Explore Melbourne

** Let's meet under the clock at Melbourne Central at 5:45 PM. I will be at the meeting point till 6:00 PM for anyone coming late. Since the groups are formed between 5:45 PM and 6:00 PM, it is best to come between this time frame to be allocated to a group. If you are coming after 6:00 PM, you will need to find the group on your own on Level 2 of Melbourne Central. The groups should be sitting mostly near plantation. Meeting Point Photo (5:45 PM to 6:00 PM): http://bit.ly/2U7FRIo ** Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/Melbourne+Central+Big+Clock/@-37.8104183,144.9631362,15z/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x0:0x1745ca13155418e3?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwiXirOr97_hAhWKfysKHYU4BykQ_BIwHHoECAoQCA Our new "Let's Talk In English" event is for anyone who wants to practice English and make new friends from all over the world. Please note that we are not a dating group. Please be respectful to members. This is a Free Event!

Meeting Point: Let's meet in the Corner of Spencer Street and Bourke Street (Station Side - Near the steps) at 6:00 PM and take the vline. Make sure you bring your Myki. Please ensure that it has atleast $14. You will actually need less than this depending on how you have used myki for rest of the day. Camera is optional as I take solo photos for everyone with the Milkyway for free. There are no restaurants in the destination. Please have early dinner or carry takeway food to eat on the train. Meeting Point Photo: https://bit.ly/2SkyVL2 Map: https://www.google.com.au/maps/place/Spencer+St+%26+Bourke+St,+Docklands+VIC+3008/@-37.8171681,144.9534121,20z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x6ad65d4e4c1a2cad:0x5d63752e26275ea0!8m2!3d-37.8171007!4d144.9531805 Cost: A nominal organizer fee of $10/per person will apply. If you are planning to take photos with your SLR/DSLR or Mirrorless camera or GoPro, a organizer fee of $20/per person will apply. This can be paid by cash at the meeting point. Please note that the photos taken during this event may not be used for commercial use without prior approval. The ticket will be only refunded if the event is cancelled or moved. Photo: One solo photo each for everyone with the Milkyway is free. For every additional photo, it is $10 per photo. Location: For the safety of people attending the event and flexibility to change location in the last minute based on weather forecast, the location details will only be shared with people who are at the meeting point. About: The Milky Way Galaxy is one of the most interesting naked eye sights in the night sky. We live under light-polluted skies and to see a glimpse of the Milkyway, we need to travel outside the city. Stay outside in full darkness for a few minutes, then look up. There will be a faint "river" of light crossing the sky. That's the Milky way. Full dark adaptation occurs after 30 minutes of not seeing any source of light, but this is not required for seeing our galaxy. Sample Solo Photos: January - http://bit.ly/2G4RflE February - http://bit.ly/2SmF4Xh March - http://bit.ly/2UBlXcW April (Premium location) - http://bit.ly/2WRIZKp April (Semi-Premium location) - https://bit.ly/2WXGTsv May - June - http://bit.ly/2t2jpoM July - http://bit.ly/2G2ucrD August - (Regional Victoria) - http://bit.ly/2GglvcD September (Regional Victoria) - http://bit.ly/2Snydwy October (Regional Victoria) - http://bit.ly/2Wuw55H November - http://bit.ly/2S2w7mE December - N/A We should get back to Southern Cross Station around 11:15 PM. Important: This group is strictly not for dating. If you are found acting against this policy, you will be removed permanently from our groups. If you wish to report a member, please do send me a message. Please do not spam the event page asking people to meetup before the meeting time or promote other events during the event. Please note that the photos taken during this event may not be used for commercial use without prior approval. This event is only open to people aged 18 and over. This event is not suitable for wheelchair users Liability Waiver: The organizer of this group cannot accept any liability for any loss, damage, injury or accidents to participants or their property on this event. By participating in this event, you're taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being. By joining this event you agree to these terms. Photos: All the photos will be uploaded to our Facebook Group (Explore Melbourne) - https://www.facebook.com/groups/exploremelb and to meetup event page few hours after the event. Please note that the location can change based on weather conditions.

Meeting Point: Let's meet in the Corner of Spencer Street and Bourke Street (Station Side - Near the steps) at 6:00 PM and take the vline. Make sure you bring your Myki. Please ensure that it has atleast $14. You will actually need less than this depending on how you have used myki for rest of the day. Camera is optional as I take solo photos for everyone with the Milkyway for free. There are no restaurants in the destination. Please have early dinner or carry takeway food to eat on the train. Meeting Point Photo: https://bit.ly/2SkyVL2 Map: https://www.google.com.au/maps/place/Spencer+St+%26+Bourke+St,+Docklands+VIC+3008/@-37.8171681,144.9534121,20z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x6ad65d4e4c1a2cad:0x5d63752e26275ea0!8m2!3d-37.8171007!4d144.9531805 Cost: A nominal organizer fee of $10/per person will apply. If you are planning to take photos with your SLR/DSLR or Mirrorless camera or GoPro, a organizer fee of $20/per person will apply. This can be paid by cash at the meeting point. Please note that the photos taken during this event may not be used for commercial use without prior approval. The ticket will be only refunded if the event is cancelled or moved. Photo: One solo photo each for everyone with the Milkyway is free. For every additional photo, it is $10 per photo. Location: For the safety of people attending the event and flexibility to change location in the last minute based on weather forecast, the location details will only be shared with people who are at the meeting point. About: The Milky Way Galaxy is one of the most interesting naked eye sights in the night sky. We live under light-polluted skies and to see a glimpse of the Milkyway, we need to travel outside the city. Stay outside in full darkness for a few minutes, then look up. There will be a faint "river" of light crossing the sky. That's the Milky way. Full dark adaptation occurs after 30 minutes of not seeing any source of light, but this is not required for seeing our galaxy. Sample Solo Photos: January - http://bit.ly/2G4RflE February - http://bit.ly/2SmF4Xh March - http://bit.ly/2UBlXcW April (Premium location) - http://bit.ly/2WRIZKp April (Semi-Premium location) - https://bit.ly/2WXGTsv May - June - http://bit.ly/2t2jpoM July - http://bit.ly/2G2ucrD August - (Regional Victoria) - http://bit.ly/2GglvcD September (Regional Victoria) - http://bit.ly/2Snydwy October (Regional Victoria) - http://bit.ly/2Wuw55H November - http://bit.ly/2S2w7mE December - N/A We should get back to Southern Cross Station around 11:15 PM. Important: This group is strictly not for dating. If you are found acting against this policy, you will be removed permanently from our groups. If you wish to report a member, please do send me a message. Please do not spam the event page asking people to meetup before the meeting time or promote other events during the event. Please note that the photos taken during this event may not be used for commercial use without prior approval. This event is only open to people aged 18 and over. This event is not suitable for wheelchair users Liability Waiver: The organizer of this group cannot accept any liability for any loss, damage, injury or accidents to participants or their property on this event. By participating in this event, you're taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being. By joining this event you agree to these terms. Photos: All the photos will be uploaded to our Facebook Group (Explore Melbourne) - https://www.facebook.com/groups/exploremelb and to meetup event page few hours after the event. Please note that the location can change based on weather conditions.

** Let's meet under the clock at Melbourne Central at 11 AM. We will be taking the train to Upper Ferntree Gully Station (Belgrave Line). Please remember to bring your myki. please make sure you have either myki pass or $6.40 on your myki money. You can also board the train from any station on the route or meet us at Upper Ferntree Gully Station. If you are joining us anywhere other than Melbourne Central, the Organizer fee needs to be paid in advance using the following link: https://www.trybooking.com/BEEVH Meeting Point Photo: https://drive.google.com/file/d/13pDnvhxnNcZRy56Ktuuvdu2-tQg2f93y/view Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/Melbourne+Central+Big+Clock,+Melbourne+Central,+300+Lonsdale+St,+Melbourne+VIC+3000/@-37.8104183,144.9631362,17z/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x6ad642cae5315e75:0x1745ca13155418e3 IMP: - Reasonable level of fitness required for as the climb is steep. Please make sure you don’t skip breakfast. By participating in this event, you're taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being. ** This is a paid event. A nominal fee of $10 per person will apply. This can be paid in cash at the meeting point. If you are not joining us at Melbourne Central, the payment needs to be made in advance using the following link: https://www.trybooking.com/BEEVH Located within the Dandenong Ranges National Park, the 1000 Steps Kokoda Walk is a unique and renowned tourist spot in the Dandenong Ranges. Nicely maintained by rangers, the Kokoda Track is a beautiful walking track with adjacent forested areas, bushlands and various scenic points. You will get a small glimpse into the physical effort experienced by the Australian soldiers during 1942 Length: 3 kilometres Walk Time: 2 hr return Grade: Steep (reasonable level of fitness required) Track: Gravel, Dirt, Stairs The 1000 Steps includes stony steps that lead to the popular One Tree Hill; which starts at the cafe and leads up the top of the mountain. Created in the early 1900s, the 1000 Steps Walk was originally made from the trunks of tree ferns laid along the wetter areas of the track to make the 290 metre ascent somewhat easier. Plaques along the trail depict the lives of the soldiers who fought and died on the real Kokoda Trail in Papua New Guinea, during World War II. Please note that this walk is not suitable for wheelchair users. Appropriate footwear is also a must. Sturdy shoes providing good grip, comfort and protective ankle support is recommended.