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Where is Craigieburn, Australia?



Written and Fact-checked by | Updated On: December 10, 2025, 14:10 ET



Craigieburn is located in Melbourne’s northern growth corridor in the state of Victoria, about 25 kilometres from the city centre. It lies between the open grasslands that stretch toward Mickleham and the established suburban areas leading south toward Broadmeadows. It is famous for its rapidly expanding residential communities, modern shopping precincts, and extensive parks and sporting facilities.




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Where is Craigieburn, Australia
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Facts about Craigieburn, Australia

CountryAustralia
StateVictoria
RegionNorthern Melbourne
LocationApproximately 25 km north of Melbourne CBD, within the Hume growth corridor
Coordinates37.60° S, 144.94° E
Local Government AreaCity of Hume
Founded1860s (as a rural settlement)
Original NameCraigieburn (named after an early pastoral run)
Elevation~200 m
PopulationApprox. 65,000
AreaApprox. 22 sq km
Time ZoneAEST (UTC+10:00), AEDT (UTC+11:00 in summer)
Postcode3064
Major WaterwaysCraigieburn Creek, Merri Creek (nearby)
Top AttractionsCraigieburn Central Shopping Centre, Splash Aqua Park and Leisure Centre, Mount Ridley Lookout, Craigieburn Golf Course, local parks and sporting facilities.
DemonymCraigieburn residents
Main IndustriesRetail, construction, logistics, education, community services
Nearest AirportMelbourne Airport (MEL)
Websitehttps://www.hume.vic.gov.au