What’s in a name? In the case of Highett, it’s a legacy etched in Melbourne’s southern suburbs. Highett, named after prominent 19th-century parliamentarian and landowner William Highett, wasn’t always a bustling suburb. Picture this: vast stretches of land primarily used for market gardens until the shattering impact of World War II. The seeds of change were sown much earlier with the arrival of the railway in 1881, connecting Caulfield to Mordialloc. This marked a turning point, though growth was initially slow. The Highett Post Office, established in 1924, stands as a testament to the suburb’s gradual awakening. Highett’s heartbeat quickened in the 1950s. Industry found fertile ground here, with CSIRO, a renowned research facility, establishing a significant presence. This era also saw the birth of essential community pillars – a primary school in 1953 and a high school in 1956. The shopping strip, a hive of activity today, began to spread its wings, mirroring the suburb’s growth. Highett today is a testament to its layered past. It’s a place where the echoes of market gardens blend seamlessly with the hum of a thriving community.
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