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 Melbourne Activities
In the CBD itself there is a mixture of modern office blocks and 19th and 20th century heritage buildings, including many lovely churches, Melbourne Town Hall, Flinders St Station, the State Library, and the Old Melbourne Gaol.
Close to the CBD it is possible to visit grand residences of the last century such as Ripponlea and Como House, and grand edifices such as the Shrine of Remembrance and the Exhibition Buildings.
In the CBD the river is a popular spot for lunch, either as a picnic or at one of the many cafes at Southbank, a few minute's walk from the Town Hall.
goanna.cs.rmit.edu.au /~jz/travel/aus/melbourne.html   (983 words)

  
 Walkabout - Melbourne
Sorrento south of Melbourne) in October 1803 and a short-lived colony was established.
Melbourne is known for its changeable weather what ever the season so be prepared for cool weather even in the middle of summer.
Melbourne's international and domestic airport (Tullamarine) is 22 km north east of the city centre.
www.walkabout.com.au /fairfax/locations/VICMelbourne.shtml   (4473 words)

  
 Melbourne travel guide - Wikitravel
Melbourne [1] is the second-largest city in Australia and the capital of the state of Victoria.
Melbourne is the unquestioned sporting capital of Australia with the largest arenas and two of the major sporting administrations basing their operation in Melbourne: Cricket Australia is a stone's throw from the MCG, and the Australian Football League is based at the Telstra Dome.
Melbourne is more-or-less centrally located on the coast of Victoria, and there are many natural and manmade attractions close enough to easily visit in a day's return drive.
wikitravel.org /en/Melbourne   (8050 words)

  
 Melbourne - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Melbourne is renowned for its Victorian architecture including the World Heritage Royal Exhibition Building as well as its notable landmarks which include the iconic Flinders Street Station, the Melbourne Cricket Ground, and the extensive tram network, the third largest in the world and the largest in the Southern Hemisphere.
Melbourne's dominance of the state of Victoria's population and economy means the Victorian state government is also effectively the city government of greater Melbourne.
Melbourne is home to a large number of buskers (also known as street performers) that perform in the CBD and surrounds.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Melbourne   (7225 words)

  
 Melbourne Hotels, Melbourne Accommodation, Melbourne Holiday Accommodation, Melbourne Business Accommodation
Melbourne city centre is carefully planned and laid out in a grid pattern with wide streets, many of them tree-lined.
Most of its major attractions are on the borders of the CBD or near the banks of the Yarra River, which marks the southern border of the city centre.
This Melbourne accommodation is close to the boutiques of Collins Street and it is an easy walk to Federation Square, the Melbourne Cricket Ground, Rod Laver Tennis Centre and Vodafone Arena.
www.melbourne.visitorsbureau.com.au /a_city.html   (2217 words)

  
 An Opinionated Guide to Melbourne
The CBD is a rectangular grid of streets, bordered on the south by the Yarra river.
Melbourne Sport and Aquatic Centre — Pretty much every neighborhood in Melbourne has its own local, public pool, but this is the granddaddy of them all; a multi-million dollar sports centre with an olympic pool, wave pool, saunas, steam rooms, racquetball courts, weight room, etc.
Melbourne is known for being a foodie town; it’s close to a lot of fresh food producers, has a large sprinkling of European and Asian immigrants, and a number of daring chefs.
www.mnot.net /guides/melbourne   (3825 words)

  
 Melbourne city centre - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Melbourne city centre (officially named Melbourne but also referred to as The City or Postcode 3000) is a bounded locality surrounded by metropolitan Melbourne which is comprised of the original settlement, the central business district, parkland and other built-up areas.
Although the area is described as the centre, it is not actually the demographic centre of Melbourne at all, due to an urban sprawl to the south east, the demographic centre being located somewhere in the vicinity of suburban Glen Iris.
An exception is the Melbourne Cricket Club and Melbourne Football Club (its offshoot) both based at the Melbourne Cricket Ground which was built in Jolimont, adjacent to the city but a locality of the suburb of East Melbourne.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Melbourne_Central_Business_District   (958 words)

  
 The Committee for Melbourne: CBD Food Rescue
CBD food rescue aims to assist an organisaiton called One Umbrella to increase 'rescued' food donations (i.e.
CBD food rescue will raise the profile of One Umbrella as well as promote recent ‘Good Samaritan’ legislation, which encourages more food donations.
Copyright © Committee for Melbourne, 2006 The information in this page is subject to the disclaimer.
www.melbourne.org.au /365.0.html   (146 words)

  
 Melbourne Venues
Melbourne Venues can supply a site and location that will suit your needs, impress your guests and make for a truly memorable occasion.
Situated in the heart of the CBD, The Dome is one of Melbourne's most breathtaking landmarks.
Constructed during the Land Boom of the 1890s, The Domed Chamber is still recognised by the British Society of Architects as the finest structure of its type in the world.
www.melbournevenues.com.au   (785 words)

  
 Public transport in Melbourne, Australia
There is an excellent map of the CBD and its main points of interest on the website.
Travelling away from the CBD, your choice is catch a tram or a train (although bus services do operate to most areas).
There are different departure points throughout the CBD and you can check these here.
www.melbourne.com.au /pt.htm   (259 words)

  
 Punt Hill :: Melbourne Serviced Apartments: Apartment Hotels in Melbourne CBD - Melbourne Accommodation
Excellent Melbourne and Sydney accommodation in 10 convenient locations across Melbourne CBD and Sydney's North Shore at great prices.
We provide the perfect city accommodation locations for the business traveller or tourist, offering the choice of luxury accommodation in 9 perfect locations in Melbourne including Melbourne CBD, famous St. Kilda Road, the vibrant and trendy suburb of South Yarra, city fringe suburb of North Melbourne, and brand new Burwood and Essendon.
Why stay in a Melbourne hotel or motel when Punt Hill Apartment Hotels and Serviced Apartments offer you the choice of fully self-contained studio, 1,2 or 3 bedroom apartments all at excellent rates.
www.punthill-apartments.com.au   (151 words)

  
 Accommodation Melbourne Hotels
Shoan Heights Apartment Hotel Melbourne is situated in the heart of Melbourne CBD, surrounded by a myriad of theatres, excellent restaurants, cafes, sporting venues, galleries, department stores and glorious parks.
The Airport Motel Melbourne is the perfect location for leisure, business and conference guests, conveniently located only minutes from the Melbourne airport and a 20 minute drive from the Melbourne CBD.
The Canterbury Hotel Melbourne is conveniently located in Melbourne's East, at the gateway to the Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges, but is still only 20 mins from the Melbourne CBD.
www.ozhotels.com.au   (2622 words)

  
 PlanBookTravel - Melbourne CBD and Suburbs   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-03)
Melbourne, with so much to see and do in the centre of this vibrant city, it is best explored in specific sections.
The art, culture and history of Melbourne are not limited to the CBD.
St Kilda, one of the most well known spots in outer Melbourne, is not only a beachside address, but also a cosmopolitan centre of food (don't miss the delicious cakes in Acland St), boutiques, art, entertainment and history.
planbooktravel.com /aus/vic/melbourne_cbd_and_suburbs   (840 words)

  
 CBD Accommodation Melbourne, Hotel Accommodation Melbourne available from the Naval & Military Club - Melbourne
Proud of its military heritage and unique Australian tranditions, the Club has repositioned itself as Melbourne’s leading business and social Club by embarking on major developments to its Little Collins Street premises.
Close to Melbourne’s sporting venues, theatres and shopping and business precincts, The Naval and Military Club boasts 18 recently-refurbished, boutique style rooms and suites, each fitted with all the comforts of home and requirements of the office.
However, for sheer style and indulgence, the Premium Suite presents the definitive Melbourne CBD accommodation.
www.nmclub.com.au /pages/Accommodation/accommodation.aspx   (565 words)

  
 Old Melbourne Gaol - Central Melbourne [C.B.D ] - Sightseeing - Only Melbourne
Vegemite was not only invented in Melbourne but every jar of Vegemite 'ever made...
Looks can be deceiving because the Old Melbourne Gaol is one of Melbourne's best historical places and truly worth a visit.
Old Melbourne Gaol dominated the Melbourne skyline as a symbol of authority when it was built in the mid 1800s.
www.onlymelbourne.com.au /melbourne_details.php?id=777   (555 words)

  
 Melbourne, Australia - visitmelbourne.com the official travel and accommodation site for Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Melbourne boasts great events, a passion for food and wine and a fabulous arts scene.
Known as a style-setter, Melbourne is home to a non-stop program of festivals, renowned dining, major art exhibitions and musical extravaganzas.
Whether your interest is in food and wine, cinema, comedy, sports or performing arts, Melbourne has a festival or event for you.
www.visitmelbourne.com   (175 words)

  
 Welcome   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-03)
The Zonta Club of Melbourne CBD is a member of Zonta International, a world-wide service organisation of executives in business and the professions working together to advance the status of women.
The Zonta Club of Melbourne CBD is part of District 23, Area 1.
The club has been established primarily for those who live and/or work in the city of Melbourne who wish to belong to a service organisation and find a breakfast club convenient.
home.vicnet.net.au /~zontacbd   (168 words)

  
 Melbourne CBD Victoria Accommodation Hotel / Resort / Motel Guide (ltl)
A few minutes away is The Royal Botanic Gardens and the Melbourne Exhibition Centre, Melbourne Aquarium, Rod Laver Arena.
The largest 4 star hotel in the CBD, Opposite Her Majesties Theatre, a block away from from The Comedy Theatre and The Princess Theatre, 2 blocks The Athenaeum Theatre and The Regent Theatre and 3 blocks from The Forum (Old State Theatre).
Listen closely for sporting sounds from the hallowed grounds of the Melbourne Cricket Ground… Pass by the National Tennis Centre where every year in January, tennis professional slog it out in the heat of Melbourne for the Australian Open.
www.ltl.com.au /vic/melbourne.htm   (1113 words)

  
 Australian International Air(warfare) Show : Melbourne Indymedia
Australian International Airshow 15 - 20 March occuring at Avalon Airport in Geelong (with some venues in Melbourne CBD) is an important selling point for corporate manufacturers of weapons.This is a call for expressions of interest for protest actions at Avalon Airport or Melbourne CBD (before or) during that time.
Secondly there are associated conferences being held in the Melbourne CBD, which are alot easier to attend, don't run for as long and are more easy to highlight than the main part of the airshow at Avalon itself.
Unless otherwise stated by the author, all content is free for non-commercial reuse, reprint, and rebroadcast, on the net and elsewhere.
www.melbourne.indymedia.org /news/2005/03/88746.php   (1144 words)

  
 Career Counselling Melbourne CBD
Career Counselling Melbourne CBD brings career change to all occupations at an affordable cost through its registered accredited qualified service.
Before you book the service the Career Counselling Melbourne CBD consultant will meet with you for a free first chat about your goals.
Career Counselling Melbourne CBD is your coach for the new matrix method for written job applications.
www.careercbd.com.au   (145 words)

  
 Punt Hill Serviced Apartments Melbourne - Manhattan
The Manhattan Punt Hill one bedroom apartments are located in the heart of Melbourne's CBD and are contemporary style warehouse apartments.
The two bedroom apartments at Punt Hill Manhattan are located in the heart of Melbourne's CBD and are contemporary style warehouse apartments.
The three bedroom apartments at Punt Hill Manhattan are situated right in the heart of Melbourne's CBD.
www.ozihotels.com.au /punthillManhattan.php   (312 words)

  
 Melbourne - CBD & Fringe, Victoria, Australia, Commercial property real estate for sale/for lease
Melbourne - CBD & Fringe, Victoria, Australia, Commercial property real estate for sale/for lease
Melbourne - CBD & Fringe - commercial real estate property for sale and for lease
Or browse properties in Melbourne - CBD & Fringe
www.propertylook.com.au /directory/region.asp?r=856   (148 words)

  
 TPN :: Melbourne Confidential
This episode of Melbourne Confidential was produced without any help at all from our good friends at Visit Melbourne.  If they were half smart, don’t you think they’d be sponsoring us or something?
Melbourne Confidential #002 - Melbourne Stencil Festival 2006 (part one)
In this episode of Melbourne Confidential, we tag along to the opening of the third annual Melbourne Stencil Festival and interview some of the guests, artists and organisers.
melbourne.thepodcastnetwork.com   (237 words)

  
 Negotiating Melbourne CBD intersections for an out-of-towner
You arrive in the bike lane at a CBD intersection that you
IF you know you are in first half of light phase.
Taking a lane in CBD 'seems' to be getting easier (others may disagree???) or maybe I'm just gettin bolshier
www.cyclingforums.com /t368300.html   (1050 words)

  
 Alto Hotel - Contemporary Melbourne CBD Hotel in Melbourne, Australia
Alto Hotel on Bourke successfully brings together the old world facade of the late 19th century building and the modern, stylish interior of brand new apartment hotels, allowing you to enjoy a sparkling experience in Melbourne's newest CBD location.
Alto Hotel protects the environment and leads as one of Melbourne's few environmentally friendly hotels.
Alto Hotel on Bourke is an independent member of Plaza Hotels Asia Pacific, and Melbourne's newest CBD Plaza Hotel.
www.altohotel.com.au   (299 words)

  
 ~ CBD Nightclub, Melbourne ~ Review and Details
Multi-levelled club that opens end of week, and offers a variety of completely different themed nights, CBD's nights being either techno or indie/alternative.
Music goes loud and hard, and CBD rocks on until late.
CBD's website sometimes does not work, and if that's the case we recommend you telephone to obtain information on the nights offered.
www.melbournepubs.com /venues/135/CBD-Nightclub.html   (139 words)

  
 Shoan Heights Apartments Melbourne CBD   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-03)
Shoan Heights Apartment Hotel is situated in the heart of Melbourne CBD, surrounded by a myriad of theatres, excellent restaurants, cafes, sporting venues, galleries, department stores and glorious parks.
Furthermore, Melbourne's FREE City Circle tram stops within easy walking distance, giving you easy access to an array of Melbourne's extensive tourist attractions.
Shoan Heights Apartments group is a member of Aussie Melbourne Apartments.
www.melbournestay.com.au   (310 words)

  
 ~ CBD, Melbourne ~ Review and Details
The feel is corporate upmarket, with piped music filling the air.
CBD's popularity shows, with enough people gathering round the large bar everytime we've popped in.
CBD's floor space is massive, and perfectly suited to corporate functions.
www.melbournepubs.com /venues/134/CBD.html   (106 words)

  
 Melbourne Guide for hotels, sightseeing, car hire and entertainment Australia - melbourne.com.au
Walk the streets of Melbourne under the expert hand of someone who knows their way about and explore Lanes and Arcades or the Fashion Triangle.
Ride to the top of the tallest building in the Southern Hemisphere for a panoramic view of Melbourne.
Experience a day of nature and wilderness in the Grampians National Park.
www.melbourne.com.au   (216 words)

  
 City of Melbourne - Home - Home Page   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-03)
The City of Melbourne is putting on a range of free events and attractions for your enjoyment in the lead up to Christmas, including Christmas Dream Seed Workshops, a nightly Christmas tree light show at City Square, and a giant advent calendar and choir performances at Federation Square.
City of Melbourne residents are reminded that rubbish and recycling collections will not take place on Christmas Day, Monday 25 December 2006.
Instead, collections from Monday 25 December to Friday 29 December will be collected the day after your usual collection day.
www.melbourne.vic.gov.au   (235 words)

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