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Infrastructure of Melbourne

Melbourne infrastructure forms the backbone of the development and growth of this capital city of Victoria state in Australia. Public transport, telecommunications, educational and health facilities jointly contribute to the development of Melbourne infrastructure.

Melbourne Public Transport The public transportation system in Melbourne is privatized and comprises trams, trains and buses. The City Circle Tram is the most convenient mode of conveyance in the Central Business District (CBD) of Melbourne. The tram services in Melbourne extend outside the CBD upto the inner suburbs. In some cases, it goes a little farther. The tourist destinations of Port Melbourne and St. Kilda are connected by a light rail service.

Melbourne is served by two railway stations:
  • Southern Cross Station - This station serves trains that travel to all parts of the country
  • Flinders Street Station - This station is the metropolitan rail services terminus in Melbourne
There are also regular bus services within the city of Melbourne, and between Melbourne and other Australian cities. Melbourne Telecommunications The telecommunication network of Melbourne is highly advanced. All important offices are located within 100 meters of a broadband optical fiber network that runs across Melbourne city. Melbourne in Australia is the home of telecommunication giant Telstra. Cellular phones are available on rent for short periods from innumerable stores and major shopping centers for the benefit of travelers.

Melbourne Health and Education facilities Melbourne has an excellent infrastructure of private and government hospitals. St. Vincent's Private Hospital, The Alfred Hospital, Royal Children's Hospital, Royal Women's Hospital and Royal Melbourne Hospital are some of the renowned private hospitals in Melbourne.

Education in Melbourne is extremely developed.. Preschools, primary schools, secondary schools, tertiary educational institutes impart effective and structured courses to its students..

Melbourne infrastructure has helped Melbourne to emerge as the premier cultural, commercial, and sports center of Australia.