Melbourne News

Late Easter boosts Melbourne Airport’s international passengers
Easter has boosted Melbourne Airport’s international passenger numbers for April resulting in a 20.4 per cent increase compared to April last year, taking total international passengers to 535,143 for the month.

Melbourne Planner’s Guide expands to further entice event organisers
The Melbourne Convention + Visitors Bureau (MCVB) has launched the Melbourne Planner’s Guide 2010/11, featuring new and expanded sections detailing the destination’s incentive offerings, suggested itineraries and regional Victoria’s Business Events products and services.

Melbourne gets ready for Moomba community festival
People who have booked hotels in Melbourne for March are likely to experience the fun and excitement of this year’s Moomba Festival.
Melbourne opens iconic tourist attraction
The city of Melbourne is opening its brand new tourist attraction this weekend, the Southern Star observation wheel.Located at Waterfront City in Melbourne Docklands, the AU$100m Southern Star is the first giant observation wheel to be built in Australia, and offers spectacular views overlooking Melbourne’s CBD, Victoria Harbour and beyond.