Sandringham, Victoria
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Sandringham is a suburb in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. Its Local Government Area is the City of Bayside; it's postcode is 3191.
Sandringham is one of Melbourne's more prestiguous bayside suburbs. Located beside Port Phillip Bay at the end of the Sandringham Railway Line. Sandringham is a popular location for beachgoers and has a quaint village atmosphere with a number of cafes and gourmet food and drink outlets. There is a popular coast walk thats is attractive to residents and visitors alike. The Sandringham Yacht Club is host to a number of Sydney Hobart yacht race winners. Sandringham is home to a number of notable Victorian identities, ranging from football players to those who have held posts of high public prominence. Property in Sandringham ranges from the grand Beach Road residences to the equally prestiguous properties found in the many tree lined streets.
Landmarks
- Picnic Point
- Trevor Barker Beach Oval
- Sandringham Rotunda
- Sandringham Yacht Club
Famous Former Residents
- Bob Hawke - Former Prime Minister of Australia lived in Keats St from 1958 to 1964 and Royal Avenue from 1964 until the early 1980s
- Alan Marshall - Author of "I Can Jump Puddles" lived in Sandringham for a time. A bronze bust dedicated to him stands outside the Sandringham Library.
External links
| City of Bayside (All Melbourne Suburbs) |
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| Port Phillip Bay | Hampton | Highett |
| Port Phillip Bay | Sandringham | Cheltenham |
| Port Phillip Bay | Black Rock | Beaumaris |