Malvern East

Malvern East is a rare offering—a neighbourhood that feels at once historical and modern, secluded yet connected. Nestled by sprawling parks and gardens, its streets lined with magnificent trees and heritage houses, the area provides wellbeing, respite and connection to nature; and yet it’s only a stone’s throw from the amenities and everyday luxuries that have come to define modern living.

Relish the quiet on a walk among the neighbourhood’s tree-lined streets or settle in for a picnic by the lake at Hedgeley Dene Gardens. Invigorate the body and mind with some tennis at Ardrie Park, some spirited laps around Central Park, or a swim at the renowned Harold Holt Memorial Swimming Centre.

But there’s so much more to this neighbourhood. Malvern East Village plays host to a range of small businesses long appreciated by the local community. Mornings are well spent at Juliette Coffee & Bread—settle in for an espresso and a baguette or take your coffee with you on a morning stroll. For those who love to cook and host, Green Onions Organic Grocer offers fresh, well sourced produce of the highest quality. Stop by Riserva wine bar on your way home and they’ll be pleased to pair the perfect wine to match your meal.

Location Map, Illustrated by Russell Bryant
Location Map, Illustrated by Russell Bryant
PARKS & GARDENS [...] 01. Ardie Park 02. Hedgley Dene Gardens 03. Central Park MALVERN EAST VILLAGE 04. Clancy's Bakehouse 05. Green Onions 06. Local Butcher CAFES, BARS & RESTAURANTS 07. L'Olivo 08. Mr Sister Cafe 09. Riserva Wine 10. Tom Pocket Cellars 11. Juliette Coffee & Bread 12. Master of None Cafe 13. Essie Wine 14. Auterra Wine Bar 15. Moby RECREATION 16. Ardie Park Tennis Club 17. Harrold Holt TRANSPORT 18.Tram (No. 3) 19. Caulfield Station EDUCATION 20. Monash Uni (MUMA) RETAIL & CULTURE 21. Glenferrie Rd 22. High St
Hedgeley
Dene
Malvern East
Village
Burke Road
Village
Central
Park
High St
Armadale
CBD
(30 mins)
Ardie
Park
Monash
MUMA
Caulfield
Station
Aerial view towards CBD

To capture the natural beauty and sophistication of Malvern East, acclaimed Melbourne photographer Annika Kafcaloudis took a stroll through Malvern East’s cherished parks and gardens, then visited some of the neighbourhood’s most loved cafes, restaurants and wine bars.

Ardrie Park
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Ardrie Park
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Ardrie Park
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Ardrie Park
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Ardrie Park
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Ardrie Park
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Ardrie Park
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Tennis Club, Ardrie Park
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Ardrie Park
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John Landy Oval, Central Park
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Tree Lined Streets, Malvern East
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Ardrie Park
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Hedgley Dene Gardens
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Ardrie Park
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Gilpin Fountain, Central Park
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Gilpin Fountain, Central Park
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Conservatory, Central Park
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Juliette Coffee & Bread
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Riserva Wine, Central Park
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Riserva Wine, Central Park
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Local Butcher, Malvern East Village
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Green Onions Organic Grocer, Malvern East Village
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Mister Sister Cafe
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Mister Sister Cafe
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Essie Wine
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L'Olivo, Waverley Road
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Tom Pocket Cellars
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Tram ( No.3 ), Waverley Rd
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Harrold Holt Swim Centre
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Monash University
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MUMA Monash University
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Neighbouring suburbs Armadale, Hawthorn and Malvern proper offer plenty too. High Street and Glenferrie Road—both lauded Melbourne retail precincts for retail and dining—are just a stone’s throw from The Grange. While it’s easy to reach these destinations by tram, train or car, the most enjoyable means of approach is on foot via the relaxed, leafy side streets.

Heritage homes and gardens, Malvern East
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Heritage homes and gardens, Malvern East
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Heritage homes and gardens, Malvern East
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Heritage homes and gardens, Malvern East
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Heritage homes and gardens, Malvern East
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Modern Heritage

With many of the area’s enduring buildings and sprawling parklands dating back as far as the 1860’s, Malvern East is steeped in history. Heritage is an integral part of the neighbourhood’s character—and to this day the historic amenities and parklands remain at the heart of Malvern East’s thriving community.

Burke Road, Looking South East From Malvern, Vic. Photographer, Rose-Stereograph Co ( 1920 )
Burke Road ( 1920 )
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Auction Notice for Darling Grange Malvern ( 1877 ) and Hedgeley Dene, East Malvern ( 1911 )
Auction Notices ( 1877 )
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Band Stand, Central Park, East Malvern, Vic. Rose Stereograph Co ( 1920 )
Band Stand, Central Park ( 1920 )
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High Street, Malvern, Victoria. W. G. Alma conjuring collection ( 1901 )
High Street, Malvern ( 1901 )
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Trams entering the Malvern tram depot in Glenferrie Road Malvern Photographer, Smith, Alan Eldridge ( 1966 )
Malvern tram depot (1966 )
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