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Victoria is the southernmost of the eastern mainland states of Australia. The state is roughly triangular in shape. New South Wales lies to the north / north-east, with the Murray River forming most of the boundary between the two states. South Australia lies to the west and the southern coast forms the other side of the triangle.

Melbourne, the capital of Victoria and a cultural hub, is known for the good things in life - fashion, food, entertainment and sport. This is a city of style, architecture, trams, theatres and art.

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Highlights

• Federation Square: The new heart of Melbourne which includes plazas, restaurants and bars, wine and visitor centres, and significant arts venues.
• Food, Wine and Fashion: The cultural capital – sample the best of fashion restaurants and wine.
• Queen Victoria Market: Buy anything from a stuffed koala to a pickled onion at Australia’s oldest market.
• Melbourne: Visit in Spring for the gardens, the Melbourne Cup, and the Aussie Rules Grand Final.
• St Kilda: sit at an outdoor café in the lively seaside suburb and watch the endless parade of characters drift pass.
• Great Ocean Road: drive one of the world’s most spectacular coastal routes and visit the lovely Otway Ranges, and the dramatic coastal rock formations of the Port Campbell National Park.
• Grampians National Park: Bushwalk amongst the wildflowers, wildlife and natural beauty.
• Yarra Valley: Escape to world class wineries and boutique retreats.
• Phillip Island Nature Park: See Little Penguins, koalas and seals.