Observation Deck
The Melbourne Observation Deck opened to the public on 19 July 1994 and is on the 55th floor of the South Tower, at 234 m. Views of up to 60 km can be had on a clear day. It is serviced by two express passenger lifts. However, on 31 December 2009, the observation deck closed to become a restaurant.
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