The Australian Grand Prix was first held in 1928, but it was not a part of the Formula One World Championships until 1985. The event takes place at the Melbourne Grand Prix Circuit and is a 58 laps-event which makes the length of the race 191.110 miles. http://www.altiusdirectory.com/Sports/australian-grand-prix-racing-categories.html
The Australian Grand Prix 2010 will take place between March 25 and March 28, 2010.http://www.visitvictoria.com/displayobject.cfm/objectid.0007D3DC-C20F-1EB9-B70C80C476A90000/
Background
The Melbourne Grand Prix Circuit is situated in Albert Park, south of the city of Melbourne. Albert Park is a park which is grounded around an artificial lake. http://www.f1-grand-prix-australia.com/
