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1Altona Gate Shopping Centre
124/134 Millers Road, Altona NorthJust a 5 minute walk away, Altona Gate shopping centre is home to major retailers Kmart, Coles and Aldi, plus more than 60 specialty stores, services, cafes and restaurants.
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2Seaside Flatbread
Borack SquareRenowned for great value middle eastern kafta pizzas and pies, Seaside Flatbread Cafe will introduce you to a spectacular range of treats such as fattoush and cabbage salad, kebbeh shells, or a traditional Lebanese breakfast.
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3Second Ave Grocer
62-76 Second Avenue, Altona NorthThe best continental grocer in the west, Altona Fresh Fine Foods’s range is breathtaking – everything from premium cured meats and over 250 varieties of cheese to exceptional quality fresh produce.
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4Golden Bakery
310 Blackshaws Road, Altona NorthOffering a range of hot breads, cakes and delicious sweet and savoury pastries, Golden Bakery is open from 5am. Pop in early for delicate, flaky, fresh breakfast croissants.
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5Gugliotta & Sons Butcher
314A Blackshaws RoadServing the local community since 1970, Gugliotta & Sons are regarded as one of the finest butchers in Melbourne, specialising in traditional methods and preparing all produce on premises.
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6Laverton Market
8/18 Leakes Road, Laverton NorthSkimming Laverton Market’s 1,400+ stalls could turn up anything! A huge variety of new and second hand items laying wait at great prices. With everything from clothes to crafts, produce to plants, antiques, arts, and electronic goods, it’s a bonanza for antiquers, junkers and flea market lovers.
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7Mouna's Sweets
216 Blackshaws Road, Altona NorthAuthentic, fresh and delicious Lebanese desserts produced on-site include a variety of baklava and filled pastry treats.Open until 10pm Monday - Sunday pop in and try their famous Cocktail.
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8Sth Kingsville Blacksheep
25B Vernon St, South KingsvilleA dog and kid friendly cafe open from 7am weekdays and from 8 on weekends, ample outdoor areas for a long lazy Sunday lunch.
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9Burn City Smokers Test Kitchen
31A Vernon St, South KingsvilleRegularly ensconced at the Grand Hyatt in Melbourne’s CBD and vanguards of Melbourne’s Southern American barbecue scene, Burn City Smokers have been dishing-up succulent, smoky, slow-cooked meat since 2014.
If you can make it past their signature smoked brisket burger, the regularly changing menu might offer anything from wood-fried pippies to jalapeno poppers and fried camembert.
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10Motorino
29A Vernon St, South KingsvilleBeautiful thin crust pizza topped with clever flavour combinations like green olive, pesto, ricotta and chilli; or beetroot, goats cheese and caramelised onions make Motorino a go to for serious local pizza lovers. Also a great option for those with little ones in tow.
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11Between 2 Buns
28 Pier Street, AltonaHighly regarded by Melbourne burger aficionados and definitely one of the best in the West, Between 2 Buns are not only renowned for superb burgers but also excellent thickshakes and beer-battered ‘dirty fries’. Try The Double, and if you’ve any room left, deep fried Oreos tempt.
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12Altona Coastal Park
Altona ForeshoreJoin runners, cyclists and dog-walkers and explore the spectacular 70 hectare Altona Coastal Park – a haven for around 150 bird species, including 13 considered rare or endangered.
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13Altona Miniature Railway
1 Blenheim Road, Altona NorthHauling enthusiastic rail fans since 1976, Altona Miniature Railway’s scaled steam and diesel engines traverse 1.5km of track. Open to the public on the third Sunday of each month.
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14AW Bond Reserve
144 Chambers Road, Altona NorthNearby AW Bond Reserve is home to the Altona Lions Football Club and features plenty of open grassy areas, bike paths and a well-equipped, toddler-friendly playground.
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15Kororoit Creek Trail
144 Chambers Road, Altona NorthJust 500m away, the Lower Kororoit Creek Trail invites you to cycle to picturesque Cherry Lake and Altona Beach, or on to Williamstown via the Hobsons BayCoastal trail.
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16Crofts Reserve
482 Blackshaws Road, Altona NorthExpansive playing fields see year-round action from local sporting folk. A well equipped playground keeps the youngsters amused.
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17Altona Beach
Altona ForeshoreLess than 5km away, Altona Beach is the largest and most pristine beaches in the west, and an (almost) undiscovered gem – one of Melbourne’s best swimming spots and popular for paddle and kite boarding, kayaking, and fishing.
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18Cliffhanger Climbing Club
61-65 Dohertys Road, Altona NorthBoasting the tallest indoor rock-climbing wall in the southern hemisphere, Cliffhanger Climbing Gym is emblematic of the energy and innovation displayed by many start-ups gravitating to the inner west.
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19Newport Station
Mason Street / Melbourne Road, NewportMelbourne’s fast and efficient public transport system is right on your doorstep with multiple nearby bus routes and the intersection of two train lines at Newport Station.
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20Westgate Freeway
Enjoy fantastic access on and off the Westgate Freeway, just 800m up the road. Be in the city in 20 minutes or at the airport in 30.
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21Blackshaws Road Bus Stop
436 Blackshaws Rd, Altona NorthFour bus routes converge on Alfie, taking you directly toQueen Victoria Market, Footscray and Sunshine – or to Mordialloc via a city loop which includes Essendon DFO, Northland and Chadstone.
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22Emmanuel College
423 Blackshaws Rd, Altona NorthNearby, first class education facilities include Emmanuel College St Paul’s Campus a Years 7-12 all-boys campus offering a quality education in the catholic tradition.
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23Bayside P-12 College
1 McArthurs Road, Altona NorthCatering to students from Prep through to Year 9, Bayside P-12 College’s Altona Campus is a modern, state-of-the-art facility with an expansive community library annexed to the campus.
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24Altona North Primary School
51 Cresser Street, Altona NorthOffering an excellent educational program with a strong focus on performing arts and sustainability Altona North PrimarySchool boasts an enviable reputation among the local and wider community.
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2525 Cafe Cubin
5 Misten Ave, Altona NorthLiterally on Alfie’s doorstep, enjoy excellent coffee and a snappy menu of brunch classics in a funky, kid friendly atmosphere.
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