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The History of Melbourne The city’s origins lie in a surge in nineteenth century urbanisation which ringed the Pacific with a network of bustling commercial cities: Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Auckland, San Francisco, Seattle and Vancouver. They grew as gateways to their expansive hinterlands, facilitating European settlement and the harnessing of their developing regional economies to world money and produce markets. They were cities of the nineteenth century, built from scratch, their spatial form shaped by the latest technological innovations and their social economic structures mirroring the logic of modern capitalist market place. Melbourne - fittingly dubbed “Marvellous Melbourne” by George Sala in 1888, encapsulates this remarkable city’s building progress. Melbourne was for most of the nineteenth century the most remarkable of these Pacific Rim cities, and the largest in both population and in physical extent.

The growth of this city is often taken for granted, but Melbourne was not predetermined or inevitable. It was established by speculators technically in breach of the law. The hinterland was not given out to capitalists but licensed, leased and purchased by investors and speculators.

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This entrepreneurial quality was reinforced by the gold discoveries which attracted settlers who were young, enterprising and independent. These were the people who opposed state aid to religion, fought for the eight hour day, pressed for land to be opened up to the small settler and most dramatically espoused the protection of local industry ~ inverting the orthodoxies of Great Britain. A strong imprint remains of the industries established between 1860 and 1890, especially in areas like clothing and footwear establishing Marvellous Melbourne as the shopping capital of Australia even today.

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contents 4 Contents

Chapel Street Precinct

6 Highlights

Greek Precinct

8 Events

St Kilda

14 Opals

58 Entertainment

Highlights Shopping

Highlights Attractions

60 Art, Theatre & Culture

Music Venues

31 Dining

Visitor Information

37 Maps

Travelling on public transport

Suburbs Map

Greater Melbourne Map

CBD Map Legend

Victoria State Map

Beyond Melbourne

Train Map

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Tram Map

Highlights Surrounds

78 What’s On

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cultural precincts

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Melbourne’s cosmopolitan population has left an indelible mark on the city. But nowhere is this influence more prominent than in the vibrant cultural precincts, which have established themselves in the city. From Chinatown on Little Bourke Street, to Lygon Street’s Italian precinct in Carlton and the Greek precinct on Lonsdale Street, a trip to the city can turn into a culinary adventure for your tastebuds.

Chinatown, LitTle Bourke St, City Chinatown: Through the ornate archway, past the marble lions, you are transported to the clattering, chattering streets of China, a world of dumplings, dragonfruit and drunken chicken.

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Greek precinct, Russel & Lonsdale Streets Athens might be a world away, but Grecian delights await discovery in Melbourne’s Greek Precinct. At all hours of the day and night, this corner is a treasure trove of mouthwatering delights.

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Lygon Street (Italian) precinct , Carlton Stroll along ‘Little Italy’s’ leafy Lygon Street and discover a place where Melbourne’s famous cafe culture was born. Beautiful Victorian terraces provide a backdrop for lovers of coffee, dining al fresco. Be tempted by cake shops and gelati bars. 6

Federation Square precinct, Swanston Street, City Federation Square is Melbourne’s meeting place and a unique cultural precinct. Find out what’s happening at Fed Square and what else is nearby.

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events

DreamWorks Animation: The Exhibition 10 Apr - 5 Oct 2014

The Australian Centre for the Moving Image (ACMI) and Los Angeles-based studio, DreamWorks Animation, are proud to present DreamWorks Animation: The Exhibition, the studio’s first ever large-scale international exhibition.

events DreamWorks Animation: The Exhibition is ACMI’s largest ever exhibition, featuring over 400 items including, never-before-seen concept drawings, interviews, models and original artworks, and interactive experiences for children and adults. Visitors will lose themselves in the extraordinary worlds created by DreamWorks’ award-winning artists and travel with beloved characters, from original sketches through to grumpy ogres, friendly dragons and Kung Fu-fighting pandas. The entire back catalogue of 29 DreamWorks feature films will be represented in the exhibition. DreamWorks Animation: The Exhibition ais on until Sunday 5 October 2014 acmi.net.au/ dreamworks

more reason to celebrate. The move out to the Tea Tree Farm was a dream that finally came true in 2010 for the 21st anniversary, after seeking a permanent home since 1996.

Bluesfest

13/03/2014 - 16/03/2014 The upcoming Bluesfest over the Easter Long weekend in 2014 will mark their 25th silver anniversary. What a special weekend it will be and we hope that you can join us for this legendary weekend. (Thu 17 - Mon 21 April) The 25th anniversary will also mark the 5th year of being at our permanent home at Tyagarah - even 8

Tyagarah Tee Tree Farm is nestled on 120 hectares, just 11 kilometres north of Byron Bay and 8 kilometres south of Brunswick Heads. It is an operational Tea Tree Farm for most of the year and turns into a Bluesfest site for a few weeks before, during and after the Easter Festival weekend. In addition to the 7 performance stages, 5 licensed bars, 50+ market stalls, 40+ food stalls we make sure everyones needs are catered for at Bluesfest, not just the musical ones. Bluesfest: Thursday 17 April to Monday 21 April 2014. Visit www.bluesfest.com.au for tickets and more info

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The Royal Academy of Arts, London 1768–1918 2 March – 9 June 2014

Some of the finest examples of British art will travel to Australia for the first time in March 2014. Close to 100 works from the Royal Academy of Arts, London, featuring revered works by J.M. W. Turner, Thomas Gainsborough, John Constable, John Singer Sargent, Henry Fuseli, John Everett Millais, John William Waterhouse and Sir Joshua Reynolds will be showcased. The exhibition, an extraordinary coup for Bendigo Art Gallery, represents the first exhibition from the Royal Academy in its 245year history in which these highly revered works have been collectively showcased and toured in Australia. Conceived and initiated by Bendigo Art Gallery Director Karen Quinlan, the exhibition offers an unparalleled opportunity to see works that cemented the RA’s reputation as one of the foremost institutions of western art from the 18th century. To complement the works on loan from the RA, 30 significant works by Australian artists such as Nicholas Chevalier, Tom Roberts, John Longstaff, Rupert Bunny, Arthur Streeton, E Phillips Fox,

Margaret Preston, Agnes Goodsir and William Dobell who were educated, then exhibited and subsequently gained reputation through the RA have been included. The exhibition will draw on the wealth of the Royal Academy collections ranging from paintings and sculpture to works on paper and historic books. Australian works drawn from collections across State galleries in Australia will sit alongside these masterpieces. The Royal Academy has existed for 245 years and this exhibition will focus on a key period in the institutions history, the ‘long 19th century’ from 1768 to 1918. This exhibition has been curated by MaryAnne Stevens and Helen Valentine, with Nick Savage and Annette Wickham, from the Royal Academy of Arts and Karen Quinlan and Tansy Curtin from Bendigo Art Gallery. It has been organised by Bendigo Art Gallery and the Royal Academy of Arts, London. A full illustrated catalogue accompanies the exhibition. Bendigo Art Gallery 2 March – 9 June 2014 www.bendigoartgallery.com.au 9

melbourne events MARCH 11/03/14 - 20/04/2014 EMPIRE by Spiegelworld EMPIRE was created in New York City and smashes the boundaries of circus, cabaret, vaudeville and burlesque, reinventing the genres for a 21st century audience. For the past year, EMPIRE has been wowing audiences around Australia and returns to Melbourne following a sold-out season last year. ticketek.com.au. empireaustralia.com 13/03/14 - 24/03/14 24th Melbourne Queer Film Festival The MQFF has some amazing material on offer this year, from opening night film Any Day Now, to our closing night film Reaching for the Moon. www.mqff.com.au to 23/03/2014 Melbourne Now Celebrating the latest art, architecture, design, performance and cultural practice to reflect the complex cultural landscape of creative Melbourne. - innovative creative practice in all its forms. NGV International 03 8620 2222 ngv.vic.gov.au 18/3/14 - 23/3/14 Virgin Australia Melbourne Fashion Festival Immerse yourself in this dramatic sensory overload by rubbing shoulders with Australia’s fashion elite from our leading fashion titles and industry. www.vamff.com.au 26/03/2014 to 30/03/2014 The Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show A must-see flower and garden extravaganza for all, in full bloom the 19th annual flower and garden show is the biggest in the southern hemisphere, boasting more than 500 exhibitors showcasing innovative products and services. Carlton Gardens & Royal Exhibition Building 9 Nicholson Street Carlton 03 9864 1111 www.melbflowershow.com.au 26/03/14 to 20 /04/14 Melbourne Int Comedy Festival The Melbourne International Comedy 10

melbourne events Festival literally takes over Australia’s comedy capital, Melbourne, each autumn with an enormous program of stand-up comedy, cabaret, theatre, street performance, film, television, radio and visual arts. www.comedyfestival.com.au until 30/3/14. Moonlight Cinema Melbourne Highlights include current releases like The Hunger Games: Catching Fire, August: Osage County and the Disney animation, Frozen.The season will also welcome the return of crowd favourites, including Top Gun, The Castle, The Life of Brian, Dirty Dancing and Breakfast at Tiffany’s. Royal Botanic Gardens South Yarra Melbourne. www.moonlight.com.au

APRIL 01/04/2014 Nature Play Week Celebrate Nature Play Week with free, fun children’s activities at The Ian Potter Children’s Garden and an educational workshop. Find out how nature provides inspiration for children’s creativity and imaginative play. Learn about plants for child-centred gardens, the role of loose materials and stories, and the benefits of time in nature to nurture children’s learning. The workshop is on Tuesday 1 April, 10am-12noon. Royal Botanic Gardens Alexandra Avenue Melbourne 03 9252 2429 01/04/2014 to 06/04/2014 Design Matters Melbourne International Design Week This week-long series of events has been created to highlight the best of design here and overseas to nurture a strong design culture. Events will give everyone the opportunity to be inspired by the benefits of outstanding design for our lives and our economy. Arts Centre Melbourne 100 St Kilda Road Melbourne 03 9416 2966 www.designmattersvictoria.com from 4/4/14 William Blake The National Gallery of Victoria will showcase its acclaimed William Blake collection, providing the first opportunity in fifteen years to see more than 100 works by Blake including spectacular

watercolours, single prints and illustrated books. ngv.vic.gov.au 03 8620 2347 to 05/04/2014 Imagining Social Equity - Migration, Gender and Community This exhibition is part of a series of events associated with the 2014 academic conference ‘Imagining Social Equity’ Museo Italiano 199 Faraday Street Carlton 03 9349 9021 www.museoitaliano.com.au 05/04/2014 to 30/04/2014 Me, My Selfie and I Over six weeks you will explore ways of mixing visual self-portraits with solo performance in collaboration with artists Paula van Beek, Xanthe Beesley and Georgie Roxby Smith. Open to young women aged 13 to 20.Signal, Northbank Flinders Walk Melbourne at the top of Banana Alley. 03 8696 5400 www.melbourne.vic.gov.au 05/04/2014 to 20/04/2014 Autumn School Holiday Activities at the Shrine Remember the ANZACs learn about Australian military history with the Shrine’s Family Activity Trail.Explore the Shrine’s building, gardens and memorials, discover the wartime jobs for men and women, and find out about the roles fulfilled by animals during times of conflict. Shrine Of Remembrance Reserve St Kilda Road Melbourne 03 9661 8100 www.shrine.org.au/families 11/04/2014 to 13/04/2014 Street Art Mentoring Returning in the April school holidays. Work in Union Lane to explore paste-ups, freehand styles and stencils with guest artists from the Blender studios. Free for young people aged 13-20. Signal, Northbank Flinders Walk Melbourne www.melbourne.vic.gov.au 17 April to Monday 21 April 2014 Blues Fest Byron Bay Bluesfest over the Easter Long weekend in 2014, as it will mark the 25th silver anniversary. 7 performance stages, 5 licensed bars, 50+ market stalls, 40+ food stalls we make sure everyones needs are catered for at Bluesfest.

See world famous artists perform. Boz Scaggs,The Black Sorrows,Doobie Brothers, Elvis Costello & The Imposters, Rockwiz Live to name a few. Full list on www.bluesfest.com.au 18/04/2014 to 20/04/2014 Radical Reels - Marxism 2014 Film Festival Marxism 2014 presents Radical Reels Film Festival, where directors, activists and participants screen and discuss their films. The program includes: A Good Day to Die, Friday the Act of Killing, How to Survive a Plague, The Tall Man, Union Theatre Melbourne 0410 861 093 www.marxismconference.org From 24/04/2014 THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW One dark and stormy night, follow squeaky clean sweethearts Brad and Janet as they embark on an adventure they’ll never forget, when they stumble upon the scandalous Frank N Furter, the rippling Rocky, a mysterious Riff Raff, the vivacious Magenta and the ultimate show stopping toe tapping gal, Columbia at Comedy Theatre: Aged 15+ info: www.marrinergroup.com.au Tickets: www.ticketmaster.com.au 25/04/2014 ANZAC Day originally a commemoration of the landing of ANZAC forces at Gallipoli on 25 April 1915. The dawn service is followed by the ANZAC Day march in honour of those who served, led by veterans and serving personnel alongside their relatives and the descendants of veterans. Shrine Of Remembrance Reserve St Kilda Road Melbourne 03 9661 8100 www.shrine.org.au 27/04/2014 KLM Dutch Orange Day A lively celebration of Dutch culture. Sample Dutch delicacies such as croquettes, poffertjes and Dutch pea soup, or pick up some Dutch groceries. There’ll be activities, Dutch cultural displays and a charity auction for a KLM return ticket to Amsterdam. Come along, dress in orange and join the festivities! Queensbridge Square 1A Queens Bridge Street Southbank Vic 0419 370 332 dutchorangeday.com.au

melbourne events 28 April - 18 May, 2014 Flavours of Greece Four weeks of foodie events featuring delectable Greek food, decadent desserts, gastronomic trivia and plenty of ouzo! Melbourne’s leading Greek chefs and restaurants will share their favourite dishes, and some of their secrets, through a selection of specially-designed dinners inspired by the flavours that make Greek food so unique and loved. antipodesfestival.com.au

MAY WICKED From 7/05 /2014 The most awarded new musical and Broadway’s number one show will thrill Melbourne at the Regent Theatre in 2014.Awe-inspiring and spectacular, WICKED is the untold story of the witches of OZ at The Regent Theatre info: www.marrinergroup.com.au Tickets: www.ticketmaster.com.au 1/05/2014 Raising the Rattler Pole - The Last of the Connies A public artwork by David Michael Bell, is a theatrical tribute to one of Melbourne’s iconic heroes - the W-class ‘rattler’ tram. The Rattler is a reproduction of Tram 1040, the 40th and last tram built at the Preston Tram Works to service Bourke Street in 1956. Corner Spencer and Flinders St, 03 9658 9658 www.melbourne.vic.gov. au/publicart 09/05/2014 Water Ratrace The Water Ratrace is a corporate amazing race style challenge around Docklands. Teams of four participate in a range of challenges that will test knowledge, skills and senses. Etihad Stadium 122-148 Harbour Esplanade Docklands 0422 498 379 www.destinationdocklands.com.au/doc... 16/04/2014 to 11/05/2014 Next Wave Festival The festival begins with a series of talks and parties that frame the event before heading into the main program, culminating in two immersive weekends of new art adventures. 12

melbourne events Arts House (Meat Market) 5 Blackwood StreetNorth Melbourne Vic 3051 @ various venues and public spaces across Melbourne. 03 9329 9422 nextwave.org.au/ 30/05/2014 to 08/06/2014 Melbourne International Jazz Festival The 2014 lineup includes international and Australian artists, intimate club gigs, late night art parties, free events and concerts for families and children. Forum Theatre 150-162 Flinders Street Melbourne 03 9001 1388 www.melbournejazz.com Melbourne 30/05/14 - 1/06/14 Good Food & Wine Show The Good Food & Wine Show is Australia’s largest and fastest growing consumer food and wine exhibition. Launched in 2001, the Show won the award for Best Consumer Show in 2008, 2009 and 2010 at the prestigious Exhibition and Event Association of Australasia’s Awards for Excellence. http://www.goodfoodshow.com.au

JUNE 04/06/2014 to 09/06/2014 Melbourne International Singers Festival and Eisteddfod the 2014 program will be even bigger and more diverse, with amazing venues, workshops, performance opportunities and international guests, including two of the finest Gospel experts from the USA, Dr Rosephanye Powell and Dr William Powell, in the ‘Gospel Proms’. In support of School of Hard Knocks Institute. Deakin Edge, Fed Square Melbourne, www.singersfestival.org 13/03/2014 to 19/06/2014 Outside In Cinema - Rome on Film Come and watch a series of free films where the city of Rome is also the star. BYO snacks and non-alcoholic drinks, relax and enjoy a film on the big screen in Experimedia.State Library of Victoria 328 Swanston Street Melbourne 03 8664 7099 slv.vic.gov.au/event/outside-cinema...

RegulaR activities City Cycle Tour Guided Bicycle Tours informing participants about Melbourne’s icons, history, culture, sport, and attractions Tel: 0411 354 118

Indigenous Arts & Culture Koorie Heritage Trust Cultural Centre Hosts two exhibition spaces and a retail centre promoting art and craft work of Aboriginal artists. 295 King St, 8622 2600

Chinatown Heritage Walks A guided tour of all the exhibits at the Chinese Museum show-casing the 150 year history of the Chinese contribution to Australian history Tel: 9662 2888

Bunjilaka -Meaning ‘Creation Place’ Explore the Aboriginal Centre at Melbourne Museum. Carlton Gardens, 13 11 02

Half Price Tickets To Theatre, Concerts, Sporting Events & Festivals The Lucky Last website sells discount Lucky Tickets to popular events. Our listings are for events that are coming close to the start date but as yet have not completely sold out. The site is comprised of 4 Ticketing Divisions: Theatre, Concerts, Sporting Events & Festivals. www.luckylast.com.au Eureka Skydeck Created to reach for the sky, nothing you have ever experienced will prepare you for the awe inspiring view of Melbourne from the Southern Hemisphere’s highest viewing platform. Call 9693 8888 open 365 days of the year 10am until 10pm www.eurekaskydeck.com.au Aboriginal Heritage Walk Come and experience a rich and vibrant heritage of the Royal Botanic Gardens site through the eyes of your Aboriginal guide Tel: 9252 2300 Haunted Melbourne Ghost Tour Be spooked on Melbourne’s official ghost tour. Tel: 9670 2585

Aboriginal Heritage Walk Explore the ancestral lands of the Wurundjeri people on a tour at the Royal Botanic Gardens. Birdwood Avenue, bookings essential 9252 2300 Aboriginal Galleries of Australia Exhibitors of fine art from Central Australia and the Tiwi Islands. 35 Spring St, 9654 2516 Gallery Gabrielle Pizzi Exhibitors of contemporary Australian Aboriginal art. Level 3, 75-77 Flinders Lane, 9654 2944 Fishing – Mornington Peninsula Cast a line into the productive fishing grounds around the Mornington Peninsula, either independently or with a fishing charter. Try your luck, day or night, on the dozens of piers dotting the shores of Port Phillip, Hobsons, Corio and Westernport bays. For surf fishing, cast a line at Rye Back Beach, Gunnamatta and Point Leo. Fish of the day. Port Phillip and Westernport bays are best for whiting, gummy and school shark, squid, salmon, garfish, rock cod, flathead and elephant fish. Nab a snapper year round, but the fishing really ‘hots up’ over the warmer months, when snapper up to 10 kilograms are running.

The National Opal Collection Discover the link between the opal and the dinosaur. Part museum, part showroom, The National Opal Collection not only houses Australia’s most important opalized fossil and specimen collection but also displays the largest range of exquisite opal and jewellery for sale at tax free prices. 119 Swanston Street, Melbourne. T: 9662 3524.

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The National Gemstone of Australia Australia’s economic deposits of precious opal were formed in sedimentary environments that are closely associated with the Great Artesian Basin or Great Australian basin. The present and historic sources of precious opal include: black opal from Lightning Ridge district and also the outlying fields of Coocoran,

Grawin and Sheepyards. Light and crystal opal from White Cliffs all in north-western NSW. Light, dark and crystal opal from Andamooka, Coober Pedy and Mintabie in South Australia, and boulder and sandstone boulder opal from scattered Queensland boulder opal fields that stretch some 600 km from Yowah near the QueenslandNSW border to Kynuna in the north.

Melbourne has long been recognised as Australia’s shopping and fashion capital. If it’s fashion you’re seeking then Melbourne has it covered. The city’s funky laneways and treelined streets are a haven for small boutiques specialising in Australian designers, jewellery, accessories and international fashion. For a wide range of designers and retailers under the one roof you can’t go past retail centres such as GPO Melbourne, Melbourne Central, QV, Collinstwo3four, Australia on Collins and Collins Place. Got a hobby or special interest? Whatever your ‘thing’ you’ll find it right in the heart of the city. The network of lanes and arcades are host to some of Melbourne’s most intriguing

shops, which sell everything from coins to spells and antique books to model trains. The city is also a great place for buying fresh food. Queen Victoria Market is the largest open air market in the southern hemisphere and considered a mecca for foodies. For the gourmet traveller, David Jones Food Hall is a must while chocoholics will be torn between Haighs, Max Brenner, Koko Black and The Chocolate Box. Most stores are open seven days, and many stay open late on Friday. Melbourne City shopping hours: Sat to Wed: 10.00am - 5.00pm Thursday: 10.00am - 7.00pm Friday:

10.00am - 9.00pm

Veronica George Gallery The Veronica George Gallery represents a large number of leading Australian glass artists and showcases many of their complex glass techniques. In addition to the wide selection of tasteful gifts and special pieces for the interior, we have unique works of art for the collector. As well as the magnificent variety of original hand-blown glass, there is a fine collection of contemporary jewellery by well-known Australian artists. 1082 High Street Armadale Open 7 days.

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highlights - shopping centres 206 Bourke Street 206-218 Bourke Street, Melbourne 206 Bourke Street is the gateway to Chinatown and Melbourne’s most exciting new retail and dining destination. 206 offers Melbourne shoppers and diners an exciting fusion of food, entertainment and retail, with options to suit almost every budget. Australia On Collins 260 Collins Street, Melbourne Australia On Collins is where Melbourne loves to shop. With over 60 specialty stores including fashion, shoes, food, homewares, gifts, health and beauty, the centre caters for every age. Collins Place Collins Place, 45 Collins Street, Melbourne. If you are looking for local and international fashion, exquisite giftware, quality entertainment and mouth-watering cuisine, look no further – you will find it all at Collins Place. Collins 234-Boutique Place 234-250 Collins Street, Melbourne The reinvigorated Collins 234-Boutique Place offers a magnifique boutique shopping experience. DFO South Wharf 20-30 Convention Centre Place. DFO South Wharf is home to over 100 leading Australian and International brands. You’ll find massive discounts off everyday retail prices, all under the one roof. 16

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Galleria Shopping Plaza The Galleria Shopping Plaza, 385 Bourke Street, Melbourne. Galleria offers Melbourne a unique collection of boutiques, specialty stores, services and food halls, many of which you won’t find anywhere else in Melbourne. Georges On Collins 162 Collins Street, Melbourne Georges, Est 1880: The finest place to shop in Melbourne. The top end of Collins Street in Melbourne is affectionately known by locals and tourists alike as ‘The Paris End’, with its cosmopolitan boutiques, cafes and treelined streets. Harbour Town 440 Docklands Drive, Docklands More than just great shopping, Harbour Town is an exciting mix of brand direct outlets, specialty stores, entertainment and attractions. Melbourne Central Melbourne Central, 211 La Trobe Street, Melbourne. Melbourne Central is the city’s urban playground offering an array of food, fashion, culture and entertainment. Melbourne’s GPO GPO Building 350 Bourke Street, Melbourne. Melbourne’s GPO is a premier shopping destination within the CBD.

with the Sportsgirl Centre, a shopping mall at 234 Collins Street which runs through to Collins Street, as well forming an “L” shape toward the back of the Capitol Arcade which connects it with Swanston Street. History Howey Place, formerly known as “Cole’s Walk” is a shopping arcade in Melbourne, Victoria. It is a short, narrow covered laneway, running south from Little Collins Street between Swanston Street and Elizabeth Street in the central business district of Melbourne. Located in the heart of the shopping precinct, Howey Place is currently flanked with small designer fashion shops. It joins

Before 1896, Howey Place was just a drab lane. In 1896 the lane was covered with a glass canopy and created glass showcases along the street to attract tenants. Howey House, a tall art-deco building and part of the Collins Street in the 1930s once connected the lane to Collins Street via an open laneway, however Howey House was demolished in the 1980s for the construction of the Sportsgirl Centre, a modern shopping mall.

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COLLINS

Australia’s Premier Street

For over 170 years, Melburnians have considered Collins Street to be the grandest street of this great city. Collins Street is a magnificent tree lined street extending past Spencer Street into the newly developed area of Docklands

all the banks, financial services, medical specialists, leading legal firms, great eating, commercial offices and major media outlets!

No other street in any of our nations capital cities, has the charm and style which includes in its mix of three churches, five leading hotels, two live theatres, the splendid Town Hall – civic building plus the “Paris End” with international five star shopping, leading clubs,

Collins Street is serviced by Melbourne’s famous tram network and has easy access from three nearby train stations. Treat yourself to Collins Street, as thousands of tourists and Melburnians do every day.

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Opened in 1892, The Block Arcade has over 30 shops including the historic Hopetoun Tea Rooms. Entrances from 282 Collins Street and 100 Elizabeth Street. Call 9654 5244.

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Melbourne Highlights Shopping and attractions Melbourne is renown as the shopping capital of Australia. To find your way around to some of the best shopping and attractions Melbourne has to offer use our unique shopping highlights map on page 20/21 and attractions highlights map on P26/27 to find the best DISCOUNT OFFERS in town. These unique maps point out the exact location of the best shopping and attractions in town. Couple this with our discount vouchers on p46/47 for the best savings on offer in Melbourne. Be sure to SHOW your Hello Melbourne publication in store either in hard copy or

the online version on your tablet or smart phone to get the best discount deals around. Melbourne is a city bursting with attractions of interest for all ages. Tower above Melbourne at The Eureka Skydeck. Nothing you have ever experienced will prepare you for the awe inspiring view of Melbourne from the Southern Hemisphere’s highest viewing platform. The historic Block Arcade on Collins Street will transport you back in time with one of the finest examples of a 19th Century shopping arcade which

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highlights section - attractions heading charm and style which includes Ashley Opals, Rutherford Pearls, and H&H Jewellers. The area features a mix of churches, hotels, live theatres, the Town Hall plus the “Paris End” with international five star shopping. Walk down Russel Street and discover Melbourne’s’ Greek Precinct with an array of shopping, restaurants and cake shops Greeks are famous for.

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has the largest mosaic floor area in Australia, housing 29 exceptional retailers.

Collection with Australia’s most important Opalized fossil and specimen collections.

Around the corner in Swanston Street is the National Opal

Meander along Collins Street. No other street in Australia has the

Not be missed is the Melbourne Sea Life Aquarium which opens a window to the magical world under the sea. For aviation enthusiasts a visit to the RAAF Museum is a must. See the largest collection of military aircraft and artefacts.

On Little Bourke Street is China Town a colourful strip of restaurants, Chinese museum, grocers and shopping.

Walk down Swanston St into St Kilda Road to visit Historic Flinders Street station, The Arts Centre, South Gate, National Gallery of Victoria and the Shrine of Remembrance all of which are within walking distance of each another.

For made to order and off the shelf leather goods check out Leather Cargo in Lonsdale Street.

Over the next 4 pages see the locations to the major attractions on the pointer maps.

RAAF MUSEUM houses the largest collection of military aircraft and artefacts in Australia. Display includes aircraft from the history of the RAAF. Flying Displays every Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday at 1 pm. Admission FREE. Open Tuesday to Friday from 10 am to 3 pm, and on weekends and public holidays from 10 am to 5 pm. Closed Good Friday and Christmas day RAAF Museum Point Cook Rd Point Cook3030 (03) 8348 6300 Museum Display (03) 8348 6040 E-mail: RAAF.MuseumInfo@defence.gov.au Web: www.airforce.gov.au/raafmuseum Melway Reference 198 J4

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Chinatown

Colourful strip on Little Bourke St., stretching from Swanston Walk to Exhibition St. and famous for its concentration of fine Chinese restaurants and grocers.

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Queen Victoria Market

Our largest and most historic market offering more than 1000 stalls of produce and merchandise, including a wide range of souvenirs. A good chance to shop with the locals. Tel: 9320 5822

The National Opal Collection not only houses Australia’s most important opalized fossil and specimen collection. 119 Swanston Street, Melbourne. T: 9662 3524.

Arcades

Hub of the city where visitors and locals gather to watch the many performers. Also gateway to two leading department stores and busy shopping arcades.

Greek Precinct

Yarra River

You’ll find everything from bars, magazines, souvenirs, books, jewellery, shoe shops to traditional Greek meals with alfresco dining. Lonsdale Street, Greek Precinct.

The oldest metropolitan station in Australia and a Melbourne Landmark. Also one of our busiest thoroughfares - more than 260,000 people pass through daily.

Real, hands on, virtual and innovative fun! Stroll through a lush Australian rainforest or track the passage of time with awesome dinosaurs. Open daily 10am - 5pm. Carlton Gardens.

Bourke Street Mall

The arcades and malls in the city hold many pleasant surprises for those who care to venture. The Block and Royal Arcades, Centrepoint, Howey Place, The Causeway & The Walk are all worth a visit.

Flinders Street Station

Melbourne Museum - Call: 13 11 02

The Yarra River flows through the heart of Melbourne. Take a river cruise to either Williamstown or St Kilda or enjoy a relaxing stroll along the river banks.

Eureka Skydeck

Eureka Skydeck 88 is the only observation deck in the world that can thrill you with ‘The Edge’ - a glass cube which projects 3 metres out from the building - with you in it - suspended almost 300 metres above the ground!

Southgate and Southbank

Leisure and shopping area with a definite emphasis on casual dining on the river bank. Also a focal point for Yarra River tours or a relaxing stroll along Southbank Promenade.

The Arts Centre

A guided tour of this magnificent building is certainly a worthwhile experience. The spire is the city’s most familiar landmark. Tours can be arranged by calling 9281 8000

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Target Centre With retail outlets ranging from clothes & shoes, to pharmacies and restaurants. Target Centre has something for everyone. 236 Bourke Street, Melbourne City.

Melbourne Exhibition Centre

Australia’s largest and best equipped exhibition venue and host to many grand exhibitions. Located next to the Crown Complex along the Yarra River. Telephone: 9205 6400

Old Melbourne Gaol

Cooks’ Cottage

Victoria’s oldest surviving penal establishment. See the original hanging beam or book a night performance & explore the gaol by candlelight. Russell Street, City. Tel: 9663 7228

The oldest building in Australia providing an insight into 18th Century England. Celebrates the life of Captain James Cook. Open Daily 9am - 5pm. Phone: 9419 4677

The Melbourne Aquarium The Melbourne Aquarium is an interactive discovery into the Southern Ocean where vistors are plunged into the ultimate water experience. Call 9620 0999

National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) Rich treasury of visual arts featuring art by Australian and international artists. 180 St Kilda Road Melbourne VIC 3000 (03) 8620 2222

Immigration Museum Discover Victoria’s multicultural history and explore one of Melbourne’s finest 19th century buildings, the Old Customs House. Open daily 10am - 5pm. Tel: 9927 2700

Parliament Buildings Considered to be the finest parliament buildings outside London, built with stone from the Grampians. Guided tours Mon-Fri at 10am, 11am 12 noon, 2pm, 3pm & 3.45pm. Call 9651 8568.

Federation Square

Melbourne Maritime Museum

Crown Entertainment Complex

Shrine of Remembrance

Discover the sights, sounds and sensations of Melbourne’s maritime heritage and Home of the Polly Woodside. Open Daily 10.00am - 4.00pm 9699 9760. South Wharf Road, Southbank

Non-stop excitement offering something for everybody. Featuring cinemas, restaurants, bars, nightclubs, disco, theatre, exclusive shopping and a Casino with an array of machines and gaming tables. Telephone: 9292 8888

Visit Melbourne’s iconic landmark and Victoria’s war memorial. Free admission. Open 10am-5pm daily. St Kilda Rd/ Birdwood Ave Melbourne. Telephone: (03) 9661 8100 www.shrine.org.au

Visit one of Victoria’s most unique areas. See the Ian Potter Centre, NGV; The Australian Centre for the Moving Image; the Melbourne Information Centre, restaurants, cafes, bars and much more. Visit www.fedsq.com

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Melbourne SEA LIFE Aquarium SEA LIFE Centres are the world’s biggest aquarium chain. SEA LIFE Centres open a window into the magical world beneath our seas with displays housing everything from shrimps and starfish to seahorses, rays and sharks. The network also campaigns actively on a variety of marine conservation issues from shark-finning and whaling to sea turtle protection. For more information visit www.visitsealife.com

Something Aussie

Stockist of the largest range of souvenirs and Australiana products in Melbourne, at great competitive prices. Choose from local wines, authentic Aboriginal art and Aussie treat. A convenient 150 metres from the Queen Victoria Market, make it your one stop shop for all things Australian. Location: 400 Victoria Street, North Melbourne. T 9329 8622. Open: Daily 10am–6pm.

Melbourne’s culinary diversity is as rich as anywhere around the globe. The cultural diversity of our chefs is reflected in the fantastic array of cross cultural foods and fresh produce available today. The various Melbourne precincts each have a distinct culinary character all of their own ! Chinatown around Little Bourke Street, the Greek quarter of Lonsdale Street or Carlton’s ‘Little Italy’ to the of Vietnamese cuisine 30

of Victoria Street Richmond. Seek them out and savour the delights of each culture. There’s something for every palate and price range, from fine dining to fast noodles, and curries, focaccia to fresh catch of the day. To truly discover Melbourne you need experience as many of its culinary delights during your stay as possible. Each an experience unto its own to be remembered and cherished. 31

Dining Precincts highlights Johnston Street is Melbourne’s Spanish quarter and has a range of tapas and flamenco bars in the heart of Collingwood.

Melbourne has a well-deserved reputation for offering a stunning selection of food and wine. From cosy to chic, progressive to rustic, the city’s restaurants serve up an endless variety of cuisines while a lively cafe scene combines to make Melbourne a food lovers paradise.

NewQuay, Docklands

Enjoy harbourside dining and a range of cuisines at more than 20 restaurants, bars and cafes, some of which are run by the biggest names in Melbourne hospitality.

Greek Precinct

From chargrilled meats to sumptuous seafood, dips, olives and fetta, you’ll find enough authentic Greek food to satisfy any Greek-loving gourmand.

Fitzroy & Acland streets, St Kilda

Favourite dining spot crowded with eateries - most are open fronted with tables spilling onto the footpath. Alternatively you can dine with a bay view on the foreshore.

Chinatown

For the best of Chinese and oriental cuisine in a historic environment, don’t miss Chinatown on Little Bourke Street and the neighbouring lanes between Spring and Swanston streets.

Lygon Street, Carlton City Laneways

You will find some of Melbourne’s best restaurants hidden down laneways throughout the city. Follow the street art and find the likes of Movida, Bar Lourinha and Gingerboy.

Since the 1950s, Lygon Street has been Melbourne’s ‘Little Italy’. Pizza and pasta rule the menus and old favourites like Tiamo and University Café are warm and welcoming.

Chapel Street and Toorak Road, South Yarra and Prahran

Southbank

The cafés and restaurants are designed for people who want to watch and be watched, so show off your bundle of designer shopping bags as you sip espresso.

The Southbank promenade is one of Melbourne’s most popular dining precincts and it’s easy to see why, with the riverside setting and fantastic views of the city skyline.

Brunswick Street, Fitzroy

Victoria Street, Richmond Federation Square

Federation Square embraces the Yarra River as a focal point and comprises funky yet sophisticated dining and bustling bars within its modernist precinct.

Serving breakfast all day every day, Brunswick Street’s cool cafes, restaurants and boisterous bars offer all you could want from a food street.

Victoria Street in inner city Richmond is the heart of Melbourne’s Vietnamese community with exceptional Asian food at bargain prices.

Williamstown

Johnston Street, Fitzroy

Williamstown has a fine assortment of street cafes and restaurants lining the foreshore. Sip coffee or grab some fish and chips and enjoy stunning views of the city skyline.

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20/03/2014 to 21/03/2014 Flavour Exchange Federation Square’s popular wine and microbrewery showcases have now become the Flavour Exchange.Enjoy Victoria’s best beer, wine and cider and taste sensational seasonal produce at this new quarterly event. Much more than just a tasting event, you can also meet the producers, winemakers and growers to fully experience our state’s produce. Each event will have a theme linked to the incoming season ñ think spring picnics, summer beach fun, mulled wines and the smell of roasting chestnuts in winter. Federation Square Swanston Melbourne

Sunday World BBQ Put the sizzle back in your Sunday with an international barbecue at Queen Victoria Market. Soak up the sun and sample dishes such as longganisa from the Phillipines, anticucho from South America, sausages from Sicily and vegetable kothu from Sri Lanka. Everything is cooked on charcoal plates, grills and good old Aussie barbecues! There will be roving performers throughout the day to entertain the kids, so bring the family down and start eating in a new language every Sunday. You can also support local Melbourne designers at the String Bean Alley Sunday Design Market.

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At this masterclass, ice cream lovers can learn about the processes and ingredients used to make ice cream. You’ll sample a wide range of handcrafted treats and gain an insight into what goes on at Helados Jauja ice creamery. Includes a take-home pack of ice cream. Helados Jauja 254 Lygon St Melbourne 03 9041 2927 www.heladosjauja.com.au 123 Cake ~ do-it-yourself cake decorating cafÈ Melbourne’s first do-it-yourself cake decorating cafÈ! Simply choose your cake or cupcake, icing and decoration options for a tasty treat. 34

Enjoy a family-friendly afternoon in the stylish, old-time glamorous surrounds of the Wonderland Spiegeltent.Pamper mum and enjoy exquisite chocolate delights, scrumptious scones with fruity jam and dollops of cream, delicious cupcakes and finger sandwiches. The Wonderland Spiegeltent is located within Wonderland Fun Park, making it the ideal venue to keep the kids entertained while you sit back and relax. All mums who attend Wonderland Fun Park on Mother’s Day will also ride free with their children! Wonderland Spiegeltent 120 Pearl River Road Docklands 03 9602 1311 www.wonderlandspiegeltent.com.au

Good food & wine Show The Good Food & Wine Show is back in 2014 with a decadent line up of Australia’s best food producers, wineries and chefs! The Show is Australiaís largest and fastest growing consumer food and wine exhibition. Launched in 2001, the Show won the award for Best Consumer Show in 2008, 2009 and 2010 at the prestigious Exhibition and Event Association of Australasiaís Awards for Excellence. In 2012 over 140,000 visitors will flock to the Shows in Melbourne, Sydney, Perth, Adelaide and Brisbane. You can enjoy a vast array of tastings, hands on master-classes and demonstrations. Previous events have featured many of the biggest name chefs from around the globe including Jamie Oliver, Gordon

Ramsay, Rick Stein, Matt Moran, Curtis Stone, Gary Mehigan, George Calombaris, Maggie Beer and Donna Hay. This year we are excited to host Maggie Beer, Rick Stein, Manu Fieldel, Ainsley Harriot plus many more. 2013 will also see the introduction of new show features such as Cheese Alley, a Wine & Champagne Bar, VIP Dining Room, Chefs Table and more. Whet your appetite in the famous Cheese Alley, then make your way through hundreds of delectable food and wine stalls. Join celebrity chefs on stage, but not before becoming a wine expert in our Riedel Wine Theatre. The best part? All of these culinary delights are free to attend with your general entry ticket. Please your palette at our delicious culinary event, a celebration of all things food and wine. 35

This region lies to the east of the King Valley and shares a similar range of topography and climate. The region has long been known for its scenic beauty; a few wineries are now starting to make themselves known with more to follow.

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The name of this wine region is etched into the history of Australian winemaking. The fortified wine styles of Port and especially Liqueur Muscat and Tokay are undoubtedly of world class. After about 140 years as a wine region Rutherglen was developing a fairly tired, passĂŠ image in the late nineties, but since then it has been revitalised. Tram line Hospitals

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The Great Ocean Road is an Australian National Heritage listed 243 kilometres (151 mi) stretch of road along the south-eastern coast of Australia between the Victorian cities of Torquay and Allansford. Built by returned soldiers between 1919 and 1932, the road is the world’s largest war memorial. Winding through varying terrain along the coast and providing access to several prominent landmarks, including the Twelve Apostles limestone stack formations, the road is an important tourist attraction in the region.The Great Ocean Road officially starts at Torquay and travels 243 kilometres westward to finish at Allansford near Warrnambool, the largest city along the road. The road is two lane,and is covered by a speed limit changing between 80 kilometres per hour and 100 kilometres per hour.

Located approximately 85Km from Melbourne in Central Victoria Kyneton is a thriving country town. With close proximity to Melbourne and Melbourne Airport, easy access via the Calder Freeway and the excellent train service makes it a great place to live or a fabulous destination for a days outing, a short stay, a base to explore the area or to operate a business.

The road is a must visit tourist attraction in which much of the road hugs coastline affectionately known as the Surf Coast between Torquay and Cape Otway and the Shipwreck Coast further west of Cape Otway, providing visibility of Bass Strait and the Southern Ocean.

Kyneton has become renowned as Victoria’s foremost country destination for good food with first rate eateries dotted throughout the town. Kyneton has good credentials for Country Victoria’s Culinary Capital. And it’s not just the restaurants; the cafes are great too. If you are planning a picnic at one Kyneton beautiful picnic spots there is no need to bring the food -the local bakeries and food outlets have fantastic options. Art galleries, home furnishing, craft, books, nurseries, gifts, food, wine, clothing, and a myriad of other businesses service the area providing an exciting experience for vistors and locals alike. Kyneton Visitor Information Centre. (03) 5422 6110

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Melbourne Zoo

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Bridge Road, Richmond

Exhibits more than 350 species of animals from around the world. Highlights include African Rainforest area, Underwater Seal viewing, the Butterfly House and the Trail of the Elephants exhibit. Open daily 9am-5pm. Elliott Ave. Parkville. Call 9285 9300

Colourful area with a distinct Italian flavour. Restaurants offer pizza and pasta, as well as the cappuccinos & caffe lattes. Take the No.1 East Coburg tram from Swanston Street.

Melbourne’s leading street for fashion, food, furniture and galleries. Designer label discount stores and factory and warehouse outlets. Bridge Road has energy, sass, superb food and coffee. Take the No.75 East Burwood tram from Flinders Street.

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Chapel Street

Picturesque and historic waterfront haven, just a stone’s throw away from the city. Affords excellent views of the cityscape and the popular Nelson’s Place shopping and eating strip.

Chapel Street has established a reputation as Melbourne’s style capital. Famous people from around the world can be found shopping on Chapel Street for designer labels. This area is also famous for its cafes and dining, and exciting nightlife. Take the No.6 Glen Iris tram from Swanston Street.

Australian Open Tennis Experience the excitement of Grand Slam tennis and play on the same courts as the world’s best players at Australian Open Tennis Melbourne Park, home of the Australian Open. Court hire is available 7 days a week. For more information or bookings call 9286 1244.

Toorak Village The Rodeo Drive of Australia. You can shop at exclusive designer stores, pamper yourself at the hair and beauty parlours, enjoy a meal at one of the many cafés, go on to a nightclub or see a film at the Trak. To get there take the No.8 Toorak tram from Swanston Street.

Cooks’ Cottage. Fitzroy Gardens and the Conservatory Beautiful gardens, historical significance of the cottage, and the seasonal floral displays at the conservatory make a trip to this venue worthwhile. Call: 9419 4677

Como House This elegant mansion, built in the 1840s is an example of Regency architecture at its best and was home to a very prominent Melbourne family for 95 years. Como Ave, South Yarra. Call: 9827 2500

Shrine of Remembrance

Melbourne’s iconic landmark and Victoria’s war memorial, dedicated in 1934. Visitor Centre features changing exhibitions, audio visual presentations and retail shop. The Shrine is situated on a large reserve containing monuments and remembrance trees. Open 10am-5pm daily. St Kilda Road, Melbourne. Telephone: (03) 9661 8100 www.shrine.org.au

St. Kilda Famous for its magnificent bay vistas, The Esplanade, and the Sunday Craft Market. Acland Street is synonymous with cakes. Fitzroy Street also has many cafes and restaurants and is always bustling with activity at night. Take the No.16 St. Kilda Beach tram from Swanston Street. 48

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Albert Park Lake Delightful parkland area with a 5km walking or jogging track around the lake. Home to the Australian Formula 1 Grand Prix, sport and recreation centre, and the Golf Course.

If you only wear Italian labels, but can’t get to the Via Condotti, take a short trip to Chadstone. International labels find a home away from home amongst the local brands at Australia’s premier shopping centre. With close to 400 stores, you’re bound to find something you love.

High Street, Armadale Delightful shopping strip boasting a variety of quality merchandise, with a definite focus on Antiques, Persian rugs and Galleries. Only 20 minutes by tram from the city. Take the No.6 Glen Iris tram from Swanston Street.

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Expect the Best With over 285 Specialty stores, High Street Armadale is arguably Australia’s most elegant and fashionable shopping boulevard. Only 7 km from the city, Armadale is the destination for jewellery, fine gifts, art, antiques, superb cafes and restaurants and an impressive stable of acclaimed Australian Fashion Designers.

Nestled in the Heart of Armadale, just 7 Kilometers from Melbourne’s Central Business District, High Street Armadale is arguably Australia’s most elegant and fashionable shopping strip. Over 285 specialty stores offering exquisite Jewellery, fine giftware, antiques, art galleries, collectables, precious rugs and an impressive stable of Australia fashion designers including luminaries such as Collette Dinnigan and Megan Park: for the guys, Hemden Bespoke Tailors & Shirt makers . On a day down High Street shoppers will also be mesmerized by our illustrious Bridal Couturiers who create high drama, theatre and art through their visual displays of intricate creations.

Food glorious, fine food. Australia is fast becoming a renowned epicurean destination. Our produce is fresh varied and second to none. In High Street you are spoilt for choice with fine dining ranging from classical Spanish, Japanese and Italian. Coffee culture in High Street Armadale is alive and well. Melbournians simply demand world class coffee. Our cafes not only offer great coffee but also exquisite lunch fare.

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High Street is a perfect destination for a day or two out, iconic, unique, rich in Victorian architecture, High Street showcases a multitude of high end businesses in relaxed, safe and stylish surroundings.

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Chapel Street Precinct While the rest of the city goes about its business, the Chapel Street Precinct is a place known for the good things in life - fashion, food, entertainment and style. Stroll down Chapel Street and let the locals give you the low down as you trawl through the neighbourhoods of Chapel St North, Yarra Lane, South Yarra, Greville Village, Prahran and Windsor. One day is not a lot of time to conquer the sassy and sophisticated style, personality and diversity of the Chapel Street Precinct. Here’s a mix of tried-andtrue favourite hot spots and new local loves. Standing at the Crossroads The number 8 tram will take you straight to the heart of Chapel Street South Yarra. Toward the river, the Olsen Hotel #637 typifies the elegant vibe, while dessert maestros Burch & Purchase #647 create edible artworks of their own. Carb load at Calombaris’s Mama Baba #21 Daly or Sip tequila with some amigos at Touche Hombre Electrica #15 before obsessing over a tasty treat at Zumbo #12. Slip Behind the Seams Back to the crossroads for a quick revive at Café e Cucina #581 or a playful image refresh at Marimekko #3/576. For a luxe local label that loves the planet check out the unique cylk #497. 52

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Hunters & Gatherers Re-style stalkers will love the Greville Village. Drop into the wonderful world of Lunar Store #136 before tucking into Ladro’s #162 precisely imperfect pizza discs. Drop by Signed & Numbered #153 for affordable limited edition prints and Fool Clothing #118 for artfully draped designer pieces. Great Rack – Prahran is Back! Return to the scene of your childhood at Olga de Polga #2A. Drop into Eurotrash #228 for an eccentric, recycled vintage fare allowing at least half an hour for the yesteryear bits and bobs of Chapel St Bazaar #217.

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Insider Treading Continue on Chapel crossing High St to Design a Space #142 for up and coming designer fashion. Embrace the fun vibe and authentic flavours of Fonda Mexican #144 before a look into the past for inspiration at Tarlo & Graham at #60.

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Grecian Delights

Athens might be a world away, but Grecian delights await discovery in Melbourne’s Greek Precinct, which adds a splash of the Mediterranean to parts of Lonsdale and Russell Streets.

sweet tooth on our exquisite range of Greek pastries and cakes. We have something for even the most discerning of diners and are open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, 7 days a week.

In our Restaurants, cafés and shops, you’ll find a tempting array of delicious cuisine, from a simple snack to Greece’s amazing traditional meals, coffee and cakes in wonderful surrounds and al fresco dining underneath Melbourne’s stars.

A feature within Melbourne’s calendar of events is the annual Antipodes Festival held in March. The festival is a month long celebration of Greek culture with dancing, food and entertainment. Its highlight is the two day Lonsdale Street “Glendi” which attracts more than 150,000 visitors.

You’ll find everything from bars, magazines, books, music, jewelry, christening, leather wear, hairdressers and mobile repairs, shoe shops plus many travel agents, professional services and institutes.

Entertainment & Dining With an array of restaurants and cafés to choose from, you can take a stroll down Lonsdale Street and take your pick. We cater for romantic dinners for two, family get-togethers, functions, drinks, catching up over coffee, eating on the run, takeaway and tempting your 54

Shopping & Services With its giftware, books qnd music stores, shoe shops, leather wear, mobile phone shops, travel agencies and institutes, Lonsdale and Russell streets always have something to offer. The GP is located in the heart of the city, close to all hotels, cinemas, theatres, shopping centres and is accessible by public transport. On-street parking is available and public parking is on Lonsdale Street.

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st. kilda All year round St Kilda is the place to head for fantastic things to see and do and great times to be had. Experience great places to eat and drink while you take in the fresh sea air. Come join the party! Its local government area is the City of Port Phillip.

Located 6km from the city centre, St Kilda is Melbourne’s seaside playground and is much-loved by residents and visitors alike. St Kilda is renowned for its expansive view of Port Phillip, safe sandy beach, palmlined boardwalk, huge range of beach activities, big skies, gorgeous sunsets, lovely park and gardens, great restaurants, fantastic cake shops, clubs bars and cafés, fabulous old buildings, and its colourful characters past and present.

At the 2011 census, St Kilda had a population of 17,795. St Kilda was named after a schooner called ‘ Lady of St Kilda’ (which moored at the main beach for much of 1841) by Charles La Trobe and the ship’s master and early settler Lieutenant James Ross Lawrence. Trams run approximately every 10 minutes at peak hour and every 20 minutes outside of that from approximately 5:30am to 2:30am depending which way and which day you are travelling. Image: Instinia / Shutterstock.com

St Kilda Esplanade Market Luna Park Since 1970, The Esplanade Market has been a St Kilda Sunday delight. It’s famous for a good reason there’s something for everyone and more! Enjoy browsing through works by more than 120 artists and craftspeople in Melbourne’s openair gallery by the sea.

From the moment you step inside Mr Moon’s giant mouth, you are exposed to a world full of carnival flair, from the rides that send you sky-high, to historical carousel rides, Melbourne’s Luna Park has been the face of fun in St Kilda for generations.

Each and every stallholder has a hand in making the products being sold. Take the time to ask how the products are made, and you will soon see the love and passion that is poured into each of our one-of-akind pieces of work.

The most famous of the Park’s attractions is its Scenic Railway Roller Coaster, a large wooden coaster that projects its passengers, at high speed, around the outside of the entire Park.

From gifts and souvenirs to furniture and jewellery - you will leave with confidence knowing that you will take home something that is truly one of a kind. New stalls are added to the market on a regular basis, so there is always something different to catch your eye.

Luna Park offers a range of attractions for all ages from mini roller coasters such as the Silly Serpent, to nail biting thrill rides such as the Pharaoh’s Curse and Enterprise. A day at Luna Park cannot be missed when visiting Melbourne, no matter your age.

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Night Clubs If you want to dance the night away then experience Melbourne’s exciting nightlife. Dress codes vary from club to club, but generally it is at the discrestion of the doorman. At most clubs, there is a cover charge of between $5.00 to $15.00. Here is a list of nightclubs you might want to try: Melbourne boasts a wide variety of both light and serious entertainment to suit all tastes from unique bars to bowling alleys. The city is renowned for the diversity and depth of its art and culture, great sporting traditions, major festivals and international events. (See the events section)

Ballet, Symphony & Opera Melbourne is home to the internationally acclaimed Australian Ballet as well as the countrys major opera company, Opera Australia, with the State Orchestra of Victoria the musical force behind them both. Along with the Ballet and Opera the Arts Centre is also home to the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra who are renown for their diversity 58

in style, performing both classical masterpieces as well as a more contemporarystyle of music. The Arts Centre is host to many other nationally and internationally acclaimed performances. Arts Centre, Ph: 9281 8000

Comedy & Theatre Melbourne is a HOT SPOT for comedy. This is evident with it hosting one of the worlds three largest comedy festivals. The Melbourne Comedy Festival, where comedians, both local and international meet and make Melbourne laugh for three weeks. Melbourne’s spectacular theatre venues are the perfect place for local and internationally acclaimed stage shows to come and perform for enthusiastic

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Melbourne has a restaurant and bar to suite everyone, many are traditional style but we have found one a little different. A recent relocation has put Chill On Ice Lounge & Ski Lodge right on the river’s edge at Southbank. This unique concept allows guest to be surrounded by more than 50 tonnes of carved ice and chilled to sub zero temperatures. The bar, chairs, table and even the glasses are made of ice. Chill On will provide the snow gear to keep you warm and casual dining

and drinks are available in the Ski Lodge post or prior to your ice experience.

Venues Atrium Bar - SOUTHBANK A stylish place to meet friends, sip a cocktail and enjoy live music every evening. Baroq House - MELBOURNE Baroq House is a luxurious three level mansion in a leafy cobbled city street. BCM Bar & Balcony - DOCKLANDS Perfect for a lazy afternoon for coffee, drinks and pre or post dinner drinks. Bella Union - CARLTON A performance space and a casual bar, hosting music gigs, theatrical performances, comedy. Bennetts Lane Jazz Club - MELBOURNE The Bennetts Lane Jazz Club is a music venue, located off Little Lonsdale Street. Billboard Nightclub - MELBOURNE Providing live music to two generations of Melburnians Chaise Lounge - MELBOURNE Chaise Lounge is known for being one of Melbourne’s longest standing cocktail hot-spots. Chaplin Karaoke Bar - MELBOURNE Chaplin Karaoke & Bar is a modern, stylish venue on Little Bourke Street. Charltons Entertainment Complex MELBOURNE Tucked away at the end of a laneway, and up on the second floor, Charlton’s pool hall and karaoke is sure to entertain. 59

melbourne music venues Experience Melbourne’s music scene at its vibrant and exhilarating best, up close and personal. Jazz fiends and punks, metal heads and dread heads, dub, hardcore, slowcore and grindcore, they all have their place in Australia’s music capital.

art theatre and culture The Old Bar, rockabilly, psychedelic and rock at Yah Yah’s, or take a walk up Brunswick Street to catch young hipster bands and indie pioneers at the Workers Club.

New Brunswick and Northcote Hot in the city If you don’t mind a late night and you want to be in the thick of the action, the city is the place to be. Disappear into one of Melbourne’s original venues hidden down dark laneways and up stairwells. Thursday through to Sunday is the best time to catch up-and-coming bands in sweaty clubs like a, Cherry or Pony. With live shows running as late as 2am and drinks served till 6 or 7 in the morning, you’ll be having breakfast on your way home before you know it.

If you’re staying out Brunswick way, head down to the Cornish Arms on Sydney Road for roots, folk and country or try the Empress of India in North Fitzroy - a Melbourne institution and a popular spot of low-key indie bands and solo artists. If you’re up on High Street in Northcote catch a quiet set in the comfy bandroom of the Wesley Anne or walk over to the Northcote Social Club - one of the city’s best concert clubs and the host of a secret show by The Pixies back in 2007.

Visit Fitzroy and Collingwood the spiritual home of the north’s arts and music scene. Wander Brunswick and Johnston streets on a weeknight and stumble across latin rhythms, jazz and big band along with rock, indie and hardcore. Join the revellers on the weekend and spend a night at Melbourne’s home of rock and roll, The Tote. Catch indie rock and solo acts at 60

Southside Head to the Southbank precinct and experience this hotbed of Melbourne art and culture the Victorian Arts Centre, the Malthouse Theatre, the Recital Centre and the National Gallery of Victoria’s international collection.

The town square Federation Square fuses art with architecture - see inspiring visual exhibits at ACMI, wander through the permanent collection at the Ian Potter Gallery, or see a recital at the BMW Edge Theatre.

Inside and out Discover the innovation and skill of local artists and designers at hole-in-the-wall galleries, designer boutiques and theatres scattered throughout the city’s laneways.

The Art Centre Melbourne Australia’s largest and busiest performing arts centre. For nearly 30 years Arts Centre Melbourne has played a leading role in showcasing the best local and international performing arts - music, dance, drama, comedy, cabaret, festivals and much more. The Centre is host and partner to the national and state companies, including Opera Australia, The Australian Ballet, Melbourne Theatre Company, Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, Australian Chamber Orchestra, Victorian Opera, Sydney Dance Company and Bangarra Dance Theatre. 100 St Kilda Road P. 9281 8000 artscentremelbourne.com.au

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Scratch the surface in Melbourne and you’ll discover a city buzzing with dynamic and cutting-edge arts and cultural companies.

Jump on the Sandringham train line or the 96 tram and head south to St Kilda, Windsor and Prahran. Explore the waterfront and Luna Park then catch hairy-chested rock bands, solo acts, comedy and DJs at the Esplanade Hotel. Hear the sounds of the eighties for a second time with young hipster bands and students on the dancefloor at Revolver, Chapel Street, or take your chances with a mix of styles at the Butterfly Club.

Home of Australian art with superb collections of Australian Indigenous and non-Indigenous art from the Colonial period to the present day. The NGV collection of Australian art comprises more than 20,000 works. Admission to the permanent collection is free. Fees may apply to special exhibitions Flinders and Russell St, Melbourne, Victoria 3000 P. 03 8620 2222 ngv.vic.gov.au

Melbourne Museum Melbourne Museum showcases Australian social history, Indigenous cultures, science and the environment. Located adjacent to the World Heritage listed Royal Exhibition Building and Carlton Gardens, and home to IMAX Theatre Melbourne. Carlton Gardens, 11 Nicholson St, Carlton. P.03 8341 7777 museumvictoria.com.au/ melbournemuseum 61

visitor information Hospitals Royal Children’s Hospital, Parkville. Ph: 9345 5522. Royal Melbourne Hospital, Parkville. Ph: 9342 7000. Royal Women’s Hospital, Carlton. Ph:9344 2000 St..Vincent’s Hospital, Fitzroy, Ph 9288 2211

Travellers Aid Tired & hungry travellers in need of a shower, accommodation, food, tourist advice or in a crisis, you can be helped by the Society. The Travellers Aid Disability Access Service, Level 2, 169 Swanston St ,Tel: 9654 7690,

Consulates/Embassies British Consulate-General, Melbourne 17th Floor, 90 Collins Street, Melbourne 3000. Consular enquiries 03 9652 1600 Consulate General of The United States 553 St. Kilda Road, Melbourne, VIC 3004 Tel: 9526 5900. The Embassy of United Arab Emirates 36 Culgoa Circuit, O’MALLEY ACT 2606 Tel: (02) 6286 8802. South African High Commission Canberra, Cnr Rhodes Place & State Circle Yarralumla, Canberra, ACT 2600 Ph 02 6273 2424 Delegation of the European Commission to Australia & New Zealand 18 Arkana Street, Yarralumla ACT 2600 Tel: (02) 6271 2777

CityLink Info / Road Toll CityLink is an easy to use toll system that has no tollbooths, it is all done electronically, so as not to affect the flow of traffic in any way. In order to travel on CityLink you must purchase a CityLink Pass, which can be purchased in advance or no later than midnight the day after you have travelled. CityLink Passes can 62

visitor information be purchased from www.citylink.com.au, through Touch Kiosks in selected Shell Shops or call 13 26 29.

Hook Turns / City Hook turn signs are found at some intersections in Melbourne’s City Centre. These signs are found either at the side of the road or hung from tram wires above the intersection. Make sure you check for these signs when driving in Melbourne’s city centre. If you approach an intersection with this sign and you want to make a right hand turn make sure you follow these instructions: 1. A hook turn involves turning right from the left lane. When you enter the intersection stay as far left as possible avoiding any marked pedestrian crossings. Make sure you are indicating right. 2. Once in the intersection, opposite the street you are entering, wait here until the lights of the street you are entering have turned green. Once clear proceed with your right hand turn.

Melbourne Visitor Centre at Federation Square Located opposite Flinders Street railway station, the Melbourne Visitor Centre is a one stop shop for visitors and tourists. The centre offers information on Melbourne and Victoria including brochures and maps; ‘what’s on’ listings; internet and email facilities; souvenirs; and an accommodation, car and tour booking service. Open daily from 9am to 6pm (closed Good Friday and Christmas Day). Street-level lifts provide access for people with disabilities.

transport enquiries, events, and general questions about Melbourne, keep an eye out for our roving City Ambassadors in their distinctive red uniforms. Monday to Friday 10am to 4pm, Saturday 11am to 2pm (excluding public holidays).

Disability Assistance Attendant care:

DASSI

DASSI provides one-to-one attendant care support, including assistance with personal care, mobility, rehabilitation, social/recreational, educational and community access. DASSI offers a short term booking service but you’ll need to call at least five days in advance to discuss your needs. Ph 03 9481 2355. www.dassi.com.au

Paraquad Victoria Paraquad provides a wide range of services for people with physical disabilities, and specialises in spinal cord injury and polio. Paraquad is able to provide attendant care but will require a minimum of two weeks notice and longer if possible. Ph 03 9415 1200. www.paraquad. asn.au

Ablecare Ablecare offers a range of services,

including basic or high support personal care and community access support. Contact Ablecare at least four days in advance to discuss support needs. Ph 03 9845 2860 Email ablecare@ahcs.org.au

MSSA MSSA can provide short-term attendant care or community access services, but they need one to two weeks notice. Ph 1300 362 190 (within Australia) www.mssa.com.au

Equipment hire: Lifestyle and Rehab Lifestyle and Rehab has a wide range of equipment. Delivery charges depend on individual items. Same day delivery is sometimes more expensive. Ph 03 9384 1846 www.lr.com.au

Able Medical Hire Able Medical Hire hires out a range of equipment, particularly wheelchairs and pressure care aids. The organisation can provide same day delivery as long as equipment is ordered before 9.30am, but it’s best to order a day in advance. Ph 9808 9273 www.ablemedical.com.au

Melbourne Visitor Booth in the Bourke Street Mall Located in the heart of the Bourke Street Mall, friendly volunteers at the Melbourne Visitor Booth provide maps and information on shopping, attractions and events. Monday to Saturday 9am to 5pm, and Sunday 10am to 5pm (closed Good Friday and Christmas Day).

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Foreign Exchange Nationwide Foreign Exchange . Shops located at 97 Swanston Street, 142 Elizabeth Street and Shop 139a Melbourne Central, for guaranteed best rates and no commission fees. PH 9663 2077 * OPEN 7 DAYS

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There are so many things to see and do in Melbourne and public transport is an easy way to travel around to the city’s best attractions, sporting venues and shopping precincts. Trains, trams and buses offer comprehensive public transport services extending from the central business district to the suburbs in all directions. Train and tram services operate between 5am and midnight, Monday to Thursday, with extended hours to around 1am on Friday and Saturday nights. On Sunday, trains and trams operate 7am to 11pm. Many of Melbourne’s bus routes run from 6am – 9pm Mon – Fri, 8am – 9pm Saturday and 9am – 9pm Sunday.

Public Transport Victoria To help make your travelling easier, Public Transport Victoria (PTV) is your central stop for information on public transport services and tickets. Up-to-date information is available via our website and journey planner, call centre and mobile applications. For public transport information in Victoria visit ptv.vic.gov.au or call 1800 800 007 6am – midnight daily. Journey planner Enter your origin and destination into PTV’s online journey planner for travel anywhere in Victoria and you’ll be provided with a tailored travel plan including maps, connections and estimated travel times. You can use the journey planner 65

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at the Melbourne Visitor Centre at Federation Square, or by visiting ptv.vic.gov.au

Zones Fares for travelling on Melbourne’s trains, trams and buses are separated into two zones: Zone 1 for inner-city and Zone 2 for the middle and outer suburbs. Tickets need to be valid for each zone that you travel in. However, when travelling in a zone boundary overlap, the ticket can be valid for either zone. Use the public transport maps to check what zones you are planning to visit. Tickets myki is Melbourne’s ticketing system. myki is a reusable smartcard that can store either myki money (dollar value) or a myki pass (travel days) and these are used to pay for your journey. Public transport travel is simple to use in Melbourne as myki gives you flexible travel between the three modes of public transport. You can buy and top up a myki at any Premium Station, 7-Eleven store or independent retailer where you see the myki sign, at myki machines (full fare card sales only) located at all metropolitan train stations and selected accessible tram stops and bus interchanges.

Travelling to regional Victoria V/Line provides convenient, comfortable and reliable train and coach services to a wide range of destinations across Victoria. High frequency services run to Geelong, Ballarat, Bendigo, Kyneton, Seymour and Traralgon. An extensive network of regional town buses also operates across the state. If you are travelling to regional Victoria, call 1800 800 007 or visit ptv.vic.gov.au for all your transport information.

You can also buy or top up your myki online at myki.com.au or by calling 1800 800 007 (allow 24 hours to process top up). A full fare myki card costs $6 and a concession myki (senior, concession, child) costs $3. When traveling with myki, it’s important to touch on at a myki reader at the beginning of your trip and touch off at the end of each leg of your journey. Failure to travel with a valid ticket could lead to a fine. For more information about myki visit myki.com.au or call 1800 800 007. 66

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regional overview – maps Victoria The smallest state on the mainland with about a sixth of the overall population, largely concentrated in Melbourne.

Greater Melbourne

Getting around for free City Circle Tram The City Circle Tram uses Melbourne’s iconic W-Class trams offering you a historical tram experience, while automated commentary announces points of interest along the way. Free City Circle Trams travel the perimeter of the CBD every day between 10am and 6pm Sunday to Wednesday and 10am to 9pm Thursday to Saturday except Good Friday and Christmas Day. Melbourne City Visitor Shuttle The Melbourne City Tourist Shuttle bus stops at 13 key destinations around the city, including Federation Square, Queen Victoria Market and the Royal Botanic Gardens. It runs every 30 minutes between 9.30am to 4.30pm every day except Christmas Day (on Labour Day and ANZAC Day it runs every 30 minutes between 1pm and 4.30pm). Cost: $5 for a day ticket. Copies of the Tourist Shuttle brochure are available online and from the Melbourne Visitor Centre at Federation Square. melbourne.vic.gov.au/shuttle Airport Shuttle The SkyBus is a direct service from Southern Cross Station to Melbourne Airport. The buses depart every 10 minutes in both directions, and stop at both terminals 1 and 3. For more information skybus.com.au

The area not more than one and a half hours drive from the city in any direction - famous for the Leisure Regions. Coach tours are available to most of these regions daily.

Surrounds This is the area bordering the city centre and stretching no further than 10km. The tram service provides an excellent and economical service to the surrounds precinct.

City Centre This rectangular grid, bounded by La Trobe, Spencer, Flinders and Spring Streets, forms the hub of the city. The free City Circle Tram travels around the City Centre (with the exception of Spencer Street), and out to the Docklands.

Melbourne Visitor Centre You’ll find a wide range of free brochures, maps and event guides with plenty of suggestions on what to see and do across the state at the Melbourne Visitor Centre. Here you can use the Public Transport Victoria (PTV) website and print your public transport information. A phone link to the PTV call centre is also available. The centre is located opposite Flinders Street Station at Federation Square, on the corner of Swanston and Flinders streets. 68

maps – greater melbourne Macedon Ranges & Spa Country Area to the north west of melbourne and accessible within an hours drive from the city. A favourite retreat for leisure seekers. The mt macedon ranges offer picturesque landscapes and vistas. Mt macedon itself is reminicent of old world charm. The area around daylesford and hepburn springs is the foremost natural mineral springs area in Australia.

5427 2033 Phillip Island Lovely tourist and leisure region famous for the penguin parade at sunset every day, and the little seaside resort of cowes which has many leisure activities and attractions for visitors.

1300 366 422 Mornington Peninsula Scenic coastal strip on the eastern side of port phillip bay and a popular seaside

greater melbourne – maps resort. Pretty coastal towns have a variety of craft stalls and galleries. Also fast becoming a notable wine growing and tasting region. Places of interest · Ashcombe Maze · Coolart Wetlands · Red Hill Market · Tyabb Antiques · Wineries · Briars Homestead

1800 804 009 Dandenong Ranges Melbourne’s ‘garden of eden’. The lush fern gullies along mt dandenong tourist road, the towering trees of sherbrooke forest and the general abundance of natural flora, manicured gardens and quaint towns like olinda and sassafras make it a splendid day’s outing. Places of interest · Sky High Mount Dandenong · Puffing Billy

· William Ricketts Sanctuary · Cuckoo Restaurant · Rhododendron, Alfred Nicolas, George Tindale and Pirianda Gardens · Wise Possum Nature Gallery · Touchstone Craft Gallery

1800 645 505 West of the Bay Less than a half hours’ drive from the city and home to the historic homestead and formal gardens of the werribee mansion. Enjoy a unique safari at the werribee zoo right next to the mansion at k road. The raaf Museum and point cook national park are within close range too.

9742 5971 Geelong & Bellarine Peninsula Victoria’s second largest city overlooking corio bay. Has many fine old buildings and is home to the national wool museum and the geelong botanic

gardens. Geelong’s waterfront is also a big attraction. Queenscliff and point lonsdale on the peninsula are historic and quaint villages well worth a visit.

1800 602 888 5275 5797 Yarra Valley & Healesville Home to healesville sanctuary. This area also affords a scenic drive and a pleasant trip to the yarra valley wineries, or the magnificent forests of toolangi and black spur. Numerous wineries in the area have tastings and sales, these include fergussons, de bortoli, domaine chandon, yering and rochfords eyton to name just a few. Places of interest · Healesville Sanctuary · Wineries · Badger Creek Weir

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maps – victoria state The Grampians One of our largest national parks and a popular tourist destination. Offers aweinspiring views across the Great Dividing Range, a range of wildlife and natural vegetation, and some Aboriginal rock paintings. Has many walking tracks for the keen bush walker.

1800 246 880 The Goldfields Former Gold Mining region which played a significant role in the development and wealth of the state. The Sovereign Hill and Blood on the Southern Cross attractions at Ballarat relive the days of the gold rush. There are other charming and historic towns such as Maldon and Bendigo that also form part of the goldfields.

victoria state – maps Phillip Island & Gippsland Discovery

A delightful green belt east of Melbourne and famous for the Wilson’s Promontory National Park and the seaside community of Phillip Is.

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The Great Ocean Road

Lakes and Wilderness

One of the world’s most spectacular coastal drives through pretty coastal resorts, the amazing rock formations at Port Campbell, and through the pristine beauty of the Otway forest.

An area with a vast network of interconnecting lakes, rivers and lagoons, and an extended coastline known as the Ninety Mile Beach with Lakes Entrance at its centre. The region from Orbost to the Mallacoota inlet near the New South Wales border has lovely beaches and magnificent rainforests if you head inland.

1800 620 888 Legends, Wine & High Country Where our notorious bushranger, Ned Kelly carried out his pursuits and home to the wine region of Rutherglen. In Winter ski the slopes of Mt Buller, Mt Buffalo, Mt. Hotham and Falls Creek snowfields.

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1800 446 633 Murray Outback The natural abundance of the Mildura region is a joy to explore. Splendid citrus orchards line the roads and specialty olive farms are also to be found, but it is the vineyards for which Mildura is most renowned.

1800 039 043 Goulburn Murray Waters This navigable river was the chief means of transporting goods to and from the state at the turn of the last century. River ports such as Echuca and Swan Hill took on a special significance and today the museums at these two centres re-enact this history.

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GLEN IRIS TO MELBOURNE UNIVERSITY

MALVERN TO MELBOURNE UNIVERSITY

Malvern Station Balaclava Rd

Waverley Rd

Balaclava Station

Glenhuntly Rd

Burwood Hwy

VERMONT SOUTH TO CITY SPENCER ST

Glen Iris Station

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ST KILDA BEACH TO EAST BRUNSWICK

Burwood Station

WATTLE PARK TO WATERFRONT CITY DOCKLANDS

Gardiner Station

Windsor Station

LUNA PARK / ST KILDA BEACH TO NORTH RICHMOND (After 7pm)

Toorak Station

Hawthorn Rd

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Burke Rd

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Balwyn Rd

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ST KILDA 112 FITZROY ST TO WEST PRESTON Luna Park

Prahran Station

Carlisle St

Riversdale Station

Kooyong Station

Armadale Station Dandenong Rd

109 Box Hill Station

Hartwell Station TOORAK TO MORELAND

Malvern Rd

High St

BOX HILL TO PORT MELBOURNE

Camberwell Station

Riversdale Rd

Prahran Market

Alfred Hospital Melbourne Sports & Aquatic Centre

STH MELBOURNE BEACH TO EAST COBURG

TO MELBOURNE UNIVERSITY

Glenferrie Rd

Whitehorse Rd

Burnley Station

South Yarra Station

Toorak Rd

Commercial Rd

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Ticketing zones

DOMAIN INTERCHANGE TO WEST COBURG

All trams operate in Zone 1. If travelling only in the Zone 1 or 2 overlap, a Zone 2 ticket can be used.

TO CITY / LA TROBE ST WEST END (Peak only) TO VICTORIA HARBOUR DOCKLANDS

72 CAMBERWELL

Glenferrie Station

Hawthorn Station Swan St

East Richmond Station

AAMI Park

TO MELBOURNE UNIVERSITY VIA ST KILDA

Chapel St

MELBOURNE TO BOX HILL

Jolimont Station Richmond Station

Melbourne Park

16 KEW

Church St

Kingsway

109 PORT

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Information

South Melbourne Market

MCG

Federation Square

24 48

Shrine of Remembrance

St on nd t re s S la C rrar Fe

Port Phillip

Epworth Hospital Bridge Wellington Pde

Flinders St

NORTH BALWYN

Cotham Rd

NORTH RICHMOND 78 TO PRAHRAN (Until 7pm) 79 TO LUNA PARK / ST KILDA BEACH (After 7pm)

North Richmond Station HODDLE ST TO VICTORIA HARBOUR DOCKLANDS

Southbank Blvd

Collins St

St Kilda Rd

Arts Centre

Smith St

Flinders Street Station

Yarra River

Nicholson St

TO WEST MARIBYRNONG 57 Flinders St TO AIRPORT WEST 59

35 City Circle

TO HODDLE ST 31

Westgarth Station Clifton Hill Station

Victoria St

Parliament Station Spring

Melbourne CBD

TO WEST PRESTON 11

Swanston St

Collins St

35 City Circle

Melbourne TO NORTH COBURG Central CITY Station ELIZABETH ST

Bourke St

La Trobe St

Elizabeth St

Southern Cross Station

Merri Station

St Vincent’s Hospital ST VINCENT’S PLAZA TO ETIHAD STADIUM

TO CITY SPENCER ST (Mon-Fri)

Queen Victoria Market

Flagstaff Station

Lonsdale St

Victoria St

William St

VICTORIA HARBOUR DOCKLANDS TO NORTH BALWYN 48

Spencer St

24 LA TROBE ST WEST END TO NORTH BALWYN (Peak only) Etihad Stadium

MELBOURNE MUSEUM

Peel St

CITY TO VERMONT SPENCER ST SOUTH 75 95 TO MELBOURNE MUSEUM (Mon-Fri)

TO WATTLE PARK 70 ETIHAD STADIUM 30 DOCKLANDS TO ST VINCENT’S PLAZA

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Errol St

CITY CIRCLE 35

Northcote Station

Rushall Station

Brunswick St

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WATERFRONT CITY DOCKLANDS TO BUNDOORA RMIT 86

High St

FOOTSCRAY 82 TO MOONEE PONDS Footscray Station

BUNDOORA RMIT TO WATERFRONT CITY DOCKLANDS

Croxton Station

St Georges Rd

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Royal Children’s Hospital Royal Women’s Hospital

EAST BRUNSWICK TO ST KILDA BEACH

Lygon St

Racecourse Rd

Royal Pde

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Royal Park Station Melbourne Zoo

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MORELAND TO TOORAK Anstey Station

Brunswick Station Jewell Station

Newmarket Flemington Bridge Station Station

Flemington Racecourse Station

Maribyrnong Rd

Melville Rd

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EAST COBURG TO STH MELBOURNE BEACH Gilbert Rd

Moreland Rd

MOONEE PONDS TO FOOTSCRAY 82

Showgrounds Station

1 Nicholson

Moreland Station

Essendon Station

WEST MARIBYRNONG TO CITY ELIZABETH ST

TO CITY ELIZABETH ST

WEST PRESTON VICTORIA HARBOUR 11 TO DOCKLANDS 112 TO ST KILDA FITZROY ST

19 NORTH COBURG Sydney Rd

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WEST COBURG TO DOMAIN INTERCHANGE

Batman Station Coburg Station

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Pl en ty

AIRPORT WEST TO CITY ELIZABETH ST

Zone 2

Caulfield Station

PRAHRAN TO NORTH RICHMOND 78 (Until 7pm)

Elsternwick Station

EAST MALVERN TO MELBOURNE UNIVERSITY (Mon-Fri)

3a TO MELBOURNE UNIVERSITY

Glenhuntly Station

EAST BRIGHTON TO MELBOURNE UNIVERSITY

VIA ST KILDA (Sat / Sun)

67 CARNEGIE

TO MELBOURNE UNIVERSITY

MAP NOT TO SCALE

Effective April 2011

EMPIRE BY SPIEGELWORLD Smashing through the borders of comedy, circus, vaudeville and burlesque, EMPIRE by Spiegelworld is the most jaw-dropping show ever seen on a spiegeltent stage and features the sexiest, most daring artists from across the globe. Following a sold-out season in Melbourne last year, EMPIRE is back and now playing on the spectacular Rooftop at Crown Melbourne. Direct from New York City, EMPIRE is presented in the sumptuous spiegeltent, a heritage travelling venue made of antique wood, beveled mirrors and stained glass, which features the most intimate stage in town. At just 2.8 metres in diameter, performers flip, spin, skate and roll mere inches away from the front row. It’s an entertainment experience that audiences will not forget quickly. The critics agree. Since commencing its Australian tour, EMPIRE has been awarded a rare “10/10” by the Sun Herald; while The Sydney Morning Herald described it as “the best show I’ve seen in years,”. The Brisbane Times said “the athleticism and audacity of Empire’s performers are a marvel. It’s now one of my picks for show of the year... the best sex of my life and I wasn’t even involved”. The West Australian recently described the show as “a thrilling, agile, contemporary circus, immaculately staged and precariously gripping for every one of its 90 minutes”. And Australian Stage simply said, “Empire is pure entertainment”. EMPIRE had its world premiere season in New York City during the summer of 2012, where it was the first tented show ever seen in Times Square. Since arriving in Australia,

over 180,000 people have seen the 90-minute entertainment spectacle. The show’s MCs Oscar and Fanny introduce an eccentric cast of characters including acrobats, contortionists and vocalists, who present a staggering array of awe-inspiring, death defying, sensual and hilarious circus skills. The seductive Gorilla Girls from Ukraine form perfectly balanced pyramids on top of each other while the Ethiopian foot juggler Black Flintstone throws and impossibly catches his brother Big Mac Boy on his feet. Other performers include the Lime Green Lady and Carrot Man who beautifully and sensuously balance each other, and the Half Naked Asian Dude Wearing Pigtails from Japan who is the world champion wheelmaster, rolling dangerously past the audience. Miss A in a Bubble contorts gracefully inside an aerial sphere and the 3D Graffiti Guy from Canada performs an incredible balancing act involving branches and a feather. Miss Purple is the resident vocalist and is backed on electric guitar by the Viking of 6th Avenue, Moondog. The venue itself is as much a part of the show as the performers themselves. The spiegeltent is a stunning setting for EMPIRE, and yet it is almost outdone by the spectacular Rooftop at Crown. Complete with a festoon-lit beer garden, the Rooftop offers some of the best views of the city, overlooking the Yarra River. Quite simply, while in Melbourne, EMPIRE is an unmissable entertainment experience. EMPIRE is now playing under the spiegeltent on the Rooftop at Crown. Access is via Level 3, Whiteman Street, Southbank. Tickets from www.ticketek.com.au.

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