Melbourne is set around the shores of Port Phillip Bay. The city itself, laid out in a large rectangle and boasting a lively and cosmopolitan pulse, sits on the northern banks of the Yarra River, about five kilometres from the bay.
Location: Victoria hugs the tip of the Australian east coast.
Population: 4,917,300
Size:
227,600 square kilometers
Weather:Cool temperate climate with average temperatures of 14-26°C in summer and 6-13° C in winter.
Local Economy
The most densely populated and industrialized state, it is strong on manufacturing and new industries like biotechnology.
It also has thriving agriculture and wineries. Considered a noted cool climate wine districts of the world, the YarraValley specialises in sparkling wines, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.
Melbourne is one of the more expensive cities as far as the cost of living goes: the average house cost $382,000 in December 2004.
About Victoria
While roughly the size of the British Isles, Victoria is Australia's second-smallest state. It boasts a wealth of diverse regional areas and attractions, from national parks and forests teeming with wildlife to wineries, lakes and mountains.
The YarraValley is Victoria's oldest vineyard region and is located just under an hour's drive to the east of Melbourne. Worth a special mention is the Great Ocean Road, a world class scenic route passing sparkling beaches and sheer cliffs.
Melbourne
Melbourne is the second largest city in Australia and the home of Aussie rules football. The city sits beside the Yarra River, about five kilometres from Port Phillip Bay.
Renowned for style and elegance, Melbourne boasts glamorous festivals and events, Australia's best shopping, great places for eating and drinking, and a flourishing arts scene. It also has an excellent public transport system, and well-kept parks.
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The most densely populated and industrialized state, it is strong on manufacturing and new industries like biotechnology.
While roughly the size of the British Isles, Victoria is 
Melbourne is the second largest city in Australia and the home of Aussie rules football. The city sits beside the Yarra River, about five kilometres from Port Phillip Bay.
