Geelong - Greater Region
Lovely Banks
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About Lovely Banks
Once an agricultural and rural area, the suburb of Lovely Banks is quickly establishing itself as a residential area adjoining the Geelong suburbs of Bell Park, Corio and Norlane.
The origin of the name Lovely Banks is considered descriptive of the area. The land to the west rises quite quickly from 30-100 metres above sea level. It provides an expansive view of Geelong and Corio Bay.
Locals say the views from Lovely Banks are spectacular, with nearly every resident enjoying beautiful vistas daily and sparkling lights from Geelong City and Corio Bay by night.
Location
West of Corio on the other side of the M1 Freeway, Lovely Banks is approximately 62 km from the capital Melbourne covering an area of 30.136 square kilometres.
Schools
Geelong Baptist College is located in Lovely Banks.
Shopping & Eating Out
There are a handful of places to shop and eat out at Lovely Banks, a fruit & veg outlet, a beauty parlour, a candle shop and drive-through coffee. A quick car trip and you’re in the heart of Geelong for larger shopping and retail outlets and precincts and more restaurants/cafes.
Sporting & Recreation
In Lovely Banks, you’ll find Geelong Archers, which has been operating since 1960 and has two target ranges and a 24-target field course. Located close to Geelong, it doesn’t take long to get to various sporting and recreation areas and the beach.