Beach and Water Safety

Summer in Victoria is great for swimming and enjoying the beach! Before you dive into Victoria’s stunning beaches and waterways this summer, it’s important to keep safety tips in mind.

Stay informed about fire risk this summer

Leave Early when the Fire Danger Rating is Extreme or Catastrophic. Download the VicEmergency app and check the Fire Danger Rating daily.

Melbourne is Australia's best city for arts and culture!

Melbourne proudly holds the title of Australia's #1 city for arts and culture! It has firmly secured this position by claiming the tenth spot globally in Time Out's most recent rankings for cultural experiences.

2024 QS World University Rankings: Sustainability

Showcasing the outstanding sustainability achievements of higher educational institutions in Victoria, with the University of Melbourne securing the impressive #9 rank and Monash University close behind at #23 among the top 25 institutions worldwide.

Melbourne is Australia's Best Student City

Melbourne, a vibrant and diverse city, has been recognised as Australia's Best Student City and is one of the top student cities globally in the QS Best Student Cities Ranking for 2024.

Melbourne is home to Australia’s highest ranked university – The University of Melbourne!

According to the 2024 QS World University Rankings, Australia has 3 universities in the world’s top 20, with the University of Melbourne leading the way at #14. This is the highest place any Australian university has achieved since the rankings began!

Melbourne, Australia’s most liveable city!

Melbourne’s not only Australia’s most liveable city, but is now the 3rd most liveable city in the world! Melbourne has moved up seven ranks on this year’s Economist Intelligence Unit’s Global Liveability Index 2023.

Extended post-study work rights

From 1 July 2023, international higher education graduates with eligible qualifications will be granted an extra two years of post-study work rights. The allowable work hours cap for international students will also be increased from 40 hours to 48 hours per fortnight effective 1 July 2021.

Study Melbourne Ambassador Program 2023

The 2023 Study Melbourne Ambassador program offers a chance to grow your network and develop valuable leadership and marketing skills.

Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2023

The Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2023 have just been released and Victoria now boasts two universities in the top 50!