Is there a chill in the air? Devon Meadows might seem peaceful now, but did you know this Victorian town was once a hub of spooky tales? Established in 1912 with the Sherwood Park Estate subdivision, it wasn’t long before the community erected their Mechanics’ Institute hall. The heart of Devon Meadows, however, was the post office on 89 Finsbury Road, opened in 1915. Sadly, it closed in 1941, becoming a residential home. Locals whispered of it being haunted, their fears seemingly confirmed when the building burned down around 1984. Fires aside, Devon Meadows thrives with a primary school boasting nearly 300 students, a CFA fire station, a welcoming community hall, and a lively tennis club. The town comes alive with the Devon Meadows Panthers, their Australian Rules football team competing fiercely. But if you’re after something more laid-back, Five Ways, just east of here, offers a different pace. This locality, named for its unique intersection, provides a general store catering to travelers passing through. Devon Meadows: where history meets everyday life, just a stone’s throw from Melbourne’s bustling heart.
Kororoit Creek
Is this where the river meets the sea? This is Kororoit Creek. It flows right here through Melbourne’s western suburbs