On this day, 30 August 1835 John Batman’s party landed on the north bank of the Yarra and established the settlement that would become one of Australia’s great cities.
From a small riverside camp, Melbourne grew into a thriving port, a gold‑rush powerhouse, and eventually a cultural capital known for its architecture, sport, food, and creativity.
Melbourne Day celebrates the moment it all began.
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