[1] Woodend North was originally known as Springfield, supposedly in reference to natural springs in the area.

The settlement formerly consisted of the Post Office, State School, a general store, a blacksmith, and Patterson's (flour) Mill,[2] all of which are now closed.

Further, Woodend North featured three licensed hotels, the Springfield, Highland Chief and Dalhousie.

[2] The Post Office opened as Springfield on 11 November 1862, was renamed Woodend North on 8 September 1884, and closed on 31 January 1958.

[3] The former Woodend North State School remains standing as a privately owned residence.