Sunny Melbourne

It was nice to break the rubbish NZ weather for a few days in Melbourne - can't believe it's been 5 years! I think I've spent too much time in Sydney.

Sadly, a poor flight across courtesy of Air NZ code-sharing with VA (sigh, why) - for the first time I actually complained in writing to the airline.

Anyway, the weather was lovely in Melbourne with constant sunshine in the 20's and we had a lovely view from the hotel across the Yarra River. Basically walked the town until we got tired then jumped on the tram for more toddling around. It is a lovely city, more laid-back than Sydney, and an excellent break was had by all. Food highlights included La Camera, Left Bank and Queen Victoria Market. Also enjoyed popping up to the University of Melbourne where I will be spending quite of lot of time in the future!

Some highlights...

Along the Yarra River

And around Melbourne...

Carlton

Where the Batphone rings to

Chinatown entry

The Royal Exhibition Building

Parliament

Where the minger's come from (St Michael's)

Out at St Kilda Beach

The Rose