The details you see are backed by local authority advice on electricity, international standards (IEC), and first-hand accounts from seasoned travellers.
Recommended Travel Adaptor for Melbourne
After testing numerous adaptors during real trips, one stood out. It performed best on safety, value and usability. This is the adaptor we suggest you take.
No adaptor once you’ve landed? Airports and local shops are an option. But nothing beats the peace of mind of having your own ready to use.
Melbourne is often part of a trip that also includes New Zealand and Fiji. It’s worth checking the plug info — the systems are similar, but not identical.
Sockets in Melbourne
The plug types you’ll find in Melbourne are Type I plugs and sockets.
Type I
Type I sockets have two flat angled pins and sometimes a vertical earth pin. UK Type G plugs do not fit into Type I sockets.
Do You Need a Voltage Converter?
In Melbourne there’s no call for a converter, as the voltage is near enough to the UK standard.
Before using your device overseas, check the small print on the voltage label. Anything marked ‘100–240 V, 50/60 Hz’ will run without a converter, which covers most modern electronics.
Top Travel Essentials to Take With You
Sometimes the simplest bits of kit are the most useful. A luggage scale saves your wallet, a power bank saves your battery, and packing cubes save your sanity when you’re digging through your bag. We’ve tested them, and they’ve quickly become our travel staples.
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