About the Games

Melbourne is a city with a worldwide reputation for its fanatical following of sport, and a long history of staging major sporting events.

Read about the history of the Commonwealth Games since its inception in Hamilton, Canada in 1930 to the present day.

All the information you need to know about the previous Commonwealth Games host cities.

All 71 Commonwealth nations will compete in the Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Games.

The Organising Committee is led by a Board of Directors representing the interests of both government and Games organisations.

The Athletes' Village is located on a 20ha site in the prestigious inner suburb of Parkville.

The Games proudly acknowledges our Funding Partners who work alongside to deliver a successful event.

Learn more about protection of Commonwealth Games intellectual property.

Your local CGA will have information on how you can apply for tickets to the Games.

The CGF and Melbourne 2006 is committed to delivering a comprehensive anti-doping program for the Games.

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See you at Delhi 2010

After eleven fun packed days, Melbourne 2006 is now over and all thoughts turn to the next Games - Delhi 2010. Nameste! See you in Delhi 2010! Swagatam!
Revisit the Incredible India Closing Ceremony gallery.

Experience Melbourne

Events, arts, food and wine... there's more to Melbourne than meets the eye.
Find out more about Melbourne.

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