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The Formula One Australian Grand Prix is frequently presented with the award for best organised event by the FIA, which means that both on and off the track - this is an event not to be missed.

The 58-lap race takes place in Melbourne in the south of the city. The circuit is set in Albert Park around a huge artificial lake taking in roadways, cricket fields, combining high, medium and low-speed corners, chicanes and several overtaking areas in braking zones.

And while the race action is incredible, the off track scene is just as fantastic.

Melbourne's transformation from a few miles of commuter roads inside this leafy suburb to a 5.3km challenge for some of the biggest names in motor sport is nothing short of spectacular.

The course is celebrated for the smooth texture of the roads and the track is one of the only ones to be surrounded by a lake.

Australia is renowned for its laid-back living but when the F1 Grand Prix descends, speed comes first, the sun never sets and the atmosphere is always electric.

Off track

There's a good reason this Australian city is dubbed Marvellous Melbourne. Typical of all things Australian, Melburnians take most things in their stride.

Their passions lie equally in football, ballet, fashion, restaurants, music and theatre. So, when the engines cool down there's a plethora of things to keep the adrenalin flowing.

Melbourne rests on the 'upside-down' Yarra River and incorporates cosmopolitan, suburban, cultivated and conservative life all in one city.

Visitors are attracted by its shopping, restaurants, nightlife and sporting calendar - with the Grand Prix being the most notable sporting event of the year.

If you want to continue with the adrenalin-fuelled activities then the favourite Australian pastime of surfing is a must.

If you want to avoid water sports, rollerskating along the esplanade in Port Melbourne or cycling along the main Yarra trail, offer a fun alternative.

For a totally unique view of Melbourne take in the unmissable Great Ocean Road. Hire a car and enjoy one of the best scenic drives in the world.

During the drive you'll pass through the Great Ocean Road's three sections; Surf Coast, Green Coast and Shipwreck Coast as well as catching a glimpse of the white sandy beaches, quaint seaside towns and wild koalas.

The road itself was built between 1919 and 1926 by Australian soldiers who had just returned from war. Today it is considered the world's largest and longest war memorial.

A visit to any part of Australia should always include learning something about the Aboriginal history.

The Melbourne Original and Authentic Aboriginal Art gallery specialises in pieces from both newcomers and celebrated and established artists.

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