An anti-aircraft battery operated on the site during World War II for protection of the surrounding military bases and ammunition works in Maidstone and Maribyrnong.

[4] Named originally "Westland" to fit in with other shopping centres, Northland, etc.,[5] it opened as "Highpoint West".

[7] Expansions, over two levels, incorporated traffic flow improvements, an additional 1,000 car spaces and 100 extra speciality retailers.

[8][10] Until 2006, Highpoint was wholly owned by Melbourne's Besen family (also owners of the Sussan retail chain).

In March 2006, the GPT (General Property Trust) Group purchased a 50% stake and management rights in the centre for about A$621.2 million.