Lara
Geelong Region

Lara was established in the 1850s after the railway line between Geelong and Melbourne was built.

The township has had several names in its history the first was Kennedy’s Creek, others include Duck Ponds, Hovel’s Creek and Lara Lake until it was finally renamed to Lara. The population flourished to a few hundred by 1890 and several facilities were built including schools and churches, the town water did not extend to the town until 1947.

Why buy in Lara?

Situated just 55km south-west of Melbourne’s CBD, Lara is perfectly positioned between Melbourne and Geelong so you’re on the doorstep of many possibilities. There is plenty on offer only being a short distance to Geelong’s waterfront, You Yang Mountain range and on route to the iconic Great Ocean Road.

There are several transport options including buses, trains and roads in Lara connecting the township to Melbourne and regional Victoria.

Lara has ample great schooling options from kindergarten to primary and secondary schools. For further education there is Deakin and Victoria University campuses that are no more than a 30-minute drive.

Labelled as a designated growth region, Lara’s future developments include community infrastructure and sporting grounds, resulting in more job opportunities for locals too.

Why buy in Lara?

Our Local Supplier

Fairhaven and Polytec have been partners for 13 years, ensuring clients are provided with materials that are long lasting and ahead of trends. Like Fairhaven, Polytec is a 100% Australian family owned business. Based in the West with a separate studio in Southbank, their effort towards sustainability sees them at the forefront of innovation in the decorative board sector.

Our Local Supplier

Fairhaven in Geelong

Our partnership with the Geelong District Football Netball League provides support to the regions oldest football league. Partnering with the twelve GDFNL teams and the community means we can continue to see growth and investment into the communities our clients and their families call home.
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