In This Issue:
Victoria tops the table at Australian Tourism Awards
Victoria has scooped the pool at the recent Qantas Australian Tourism Awards 2006.
Melbourne’s food & wine scene’s new players
The Workshop, Sukaya, Third Class Club, Loco Bar, Bottega, Hard Rock Café, The Red Hummingbird
The Victoria Hotel’s multi-million dollar makeover
One of Melbourne’s most treasured heritage hotels, The Victoria Hotel, in Little Collins Street, will open brand new rooms this month as part of an $8 million makeover designed to bring the 19th century hotel into the 21st century.
Discover Docklands
Melbourne’s dynamic new precinct, Waterfront City, is irrevocably changing the look and feel of the city.
‘Happy Feet’ make their way to Melbourne
A brand new world-class Antarctica exhibit will open at Melbourne Aquarium early next year, featuring the stars of ‘Happy Feet’ – the Antarctic King and Gentoo penguins.
Melbourne’s new world-class cooking school
Learn how to recreate culinary masterpieces from around the world at a new boutique cooking school run by renowned chef Tony Tan.
Refresh & Revive at Melbourne’s new five-star day spa
A brand new Japanese-inspired day spa has recently opened in the centre of Melbourne’s CBD, providing weary workers and busy travelers a convenient sanctuary where they can refresh, unwind and revitalise.
Don’t miss Phantom’s return to Melbourne
One of the world's greatest musicals, The Phantom Of The Opera, will return to Melbourne at The Princess Theatre on 19 July 2007.
New surf retreats for women
Learn to ride a wave then relax and rejuvenate with new Surf and Soul weekends run by former pro-surfer Jodie Smith, along the Great Ocean Road. From affordable to luxury, the retreats cater for all levels of wealth and fitness.
Revamped attraction at Sovereign Hill
One of Australia’s leading tourist attractions, Sovereign Hill, has transformed its Chinese Village, bringing to life the story of Chinese prospectors on the Ballarat Goldfields in the 1850s.
Enjoy a collection of journeys throughout Victoria
Joining a professional tour is one of the best ways to uncover Victoria's hidden treasures.
Enjoy a starry night in Bendigo
Visitors to Bendigo, located in the heart of Victoria’s goldfields region, can immerse themselves in the world of stars at a brand new planetarium.
Every Month:
Town Focus - Marvellous Mansfield
A scenic two-hour drive from Melbourne, the country town of Mansfield seems a million miles from city life.
Special Deals - Victorian Golf Stay & Play Packages
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