This charge is free in emergencies. The Australia postal service is both fast and convenient with many Australia Post retail outlets in most shopping centres. All post offices are open between am and 5pm Monday to Friday. A rate of 45c applies to all standard sized envelopes posted anywhere in Australia. Internet access is available all through Melbourne and surrounding areas.
Most youth hostels have access to email facilities as do most five star hotels.
Transport facilities are excellent all through Melbourne with an extensive bus, rail and tram system running through the metro area. The fares are charged by zones of 1 to 3 zones. Shuttle busses, hire cars and taxis are all available from Tullamarine Airport. It is situated 22 km north-west of the city centre. The Skybus is the most efficient way to get to the city from the airport.