Wandana Heights, Victoria facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Wandana HeightsGeelong, Victoria |
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![]() Looking north to Wandana Heights from Pigdons Road, Highton
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Population | 2,037 (2016 census) | ||||||||||||||
Postcode(s) | 3216 | ||||||||||||||
LGA(s) | City of Greater Geelong | ||||||||||||||
State electorate(s) | South Barwon | ||||||||||||||
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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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