Sports events
Barely a month goes by when there is not a major sporting event in Victoria. From horse racing to motor sports to tennis to surfing and, not forgetting, Australian Football League (AFL), Victoria’s enviable range of sporting activities will keep even the most discerning fan entertained.
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From March to September, Australian Rules Football (AFL) teams fight it out to qualify for the final series.
Where: Various venues
When: 3–25 September 2010
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This cycling event is second only to the legendary Tour de France in terms of importance and prestige in international cycling.
Where: Various venues, Melbourne and Geelong
When: 29 September – 3 October 2010
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For 6 huge weeks Victoria comes alive with the power of the world's champion thoroughbreds.
Where: Various venues
When: 29 September – 17 November 2010
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See the world's best riders in three Grand Prix classes compete in this exciting three-day event on Phillip Island.
Where: Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit
When: 15–17 October 2010
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Experience the unparalleled celebration of racing, style, fashion and glamour at Flemington, and see the race that brings the country to a standstill.
Where:Flemington Racecourse
When: 30 October – 6 November 2010
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See some of the world's best golfers take to the fairways in this prestigious event.
Where: The Victoria Golf Club, Cheltenham
When: 9–14 November 2010
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A unique event showcasing the entire world of horses – competition, education, exhibition and entertainment.
Where: Melbourne Showgrounds
When: 18–21 November 2010
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More than 160,000 passionate cricket fans attend the Melbourne Cricket Ground for the biggest Test Match in the world.
Where: MCG (Melbourne Cricket Ground)
When: 26–30 December 2010
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The cream of international tennis congregates at Melbourne Park for the first Grand Slam of the year.
Where: Melbourne Park
When: 17–30 January 2011
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See yachts set sail and celebrate all things nautical at Australia's largest sailing regatta.
Where: Eastern Beach, Geelong
When: 20–26 January 2011
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Experience the high powered thrills of a spectacular airshow. The flying action is so close you'll feel like you are in the pilot's seat.
Where: Avalon Airport
When: 4–6 March 2011
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Each year the world's top ranked surf riders carve up the waves on Victoria's surf coast at Bells Beach.
Where: Bells Beach, Torquay
When: 30 March – 10 April 2010 (2011 TBC)
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Experience one of the world's most famous and prestigious footraces, hosted over the Easter weekend.
Where: Stawell, The Grampians
When: 22–26 April 2011 (TBC)
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The fun and excitement of steeplechasing comes to the seaside town of Warrnambool.
Where: Warrnambool Racing Club
When: 4–6 May 2010 (2011 TBC)
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