Local Area Information
Located 16km north of Melbourne's CBD, Broadmeadows is a culturally diverse community that has a number of parks and reserves including the Jack Roper Reserve, which features three playgrounds, BBQ facilities, a soccer field and a jetty for fishing.
The area is home to a diverse community, with residents from Turkey, Lebanon, and Pacific Island nations. The suburb has undergone significant redevelopment, with new housing estates, schools, and community facilities supporting its growing population. There is a train station which is served by the Craigieburn line as well as a number of bus services available.
As well as a busy shopping strip, Broadmeadows has a Global Learning centre which includes a Global Café, art exhibition space, The Age Library, meeting rooms and free internet access. A range of a range of social, recreation and educational programs for all people of all ages, abilities and cultural backgrounds are hosted in the Banksia Garden Community Centre as well as the Broadmeadows Community Hub which provides access to health, community and learning programs.
Broadmeadows Central shopping centre is a key destination, alongside local parks and sporting facilities. The suburb is well connected by the Craigieburn train line and major roads such as the Western Ring Road. Affordable housing and proximity to Melbourne Airport make Broadmeadows attractive for families and new migrants seeking opportunities.
Centre Facilities
- Provides job seeking resources (Workforce Australia Employment Services)
- Specialising in supporting refugees
- Multilingual staff
- Training rooms
If you are deaf, or have a hearing impairment or speech impairment, contact us through the National Relay Service.
- TTY users phone 133 677 then ask for 13 2637
- Speak and Listen users phone 1300 555 727 then ask for 13 2637
- Internet relay users connect to the NRS then ask for 13 2637