The Melbourne Walk and Shoot Group

Join us for the Women Photographers Exhibition held at the National Gallery Victoria, St Kilda Road.This ticketed exhibition is $25 adult entry.
We will meet up for lunch in the Southbank Foodcourt and then hit the city streets for street photography!

Discover Maldon, a historically rich town that sprang up out of the Goldfields in the 1850s. This well preserved town has buildings, gold diggings, and historical areas to explore, plus the beautifully preserved railway station and the option of taking a steam train ride return Maldon to Castlemaine.

We will begin with at 9.30 am with a look around the township, then an early brunch before heading over to the train station. Travel on the train is completely optional, those options not to go can go on an alternative walk, or choose to relax in town.

SCHEDULE:
Meeting Point
9.30am
Meet up at Maldon Visitor Info Centre, 93 High Street Maldon. Walk around town along Main St.

Meeting Point 2
10.30-11.30am
Cafe Maldon, 52 Main Street, Maldon
Can choose to have breakfast foods, ie porridge, eggs, bagels or lunch foods ie toasties, sandwiches, burgers as both will be served. Cafe has veg, vegan and gluten free options available . This brunch is optional .

11.30 -12.30pm
Walk over to Maldon train station as a group, check out station and steam train .

12.30 -2.45 pm
Train travellers
Train departs Maldon 12.45 pm, 45 minutes travel to Castlemaine, stay Castlemaine 30 minutes, return journey to Maldon.
OR
12.30 - 2.30
Walker's
Depart train station, do easy walk and return to train station
OR
12.30-2.30
Free time
Those that don't wish to do train trip or walk are free to explore town, grab something to eat etc. return to station by 2.45pm

3pm-4pm
Meeting Point 3 : Maldon Train Station
Walk around town, explore Historic buildings.

4- 5pm
Option to drive to Maldon Cemetary, 80 Maldon Shelburne Road.

The Goldfields train travels return Maldon - Castlemaine and is 2 hours duration. General train tickets are $52 adults, $47 concession and there is a first class option available.

Due to the event working around the steam train timetable, please be aware that only the brunch will be organised as an event group meal, and eating options may be very limited after 3pm . It's definitely advisable if you are planning train travel or the small walk to either bring extra food/ drink to this event or purchase some take away or snack options to cover the afternoon prior to 12noon, there is also small supermarket in town.

Just remember - brunch is optional and train ride is also entirely optional!

Join us for a day trip to explore a vibrant contemporary regional centre, boasting beautiful buildings built during Victoria's great gold rush.

Draft Schedule:

10:00 am Central Deborah Gold Mine (76 Violet St, Bendigo)
11.30 am Poppet Head Lookout, Rosalind Park, Conservatory Gardens (All in the same Area)
12:30 am Lunch Old Boundary Hotel
2:00 pm Tram Museum
3:00 pm Bendigo Pottery
4:00 pm Bendigo Botanic Gardens
5:00 pm Event Concludes

Disclaimer & Waiver of Liability
By attending this photography meetup, you acknowledge and agree to the following:
• Participation is voluntary and at your own risk.
• The organisers, hosts, and affiliated parties are not liable for any personal injury, property damage, loss, or theft that may occur during or as a result of this event.
• You agree to hold harmless the organisers from any claims, liabilities, or expenses arising from your participation.
• Attendees are responsible for their own equipment, belongings, and conduct throughout the event.
• Photography activities may involve public spaces, varied terrain, or interaction with others; you are responsible for exercising caution and respecting local laws, regulations, and private property.
• Any advice, demonstrations, or recommendations provided during the meetup are for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional instruction.
• By joining, you consent to being in a public setting where photos or recordings may occur, and you release organisers from any claims related to such media use.