Politics Tour 2
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Saturday 21 November and Saturday 28 November (Election Day) , 1pm-2.30pm
A journey through political developments in Melbourne, once the jewel in the crown of the conservative side of politics, now Australia’s most progressive city. Start alongside the likenesses of the four premiers in Treasury Place and finish at Collins Place, site of a defining battle in the quest for development.
Meet: outside Old Treasury Building; on the steps facing Spring Street
Duration: 1.5 hours
Highlights: Monster Petition, Windsor Hotel, Ridgway Place, the old state Liberal Party headquarters
Finish: Collins Place, 45 Collins Street
Disabled access: yes (please advise beforehand)
Steps: none
Cost: $50 per person
Limit: 8 people
Cut-off: 48 hours before tour
Note: you are welcome to do both the Politics 1 and Politics 2 tours.
Meet your guide – Paul Daffey
Paul is a lifelong Melburnian, journalist and storyteller who delights in uncovering the layers of history hiding in plain sight. His tours focus on the human stories and small details that give Melbourne its distinctive character.
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