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Geelong’s Drysdale is a well-established township on the Bellarine Peninsula, around 16 km east of Geelong. It combines a semi-rural atmosphere with convenient access to local services and surrounding coastal communities, making it popular with families, retirees and commuters. Drysdale has a population of about 4,976 people based on the 2021 Census and has a median age of 52.
The suburb has a good range of local amenities and shopping, particularly around High Street and Murradoc Road. Residents have access to Coles Drysdale, ALDI, local shops and services, while nearby Bayview Central Curlewis provides additional retail and supermarket options. Larger shopping and commercial facilities are available in Geelong, including Westfield Geelong.
Education is well represented, with Drysdale Primary School, Bellarine Secondary College – Drysdale Campus, Saint Ignatius College Geelong and Christian College Geelong Bellarine Campus serving the local area. School zones should be checked using the specific residential address because Victorian government school boundaries can vary by address and enrolment year.
For recreation, Drysdale offers parks, sporting facilities and walking opportunities, including James Drysdale Reserve and the Bellarine Rail Trail. McLeod’s Waterholes, nearby golf courses and the surrounding Bellarine Peninsula provide additional outdoor and leisure opportunities.
Transportation is mainly road-based, with Drysdale located along the Geelong–Portarlington Road and offering access to Geelong and other Bellarine Peninsula towns. The Bellarine Railway also operates from Drysdale toward Queenscliff as a tourist railway. The suburb’s postcode is 3222, and it is within the City of Greater Geelong local government area
*Please be advised that some lots/units may need confirmation of availability. Kindly ensure to check availability first by emailing or phoning us.*
Do I Qualify?
Eligibility Criteria
The Following Eligibility Criteria Will Apply
- Available for ‘Brand New’ purchases only; including townhouses, apartments & freestanding houses
- Purchase must be made through one of FHBA’s partner’s or a new property provider approved by FHBA
- Your ‘first home loan’ must be arranged through FHBA Mortgages (exceptions may apply)
- The FHBA 50 Rebate is paid in addition to your State’s First Home Owners Grant & Stamp Duty concessions
- Complimentary Insurance Consultation with FHBA Protect to ensure you are protected
- You must agree to the full terms and conditions outlined in our client agreement new homes service before buying
How much is it?
Eligible FHBA first home buyer clients will be entitled to a 50% cash rebate on the total referral fees paid to FHBA (FHBA Pty Limited) from the new home provider you proceed with (should FHBA have a referral agreement with the provider)
The FHBA 50 Rebate will typically range from $2,500 to $12,000 depending on factors such as the property type, property location and property builder.
The rebate will be paid after the full referral fees are received by FHBA from the new homes provider first
Eligible Properties
To be eligible, the property must be from an FHBA new homes provider partner or approved by FHBA first
- House & Land
- Apartment
- Townhouse / Unit
- Display Homes
- Dual Living
- Dual Occupancy
- Duplex
- Studio
Example
A first home buyer couple meet an FHBA Coach and tell the Coach about their desired property. After working out their budget, the Coach show’s them a range of properties from FHBA’s New Homes partners. The QLD couple are interested in a house & land package through an FHBA partnered builder. The builder completes the sale with the client including some custom inclusions. The builder pay’s FHBA an agreed referral fee of $15,000.” “The couple will be entitled to the following government grant and incentives:
| Incentive Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| QLD Govt. FHOG Grant (2016/17 FY) | $20,000 |
| Stamp Duty Payable | NIL |
| FHBA 50 Rebate (50% of $15,000) | $7,500 |
| Total $ Incentives | 27,500 |
Please note that the FHOG and incentives are subject to change.
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