Melbourne

mel'burn, the capital of Victoria and the metropolis of Australia. It is situated on a fine harbor. With its suburbs it has a population of over half a million. Though not settled until 1835 it is one of the best built cities in the world. It is noted for its fine parks. It is one of the most important manufacturing cities in the southern hemisphere. The exports are chiefly gold, wool, and hides. The city was named for Lord Melbourne, prime minister of England when Queen Victoria came to the throne.