http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/ Welcome to Been there. Your tips on the places you know - that you love, live in or have just visited - are what make this guide. http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/10610 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/10610 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/9970 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/9970 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/9969 THE Ashes test match to attend is the one traditionally starting on Boxing Day at the 'G'. The MCG is the Australian home of Test cricket and the Boxing Day Test match has been there for more than 50 years.

However, this is more than just a cricket match, it's a sporting and cultural event Melbourne is proud to showcase to the world. There is something for everyone if cricket isn't your thing such as: Family Day, KidsZone, Merv's Walk to the G, Ladies Day...so go to the G on Boxing Day.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/9969 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/9932 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/9932 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/4699
The tour provides an impressive insight into the history and facilities of the stadium, as well as getting the chance to have a walk on the ground itself. You will find yourself imagining the place full with 100,000 people for the traditional Boxing Day Test.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/4699 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/2930 Don Bradman said it best about Brockton Point ground: "In my opinion, the Brockton Point ground is the prettiest upon which it has been my pleasure to play. It is a really magnificent setting."

If only all cricket could be played in places like this. Harbour, mountains, forest. Bella, bella, bella. Whites on green. Relax after a day of sightseeing.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/2930