About Melbourne and Victoria

Melbourne is a cosmopolitan city that rewards exploration. A unique collection of boutique shops, cafes and bars are hidden in a myriad of laneways, bringing life to spaces that are infused with the city’s history. Melbourne is surrounded by spectacular natural attractions within easy reach of the city, from stunning ocean views across the Twelve Apostles along Victoria’s Great Ocean Road to close encounters with penguins at Phillip Island.

Melbourne’s multicultural heritage shapes how we live today. Our collective appreciation for good food and wine is sustained by the cuisine brought here by people from all over the world, who have made Melbourne and Victoria their home.

Victoria’s size means that everything is well connected. Linked infrastructure and a 24 hour airport with direct international flights allow for easy accessibility. Businesses have strong working relationships with their counterparts locally, nationally and globally. And our residents enjoy a great lifestyle in communities that come together to celebrate our diversity.

Victoria’s strong and robust economy is driven by highly skilled and educated workers. Our strong manufacturing and agricultural base, an internationally-focussed services industry and world-class research are the reasons why many businesses choose to establish themselves in Melbourne.

International students come to Melbourne and Victoria for a rich and diverse experience. They benefit from our long tradition of academic excellence and the quality education experiences offered by a variety of tertiary institutions.

For further information visit:

• www.invest.vic.gov.au
• www.liveinvictoria.vic.gov.au
• www.studymelbourne.vic.gov.au
• www.visitmelbourne.com