Event: 29/10/2015

The concept artwork for the new Eastland. large image

George Calombaris and Frank Camorra are opening new restaurant concepts in the new Eastland.

A current image of ongoing construction at Eastland. large image

High fashion brands, quintessential Melbourne cuisine and state-of-the-art community facilities will feature at Ringwood as part of the new Eastland.Eastland's new $665m expansion is set to open on the 29th of October and with completion of stage two by mid-2016.The extensive renovations will bring a whole host of high fashion brands and excellent eateries to the suburb of Ringwood.Acclaimed chefs George Calombaris and Frank Camorra will be launching new concepts Jimmy Grant's Deluxe and Pacos Tacos respectively along with Huxtaburger, Hunter & Barrel, The Cellar Door, Hunky Dory and Ang Ang by Chinta Ria Soul who will also be bringing their culinary talents to the new Eastland.High fashion brands including Scanlan Theodore, Marcs, Oroton, Gorman, Decjuba, Veronika Maine, Alannah Hill, Mimco, French Connection and Seed as well as major stores Uniqlo, David Jones, H&M and Harris Scarfe will also open within the new development.For a full list of the amazing brands that you can find at Eastland soon check out the website: www.eastandco.com.au REALM, the new library, Learning and Cultural Centre, will also be included in the Ringwood Square redevelopment and will house a cafe with a collection of magazines and newspapers. Some other improvements to Ringwood include the $66m renovation of Ringwood Station and Interchange. The upgrade to the station should be completed by early 2016 and includes changes to accessibility and shelter, expansion of the bus interchange, signalised pedestrian crossings, additional CCTV and new toilet and waiting facilities.Recently opened is also Aquanation, the refurbished Ringwood pool. The $52.2m redevelopment includes the fantastic 66.5 metre 10 lane pool, warm water pool area with two spas, steam room and sauna, kids pool, diving facilities with dry diving to come and two excellent water slides for kids of all ages. Along with this, there is a large gym located inside the aquatic centre with Swim & Gym memberships available now.For more information on the development of Eastland, you can find Eastland on Facebook, or visit the website: www.eastandco.com.au . The new Eastland will be open on Thursday 29th of October for the first viewing. Aquanation is currently open and information can be found at: www.maroondah.vic.gov.au/Aquanation.aspx