It’s not just a freeway interchange, it’s a monument to a man who brought a whole nation together. You’re standing right at the Tom Wills Interchange, a colossal intersection named after the man who changed the face of Australian sport. Tom Wills was born in 1835. He was a gifted cricketer and is credited with being one of the founders of the Australian Rules Football, a sport beloved by Australians. We owe him a debt of gratitude for his extraordinary contribution to sports. And on this massive interchange, the heart of the freeway system, you can catch a glimpse of the spirit of Tom Wills himself. In 1858, Wills called out to cricketers for something to do while they waited for summer to return. The result was the development of a unique ‘foot-ball’ code, as he called it, which evolved into the Australian Rules Football that’s played today. Even though his life was tumultuous and filled with controversy, his impact on Australian sport and culture is undeniable. So, while you’re standing here, remember the legendary spirit of Tom Wills, a man who revolutionised sports and left a lasting mark on the nation.
Kororoit Creek
Is this where the river meets the sea? This is Kororoit Creek. It flows right here through Melbourne’s western suburbs