New centre for growing suburb

Wollert will soon be home to a $16.2 million multi-purpose community centre – a welcome addition aimed at improving access to services for the suburb’s rapidly growing community.

Tulisa Tran has seen first-hand the many changes Wollert has undergone since she and her family moved to the burgeoning suburb in 2021.

And now there is another change on the horizon that will help make life that little bit easier for the growing number of families calling Wollert home.

Earlier this year, the City of Whittlesea approved plans to build a $16.2 million multi-purpose community centre on the corner of Jardin Road and Meadow Lane.

The centre will provide early childhood education programs via a three-room kindergarten and Maternal and Child Health Services from two consulting suites.

Residents will also benefit from a mini-branch library and a bookable community hall, kitchen and activity room, as well as accessible amenities, outdoor area and off-street parking.

“This community centre will make a real difference to the lives of residents in Wollert by providing them with the services they need close to home.” Chair Administrator Lydia Wilson.

Tulisa, who lives in Wollert with her husband Phuoc Phan and four-year-old son Boone, said the community centre would be a welcome addition.

“The community centre will be very good for families living in this area.” she said.

City of Whittlesea Chair Administrator Lydia Wilson said the centre, which is expected to open in early 2027, would reduce the need for residents to travel to access important services.

The centre is funded by Council and the Victorian Government through $6.75 million from its Building Blocks Partnership and $1.5 million from its Growing Suburbs Fund programs.

For more information, visit the West Wollert Community Centre webpage.