Our Community – Local Information

Wantirna community 21st July, 2011 No Comments

The City of Knox is located approximately 25kms from the Melbourne GPO. Knox is one of the most populous municipalities in Victoria with almost 151,000 residents living in 11 localities. The City of Knox includes the suburbs of Ferntree Gully, Upper Ferntree Gully, Boronia, The Basin, Rowville, Wantirna, Wantirna South, Lysterfield, Knoxfield, Scoresby and Bayswater.

Knox is a multi-cultural community with residents from 130 different countries speaking 54 diverse languages. It is a popular family destination offering a selection of quality public and private schools, numerous parks, reserves and walking/cycling tracks. Whilst always proud of its leafy green character, the City of Knox presses forward with improvements in public and road transport options and modern infrastructure.

Located along Burwood Highway, Knox City shopping centre is a major drawcard with residents. It highlights over 350 specialty retailers, a Village 15-screen state of the art cinema complex and Knox Ozone; an outdoor leisure, dining and entertainment precinct that is home to over 24 cafes, bars and restaurants as well as Zone Bowling, Timezone and Fitness First gym.

Knox City Council and the community’s shared vision for the future of Knox is:
“Creating a safe, healthy and connected community with high quality services, transport options, facilities and culturally rich experiences; committed to protecting our green, leafy neighbourhoods and natural environment, and enhancing economic sustainability for future generations.”

Real Estate in and around the City of Knox has been well served by Professionals Wantirna for many years. For assistance with buying, selling or leasing a property, contact 9801 2222 or visit 207 Stud Road, Wantirna.