Bike Night

**Overview**: A mixed road + shared trail ride of 100 km, starting and finishing at Brighton Beach station. Cafe stops at East Service Centre and Mt Eliza. Drinks at Brighton Beach pub after ride. **Capacity**: Twelve (12) attendees only. *If you are unable to attend for any reason, immediately change your status to NO to permit someone on the waitlist to join. If you have an urgent issue on the morning of the ride, inform Andrew by call or text*. **Speed**: 25-30 kmh (*typical speed on the flat in a group. Not overall average pace*). **Bike**: Road or gravel bike (*with bright flashing front and rear lights for use on road*). **Forecast**: *predicted fine day.* http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/forecasts/melbourne.shtml **Bring**: Two full bidons, spare tube / tools, phone (*with my number*), gilet or spray jacket, money (*or lunch*), sunscreen, (currently no need for a Myki card). **Breaks**: lunch in Mt Eliza. Early exit if needed, via any train station between Frankston - Mordialloc. **Route**: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45272488 **Getting there**: meet before 09:00 at Lou's Cafe & Bakery, on the corner of Station Walk and South Road, next to Brighton Beach station. Car parking in front of station. Trains leave from Platform 13, Flinders Street Station (*or board at Richmond, South Yarra, or any other station on the Sandringham line*). **Route**: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/48814895 **Contact:** Andrew Morse 0403 079 688 **Safety**: \* ***All riders are responsible for their own individual health and safety*** \* Melbourne Cycling does not take ANY responsibility for injuries, accidents or damage which may occur on a Melbourne Cycling ride. Please always be hyper-vigilant and obey all traffic signs, lights & rules.

Hi, Join us for a casual ride out of Murrumbeena station heading up to Fairfield via the Anniversary Trail and back on the Yarra Trail and Gardiners Creek Trail! We will pass by Fairfield Boathouse @ \ ~18km where we can stop for refreshments! If it appears too busy, there are plenty of other potential stop's on the route (ie several cafes near Abbotsford convent circa 21km) Distance is getting up there with a small amount of climbing (330m) so have kept it as a beginner+ ride See the RWGPS map here: [https://ridewithgps.com/routes/54939162](https://ridewithgps.com/routes/54939162) We will kick off from Murrumbeena Railway Station (northern carpark between railway line and Neerim Road) @ 9.00am. I'll be on a black Giant gravel bike. See pin here: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/8vaezhRfEy2bktXXA](https://maps.app.goo.gl/8vaezhRfEy2bktXXA) **There is a train from the CBD that arrives at 8.51am (departs Town Hall 8.27am Pakenham line) providing there are no disruptions nearer the time!** At the moment the forecast looks TBC Hopefully see you all there for a lovely morning out! **YOUR BIKE** Suitable for any well maintained bike (100% paved) **Note: End time is a guesstimate only** **ESSENTIAL ITEMS** Spare tube, puncture kit, pump, basic tools - good to have with you. Rain & warm gear (according to conditions) Plenty of water for the distance especially if it's going to be hot! Always better to have too much than enough! Check your app for any changes the night before, and on the day of the ride, as the ride may be cancelled in the event of extreme weather or other unforeseen circumstances. **If you realise you cannot make it to the ride please change your RSVP to 'NO' immediately even if you are still on the Waitlist.** "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 this liability waiver." Please just ride with some courtesy, use your bell/call out when required passing people, single file on narrow sections, blind corners etc just common sense.

**Board Game Night (Beginner Friendly, Social & Structured)** Meet new people at our host led boardgame night, sit down, learn a game, and start playing within minutes. **Who this is for** - People who work a 9–5 and want to meet people after work or on the weekends doing something fun. - You want something social and structured - You want attend a host guided boardgame night. **The Event** This is a hosted board game night. You don’t need to know any games. We teach everything. provide name tags, and games. Most people are new and come alone. **Small groups (limited spots)** Tables of 4–8 people Usually 30 total spots If you see a spot you can make, take it. They fill. **What happens when you arrive** You don’t need to bring anything You’ll be seated shortly after you arrive A host will guide your table You won’t be left standing around. **Types of games** We run two kinds of games: *1) Social games 🟦* Easy to learn Good for conversation Great for bigger groups *2) Intermediate games 🟥* Strategy games that take at least 1 hour. Many Beginner friendly, but more complex. Recommended for people already in the hobby. Game hosts have some knowledge in both categories, and will spend the first part of the night empowering the social games going, and spend the second half floating or running intermediate Games. **What to expect** Friendly people Small to medium sized groups Clear structure Easy start, even if you are new-You’ll be playing quickly. **Attendance polic** Cancel early if you can’t make i No-shows or late cancels get kicke **Donation** We take donations to support the event and our host, so we can continue running this event to a high standard **Questions?** Message Anna on meetup - check the Meetup event to see the Hosts you can contact **List of banned gam** Monopoly (any version

**🙋‍♀️**Welcome to FREE FRIDAY Social + language ​exchange meetup. Meet people from many countries and make new friends. 👉We always have MANY people attending our Friday event since this event is listed in 3 different meetup groups. Some people come early some come late, best time is between 6:30pm to 9:30pm. 👉This is a great opportunity to learn to speak English with native and non-native speakers. Many English speakers, Europeans, Chinese, Japanese, Koreans, and other Asians attend our fun and friendly party. 👉It is suitable for international students, working holiday people, professional ex-pats, and local Australians.

Join party-people from around the globe and discover Melbourne's best bars, lounges, and clubs including a famous rooftop bar/club with amazing city views, a truly wild "underground" nightclub, and a premiere Melbourne ultra-club featuring top DJ’s from around the world -all with exclusive free VIP entry. Enjoy no entry fees, no queues, free shots and exclusive “pub crawl only” drink deals @ every bar! https://pubcrawlmelb.com.au https://www.eventbrite.com/e/melbourne-cbd-pub-crawl-tickets-45461115420

**🔥 MELBOURNE'S NO.1 BAR CRAWL! 🔥** Want an epic night out for just **$20**? Here’s what you need to do: 1\. Click "**Attending**" on the Meetup event 2\. Pre\-book your ticket at [ontherocksbarcrawl.com](ontherocksbarcrawl.com/melbourne/book-now) – Use promo code “**MEETUP26**” on an '**Online Saver**' ticket for $10 off your ticket price! 3\. ARRIVE **BEFORE 18:30** (strict cutoff – no exceptions!) ⏳ Miss any of these steps? It’s **more expensive** on the door! If you're late, your discounted ticket won’t be valid. **WHATS INCLUDED?** 🍹 **3** **Free Shots** 🍸 **1 Free Drink at the last venue** 🚀 **VIP** fast-track entry to **4 top** **venues** 🕺 **Free** pass to the best **nightclubs** at the end of the night 👫 Fun games and friendly guides throughout the night We’re officially TripAdvisor’s #1 nightlife experience in Brighton (UK), Barcelona, and now Melbourne! **ARRIVAL INFORMATION:** 📍 Wax Music Lounge, 250 Flinders St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia 🕢 Arrive BEFORE start time (18:30) **💡 IMPORTANT INFO:** 🔞 18+ only – bring a valid Driving Licence or Passport (other IDs may not be accepted) 💬 Contact +61 436 399 434 if you have any issues! 🚫 Due to previous negative experiences, we do not allow stag/hen dos or same-sex groups of 9+ on our public crawls. (Private bookings available – email enquiries to info@ontherocksbarcrawl.com) **🔥 DON’T MISS OUT – BOOK YOUR $20 TICKET [HERE](ontherocksbarcrawl.com/melbourne/book-now) NOW! 🎉**

**Join your local guides on the best pub crawl in Melbourne!** Meet at WAX Music Lounge on 250 Flinders St, and explore the best, most well-known venues with people from all over the world. With **4 free 'welcome shots'** upon entry to each bar followed by exclusive drink deals at each, you'll see just why Melbourne is known as the nightlife capital of Australia! Experience a range of Melbourne's most famous bars & pubs throughout the night, with **free entry** for all, and reduced entry/recommendations at the end of the event to keep your night going strong! Play games, **win prizes** and mingle with locals, travelers & everything in between on the most sought-after event in Melbourne! * **4 FREE SHOTS** * **4 BARS ALL WITH FREE SKIP-THE-LINE ENTRY** * **PLENTY OF GAMES AND PRIZES TO BE WON** * **UNLIMITED MEMORIES & CHANCES TO MAKE FRIENDS IN THE CULTURAL CAPITAL OF AUSTRALIA!** Starting at 5:30PM at WAX Music Lounge on 250 Flinders St, you will receive your skip-the-line wristband, free welcome shot and mingle with other attendees before we introduce our games and prizes to be won throughout the evening. We then mix it up weekly, visiting some of Melbourne's most iconic and well-known bars with your pub crawl crew who have lived and breathed the city for most of their lives. **Make sure to lock in your spot ASAP as tickets often sell out!**

A social run following a mystery trail of chalk and flour from beer back to beer. Runners and walkers welcome. Run: 7-9Km. Walk: 3-4Km. Hare: Klingon Location: Exford Hotel

A bike ride of about 56 km from Sunbury via Caroline Springs and back to the City. This is a new one from Sunbury to Caroline Springs so the route may vary on the day. We'll have lunch, after 28km of cycling, in Caroline Springs at a good bakery and cafe we've been to before. From Caroline Springs, we'll follow scenic Kororoit Creek Trail to Albion and the Sunshine Rail Trail through to Footscray then Dixon Veloway to Docklands and finish at Jeff's Shed (Melbourne Exhibition Centre) by around 3:30 pm. **Getting there:** *Note: Sunbury trains now use Melbourne Metro Tunnel. ie not Flinders St or Southern Cross.* *Take this train or an earlier one to meet us there, thanks.* **Town Hall Station** 9:34 to **Sunbury** arriving 10:24 **Forecast:** Melbourne area: 22°C Partly cloudy. Medium chance of showers, most likely later in the day. *(At night, I think).* Winds north to northeasterly 15 to 25 km/h. Check this link for more info: https://reg.bom.gov.au/places/vic/caroline-springs/forecast/detailed/#d2026-05-16 **Pace**: \~25 km/h typically. Not too fast nor too slow. **Target group:** Suits Intermediates due to the distance but you can head off early to the train at numerous spots if you like. **Route Map**: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/55068385 \* \* Actual route will likely vary on the day **Bike to bring**: Most bikes. MTBs may struggle with the distance. E-bikes okay. Please check your bike before the day and pump tyres to firm **Bring**: -Water, snacks, spray jacket, spare tube, pump and any tools -Your phone with my number -Emergency Contact Details - See below \* **Contact**: Neil Griffiths - 0419 560 409 (save to your contacts, please) **\*Photo**: Lake Caroline - June 2017 * EMERGENCY CONTACT DETAILS : Please have these on you in case of a medical emergency. ie Family member's name, phone number and relationship (eg, Sister). Written down, preferably, and with your personal items that you carry so it can be found by emergency personnel attending. "All riders are riding at their own risk and Melbourne Cycling does not take any responsibility for any injuries or accidents you may have on any of our rides"

**🔥 MELBOURNE'S NO.1 BAR CRAWL! 🔥** Want an epic night out for just **$15**? Here’s what you need to do: 1\. Click "**Attending**" on the Meetup event 2\. Pre\-book your ticket at [ontherocksbarcrawl.com](ontherocksbarcrawl.com/melbourne/book-now) – Use promo code “**MEETUP26**” on an '**Online Saver**' ticket for $10 off your ticket price! 3\. ARRIVE **BEFORE 18:30** (strict cutoff – no exceptions!) ⏳ Miss any of these steps? It’s **more expensive** on the door! If you're late, your discounted ticket won’t be valid. **WHATS INCLUDED?** 🍹 **5** **Free Shots** 🚀 **VIP** fast-track entry to **5 top** **venues** 🕺 **Free** pass to the best **nightclubs** at the end of the night 👫 **Fun games** and **friendly** **guides** throughout the night We’re officially TripAdvisor’s #1 nightlife experience in Brighton (UK), Barcelona, and now Melbourne! **ARRIVAL INFORMATION:** 📍The Back Room, 24 Grey St, St Kilda VIC 3182, Australia 🕢 Arrive BEFORE start time (18:30) **💡 IMPORTANT INFO:** 🔞 18+ only – bring a valid Driving Licence or Passport (other IDs may not be accepted) 💬 Contact +61 436 399 434 if you have any issues! 🚫 Due to previous negative experiences, we do not allow stag/hen dos or same-sex groups of 9+ on our public crawls. (Private bookings available – email enquiries to info@ontherocksbarcrawl.com) **🔥 DON’T MISS OUT – BOOK YOUR $15 TICKET [HERE](ontherocksbarcrawl.com/melbourne/book-now) NOW! 🎉**

**—— Details ——** We will meet at the starting point, take round trip around the Tan and a short stroll inside the botanical garden. BYO coffee/ water bottle. Dress for outdoor walk. Come along & simply say, "Hi, it's my first time joining the group event." or ask the organiser to introduce you. You can take it slow and start from there. If you enjoy the conversations, take the initative to invite others to hang out over a bite/ drink after. **\-\-\- Running Late \-\-\-** If you are running late, please message at least 30 mins in advance. We will wait up to 15 mins before heading off. We won't be able to keep track of messages once we start. **\-\-\- RSVP / Change of Plan \-\-\-** Change of plan or decide not to attend is absolutely okay. Please do update your RSVP to "NO", so others can have the opportunity to attend. **\-\-\- Intro \-\-\-** Kudos 2 Friends is a Melbourne based community created for individuals who are looking to expand their social circle and form long term friendship overtime. Join us on a fun journey as we explore cafes, restaurants and bars, including drinks, meals, outings, hiking, sporting, chilling, etc. Above all, we’d like to celebrate the importance of friendships. So if you are looking to expand your social circle and explore new adventures and venues in Melbourne, come join us! **\-\-\- Heylo App \-\-\-** We use Heylo App for more fluid communication, including ideas, interest groups, questions etc. Please download the Heylo app from the App store and let the organizer know if you would like to be added to the Heylo Group at the event. We will send an invite to attendees to the group. (give us some time) **\-\-\- Rules \-\-\-** Admin will only add members to the group with a clear profile picture. (No hidden behind sunglasses, masks, drawings) **You might be removed from the group in the case of…** * no show * without a clear profile picture * anti-social behaviour (i.e. acts rude / disrespectful regularly) * take advantage of individuals for personal gain(s) **\-\-\- Privacy \-\-\-** Do not disclose your contact number in this post comment. We will delete your comment/info as soon as we see it to protect your privacy.

Hike approx 4.0 miles at approx. 17 minute mile pace. Meet in front of the Nature Center.