a lifestyle in a league of its own
From the day you move in to Aston, you can enjoy the enviable lifestyle and convenience of an entirely established community just beyond your doorstep. There’s a school, shops, cafes, sporting grounds, and parks all within Aston already, plus you’re just down the road from everything else you might need. Explore the enviable life you can live at Aston.
parks & playgrounds
Aston is already home to four state-of-the-art playgrounds, designed for a range of kids to swing, climb, scoot, and more! But it’s not all about the kids here either – there are established walking trails, cycling paths and landscaped wetlands too. It’s a nature lover’s oasis, right in your own backyard. Plus, there are plans for more tailor-made parks, a new playground set amongst soaring river red gum trees, and a future linear park connecting you to all that Aston has to offer.
aston fields and aston fields playground
Stretching across nine hectares and featuring a full-size cricket oval, three soccer pitches and a sports pavilion, this is where the whole community comes together to cheer on the local teams. Plus, it’s also home to a large playground with gliding bird sculptures, a shaded picnic area, skate and scooter ramps, and even a half-basketball court.
observation park and traffic school
One of four state-of-the-art playgrounds in the established Aston community. Discover creative elements that help your kids move and think in countless different ways, including a traffic school for mini-drivers of scooters, bikes, skateboards…and just about anything with wheels!
champion parade playground (burt-kur-min reserve)
Discover a climber’s paradise at the Champion Parade Playground. Ringed by shady trees and set beside Aston’s beautiful wetlands, this treehouse-style play space elevates the fun factor.
debonair parade playground
Nestled among stunning mature gum trees, Debonair Parade Playground is yours to discover. With its ‘Indiana Jones’ inspired rope bridge leading to a wooden playhouse complete with climbing ropes and a slide, this spot is sure to keep the kids entertained.
flax-lily creek wetlands
The stunning Flax-Lily Creek waterway and wetlands offer natural beauty at your doorstep. The perfect place for socialisation or solitude, the wetlands invite you to make time for a mindful moment along its scenic boardwalks. Enjoy the seated viewing decks where you can take in the gentle breeze through the bullrushes and the calls of the birds among the treetops.
the future greenline
The Greenline will be a lush linear park connecting your community’s tailored open green spaces. It’s here that you’ll be able to explore eight new parks, and a family-friendly future bike track designed for little learners. Be inspired to plan summer days picnic-hopping and memory-making under the shade of the river red gums that have been here for generations.
schools & childcare
elevation secondary college
Nestled in the heart of Aston, right beside Aston Fields and Aston Village, Elevation Secondary College offers an inclusive learning environment for local students in Years 7-12. The school is gaining an enviable reputation for academic excellence within a holistic, student-centred educational environment.
aitken college
Just down the road from Aston in Greenvale, Aitken College is a sought-after coed independent school. Promoting and supporting students from Prep to Year 12 tin achieving their personal best, the school has a focus on learning, citizenship, problem solving and critical thinking.
kolbe catholic college
Kolbe Catholic College offers a student-centred, contemporary curriculum that is focused on ensuring all individuals have the opportunity to reach their potential, in a friendly and welcoming environment. With a brand-new STEM centre, performing arts program, college sporting academy and accelerated learning program, there’s something for every type of learner in years 7-12.
aitken hill primary school
Aitken Hill Primary School is proud to offer a learning environment that is reflective of 21st Century design, and are committed to providing your child with innovative teaching approaches. The school strives to deliver a rigorous and relevant curriculum to best equip our students for the future.
green leaves early learning
Green Leaves Early Learning Craigieburn features seven learning hubs designed to inspire a love of learning, build their confidence, and make new friends. It offers care for babies as young as six months old, up a fully approved and funded 3- and 4-year old Kindergarten program.
kids academy early learning
Kids Academy understands how important it is to find a childcare centre where your little one feels safe, happy, and supported. Their focus is on creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere where children aged 0-5 can thrive.
aston village
Just a short walk from your new home, Aston Village has local convenience covered. Settle in for a trim from your new barber, pick up some ingredients for dinner or treat yourself to some tasty international dishes from one of six cafés and restaurants.
marnong estate
Marnong Estate is a modern windery with stunning views just a nine-minute drive from Aston. Sample award-winning wines at the Cellar Door, dine in their signature Italian restaurant Le Vetta, have a family meal at Cucina 3064, or enjoy a picnic at Caffe Vista.
craigieburn central
Craigieburn Central is not only a shopping destination, but the perfect place for a coffee with friends or a family meal. Popular dining spots include La Porchetta, Billy’s Boulevard and Max Brenner, or pick up a quick lunch at Schnitz, Zambrero or Subway.
shopping and entertainment
The ease of the living at Aston is matched by the simplicity of a trip to the shops around here. Whether that’s down the street for dinner and the midweek fridge top-up, or down the road to Craigieburn Central for groceries, fashion and weekend fun. You get access to it all, at Aston.
aston village
Popping to the shops for some bread or milk will feel less like a chore and more like a good excuse for a mindful moment walking through the streets of the community you love. Just a short walk from your new home, Aston Village has local convenience covered. Consider this your opportunity to support local small business without compromise.
craigieburn central shopping centre
At Aston you’ll be just four kilometres from Craigieburn Central, the go-to local destination for major food and fashion retailers including Coles, Woolworths, JB Hi-Fi, Kmart and many more. It’s also a great place to spend a rainy afternoon catching the latest blockbuster movie.
craigieburn junction homemaker centre
You’ll no doubt visit the nearby Craigieburn Junction homemaker centre as you make your new house a home, browsing the 25 stores including Nick Scali and Beacon Lighting.
splash aqua park and leisure centre
Splash provides access to a wide range of health, fitness and lifestyle programs. The centre includes pools with two large waterslides, spas, sauna and steam room, a 24/7 gym, group fitness rooms, outdoor functional training and even a cafe for a post-swim coffee.
craigieburn library
Craigieburn Library provides study areas and meeting spaces, public PCs and WiFi, gaming consoles, a dedicated children’s area. It’s the perfect place to discover new books, take your littles for story time, or find a quiet corner for study.
greenvale shopping centre
Greenvale Shopping Centre is just down Mickleham Road from Aston.
Featuring a Coles supermarket and a broad mix of eateries, shops and services including health and fitness, fashion, giftware, beauty, and ATM banking.
They are also home to an Australia Post and a popular medical centre with allied health including dental, physio, heart care and NDIS services.