Local business precincts and shopping centres
Learn more about Maroondah’s activity centres, local shopping centres and why it's important to shop locally to support business owners and local retailers.
Ringwood Metropolitan Activity Centre
Ringwood is a major hub in the eastern suburbs, known as the Ringwood Metropolitan Activity Centre (RMAC). Located around 23 kilometres east of Melbourne’s CBD, it is a designated Metropolitan Activity Centre by the Victorian Government. The centre covers a large area around Maroondah Highway, Ringwood Street and the Ringwood train station.
Transport links
- easy access via Ringwood train station
- served by major roads, including Maroondah Highway and EastLink
- multiple bus routes connect the centre to nearby suburbs
- bike paths and footpaths make it accessible for cyclists and pedestrians.
View the Ringwood Metropolitan Activity Centre Masterplan for more details.
Croydon Activity Centre
The Croydon Activity Centre is a desirable location in Maroondah for people to live, work and visit. It's a key retail and community hub for Maroondah, offering a range of shops, services and public spaces.
Main features
- shops and cafes along Main Street, Croydon
- Croydon train station and bus interchange for easy travel
- community events and markets held throughout the year
- accessible footpaths and open spaces for everyone.
The Croydon Structure Plan helps shape the area’s growth and supports a vibrant, safe and inclusive environment for all.
Connect with local traders
Maroondah's local shopping centres
Council is committed to creating vibrant, liveable neighbourhoods that foster community connection, attract investment and support our local community and business owners.
We do this by working directly with traders associations, business owners and operators across more than 30 local shopping centres through place activation initiatives, targeted retailer support and capital works improvements.
Why shop locally?
- supports local jobs and small businesses
- offers fresh produce, unique shops and friendly service
- many centres have free parking, public transport and accessible facilities
- builds a strong, connected community.
Further information
For further information on the Ringwood Metropolitan Activity Centre, Croydon Activity Centre or local shopping centres, contact the BizHub team on 03 9298 4679.