The Melbourne International Gateway, colloquially known as The Cheese Stick [1] or Cheesestick, [2] is a giant yellow sculptural work and iconic roadside attraction over the CityLink motorway in the suburb of Parkville of Melbourne, the state capital of Victoria, Australia. [3]
Melbourne International Gateway | |
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Alternative names | The Cheese Stick |
General information | |
Location | Parkville, Melbourne, Australia |
Coordinates | 37°47′00″S144°56′24″E / 37.783249°S 144.939963°E |
Opened | 2000 |
Design and construction | |
Architect(s) | Denton Corker Marshall |
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