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THE WORLD‘S MOST
LIVEABLE CITY
There is a lot to love about Melbourne –
just ask the locals. It‘s no big surprise
to residents that the city is consistently
ranked among the world‘s most liveable
cities.
The city of Melbourne has a vibrant
energy, excellent restaurants, fashion
boutiques, cafe-flled laneways, cool
bars, unbeatable galleries, spacious
parks and village-like inner suburbs,
each with its own special character.
Modern, cutting-edge designs add
to the fascinating mix of heritage
architecture and ensure the skyline is
constantly changing.
As a student living in Melbourne, you‘ll
be able to take full advantage of all
the attractions offered. You‘ll instantly
feel at home in this safe, vibrant and
multicultural city.
BREATHTAKING MELBOURNE
Melbourne is set around the shores
of the picturesque Port Phillip Bay
and is enhanced by the Yarra River,
immaculate parks and gardens, public
art, enchanting laneways, classical
buildings and innovative design.
SPORTY MELBOURNE
Melbourne is Australia‘s sporting events
capital, and as a world-class sporting
destination, the city‘s atmosphere is
especially lively during the Formula1
Australian Grand Prix, the Australian
Open Tennis Championships and the
Melbourne Cup Carnival. The city
hosted the 2006 Commonwealth
Games, and has been awarded as the
world‘s ‘Ultimate Sports City‘ by Sport
Business Group three times in a row.
DELICIOUS MELBOURNE
Famous for its laneways, stunning
waterfront precincts and trendy
neighbourhoods, the city provides an
endless choice of restaurants, cafes
and bars. Melbourne is at the forefront
of culinary innovation, with more than
3000 restaurants, cafes and bars, some
75 ethnic cuisines, boutique beers,
creative cocktails and local and
imported wines.
CULTURAL MELBOURNE
Museums, galleries, theatre, musicals,
orchestras, ballet and concerts of
established and independent artists –
Melbourne is world-famous for its
comprehensive year-round cultural
program. Public art is on display
throughout the city, some hidden down
intimate laneways, some on show
through dynamic street performances,
and some boldly presented on
billboards. Plus, Melbourne presents
annual festivals such as Melbourne
Fringe, Melbourne Festival and
Melbourne International Film Festival.
The city‘s literary heritage and culture
is internationally recognised as one of
only six UNESCO Cities of Literature in
the world.
GETTING AROUND
MELBOURNE
Melbourne has a fantastic public
transport system that is reliable and
easy to navigate. Trams, buses and
trains operate throughout the city
and its suburbs. It also has a great
ferry network that can take you to the
shops and buskers at Southbank in
the heart of the city or further afeld
from the beaches of St Kilda to historic
Williamstown.
DESIGNER MELBOURNE
Melbourne is also famous for its many
and varied shopping experiences,
including local designers, outdoor
markets, international boutiques,
comprehensive shopping centres and
department stores. The city‘s arcades
and laneways have specialist shops
selling everything from chocolate to
vintage and haute couture. For bargain
shopping, check out the Queen Victoria
Market, and for boutique shops, the
‘Paris End‘ of Collins Street is a must.
OUTSIDE MELBOURNE
Melbourne is located in the state of
Victoria, which offers a wealth of
attractions. Many of Victoria‘s unique
areas and towns are easily accessible as
day trips from Melbourne, including:
Great Ocean Road and scenic Twelve
Apostles
Thermal spas of Hepburn Springs
Penguin Parade on Phillip Island
Wineries of the Yarra Valley
Snowfelds in Victoria‘s
High Country
Healesville Sanctuary, where you
can meet some of Australia‘s unique
native animals.
Study in the
heart of Melbourne
Aside from being the world‘s most liveable city,
Melbourne is rated one of the most student-
friendly cities in the world, along with Paris,
London and Boston.
The
world‘s most liveable
city
Q
4th most student-friendly
city in the world
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Q
Economist Intelligence Unit, Global Liveability
Report 2012
W
QS Best Student Cities in the World 2012