GALLERY: F1 paddock sets up in Melbourne as preparations get underway for Australian Grand Prix

The start of the 2025 F1 season is nearly upon us, with the Australian Grand Prix set to kick off the campaign this weekend.

And with only days to go until the action begins, preparations are well underway in Melbourne for the first event of the 24-race calendar.

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The paddock has been setting up at the Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit, with freight arriving at the venue to deliver everything that the 10 teams need to go racing.

Check out the gallery above to see all the latest photos as Formula 1 gets ready for the Australian Grand Prix.

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