What's Happening in Melbourne, Getting Around, Accom, Hospitals and More

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Weather in Melbourne
	Click here to check the weather EACH DAY, as Melbourne can have a different season day to day 4 seasons in the one day. You can also click here for weather all over Australia.

Maps - City (CBD), Trains and Trams
	Maps of the City, Trains and Trams Click Here for a Melbourne City Map Click Here for a Melbourne Train Map Click Here for a Melbourne Tram Map

Transport in Melbourne

Trams, Buses, Trains & Planes and Taxi-Cabs Taxi-Cab Names and Telephone Numbers: Silver Top Taxis: Telephone: 13 1008 Black Cabs Combined: Telephone: 13 2227 Embassy Taxis: Telephone: 13 1755 Arrow Taxi Service: Telephone: 13 2211 North Suburban Taxis: Telephone: 13 1119 Melbourne Combined: Telephone: 131 323 West Suburban Taxis: Telephone: 9689 1144 Frankston: Telephone: 9786 3322 Melbourne Combined Taxis (up to 11 People): 13 6133 *Should you have any complaints regarding service, suspect taxi-cab overcharging or driver conduct, please contact (03) 9320 4321 (Melbourne Victoria) Click Here for Airlines, Hire Cars, Airports, Buses, Interstate Buses, Trams, City and Suburban Trains plus Interstate Trains.

Ferries and Day/Night Cruises
	Ferries plus River and Bay Cruises (including Dinner cruises). Rivers Restaurant Cruises (Lunch, Dinner, Cabaret Cruise) Ph: (03) 9686 8668) Inter Island Ferries. Victorian Ferries. Williamstown Bay & River Cruises. Williamstown Ferries.

Find Accommodation in Melbourne

World Executive Hotels and Resorts have a comprehensive website. Total Travel has a large range of accommodation. Ozhotels is a group of independently owned and non-related hotels, motels and serviced apartments providing accommodation located across Melbourne Australia. You deal directly with the hotels. Australian Explorer *accommodation options includes Carlton, Docklands plus many other areas to suit most budgets. *If your accommodation requirements for Carlton are for within the next 21 days you may like to take a look at our short notice confirmed booking area, with great discounts on available accommodation. Back to the Top OR scroll down for more

Australian Currency (Money)

Australian Legal Tender Notes: $5 (Pink), $10 (Blue), $20 (Red), $50 (Tan) and $100 (Green) notes. The photo shows the front and back of each note. Australian Legal Tender Coins: There are 5˘, 10˘, 20˘ and *50 cent (silver colour) coins plus 1 and 2 dollar (gold colour) coins. *The 50˘ piece is in the shape of a 12-sided polygon. People unfamiliar with Australian coins may find their sizes confusing compared to their own country's coins.

Lincoln Limousines A 'MUST SEE' is the great range of Limousines and some Stars who've travelled in them. Click here to visit their website. *Appointments are required to view cars or to visit the office. Contact:Chris Cannon (Director). Mobile/Cell: 0408 329 669 or 0412 011 161 Phones: 0500 546600 or (03) 9557-8563. Click Here to email your inquiry.

Learjet Limousine

Masons Chauffeured Limousines Masons Chauffeured Limousines. Ph:(03) 9775 2121. Our 28 foot long, liquid silver colour LTD superstretch limousines are equipped with air-conditioning, the latest stereo plus a CD system and TV, for your viewing and listening pleasure. They also have a centre door for easier entry and exit. Please Click Here to email your inquiry to Masons Chauffeured Limousines.

Lygon Limousines
	Lygon Limousines Managing Director: Graham Unwyn Phone: (03)9773-2788. Lygon Limousine's office is manned 24 hours - 7 days and all their vehicles are equipped with mobile telephones. Their drivers are fully trained and profiled to ensure a high level of courtesy, confidentiality and integrity. Click Here to email your inquiry.

Mintaro Limousines

Mintaro Limos specialise in 6 & 8 seater silver stretch limousines and sedans. We are not a large company but we give you our personal service. The drivers are the owners of the cars and all cars are chauffeur driven. We are available 24 hours 7 days a week. Phone 1300 130131 or Fax 9857 9002. Hiring a limousine is easy & affordable, talk to us today. Note: Baby Seat, Capsules or Booster seats can be provided on request.Visit Mintaro Limousines Here or Telephone: 1300 130 131 Back to the Top OR scroll down for lots more

Some Events
	Festival Locations. Regional Festivals. Experience Melbourne. That’s Melbourne Getting Around, plus Highlights, 'Of Interest' things, Eating Out, Day Trips, Tours, Things to do around Melbourne and Day Trips From Melbourne. Back to the Top OR scroll down for more

Melbourne Airport Tullamarine

Airline Information There are 23 international, 6 domestic plus 6 dedicated freight airlines which operate at Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) You can also view the latest flight information here Airport Security Information: Security remains a top priority at Melbourne Airport. On-site security measures are regularly monitored and the airport continues to meet stringent security standards set by the Federal Government. Please CLICK HERE to read this important Security information. In addition to Federal Police in the terminal building, Melbourne Airport has a Victorian Police unit located on-site. Melbourne Airport was the first airport in Australia to implement a fully automated baggage security system that screens 100 per cent of international outbound checked luggage.

Skybus Super Shuttle plus Mini-Bus Hotel Shuttle Service.

Skybus Super Shuttle plus Mini-Bus Hotel Shuttle Service. Terminals: Melbourne Airport.Skybus Super Shuttle operates from two locations at Melbourne Airport, right outside arrivals at: Terminal T1, serving Qantas Domestic and Jetstar Domestic, plus Terminal T3, serving VirginBlue, Rex, Ozjet and Qantas, Virgin and Jetstar International and all other international flights. What do I need to do when I arrive at Melbourne Airport? You do not need to book the Skybus Hotel Shuttle to get to your hotel. From Melbourne Airport, take the Skybus Super Shuttle to our Melbourne city terminal at Southern Cross Station (in Spencer Street). You can then transfer onto a Skybus Hotel Shuttle mini-bus, which delivers you to your hotel or motel. No booking is required and the mini-buses are available during operating hours.

Hotel Shuttle Bus

Free Hotel Shuttle Service (conditions apply*) Get to your city hotel or motel at no extra cost! As an extra service for Skybus Super Shuttle passengers, Skybus has a fleet of mini-buses to transfer you between our city terminal and your city hotel or motel. *The service is available to all Skybus passengers using one-way or return tickets during hotel shuttle hours of operation (refer below) and subject to availability. We recommend booking pick-ups from hotels the day prior to travel if possible. Mini-Bus Hotel Shuttle Service Operating Times: The Skybus Hotel Shuttle operates during the following hours including public holidays: Monday to Friday: 0600 – 2200 (6am-10pm). Saturday and Sunday: 0730 – 1830. (7:30am-6:30pm) Skybus Hotel Shuttle Departing Melbourne: You need to book to be picked-up by the Skybus Hotel Shuttle for your trip to the airport. Ask your concierge to call Skybus on 9670 7992. (Most hotel concierge’s and receptionist’s will have the Skybus phone number). We recommend that you book your pick-up the day before departure. The Skybus Hotel Shuttle will take you from your hotel to Southern Cross Station (in Spencer Street), where you will board a Skybus Super Shuttle express service to the airport. Skybus will use its best endeavours to provide transfers to all passengers at the nominated time, but reserves the right to offer alternative pick up time or decline transport due to capacity and/or operational requirements.

Mobility & Disabled Access - Shuttle Buses

The new Skybus Super Shuttle is Australia’s first fleet of 100% enhanced mobility impaired access rapid transit vehicles. Equipped with kneel-down suspension, the vehicles are easy to access by mobility-impaired passengers. The Skybus Hotel Shuttle is also mobility enhanced, with wheelchair lifts installed on all Hotel Shuttle mini-buses. We request that you call Skybus on 9670 7992 the day before you travel to confirm if you need wheelchair access on Skybus Hotel Shuttle. You can click here to email us or contact us on the phone numbers listed below. Phone enquiries: (03) 9335 2811 or dial (03) 9335 3066 for recorded information. NOTE: Full details are on the Skybus website

Colonial Tramcar Restaurant

7 Days a Week. The Colonial Tramcar Restaurant offers diners an enjoyable perspective of Melbourne's leafy boulevards and best attractions. The Tramcars are air conditioned and heated. The set charge is fully inclusive of all food and beverages from their fully stocked bar. Each Tramcar has a Maitrč d, Waiter and Chef and seats up to 36 guests. They can also organise a corsage, birthday cake or special cake for your special occasion, please enquire when booking. Special Dietary requirements must be advised no later than 24 hours in advance. To avoid disappointment it is advisable to book well in advance. For Lunch, Early or Late Dinner or your pre/after theatre dinner, Phone Reservations on: (03) 9696 4000. All major credit cards are welcome.

Backpackers Victoria

'Backpackers Victoria' has a multitude of places to stay from hostels with en-suites, internet access and much more, to the very basic. There is also heaps of useful information and things to discover in Victoria on their website Just one of many Backpacker accomodation choices is 'Base Backpackers St Kilda', which is Australia's first designer style backpackers hostel. Chic and new and located in the heart of St Kilda. (not far from the beach) All rooms have air-conditioning, ensuites, heating and personal lockers. Address: 17 Carlisle Street, St Kilda. Victoria. Phone: 03 8598-6200.

Tipping Etiquette in Australia

'Tipping' is not compulsory in Australia, however it is starting to gain popularity as a courtesy for good service, and at this point tourists (or locals) are not frowned upon should they choose not to tip. The trend is catching on more in the larger cities than in smaller towns. Generally, it is left to the person's own discretion, however in cafes and restaurants between 5 and 15% would be considered an average courtesy should you choose to leave a tip. As for taxi-cab drivers, again, while it is not expected, most drivers are very appreciative of those who leave the change.

Hospitals - Emergency Numbers

FOR GENUINE EMERGENCIES ONLY: DIAL '000' (Triple 0) You will be asked which service you need, Ambulance, Police or Fire Brigade. Follow their instructions. Crime Stoppers Freecall phone: 1800 333 000 Click Arrow to Select Hospital The Alfred HospitalRoyal Women's HospitalRoyal Children's HospitalAustin Health HospitalMercy Hospital for WomenPeter MacCallum Cancer InstituteMaps of Hospital Locations St Vincent's Hospital Royal Vic Eye and Ear Hospital .   Back to the Top