Melbourne's newest landmark to open

Australia's first observation wheel, the Southern Star, is set to open for business in the Docklands' Waterfront City on Friday 28th November.

One of the most exciting new tourism projects in Melbourne, the 120 metre high wheel (equal in height to a 40 storey building) provides a stunning addition to the city skyline with spectacular views over the city, Port Phillip Bay and beyond.

The Southern Star observation wheel features 21 enclosed air-conditioned floor-to-ceiling glass cabins that will showcase views stretching as far as Geelong. Its unique state-of-the-art structure will feature a world-first 3.7 kilometre LED lighting system providing stunning ever-changing displays at night.

Itâs construction used 1,650 tonnes of steel, 38,000 special high tensile bolts and 12,500 metres2 of paint.

The Southern Star is one of the new key highlights of Waterfront City, a new $1 billion development that looks set to become one of the major entertainment and lifestyle precincts in the Docklands area

Located just five minutes from Melbourneâs CBD and easily accessible by car, foot or public transport, Waterfront City will have a wide range of dining and entertainment options, and speciality and lifestyle retailers. A highlight is the new Harbour Town shopping centre, located in an enviable position directly under the Southern Star, this open air shopping precinct offers 41,000 metres2 of exceptional specialty and discount retailers.

For more information go to www.thesouthernstar.com.au 

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