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Melbourne’s northern region

Find out about training, skills and careers in the region.

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Melbourne’s northern region is large and culturally diverse. It stretches from Hume’s farming communities to Melbourne’s popular inner northern suburbs. Thriving communities in the region offer lots of job opportunities.

Melbourne Airport is at the centre of the region. The transport and logistics industry is a significant employer. The area is also home to many of Melbourne’s leading healthcare facilities. This provides many job opportunities in health care and community services.

Melbourne’s northern region is home to many large industrial precincts, and manufacturing offers many job opportunities.

Major government investments in infrastructure are helping to grow jobs for the future.

Training and careers in Melbourne’s northern region

TAFE and training providers in Melbourne’s north

Explore TAFE and training providers across Melbourne’s northern region.

Search for training courses near you

Thinking of doing some training? Search for government-funded TAFE and training courses on the Victorian Skills Gateway.

Help finding a job in Melbourne’s north

Learn what support is available to find work in Melbourne’s northern region.

Future job growth in Melbourne’s north

Explore jobs in demand in Melbourne’s northern region and how many workers will be needed in the coming years.

Local career success stories

Helen Panagopoulos case study

The career that she was meant for: Helen’s health care pathway

“My diploma was a good test to see if I was cut out for a nursing career. With this profession, there’s only so much you can read in a book. I’m grateful for all the hands-on placement opportunities.”

Rebecca Hope case study

Rebecca opens doors with a business traineeship

“The trainers at TAFE were really supportive and able to teach in a way that suited my needs. I recommend the traineeship pathway to people with disabilities because we learn best by doing things.”

Thomas Patterson case study

The right person for the right job: Tom’s teaching journey

“VET teachers and students are hands-on people – we’re constructors, that’s how we learn. The lessons are so concrete and real. As a young person, to find your place is a beautiful thing.”

Quick facts about Melbourne‘s northern region

Population: 1,016,300^

Number of new workers expected**:**

Known for:

Key industries:

Local government areas:

Official region name: Northern metropolitan region

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^ Sourced from Victoria in Future – VIF2023 Data Explorer(opens in a new window) 2021 data for Northern metropolitan region

Updated 27 March 2025

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