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The White Hat Guide to the Royal Exhibition Building
Royal Exhibition Building, Melbourne
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This grand old Victorian dame probably represents Melbourne better than any other building because of the continuous and diverse service it has paid to Melbournians. Erected in 1880 for our first Grand International Exhibition it was built by Nellie Melba’s father. After the exhibitions of 1880 and 1888 it hosted the opening of Federal Parliament, housed our state parliament for twenty-odd years, served as an emergency hospital during the influenza epidemic after World War One, hosted several Olympic sports during the Melbourne Olympic Games and has been the venue for countless exhibitions and trade shows. This wonderful building, unlike some of its more ornate Victorian cousins, is egalitarian and non-judgemental. One week it will be hosting an upmarket society event for the top end of town, and the next week it will be welcoming a throw out sale of remnants and remainders. It does both with equal grace and is a building where Melbournians from all walks of life feel “at home”. 
Purchase a Smartvisit Card for a free tour of this attraction For over a century the Royal Exhibition Building was used for major exhibitions and trade shows. The venue now used for most such events is the Exhibition and Convention Centre in Southbank (known by the locals as Jeff's Shed).
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Better Homes & Gardens Live
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Better Homes and Gardens comes to life, offering live demonstrations and interactive workshops, with the experience structured around food, home, gardening, craft and lifestyle zones.
Enjoy fascinating demonstrations about all things for the home and garden, presented by Tara Dennis, Rob Palmer, Jason Hodges, Graham Ross and ‘Fast’ Ed Halmagyi. |
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10am to 5pm, 24th to 26th February 2012 |
Royal Exhibition Building
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$15 online or $20 at the door |
Enquiries: (02) 9394 2054 |
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