CBD + inner-ring Melbourne — the dense grid.
Moreland + Darebin + Banyule + northern growth.
Boroondara + Whitehorse + Manningham.
Stonnington + Glen Eira + Bayside + Kingston.
Maribyrnong + Hobsons Bay + Brimbank + Wyndham.
Yarra Ranges, Knox, Casey, Cardinia, Mornington Peninsula.
High-growth corridors — new builds, new schools, moving families.
Verdict Box Best for: Hikers and families wanting genuine, unmanicured bush without a three-hour drive. Skip if: You need paved paths, trailside cafes, and reliable mobile reception. Trail difficulty: …
Wallan walks for 2026: estate loops, Hadfield Park, a rail-side rural track and nearby Mt Disappointment hikes—plus …
