Explore Melbourne

Secret Gardens - Walk, Talk & Make Friends | Royal Botanic Gardens [Free Event]

Tue, Oct 13 · 17:50 AEDT

Fed Square, Melbourne, VI, AU

Please remember to RSVP for this event on meetup to confirm your spot. Please read the group rules listed below before signing up as any violations can result in removal from the group. If you are bringing friends, please ensure that they RSVP on meetup as well.

Meeting Point: Let's meet infront TimeOut Federation Square at 5:50 PM.
Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/tuLHN1yUwYsXiwHy5

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This is a rain or shine event. Please carry an umbrella if you think it's going to rain.

Walking time: 2 hours
Distance: 6 Kilometres

Our walk will take us through the following locations.

• Queen Victoria Gardens
• Queen Victoria Monument
• Floral Clock
• Equestrian statue of Queen Victoria’s son Edward VII
• Tan Track
• Imposing statue of King George V.
• King’s Domain.
• Shrine of Remembrance
• Observatory Gate
• Observatory Buildings
• Royal Botanic Gardens
• National Herbarium
• Temple of the Winds
• The Grotto
• Yarra River
• Swan Street Bridge
• Alexandra Gardens
• Avenue of Elms
• Riverslide Skate Park

This is a Free Event!

Explore Melbourne is Australia's largest meetup group, with a big social media community too. To keep everyone safe and make sure every event is a good time, we have nine simple rules. Anyone who breaks them is removed from the group, and so far that's 336 people.

❌ Not a dating group. We're here to make friends, not find soulmates, so no flirty business, please!

📵 No phone numbers. Asking for or sharing phone numbers has led to scams, harassment and privacy problems in the past, so anyone who does it will be removed. Swapping social media is fine if you're both happy to, but please don't add people to WhatsApp or other group chats.

🔞18+ only. All our events are for adults aged 18 and over.

📢 No promoting other events or groups.

😅 Give people room. Everyone's here to meet lots of people, so please don't be clingy.

🚗 No carpooling. We've had safety incidents, and our public liability insurance doesn't cover motor vehicle accidents.

💰 No sales pitches. That means no selling, no MLMs, no pyramid schemes and no "life-changing mentorship" offers.

📸 Cameras welcome, but… – please refrain from taking photos of our members for privacy reasons.

😊 A lot of work goes into every event. Please be kind to our organisers. Rudeness towards them won't be tolerated.
By joining this event, you agree to follow these rules. Break them and you'll be removed, just like the 336 people before you. No second chances. Let's keep it fun, friendly and drama-free!

Liability Waiver:
The organizer of this group cannot accept any liability for any loss, damage, injury, or accident to participants or their property at this event. By participating in this event, you're taking responsibility for your safety and well-being. By joining this event, you agree to the liability waiver mentioned here: https://exploremelbourne.au/explore-melbourne-liability-waiver/

Ride Melbourne Star Observation Wheel [Opening Day]

Thu, Oct 15 · 18:45 AEDT

Nando's Waterfront City, Shope GE03, District Docklands Shopping Centre, 1 Star Circus, Docklands VIC 3008, Australia, Docklands, AU

Let's take a ride on the Melbourne Star Observation Wheel.

Please remember to RSVP for this event on meetup to confirm your spot. Please read the group rules listed below before signing up as any violations can result in removal from the group. If you are bringing friends, please ensure that they RSVP on meetup as well.

Important: Please remember to get tickets for Classic Spin - 6 pm to 8 pm timeslot for 15th Oct online (Adult $29.00): https://melbournestar.com.au/tickets-experiences
Since it's the first day of opening, they will likely sell out soon.

Meeting Point: Let's meet infront Nando's Waterfront City at 6:45 PM and walk to Melbourne Star Observation Wheel.
Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/TMFLCeYo2UCANKK3A

Rise 120 metres above Melbourne on the tallest observation wheel in the Southern Hemisphere. Settle into a spacious shared cabin for a 30-minute flight over the city, with sweeping daytime views in every direction.

Please follow us on Social Media for photos, videos & updates:
YouTube | Facebook Page | Facebook Group | Instagram | TikTok | ExploreMelbourne.AU

Explore Melbourne is Australia's largest meetup group, with a big social media community too. To keep everyone safe and make sure every event is a good time, we have nine simple rules. Anyone who breaks them is removed from the group, and so far that's 336 people.

❌ Not a dating group. We're here to make friends, not find soulmates, so no flirty business, please!

📵 No phone numbers. Asking for or sharing phone numbers has led to scams, harassment and privacy problems in the past, so anyone who does it will be removed. Swapping social media is fine if you're both happy to, but please don't add people to WhatsApp or other group chats.

🔞18+ only. All our events are for adults aged 18 and over.

📢 No promoting other events or groups.

😅 Give people room. Everyone's here to meet lots of people, so please don't be clingy.

🚗 No carpooling. We've had safety incidents, and our public liability insurance doesn't cover motor vehicle accidents.

💰 No sales pitches. That means no selling, no MLMs, no pyramid schemes and no "life-changing mentorship" offers.

📸 Cameras welcome, but… – please refrain from taking photos of our members for privacy reasons.

😊 A lot of work goes into every event. Please be kind to our organisers. Rudeness towards them won't be tolerated.
By joining this event, you agree to follow these rules. Break them and you'll be removed, just like the 336 people before you. No second chances. Let's keep it fun, friendly and drama-free!

Liability Waiver:
The organizer of this group cannot accept any liability for any loss, damage, injury, or accident to participants or their property at this event. By participating in this event, you're taking responsibility for your safety and well-being. By joining this event, you agree to the liability waiver mentioned here: https://exploremelbourne.au/explore-melbourne-liability-waiver/

Spectacular Grampians - Grand Canyon, Pinnacle Lookout, Boroka Lookout &more!

Sat, Oct 17 · 08:45 AEDT

Federation Square Bus & Coach Pickup Drop-off Zone, Russell Ct, Melbourne, VI, AU

We are heading to Grampians National Park, one of the most incredible places in Victoria to lose yourself in nature for a while. We will book a bus with a driver. Our events are only open to people aged 18 years and older.

Please follow these two steps to confirm your spot:

Step 1: Please RSVP to this event on meetup.

Step 2: Please buy the bus ticket via Trybooking ($99 - Early Bird, $119 - Regular):
https://www.trybooking.com/DPXUZ

Payments are managed through Trybooking and not Meetup. You will see an "Unpaid" status on your RSVP. The only thing you need is the Trybooking ticket which you will receive by email. I will manually update the meetup payment status closer to the event date.

Trybooking payments are non-refundable. There is no option to transfer the ticket to a new date. Trybooking payments will be refunded only if the event is cancelled or moved to a new date.

If you are a digital creator or youtuber, please message the organizer before buying the ticket.

Meeting Point: Let's meet in the Corner of Russell and Flinders Street (Federation Square Bus stop) at 8:45 AM. We should be back at Federation Square Bus Stop around 9 pm.

Map: https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=-37.817028%2C%20144.97006

This is a rain or shine event.

Cost:

Bus Ticket:

$99 - Early Bird
$119 - Regular

Lunch: Varies (depends on what you buy at Halls Gap).

Tentative list of locations we will be visiting:

Tentative list of locations we will be visiting:

Halls Gap: Stop at Halls Gap for a lunch break (own expense). If you are lucky, The Halls Gap Recreation Reserve is a fantastic place to see Kangaroos in the Grampians.
🕒30 mins

Boroka Lookout: Picturesque views of mountain ranges, lakes & plains. (Please stay within the safety barriers for your own safety. In the news: https://bit.ly/3o3MvAI )
🕒15 mins | 1-2 mins walk

Reed Lookout: From the summit of Reed Lookout you will enjoy stunning views over the entire Victoria Valley, Victoria Range, Serra Range, Lake Wartook, and the Mt Difficult Range on a clear day. (Not much walking involved)
🕒15 mins | 1-2 mins walk

Pinnacles Lookout: The Pinnacle is the Grampians’ most iconic lookout — and for good reason. The sweeping views are nothing short of spectacular, making it one of the most breath-taking vantage points in the entire Grampians National Park.
4.2km return hike | 🕒2 hours

Grand Canyon - Climb your way through a stunning gorge beneath towering rock walls on this short but challenging hike. Take a moment to pause, listen to the gentle stream, and soak in the natural echoes all around you. It's short strenuous walk up and the downhill coming back.
🕒45 mins

Please follow us on Social Media for photos, videos & updates:

YouTube | Facebook Page | Facebook Group | Instagram | TikTok | ExploreMelbourne.AU

Explore Melbourne is Australia's largest meetup group, with a big social media community too. To keep everyone safe and make sure every event is a good time, we have nine simple rules. Anyone who breaks them is removed from the group, and so far that's 336 people.

❌ Not a dating group. We're here to make friends, not find soulmates, so no flirty business, please!

📵 No phone numbers. Asking for or sharing phone numbers has led to scams, harassment and privacy problems in the past, so anyone who does it will be removed. Swapping social media is fine if you're both happy to, but please don't add people to WhatsApp or other group chats.

🔞18+ only. All our events are for adults aged 18 and over.

📢 No promoting other events or groups.

😅 Give people room. Everyone's here to meet lots of people, so please don't be clingy.

🚗 No carpooling. We've had safety incidents, and our public liability insurance doesn't cover motor vehicle accidents.

💰 No sales pitches. That means no selling, no MLMs, no pyramid schemes and no "life-changing mentorship" offers.

📸 Cameras welcome, but… – please refrain from taking photos of our members for privacy reasons.

😊 A lot of work goes into every event. Please be kind to our organisers. Rudeness towards them won't be tolerated.

By joining this event, you agree to follow these rules. Break them and you'll be removed, just like the 336 people before you. No second chances. Let's keep it fun, friendly and drama-free!

Liability Waiver:
The organizer of this group cannot accept any liability for any loss, damage, injury, or accident to participants or their property at this event. By participating in this event, you're taking responsibility for your safety and well-being. By joining this event, you agree to the liability waiver mentioned here: https://exploremelbourne.au/explore-melbourne-liability-waiver/

Day Trip to the Spectacular Pink Lake of Victoria in Dimboola [Once a Year]

Sat, Nov 14 · 08:50 AEDT

Federation Square Bus & Coach Pickup Drop-off Zone, Russell Ct, Melbourne, VI, AU

We will be heading to Victoria's spectacular pink lake in Dimboola (Nearly 350km away from Melbourne). We will be hiring a bus with a driver. If you plan on going into the lake, please bring gumboots knee high. These can be purchased from Kmart or Anaconda or other stores. We will book a 24 seater bus with a driver.

Please follow these two steps to confirm your spot:

Step 1: Please RSVP to this event on meetup.

Step 2: Please book the tickets via Trybooking (Early Bird - $99, Regular - $119): https://www.trybooking.com/DPXUY

Payments are managed through Trybooking and not Meetup. You will see an "Unpaid" status on your RSVP. The only thing you need is the Trybooking ticket which you will receive by email. You do not have to message me for the same. I will manually update the meetup payment status closer to the event date if the names on Trybooking and Meetup are the same.

Trybooking payments are non-refundable. There is no option to transfer the ticket to a new date. Trybooking payments will be refunded only if the event is cancelled or moved to a new date.

Meeting Point: Let's meet in the Corner of Russell and Flinders Street (Federation Square Bus Loop) at 8:50 AM. We will depart at 9 AM sharp. It's going to be a very long time. Please be on time. We should be back to city around 9 pm.

This is a rain-or-shine event.

Cost:
Bus Ticket (including organizer fee, bus with driver): $99 - Early Bird, $119 - Regular

Locations/Stops:

Beaufort - 15 mins
🚻

Horsham - 30 mins
Time for lunch 🚻

Pink Lake Dimboola: Situated six kilometres north-west of Dimboola along the Western Highway, the Pink Lake gets its vibrant colour from a salt tolerant alga living in the salt crust. The lake's colour varies throughout the seasons and is generally most striking after rain events.
🕒2 hours 🚻

Ararat: 30 mins
Dinner Break🚻

Loyalty Card Stamps for this event:

If you are not using a discount code: 1
If you are using a discount code: 0

Please follow us on Social Media for photos, videos & updates:

YouTube | Facebook Page | Facebook Group | Instagram | TikTok | ExploreMelbourne.AU

Please follow us on Social Media for photos, videos & updates:

YouTube | Facebook Page | Facebook Group | Instagram | TikTok | ExploreMelbourne.AU

Explore Melbourne is Australia's largest meetup group, with a big social media community too. To keep everyone safe and make sure every event is a good time, we have nine simple rules. Anyone who breaks them is removed from the group, and so far that's 336 people.

❌ Not a dating group. We're here to make friends, not find soulmates, so no flirty business, please!

📵 No phone numbers. Asking for or sharing phone numbers has led to scams, harassment and privacy problems in the past, so anyone who does it will be removed. Swapping social media is fine if you're both happy to, but please don't add people to WhatsApp or other group chats.

🔞18+ only. All our events are for adults aged 18 and over.

📢 No promoting other events or groups.

😅 Give people room. Everyone's here to meet lots of people, so please don't be clingy.

🚗 No carpooling. We've had safety incidents, and our public liability insurance doesn't cover motor vehicle accidents.

💰 No sales pitches. That means no selling, no MLMs, no pyramid schemes and no "life-changing mentorship" offers.

📸 Cameras welcome, but… – please refrain from taking photos of our members for privacy reasons.

😊 A lot of work goes into every event. Please be kind to our organisers. Rudeness towards them won't be tolerated.

By joining this event, you agree to follow these rules. Break them and you'll be removed, just like the 336 people before you. No second chances. Let's keep it fun, friendly and drama-free!

Liability Waiver:
The organizer of this group cannot accept any liability for any loss, damage, injury, or accident to participants or their property at this event. By participating in this event, you're taking responsibility for your safety and well-being. By joining this event, you agree to the liability waiver mentioned here: https://exploremelbourne.au/explore-melbourne-liability-waiver/