Wendy’s is confirming a long-speculated move into Victoria with its first permanent store in Melbourne. Multiple outlets report the restaurant will open near a major road in the city, marking the chain’s first ongoing presence in the state. The new location is expected to feature a drive-through designed to include more direct human interaction rather than fully automated service. The menus for the Melbourne site are also set to include an Australian-only item, which the reporting ties to localisation plans for the new store. The announcement follows years of speculation about when Wendy’s would establish a permanent base in Victoria, with the confirmation now giving a clear indication of the chain’s timing and format for its first Victorian outlet. While the articles provide consistent details about location, service style, and the inclusion of a locally specific menu item, they do not specify further store size, opening date, or broader timetable for additional Victorian sites.