Creative, stylish and sophisticated, Melbourne, the capital of the state of Victoria, is home to nearly 4 million people.
Melbourne is a safe and exciting modern metropolis, bustling with award-winning restaurants, trendy bars, international events, and sensational shopping.
The city is blessed with many beautiful parks and gardens as well as great beaches just moments from downtown. Melbourne's busy tree-lined streets are shadowed by towering modern skyscrapers interspersed with stately European architecture. This is truly an international city and many talented film makers call Melbourne home.
"Living in Melbourne for the last few months has been a joy. It is definitely a city that I would love to both live and shoot in. My family wants to move there, I can't give you a better recommendation than that!"
Jordan Kerner, Producer, Charlotte's Web
Melbourne enjoys four distinct seasons. It's warm to hot in summer, mild in autumn and spring and cool to cold in winter. And of course, when it's winter in the northern hemisphere, it's a perfect summer in Melbourne.
"I love the light in Melbourne particularly in winter, the big skies and amazing clouds."
Rachel Griffiths, Melbourne-born actor, Brothers & Sisters, Six Feet Under, Ned Kelly
Events in Melbourne
Renowned as Australia's cultural capital, Melbourne hosts many exciting international events throughout the year, including:
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January |
Australian Open Tennis Championships |
| March | Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix |
| March | Melbourne Food & Wine Festival |
| March | Australian International Airshow |
| March | Melbourne Fashion Festival |
| March/April | Melbourne International Comedy Festival |
| April | Melbourne International Jazz Festival |
| June/July | Melbourne Winter Masterpieces at the National Gallery of Victoria |
| July/August | Melbourne International Film Festival |
| September | Australian Football League (AFL) Grand Final |
| October | Melbourne International Arts Festival |
| October | Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix |
| November | Australian Masters Golf |
| November | Melbourne Cup Carnival Horseracing |
"You don't need a sentence to describe Melbourne; it only takes one word... Marvellous."
Geoffrey Rush, Melbourne-born actor, Pirates of the Caribbean, Elizabeth: The Golden Age, Shine
For more information about Melbourne's lifestyle, visit the Filmed in Melbourne website.
Photocredit: St Kilda Sea Baths, photographed by Daniel May
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