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Why Thousands of Melbourne Families Are Moving Further North in 2026

By Ravs Realtors · 10 June 2026 · 2 min read

More space, newer homes and better-connected estates are pulling families to Melbourne's growth corridors.

The appeal is simple: a brand-new four-bedroom home and a backyard for the price of a tired inner unit, with schools and transport catching up fast.

If a move north is on your mind, we'll help you read the estates, the builders and the timing.

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