Hi Arty,
I grew up livig in Woodend. It is a lovely little town, my folks still live there. Since the freeway bypass went through some of the new shops have struggled. I like the town, but now live in Bacchus Marsh,(I love it here).
I lived in Sunbury for a while, didn’t like it as much, I like the town feel. Goonawarra is an estate just outside Sunbury. Depends what you are looking for, but if you want some acres, Gonnawarra is not really an option, it is mostly building blocks. On the way from there to Romsey you might find something.
Good luck with it all. Keep in mind Bacchus Marsh and surrounds are only 20 minutes from the ring road.
Cheers,
Fiona
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