Melbourne & surrounding areas

[Chocolaty Claire]

Hi guys

Its been a few months since ive posted on these boards, so hiya and boy its great to be back

Just to recap I cancelled a trip of a lifetime due to illness a few months ago and in order to regain my confidence about backpacking I will soon be booking a mini-trip over to Thailand and Melbourne.. yey cant wait!!

I have decided upon about 2 weeks in Thailand as well as as just over 2 weeks living with friends in Melbourne over xmas and new year.

Ive just started reseraching things to do in Melbourne & the surrounding areas, can anybody recommend any must see attractions or day trips??? I'm into anything, nature, sports, culture, food etc

Cheers