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Enjoying new
experiences in
Melbourne
“
Studying in Melbourne
means being a part of so
many new experiences.
Melbourne is one of the most
multicultural cities in the world
so there is always something
to look forward to.
”
Tamara Dissanayake
Sri Lanka
Bachelor of Science
CULTURAL MELBOURNE
Museums, galleries, theatre, musicals,
orchestras, ballet – 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, the
Melbourne Festival and the Melbourne
International Film Festival.
GETTING AROUND
MELBOURNE
Melbourne has a good public transport
system that is reliable and easy to
navigate. Trams, buses and trains
operate throughout the city and its
suburbs. We also have a great ferry
network that can take you to the
shops and buskers at Southbank in
the heart of the city or further afeld
to the beaches of St Kilda and historic
Williamstown.
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.
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Street art in Hosier Lane