Greater Dandenong encompasses an area of 129 square kilometres in Melbourne’s south-east, approximately 35km from Melbourne’s CBD. Approximately 150,000 people live in Greater Dandenong.

Greater Dandenong is the second most diverse community in Australia, with residents from over 150 different birthplaces.

Even though Dandenong is not far from the lush Dandenong Ranges, the suburb itself is a thriving urban enclave with affordable housing on large green blocks. Dandenong has a great theatre complex, plenty of schools and sporting facilities, and established migrant communities bringing their unique cultures and cuisines to the area.

Although you’ll find many families living in this family-friendly area, there’s a substantial number of young, independent people living here too, as well as mature couples and singles. You’ll also find a lot of elderly long-term residents still living here too.

Cosmopolitan, vibrant Dandenong has atmosphere and assets to burn, like Dandenong Plaza shopping centre, the massive Dandenong Stadium and the swimming and recreation centre, Dandenong Oasis. Culture vultures can make a beeline for the Drum Theatre, the Afghan precinct around Thomas Street and the annual Greater Dandenong Film Festival, while foodies will never tire of the deliciously revamped Dandenong Market or Little India around Foster Street.