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Sandringham, Victoria

Sandringham is a suburb in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. Its Local Government Area is the City of Bayside.

Sandringham is located beside Port Phillip bay at the end of the Sandringham Railway Line. It is a popular location for beachgoers and has a growing number of cafes and gourmet food and drink outlets.

Landmarks

  • Picnic Point
  • Sandringham Football ground
  • Sandringham Rotunda

Famous Former Residents

  • Bob Hawke - Former Prime Minister of Australia lived in Royal Avenue in the 1970s and 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.


City of Bayside
(All Melbourne Suburbs)
Port Phillip Hampton Highett
Port Phillip Sandringham Cheltenham
Port Phillip Black Rock Beaumaris
Last updated: 08-04-2005 18:47:24
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