Garfield North

Located south of the Dandenong Ranges, Garfield North has a pastoral history stretching back to the 1860s when pioneering families established dairy farms and grazing properties across the rich grasslands. The area developed as a quiet rural district, with farmers supplying milk, beef and produce to the growing settlements of Gippsland and Melbourne's expanding outer suburbs.

Throughout the early 1900s, Garfield North remained predominantly agricultural, with the construction of local roads and rail connections to nearby Garfield helping to transport goods to market. The community grew slowly but steadily, and the area's natural beauty and open spaces have long attracted those seeking a peaceful country existence.

Today, Garfield North is part of the Shire of Cardinia and offers a wonderful mix of rural charm and family-friendly attractions.

The township is home to Gumbuya World, a popular theme park and wildlife sanctuary that draws visitors from across Victoria with its rides, water park and native animal encounters.

Nature lovers are also drawn to the nearby Bunyip State Park, where extensive walking and cycling trails wind through forests and wetlands, offering opportunities for horse riding, camping, birdwatching and exploring the region's natural heritage.

With its combination of working farms, recreational attractions, and proximity to towns like Pakenham and Tynong, Garfield North provides plenty to see and do.