Next door: Armstrong Creek Sports Centre
The new Armstrong Creek Sports Centre is under construction next door to Ashbury.
The list of public amenities for Armstrong Creek and Ashbury residents keeps growing.
Residents will be able to walk to the multipurpose recreational facility under construction across Barwarre Road on Ashbury’s western boundary, due to be completed by late 2026.
The sports centre is designed to cater to a variety of sports and community activities.
- Four multi-sport courts suitable for basketball, netball, volleyball, and other indoor sports.
- A café and gathering area, changing facilities, and a sensory room to accommodate diverse community needs.
- A civic plaza featuring outdoor basketball and netball hoops, areas for skating and parkour, informal and nature play spaces, table tennis tables, and a large, landscaped lawn suitable for hosting community events.
Local Recreation and Outdoor Activities
Ashbury is designed with a focus on outdoor living and community engagement.
Recreational amenity:
- Local Sporting Clubs: Armstrong Creek Cricket and Sporting Club, Armstrong Soccer Club, Armstrong United FC, Armstrong Creek Sharks Football Netball Club.
- Fitness Centres: Fitstop Armstrong Creek, located at The Square in Ashbury, on Horseshoe Bend Road, and Anytime Fitness, only minutes away on Torquay Road Armstrong Creek.
- Parks and Walking Trails: Enjoy a network of parks, playgrounds, and walking trails that meander through the Ashbury community, providing spaces for relaxation and exercise.
- The Surf Coast: Reach Torquay’s renowned beaches in under 20 minutes.
- Leisurelink Aquatic & Recreation Centre: indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a gym, and fitness classes. Located in Waurn Ponds, approximately 10 minutes travel time by car.
Everyday Conveniences are close by
Existing shopping centres, educational institutions, and recreational facilities, Ashbury offers a well-rounded living experience in one of Geelong’s most dynamic growth areas.
Ashbury residents benefit from proximity to several shopping and retail centres that cater to daily needs:
- The Village Warralily, Armstrong Creek: A nearby hub includes Woolworths and Aldi supermarkets, medical services, cafés, and specialty retailers.
- HomeCo. Armstrong Creek Town Centre: Over 40 specialty stores, services and Coles supermarket.
- Waurn Ponds Shopping Centre: the centre features a broad range of retail stores, department stores, restaurants, and entertainment options, including a cinema. Approximately 15 minutes by car.
- The Square on-site at Horseshoe Bend Road, which will soon have exciting retail and dining options within walking distance.
Educational Facilities
Families in Ashbury have access to a variety of educational institutions:
- Primary and Secondary Schools: Nearby schools include Armstrong Creek School and Oberon High School, providing quality education options close to home.
- Early Learning Centres: Several childcare centres and kindergartens are available in the area, catering to younger children.
- Iona College Geelong: An independent co-educational school offering middle and senior year programs.
Thinking of moving to Armstrong Creek?
Geelong and surrounding suburbs have been popular choices for both locals and people migrating within Australia.
Geelong over Sunshine Coast for regional migration – “Geelong has officially overtaken Queensland’s Sunshine Coast as the top destination for internal migration in Australia, according to the latest Regional Movers Index published by the Regional Australia Institute (RAI).”
Ashbury in top lifestyle location – “Armstrong Creek was recently ranked at the head of the list of Victoria’s top lifestyle suburbs in research commissioned by MCG Quantity Surveyors.”