Sunbury

Thinking about building in Sunbury? You’re not alone – more and more families are choosing to put down roots here, and it’s easy to see why. Space, views, a strong community feel, and still close enough to Melbourne when you need it. At Jackson Dwellings, we work with people who want more from their next home – whether you’ve built before or are starting fresh. If you’re looking for a home that’s designed around how you really live, we’re here to guide you every step of the way. We’re a custom home builder. That means no cookie-cutter designs, no sales pressure, and no surprises halfway through the process. Just a team that listens, designs around you, and manages every detail from start to finish – with care, clarity, and craftsmanship.
In Sunbury, we’ve helped clients build on everything from large acreage blocks to tighter lots in new estates. Sloping land, council overlays, bushfire zones – we’ve seen it all and we’ll help you plan around it from day one. Our design and build team works together under one roof, so your vision stays intact and nothing gets lost in translation. And the homes? They speak for themselves. Clean lines, thoughtful layouts, natural light, premium finishes – and the kind of build quality you notice every time you walk in the door. So if you’re planning your next (and hopefully last) home in Sunbury, we’d love to show you what we can do. No jargon, no pushy sales talk – just real advice and a process that makes sense.

Quick Facts

Population
~42,000
Postcode
3429
Council
City of Hume
Distance to CBD
~38 km

Schools & Childcare

A mix of primary, secondary and early learning options keeps day-to-day life simple.

Shops & Daily Needs

Everyday shopping, pharmacies and cafes are a few minutes from the town centre.

Getting Around

Direct freeway access and V/Line services make commuting straightforward.

Sunbury Station

Train

Terminus of Metro Trains Sunbury Line. Direct services to Melbourne CBD (Southern Cross ~42 min). Also served by V/Line Bendigo services.

Distance: Town centre

Local Bus Services

Bus

CDC Melbourne Route 479 to Melbourne Airport. Multiple routes connecting suburbs and Sunbury Square.

Distance: Various stops

Calder Freeway

Freeway

Direct access to Melbourne CBD via Tullamarine Freeway (~35km). Also connects north to Bendigo.

Distance: 2km to interchange

Parks & Recreation

Parks, walking tracks and sporting reserves keep families outdoors.

Apex Park

Playground Sunbury VIC 3429

Playground, bocce court, picnic facilities, historic bluestone bridge access

Health Services

Local GPs and nearby hospitals mean you are not travelling far for care.

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Location Population To CBD Train Hospital Supermarket Schools Parks
Bullengarook
3437
~650 ~68 km 5 3
Health Services3
Nearest: Gisborne Medical Centres
GP/Medical Centre
Multiple medical practices in Gisborne, approximately 9km east
Nearest: Bacchus Marsh Hospital
Hospital
Western Health hospital, approximately 21km south
Nearest: Goonawarra Day Hospital
Hospital
Day hospital in Sunbury, approximately 23km
Transport3
Nearest: Gisborne Station
Train
V/Line Bendigo Line, approximately 9km east. Services to Melbourne Southern Cross ~50 min.
Nearest: Macedon Station
Train
V/Line Bendigo Line, approximately 10km north-east.
Bacchus Marsh Road
Road
Main road through locality connecting Gisborne (14km) to Bacchus Marsh (19km). Melbourne via Calder Freeway approximately 68km.
Schools & Childcare5
Sunbury & Macedon Ranges Specialist School (Senior Campus)
Special
Specialist school campus in former Bullengarook Primary School building (closed 2007)
Nearest: Gisborne Primary School
Primary
Nearest primary school, approximately 7km east
Nearest: St Brigid's Primary School
Primary
Catholic primary in Gisborne, approximately 7km east
Nearest: Alice Miller School
Secondary
Independent school in Gisborne, approximately 6km east
Nearest: Gisborne Secondary College
Secondary
Public secondary in Gisborne, approximately 6km east
Shopping & Services3
No local shops
Note
Bullengarook is a rural locality with no commercial facilities. Residents travel to Gisborne for shopping.
Nearest: Gisborne Shopping
Shopping
Full shopping precinct 9km east - Coles, Woolworths, FoodWorks, IGA, cafes, specialty stores
Nearest: Bacchus Marsh
Shopping
Major shopping centre 19km south - Woolworths, Coles, Aldi
Parks & Recreation3
Bullengarook Recreation Reserve
Sporting
Community reserve with tennis court, cricket ground, pavilion for hire, equestrian facilities, children's pony club
Lerderderg State Park
Nature Reserve
Large state park with spectacular gorge, bushwalking, camping. Access via Blackwood or Bacchus Marsh.
Mount Bullengarook
Nature
Local landmark, headwaters of Coimadai Creek
Daylesford
3460
~2,800 ~114 km 4 6
Health Services4
Daylesford & District Hospital
Hospital
Public hospital with emergency, acute and aged care services
Daylesford Medical Centre
GP/Medical Centre
General practice services
Daylesford Dental
Dentist
General dentistry
Darryl Wilson Optometrist
Optometrist
Established 1978, over 40 years experience
Transport3
V/Line Coach Services
Bus
Coach services to Ballarat and Melbourne. No direct rail service.
Daylesford Spa Country Railway
Heritage Rail
Heritage tourist railway operating between Daylesford and Bullarto. Scenic rides.
Midland Highway / Ballan Road
Road
Melbourne CBD approximately 115km. Ballarat 45km. Nearest V/Line train station: Ballan.
Schools & Childcare4
Daylesford Primary School
Primary
Community primary school serving Daylesford and district
Daylesford Secondary College
Secondary
Public co-educational Years 7-12 secondary school
St Michael's Primary School
Primary
Catholic primary school
Daylesford Kindergarten
Kindergarten
Community kindergarten
Shopping & Services7
IGA Daylesford
Supermarket
Main supermarket in town centre
IGA Daylesford (Albert Street)
Supermarket
Second IGA location
Blake Family Grocers
Specialty Food
Local produce, artisan delicacies, free-range meats, cheeses, gourmet groceries
Cliffy's Emporium
Specialty
Legendary general store since 1950s, local produce, specialty groceries, kitchenware
Vincent Street Precinct
Shopping
Main shopping strip with cafes, galleries, antiques, boutiques, bookshops
Daylesford Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Community pharmacy
Hepburn Wholefoods Collective
Specialty Food
Not-for-profit organic and biodynamic wholefoods from local farms
Parks & Recreation6
Lake Daylesford
Recreation
Scenic lake with walking tracks, picnic areas, cafe, paddleboats
Wombat Hill Botanic Gardens
Botanic Garden
Historic gardens atop volcanic hill, lookout tower, conifer collection
Hepburn Mineral Springs Reserve
Nature Reserve
Natural mineral springs, walking trails, spa precinct 4km from Daylesford
Jubilee Lake
Recreation
Swimming, picnic area, walking trails
Wombat State Forest
Nature Reserve
Extensive forest for bushwalking, mountain biking, camping
Daylesford Sunday Market
Markets
Popular weekly market every Sunday
Gisborne
3437
~14,500 ~54 km 5 5
Health Services5
Gisborne Medical Centre
GP/Medical Centre
Established 1979, allied health services available including psychology and physiotherapy
Gisborne Medical Clinic
GP/Medical Centre
Bulk billing available with Medicare/DVA/Seniors Card
Neal Street Medical Clinic
GP/Medical Centre
Bulk billing, skin cancer clinic, pathology services
Gisborne Dental Group
Dentist
Over 25 years experience, general and cosmetic dentistry, Invisalign
Gisborne Family Dental
Dentist
Family-friendly, Child Dental Benefit Scheme accepted
Transport5
Gisborne Railway Station
Train Station
V/Line Bendigo-Melbourne line. Regular services to Southern Cross Station via Sunbury.
Route 73 Bus
Bus
Gisborne Station to Willowbank Rd. Operates 7 days, set timetable.
Route 74 Bus
Bus
Gisborne Township circular service. Operates 7 days, set timetable.
Route 77 Bus
Bus (On-Demand)
On-demand service covering wider Gisborne area. Operates 7 days except public holidays.
Gisborne Transit
Bus Operator
Local bus operator managing Routes 73, 74, and 77. Connects to train services.
Schools & Childcare5
Gisborne Primary School
Primary
Government primary school, Prep-6
Gisborne Secondary College
Secondary
Government secondary school, Years 7-12
Willowbank Primary School
Primary
Government primary school, opened 2022
The Learning Sanctuary Gisborne
Childcare/Kindergarten
Long day care and kindergarten, 6 weeks to 6 years
Willowbank Early Learning Centre Gisborne
Childcare
Early learning centre, birth to school age
Shopping & Services5
Coles Gisborne
Supermarket
Open 6am-9pm daily
FoodWorks Gisborne
Supermarket
Independent supermarket
Gisborne Village Shopping Centre
Shopping Centre
Anchored by Morgan's IGA, Chemist Warehouse, Australia Post
Chemist Warehouse Gisborne
Pharmacy
Discount pharmacy
Priceline Pharmacy Gisborne
Pharmacy
Pharmacy with health services
Parks & Recreation5
Gisborne Botanic Gardens
Botanic Garden
Established 1991, New Zealand theme plantings, pedestrian access via bridges over Jacksons Creek
Gisborne Adventure Playground
Playground
Large playground for all ages, toddler areas fenced, wheelchair swing, BBQ and rotunda
John Aitken Reserve
Reserve
Large open space with two playgrounds, BBQ areas and fitness track
Mount Gisborne Reserve
Nature Reserve
Woodland reserve on summit, home to unique plants and animals
Gisborne Aquatic Centre
Swimming Pool
Heated lap pool, warm water exercise pool, Learn to Swim pool. Phone: (03) 5421 1452
Kyneton
3444
~7,500 ~87 km 5 5
Health Services4
Kyneton District Health
Hospital
Public hospital with emergency, acute, aged care and community health services
Kyneton Medical Centre
GP/Medical Centre
General practice services
Kyneton Family Practice
GP/Medical Centre
Family-focused general practice
Kyneton Dental
Dentist
General and family dentistry
Transport3
Kyneton Station
Train
V/Line Bendigo Line services to Melbourne (Southern Cross ~65 min) and north to Bendigo. Historic heritage station building.
Regional Coach Services
Bus
V/Line coach connections to surrounding townships and regions not served by rail.
Calder Freeway
Road
Access to Melbourne CBD approximately 85km south. Bendigo 60km north.
Schools & Childcare5
Kyneton Primary School
Primary
Brand new purpose-built school as part of Kyneton Education Precinct
Our Lady of the Rosary Primary School
Primary
Catholic primary school
Kyneton High School
Secondary
Public co-ed Years 7-12, founded 1912, heritage-listed 1920s buildings
Sacred Heart College Kyneton
Secondary
Catholic co-ed secondary in Mercy tradition, established 130+ years
Kyneton Kindergarten
Kindergarten
Community kindergarten services
Shopping & Services5
Coles Kyneton
Supermarket
Full-line supermarket
IGA Kyneton
Supermarket
Independent supermarket
Piper Street Precinct
Shopping
Award-winning foodie destination with cafes, restaurants, specialty stores, galleries
Kyneton Town Centre
Shopping
Historic main streets with boutiques, antiques, homewares
Kyneton Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Community pharmacy services
Parks & Recreation5
Kyneton Botanic Gardens
Botanic Garden
Heritage-listed gardens dating to 1858, significant tree collection
Kyneton Community Park
Playground
Unique nature-based play space for all abilities
Campaspe River Walk
Walking Trail
River trail through town connecting parks and reserves
Kyneton Showgrounds
Events/Recreation
Annual show, markets, community events
Bald Hill Reserve
Nature Reserve
Walking tracks, panoramic views
Macedon
3440
~2,100 ~56 km 2 5
Health Services2
Nearest: Gisborne Medical Centres
GP/Medical Centre
Multiple practices in Gisborne, approximately 10 minutes drive
Nearest: Woodend Medical
GP/Medical Centre
Medical practices in Woodend, approximately 10 minutes drive
Transport2
Macedon Station
Train
V/Line Bendigo Line services to Melbourne (Southern Cross ~50 min) and north to Kyneton/Bendigo. Small village station.
Mount Macedon Road
Road
Connects to Gisborne and Calder Freeway south. Woodend north. Melbourne CBD approximately 60km.
Schools & Childcare2
Macedon Primary School
Primary
Values: Kindness, Resilience, Respect. Community school serving Macedon village.
Macedon Kindergarten
Kindergarten
Community kindergarten services
Shopping & Services4
Macedon Village General Store
General Store
Essentials, takeaway, local produce
Macedon Village Shops
Shopping
Small selection of cafes, specialty stores in village centre
Macedon Village Farmers Market
Markets
Runs four times per year
Nearby: Gisborne
Shopping
Full shopping precinct 8km - Coles, Woolworths, IGA, specialty stores
Parks & Recreation5
Macedon Regional Park
Nature Reserve
3290 hectare park, gateway to Mount Macedon walking trails, waterfalls, picnic areas
Tony Clarke Reserve
Recreation
Community reserve, hosts farmers market
Macedon Railway Park
Heritage
Historic station gardens
Macedon Cemetery
Heritage
Historic cemetery with notable graves including Ellis Rowan and Lord Casey
Hanging Rock Reserve
Nature Reserve
Iconic volcanic formation 10 minutes drive, walking tracks, picnic racing
Mount Macedon
3441
~1,500 ~64 km 1 7
Health Services2
Nearest: Gisborne Medical Centres
GP/Medical Centre
Multiple medical practices in Gisborne, approximately 15 minutes drive
Nearest: Woodend Medical
GP/Medical Centre
Medical practices in Woodend, approximately 10 minutes drive
Transport2
Macedon Station (nearby)
Train
V/Line Bendigo Line at base of mountain, approximately 5km. Services to Melbourne Southern Cross ~50 min.
Mount Macedon Road
Road
Scenic winding road connecting to Macedon village and Calder Freeway. Melbourne CBD approximately 65km.
Schools & Childcare1
Mount Macedon Primary School
Primary
Founded 1858, IB Primary Years Program (PYP) school since 2017, survived 1983 Ash Wednesday fires
Shopping & Services3
Mount Macedon Trading Post
General Store
Small general store with essentials
Nearby: Macedon Village
Shopping
Small village shops 5 minutes drive
Nearby: Woodend
Shopping
Major shopping 10 minutes drive - Coles, IGA, specialty shops
Parks & Recreation7
Mount Macedon Memorial Cross
Memorial/Lookout
21m heritage-listed WWI memorial cross at summit (1001m), spectacular views, Victoria's most significant war memorial outside Shrine of Remembrance
Macedon Regional Park
Nature Reserve
3290 hectares of bushland, walking tracks, waterfalls, picnic areas. Ash Wednesday memorial.
Camels Hump
Lookout
Sub-alpine area with panoramic views and walking tracks
Sanatorium Lake
Nature Reserve
Peaceful lake with walking trails, historic sanatorium site
Forest Glade Gardens
Gardens
Historic private garden open to public, 3.5 hectares of exotic plants
Duneira Heritage Garden
Gardens
Heritage-listed garden open seasonally, spectacular autumn colours
Ash Wednesday Park
Recreation
Community park with flying fox, picnic facilities, commemorates 1983 bushfires
Riddells Creek
3431
~3,600 ~47 km 2 4
Health Services2
Riddell Country Practice
GP/Medical Centre
Established 1999, experienced GPs, on-site pathology. AGPAL accredited training facility. Open Saturdays.
Riddells Creek Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Adjacent to medical centre
Transport2
Riddells Creek Station
Train
V/Line Bendigo Line services to Melbourne (Southern Cross ~40 min via Sunbury connection or regional services). Heritage station building and goods shed.
Kilmore Road / Lancefield Road
Road
Main road access connecting to Sunbury (15km south), Lancefield and Romsey.
Schools & Childcare2
Riddells Creek Primary School
Primary
Oldest surviving school building in Macedon Ranges, established 1869, over 300 students
Riddells Creek Kindergarten
Kindergarten
Community kindergarten services
Shopping & Services4
Riddells Creek IGA
Supermarket
Local supermarket with essential groceries
Station Street Shops
Shopping
Post office, cafes, small retail shops
Riddells Creek Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Community pharmacy near medical centre
Dromkeen Gallery & Bookshop
Specialty
Historic property housing nationally significant children's book and art collection
Parks & Recreation4
Riddells Creek Recreation Reserve
Sporting
Football, cricket, netball facilities, community events
Riddells Creek Trail
Walking Trail
Creek-side walking track through township
Riddells Creek Viaduct
Heritage
Impressive 1861 bluestone railway viaduct, heritage listed
Riddells Creek Farmers Market
Markets
Accredited farmers market, first Saturday of month
Romsey
3434
~4,900 ~61 km 2 5
Health Services3
Romsey Medical Centre
GP/Medical Centre
General practice services
Romsey Family Medical
GP/Medical Centre
Family-focused medical practice
Romsey Dental
Dentist
General dentistry services
Transport2
Regional Bus Services
Bus
Coach services connecting to Sunbury, Lancefield and surrounding areas. No direct rail line.
Barry Street / Main Road
Road
Main road access. Sunbury approximately 25km south. Melbourne CBD approximately 60km.
Schools & Childcare2
Romsey Primary School
Primary
Community primary school serving Romsey and surrounding districts
Romsey Kindergarten
Kindergarten
Community kindergarten
Shopping & Services6
Coles Romsey
Supermarket
Full-size supermarket opened 2025 with Liquorland, sustainability trial store
IGA Romsey
Supermarket
Independent supermarket in main shopping strip
Romsey Main Street Shops
Shopping
Butcher, fresh food deli, cafes, restaurants, hairdressers
Romsey Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Community pharmacy
Ampol Service Station
Fuel
Town's petrol station
Banks
Banking
Banking services available in town
Parks & Recreation5
Lions Park
Playground
Built around Five Mile Creek, playground and picnic facilities
Romsey Park
Sporting
Football, cricket, golf (18-hole course), bowls club
Romsey Skate Park
Recreation
Modern skate park facility
Romsey Ecotherapy Park
Playground
All abilities nature-based play space
Romsey Golf Club
Golf
12 green, 18 hole course
Sunbury
3429
~42,000 ~38 km 10 8
Health Services7
Goonawarra Medical Centre
GP/Medical Centre
11 GPs, Diabetic Clinic, Cardiology, pathology, pharmacy and dental on-site. Open 7 days.
Sunbury Medical Centre
GP/Medical Centre
Fully accredited private practice, physiotherapy and psychology on-site
Sunbury Square Medical Centre
GP/Medical Centre
Convenient shopping centre location
Vineyard Medical Centre
GP/Medical Centre
Private practice, specialists on-site, Pharmasave pharmacy
Aspire Health Medical Practice
GP/Medical Centre
Open Mon-Sat, personalised healthcare focus
Resolve Medical Centre Sunbury
GP/Medical Centre
Bulk billing, on-site pathology and Pharmacy4Less
Smile-In-Style Dental
Dentist
Located within Goonawarra Medical Centre complex
Transport3
Sunbury Station
Train
Terminus of Metro Trains Sunbury Line. Direct services to Melbourne CBD (Southern Cross ~42 min). Also served by V/Line Bendigo services.
Local Bus Services
Bus
CDC Melbourne Route 479 to Melbourne Airport. Multiple routes connecting suburbs and Sunbury Square.
Calder Freeway
Freeway
Direct access to Melbourne CBD via Tullamarine Freeway (~35km). Also connects north to Bendigo.
Schools & Childcare10
Sunbury Primary School
Primary
Historic school established in township centre
Sunbury Heights Primary School
Primary
Established 1981, strong focus on inclusive education
Sunbury West Primary School
Primary
Japanese language program, 1:1 digital learning
Goonawarra Primary School
Primary
Located in Goonawarra estate
Kismet Park Primary School
Primary
Strong community involvement
Sunbury Downs College
Secondary
Years 7-12 co-ed public college, ACE Program for academically able students
Salesian College Sunbury
Secondary
Catholic co-ed Years 7-12, oldest Salesian school in Australia (est. 1927)
Complete Kids Early Learning
Childcare
Family owned and operated, also at 70 Barkly Street
Aspire Early Education Sunbury
Childcare
Brand new purpose-built centre, school readiness programs
Aussie Kindies Sunbury
Childcare
Small, safe and inclusive environment with family feel
Shopping & Services6
Sunbury Square Shopping Centre
Shopping Centre
Main shopping centre with 60+ stores
Coles Sunbury
Supermarket
Full service supermarket
Woolworths Sunbury
Supermarket
Open 6am-midnight daily
Rosenthal Shopping Centre
Shopping Centre
Includes Resolve Medical Centre and Pharmacy4Less
TerryWhite Chemmart
Pharmacy
Located within Sunbury Square
Priceline Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Located within Sunbury Square
Parks & Recreation8
Jacksons Creek biik wurrdha Regional Parklands
Nature Reserve
1000+ hectares from Diggers Rest to Sunbury. Walking trails, wildlife viewing, platypus habitat.
The Nook
Recreation
Popular swimming hole on Jacksons Creek, picnic facilities, dog friendly off-leash area
Emu Bottom Wetlands
Nature Reserve
Habitat restoration works, platypus viewing, oldest homestead site in district
Apex Park
Playground
Playground, bocce court, picnic facilities, historic bluestone bridge access
Jacksons Hill Reserve
Nature Reserve
All-abilities path, historic mill site, red cliff sunset views
Skyline Drive Reserve
Lookout
Valley views including historic Rupertswood Mansion
Clarke Oval & Recreation Reserve
Sporting
Football, cricket, netball facilities
Goonawarra Golf Course
Golf
18-hole course adjoining Jacksons Creek
Woodend
3442
~6,700 ~69 km 5 6
Health Services3
Ranges Medical
GP/Medical Centre
General practice services
Woodend Family Medical Practice
GP/Medical Centre
Family-focused general practice
Woodend Dental
Dentist
General and family dentistry
Transport3
Woodend Station
Train
V/Line Bendigo Line services to Melbourne (Southern Cross ~55 min) and north to Kyneton/Bendigo. Located adjacent to High Street.
Local Bus Services
Bus
Coach connections to surrounding townships and Melbourne via V/Line network.
Calder Freeway
Freeway
Access via Black Forest Road interchange. Melbourne CBD approximately 65km south.
Schools & Childcare5
Woodend Primary School
Primary
Dual campus school with annexe at Carlsruhe focusing on sustainability and environmental education
St Ambrose Parish Primary School
Primary
Catholic primary established 1859, faith-filled environment
Braemar College
Secondary
Independent P-12 ecumenical school in heritage Braemar House, approx 1100 students
Goodstart Early Learning Woodend
Childcare
Early learning and kindergarten services
Woodend Kindergarten
Kindergarten
Community kindergarten
Shopping & Services5
Coles Woodend
Supermarket
Full-line supermarket adjacent to Woodend Station, includes Liquorland
IGA Woodend (Marks)
Supermarket
In 19th Hole Shopping Centre, local produce focus
Woodend Newsagency
Newsagent
Papers, magazines, lotto, gifts
High Street Shops
Shopping
Range of cafes, boutiques, antique stores, galleries and specialty shops
Woodend Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Community pharmacy
Parks & Recreation6
Five Mile Creek Linear Reserve
Nature Reserve
Walking and cycling trail through Woodend township
Woodend Racecourse & Recreation Reserve
Recreation
Multi-purpose recreation reserve, equestrian events
Woodend Children's Park
Playground
Playground and picnic facilities
Hanging Rock Reserve
Nature Reserve
Iconic volcanic formation, walking tracks, picnic racing, 10 minutes south
Macedon Regional Park
Nature Reserve
3290 hectare park with walking tracks, waterfalls, picnic areas. Access via Woodend.
Woodend Golf Club
Golf
18-hole course
What kind of homes do you build in Sunbury?
Every home we build is one-of-a-kind. Some clients want a modern farmhouse, others prefer something more contemporary. We design around how you live and what works best on your block - no templates, just smart design and good execution.
Can you handle sloped or awkward blocks?
Yes - and we do it often. Sunbury has its fair share of tricky sites, and we’re comfortable working with slope, shape, and site restrictions. Our early planning helps avoid issues down the track.
How much does a custom build in Sunbury usually cost?
Costs vary depending on your design, site, size, and selections. We’ll talk through your vision, offer guidance on what’s realistic, and make sure you have clarity on the budget before moving forward - no guesswork, no surprises.
Do you deal with council approvals?
Absolutely. We take care of all the permits and approvals required through Hume City Council. It’s part of the process, and we’ve done it many times in Sunbury and surrounds.
How long will the build take?
Every project is different, but we’ll give you a clear timeline before we start and keep you in the loop throughout the build. From design to handover, we focus on getting it right - not rushing it.

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