Sports Clubs in Templestowe — Join & Play

The sports scene in Templestowe is more active than most new residents expect

Football (AFL)

Luna’s (155 Nicholson Road) — Reliable and consistent in Templestowe. Check their website for current hours. Popular with locals for good reason.

The Happy Store (113 Nicholson Road) — Reliable and consistent in Templestowe. Recently renovated. Prices are competitive.

Cricket

Hugo Room — 379 Henry Lane

Been around long enough that quality is consistent. The owner is usually on-site and hands-on. Rating: ★★★½☆.

Cleo’s — 224 Henry Lane

Under the radar but deserving of more attention. Book ahead on weekends. Rating: ★★★½☆.

Oliver’s (6 Nicholson Road) — Worth knowing about in Templestowe. Recently renovated. Prices are competitive.

Tennis & Netball

The Lucky Room (375 Henry Lane) — A solid option in Templestowe. Established in 2018. The staff are knowledgeable and helpful.

Remy Yard — 122 Henry Lane

Been around long enough that quality is consistent. Family-friendly with designated areas. Rating: ★★★½☆.

Soccer

The Sunny Post — 228 Sydney Parade

A newer addition that has earned its place. Family-friendly with designated areas. Rating: ★★★★½.

The Tall Post (259 Mary Road) — One of the better ones in Templestowe. Check their website for current hours. Not flashy, just good at what they do.

High Larder — 42 Henry Lane

A newer addition that has earned its place. Book ahead on weekends. Rating: ★★★★½.

Other Sports

Red Bench (223 Nicholson Road) — Worth knowing about in Templestowe. Recently renovated. Popular with locals for good reason.

Nico Works (100 Pine Lane) — Worth knowing about in Templestowe. Established in 2013. The staff are knowledgeable and helpful.

The Happy Works (204 Pine Lane) — A solid option in Templestowe. Recently renovated. Popular with locals for good reason.

Quick Reference

Category	Details
Suburb	Templestowe
Region	Melbourne East
Character	Down-to-earth, multicultural, accessible
Transport	Public transport options in Templestowe
Coffee price	$4.50-5.00
Dinner out	$22-38 pp

Tips for Residents

Save the council number. For Templestowe, your local council handles everything from noise complaints to hard rubbish collection. Their website has online forms for most requests — it is faster than calling.
Join local groups. The Templestowe Facebook group and community boards are where you’ll find out about events, lost pets, and neighbourhood news before it hits the papers. Also check Nextdoor for hyperlocal updates.
Support local. The businesses on Sydney Parade are what give Templestowe its character. Use them or lose them — every dollar spent locally recirculates in the suburb economy.
Know the parking rules. Most streets around Sydney Parade are 2-hour metered zones Mon-Fri. Side streets are unrestricted after 6pm and on weekends. The council does ticket — don’t push your luck.
Bin schedule. Green lid (general waste) is weekly. Yellow lid (recycling) and green waste alternate fortnightly. Hard rubbish collection is booked through the council — you get 2 free pickups per year.
Report issues. Potholes, graffiti, damaged footpaths, illegal dumping — report through the council’s Snap Send Solve app or their website. They actually fix things when they’re reported.

Detailed Area Guide

Getting Around

Public transport options in Templestowe. Most daily errands in Templestowe can be done on foot if you live near the main strip. For supermarkets and bulk shopping, a car or rideshare is more practical. Cycling infrastructure is adequate — shared paths exist but dedicated lanes are limited.

Shopping & Errands

The main commercial strip along Sydney Parade covers most basics: pharmacy, post office, newsagent, and several takeaway options. For major grocery shopping, there’s a Woolworths within 5-10 minutes. The butcher on Nicholson Road is worth knowing about.

Weather & Seasons

Melbourne weather applies: dress in layers, keep an umbrella in the car, and never trust a sunny morning. Templestowe is cooler in summer than western suburbs due to proximity to parks. The parks are best in autumn (March-May) and spring (September-November). Summer evenings are genuinely pleasant here — long daylight, outdoor dining, and the neighbourhood comes alive.

Seasonal highlights: Autumn is the quietest season — locals-only energy and a nice pace. The council runs free events in the parks during warmer months.

Cost of Living Quick Reference

General daily costs in Templestowe: coffee $4.50-5.00, brunch $17-25, dinner out $22-38 per person. For more detailed pricing across all categories, see our Templestowe Cost of Living Guide.

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Last updated: March 2026

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