S$=AUD roughly about the same, S$ might be a bit stronger by year end. Cost of living (except for cars and housing) is higher in Melbourne. A simple meal will easily cost you $8 upwards, even economy rice. A cup of coffee average $3.50, whether its a cappuccino or long black. You'll never be able to get a plate of chicken rice for $1-$2 like you still can in Singapore. If you're adventurous with food, there's a huge variety to try, and you can safely allocate $30-$40 per meal depending on what you like. Hotels can be quite expensive too, but there are plenty of short stay apartments available at websites like Airbnb, Stayz, Homeaway etc.

Pick your hotel and book it, then you'll at least have that out of the way. The previous post gives some good basic indications of food prices. Lots of Asian eateries in the Melbourne CBD, though I suggest trying something more "local" on occasion too. Many pubs have midweek specials on lunch and dinner. Try a nice aussie steak with chips and salad, or a chicken parmigiana!

Public transport will cost you no more than $7.80 per day on weekdays or $6 per day on weekends, plus the initial $6 cost to buy a stored value "Myki" card which is used to pay for all public transport.

I think you should still do some research on what else you'd like to see in Melbourne apart from the concert. It would be a shame to feel afterwards that you wasted your time and missed out on seeing some interesting places & nice spots.

Coldplay are playing at Etihad Stadium, located at the Docklands. For accommodation, I would suggest any where in either the city center (CBD) or Southbank. Both areas are within walking distance of the Docklands or a short (free) tram ride away. We have no idea how much you are willing to spend on accommodation, so you should let us know that. As for spending money daily, that really depends on your tastes. You can eat for just a few dollars a day or very lavishly. If you have a daily budget, then just ensure you stick to it. There are plenty of supermarkets around the city where you can buy food on the go, if that's what you want.

Accommodation www.venere.com

www.visitmelbourne.com

There are lots of different style accommodations you can stay in. There are a number of great hotels that cost between $150 - $300 per night. Start looking on some of the accommodation booking web sites. These are two that I use a lot and they have a great choice of places to stay at. Make your booking soon as December is a busy time for tourists and you do not want to miss out on getting good accommodation. Wishing you all the best. Have a wonderful holiday here.

www.booking.com

https://au.hotels.com

PLEASE do me a favor and ask coldplay if they are doing a tour in Singapore. I am so in awe of you :,) Coldplay is a legend!!!!

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