Bundoora

Bundoora is a residential suburb in northeastern Melbourne that extends across three different local government areas. The area combines tree-lined streets with university campuses and local facilities that form the backbone of the community.

The name comes from Kelbundoora, a Wurundjeri man who lived in the area before European settlement around 1835. The land transformed from rural fields into a modern residential suburb over the following generations.

The suburb draws students and academics from around the world due to its two major universities, creating an environment where education and learning shape daily life. Walking through the area, you notice the mix of residential neighborhoods and campus spaces that reflect this educational focus.

Public transport connects the area through buses and trams that reach Melbourne's city center and surrounding neighborhoods. Using local transit makes it easy to move around and explore different parts of the suburb.

The Bundoora Homestead is a historic house that now operates as a gallery and museum space. Visitors can discover both the area's past and modern Australian art in a single location.

Location: Victoria

Location: City of Banyule

Location: City of Darebin

Location: City of Whittlesea

Elevation above the sea: 101 m

Shares border with: Greensborough, Macleod, Mill Park, Heidelberg West, Watsonia, Watsonia North, Lalor, Plenty, Reservoir, Thomastown, Kingsbury

GPS coordinates: -37.69500,145.06400

Latest update: December 20, 2025 15:32