. You can also spot Corio Bay and the beautiful countryside around it. It's a perfect place for taking photos or just enjoying the scenery.

Connecting the Community

Over the years, Wandana Heights has seen important developments to help people get around.

  • In 2008, a lot of work was done on the Geelong Ring Road. This is a major road project that helps traffic flow smoothly around Geelong. It makes it easier for residents of Wandana Heights to travel to other parts of the city and beyond.
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