The boxes are unpacked, clothes hung up and keys sorted. The next step is to discover the neighbourhood in and around Manor Lakes. But where do you begin?
Just under an hour from Manor Lakes, you can easily fill a day or a weekend in the Macedon Ranges.
Whether you’re after beautiful gardens or the great outdoors or mouth-watering produce and delicious wine – you’re bound to find your happy space in the Macedon Ranges. Here are our top things to see and do!
Let’s explore Brighton! Located an hour from Manor Lakes, Brighton is a historic suburb located East of Melbourne. Renowned for its ornate historic architecture and modern mansions, it’s most famous for its colourful Victorian-era bathing boxes, which line the water’s edge.
Imagine a place where sun-kissed sand meets waves as the gentle sea breeze whispers through your hair. Welcome to Brighton, an iconic coastal haven just over an hour’s drive from Manor Lakes, that effortlessly captures the heart and soul of Melbourne's unique beach culture.
Did you know you could get money back by donating your drink containers through the Victorian Government's Container Deposit Scheme (CDS)?
It's a great way to make a positive difference to our community and the environment! The scheme rewards Victorians with a 10-cent refund for every eligible can, carton, and bottle that is returned, which helps reduce litter and earn funds for themselves or your local community. For more info on which containers qualify for the CDS and handy tips, click here.
Thank you to everyone who attended the Easter Egg hunt. It was fabulous to see so many familiar faces from our community enjoying hot cross buns and Easter Eggs!
Little Buddies Toy Library – a smart way to play. Parents (and grandparents), if you aren’t already members of the Wyndham Little Buddies Toy Library, there’s no time to join like the present! About Little Buddies?
This month, we’re heading to Mornington on Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula.
Just over an hour’s drive from Westbrook, Mornington has long been a favourite destination for coastal holidays and cosy winter escapes. In the warmer months, swimming and surf beaches await, while seaside restaurants and local markets provide plenty of places to eat and drink. When the temperature drops, fireside dining and art exhibitions turn up the heat.
Our favourite Easter craft project, who doesn't love a painted Easter egg? Read on to find out just how easy it is to get ‘egg-cited’ and cover empty eggs with a pretty marbled effect to decorate your Easter table or use as markers for a chocolate egg hunt.
