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Welcome to Explore Melbourne - The largest and the most active meetup group in Melbourne with over 40,000+ members. We are also the largest group in Australia.
Our group is for anyone interested in exploring the wonderful city of Melbourne and surrounds together. We run a combination of Free and Paid events. We have organized over 3000 events since September 2016.
Please follow us on Social Media for photos, videos & updates:
YouTube | Facebook Page | Facebook Group | Instagram | TikTok | ExploreMelbourne.AU
Explore Melbourne is the largest meetup group in Australia. We have eight simple rules in place to protect our community and for everyone to have a positive experience.
❌ Not a dating group! – We’re here to make friends, not find soulmates. No flirty business, please!
📵 No phone numbers, please! – Feel free to swap social media if both parties are cool with it, but let’s keep our digits private. Please don’t add people to WhatsApp or other groups.
🔞 Our events are only open to people aged 18 and older.
📢 Please do not advertise other events or groups.
😅 Don’t be a social octopus! – Give people space to chat with others. Please don't be clingy.
🚗 We don't allow carpooling due to safety incidents/our public liability insurance not covering motor related accidents.
💰 No sales pitches! – No selling, no MLMs, no pyramid schemes, no “life-changing mentorship” offers—let’s keep things scam-free.
By joining this event, you’re giving us a virtual pinky promise 🤝 that you’ll follow the rules. Break them, and—poof!—you’re out for good. No second chances, no do-overs. 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/
Próximos eventos (4+)
Ver todo- Maribyrnong River Trail - FREE 5km Evening Walk | Make New FriendsFed Square, Melbourne
Join us for a picturesque evening walk along Melbourne’s mighty Maribyrnong — the city’s second major river. This relaxed 5km loop is perfect for all fitness levels, and along the way, we’ll cross the scenic Afton Street pedestrian bridge, connecting the Moonee Ponds and Maribyrnong sides of the river.
Please follow these two steps to confirm your spot for this free event:
Step 1: Please RSVP to this event on meetup.
Step 2: Please get the free eventbrite ticket.
Please read the group rules listed below before signing up. If you are bringing friends, please ensure that you have added your guest on RSVP on meetup as well and get their eventbrite ticket.
Meeting Point: Let's meet in front of Middle Child (327 Maribyrnong Rd, Ascot Vale VIC 3032) at 7 pm.
Google Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Pv6b2HtWCoUuo2DEA
Walking Distance: 5km - Easy
Please follow us on Social Media for photos, videos & updates:
YouTube | Facebook Page | Facebook Group | Instagram | TikTok | ExploreMelbourne.AUExplore Melbourne is the largest meetup group in Australia. We have eight simple rules in place to protect our community and for everyone to have a positive experience.
❌ Not a dating group! – We’re here to make friends, not find soulmates. No flirty business, please!
📵 No phone numbers, please! – Feel free to swap social media if both parties are cool with it, but let’s keep our digits private. Please don’t add people to WhatsApp or other groups.
🔞 Our events are only open to people aged 18 and older.
📢 Please do not advertise other events or groups.
😅 Don’t be a social octopus! – Give people space to chat with others. Please don't be clingy.
🚗 We don't allow carpooling due to safety incidents/our public liability insurance not covering motor related accidents.
💰 No sales pitches! – No selling, no MLMs, no pyramid schemes, no “life-changing mentorship” offers—let’s keep things scam-free.
📸 Cameras welcome, but… – please refrain from taking photos of our members for privacy reasons.
By joining this event, you’re giving us a virtual pinky promise 🤝 that you’ll follow the rules. Break them, and—poof!—you’re out for good. No second chances, no do-overs. 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 on Victorian Goldfields Railway | Castlemaine -> Maldon [New Event]Corner of Spencer Street and Bourke Street, Melbourne20,00 AUD
All aboard for a ride back in time on the Victorian Goldfields Railway! This volunteer-run steam train offers a truly authentic experience, linking the historic gold rush towns of Castlemaine and Maldon in Central Victoria. Sit back and enjoy the sights as the steam engine chugs its way through rolling hills.
Please note: We’ll only be taking the one-way journey from Castlemaine to Maldon.Please follow these three steps in sequence to confirm your spot:
Step 1: Please RSVP to this event on meetup.
Step 2: Please book your one way train ticket:
Booking link: https://secure.vgr.com.au/BookingCat/Availability/?&parentcategory=WAF-WEBSITE
Choose the following options:
I'm looking for: Goldfields Explorer One Way
Departing from: Castlemaine
Date: Sun, 10th Aug
"Goldfields Explorer - One Way Excursion Class Departing Castlemaine"
Time: 2:00 PM
$37 - Adult, $32 - ConcessionStep 3: Please pay the organizer fee ($20 - Early Bird, $25 - Regular) via Trybooking - https://www.trybooking.com/DEGWL
Trybooking tickets will be scanned at the meeting point.
Please note that the ticket will be only refunded if the event is moved or cancelled. There are no refunds. The tickets also cannot be transferred to a different event. 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.
Meeting Point: Let's meet in the Corner of Spencer Street and Bourke Street (Station Side - Near the steps) at 10:40 AM and walk to take the Bendigo Vline train. We should be back in the city around 5:30 PM. Please carry your myki card.
Meeting Point Photo: https://bit.ly/2SkyVL2
Cost:
Organizer Fee: $20 - Early Bird, $25 - Regular
Goldfields Explorer One Way: $37 - Adult, $32 - Concession
Myki: $7.60 or Myki passPhotos: All the photos will be uploaded to our Facebook Group (Explore Melbourne) - https://www.facebook.com/groups/exploremelb and to meetup.
We will stop for lunch in Castlemaine. They have few food options close to the station.
Please follow us on Social Media for photos, videos & updates:
YouTube | Facebook Page | Facebook Group | Instagram | TikTok | ExploreMelbourne.AUExplore Melbourne is the largest meetup group in Australia. We have seven simple rules in place to protect our community and for everyone to have a positive experience.
❌ Not a dating group! – We’re here to make friends, not find soulmates. No flirty business, please!
📵 No phone numbers, please! – Feel free to swap social media if both parties are cool with it, but let’s keep our digits private. Please don’t add people to WhatsApp or other groups.
🔞 Our events are only open to people aged 18 and older.
📢 Please do not advertise other events or groups.
😅 Don’t be a social octopus! – Give people space to chat with others. Please don't be clingy.
🚗 We don't allow carpooling due to safety incidents/our public liability insurance not covering motor related accidents.
💰 No sales pitches! – No selling, no MLMs, no pyramid schemes, no “life-changing mentorship” offers—let’s keep things scam-free.
By joining this event, you’re giving us a virtual pinky promise 🤝 that you’ll follow the rules. Break them, and—poof!—you’re out for good. No second chances, no do-overs. 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/
- Whale Watching 🐋 in Sydney [One Time Event]Melbourne Airport, Melbourne Airport59,00 AUD
We’re heading to Sydney to catch a close-up view of the majestic humpback whales — right from a ferry! While we’ve spotted whales before in Warrnambool, the ferry tours in Sydney offer a far more immersive experience. Plus, we’re taking a tour that gives us a second chance for free if we don’t see any whales the first time. We will do whale watching on Saturday. And keep Sunday as buffer if we don't get to see whales on Saturday. We will do others things on Sunday if we manage to see Whales on Saturday.
Every year, over 20,000 humpback whales travel an epic 3,500 km from Antarctica’s icy waters to the warm tropics of the Great Barrier Reef, and Sydney happens to be one of the top spots in Australia to witness this migration.
Please follow these 5 steps to confirm your spot:
Step 1: Please RSVP this event on meetup.
Step 2: Please book your ferry ticket for Sat, 16th Aug ($79 - their limited time sale. Usually $99).
https://www.captaincook.com.au/explore-sydney-sightseeing/whale-watching-sydney/
9:30 AM whale watching
Step 3: Please book your return flight ticket. I have booked the following ticket with Jetstar.com ($234)
Departure: 20:15 15th Aug
Return: 18:20 17th Aug
You can welcome to take an alternative cheaper flights or even take a flight back on Saturday.Step 4: Please book your hotel in Sydney airport. I have booked for myself in ibis budget Sydney Airport for $235 for two nights. If you are only joining us for one night, please book your hotels accordingly.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/gnRx56Pf7URfYy6SA
Step 5: Please pay the organizer fee ($59) - https://www.trybooking.com/DDXGZ
Trybooking tickets will be scanned at the meeting point. Trybooking Tickets are non-refundable. There is no option to transfer the ticket.
Meeting Point: Let's meet at Jetstar Check-in counter at 7 PM.
Cost:
Organizer Fee: $59 - whole trip, $39 - if you are only joining us on Friday and Saturday.
Flights: $234 (as of 4 pm, 20th July. This will increase)
Sydney Airport Hotel: From $235 for two nights as of 4 pm, 29th July
Public Transport within Sydney: Varies
Ferry: $79 (will increase to $99 soon)We should be back in Melbourne on 17th Aug at 8:15 pm.
Please follow us on Social Media for photos, videos & updates:
YouTube | Facebook Page | Facebook Group | Instagram | TikTok | ExploreMelbourne.AU
Explore Melbourne is the largest meetup group in Australia. We have nine simple rules in place to protect our community and for everyone to have a positive experience.
a) We are not a dating group. There are other groups for that.
b) We have a no-phone number policy. It is not okay to ask members for their phone numbers or to share your number with others. Please use meetup's messaging system if you wish to communicate with someone you have met.
c) Due to the Meetup policy, our events are only open to people aged 18 and older.
d) We ask that you refrain from adding people to WhatsApp or other groups.
e) Please do not advertise other events or groups.
f) Please don't be clingy. Please allow our members to socialize with others too.
g) We don't allow carpooling due to safety incidents in the past.
h) Please do not sell products/services (Including MLM, Pyramid Schemes, and Mentorship) to our members during or after the event.
i) You are welcome to bring your camera. However, please refrain from taking photos of our members for privacy reasons.By joining this event, you agree to the above rules. Any violation of the above rules will result in permanent removal from our groups.
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/ - Milkyway & Shooting Stars in Premium Location - One Solo PhotoSpencer Street & Bourke Street, Melbourne20,00 AUD
Please note that this event is not open for photographers (no option to bring Camera/GoPro or tripod). We will be taking photos of people with the Milkyway.
** Trybooking tickets will be posted once the event is confirmed based on weather forecast **
We will scan Trybooking tickets at the meeting point.
Please note that Trybooking tickets will only be refunded if the event is moved or cancelled. Trybooking Tickets are non-refundable. There is no option to also transfer the ticket to a new date. 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.
Meeting Point: Let's meet in the Corner of Spencer Street and Bourke Street (Station Side - Near the steps) at 6:10 PM and head to one of the premium locations (100km away from Melbourne). Driving to the destination is not an option for any of our stargazing events. We should be back in the CBD around 11:30 PM.
Meeting Point Photo: [https://bit.ly/2SkyVL2](https://bit.ly/2SkyVL2)
** Please make sure you bring your Myki. Please ensure that it has atleast $11 or have myki Zone 1/2 pass. Please ensure that your myki money is added before coming to the meeting point. **Please carry a warm jacket. Please carry takeaway dinner as there are no food options at the destination.
Cost:
Organizer Fee: $20
Transport: Myki Money: $11
If you have Myki Zone 1/2 Pass: $0
Concession: $5.50Taxi: $50 (In an event where Vline services are cancelled )
Photos: All the images will be uploaded to our Facebook Group (Explore Melbourne) - [https://www.facebook.com/groups/exploremelb](https://www.facebook.com/groups/exploremelb) and meetup.
I take one solo photo for everyone with the Milkyway. These events are not aimed at photographers.
Location: For the safety of people attending the event and flexibility to change location at the last minute based on the weather forecast, we will only share the location details with people at the meeting point. For the safety of people attending future events, please do not share the Milkyway location with anyone. Also, please do not tag the location when sharing photos on Social Media.
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. We run Milkyway events near Melbourne (40-50km away) and events in premium locations (over 80-100km from Melbourne CBD). We will mention premium events on the title of the event.
Many Solo and some group photos from previous events: [https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=1F0fE1-s4mkkNIi1oATIVBE3I5riDTRO3](https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=1F0fE1-s4mkkNIi1oATIVBE3I5riDTRO3)
Please follow us on Social Media for photos & updates:
Facebook Group (Event photos): [https://www.facebook.com/groups/exploremelb](https://www.facebook.com/groups/exploremelb)
Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/xpmelb/](https://www.instagram.com/xpmelb/)
Facebook Page: [https://www.facebook.com/exploremelb](https://www.facebook.com/exploremelb)
TikTok: [https://www.tiktok.com/@exploremelbourne](https://www.tiktok.com/@exploremelbourne)Explore Melbourne is the largest meetup group in Australia. We have seven simple rules in place to protect our community and for everyone to have a positive experience.
❌ Not a dating group! – We’re here to make friends, not find soulmates. No flirty business, please!
📵 No phone numbers, please! – Feel free to swap social media if both parties are cool with it, but let’s keep our digits private. Please don’t add people to WhatsApp or other groups.
🔞 Our events are only open to people aged 18 and older.
📢 Please do not advertise other events or groups.
😅 Don’t be a social octopus! – Give people space to chat with others. Please don't be clingy.
🚗 We don't allow carpooling due to safety incidents/our public liability insurance not covering motor related accidents.
💰 No sales pitches! – No selling, no MLMs, no pyramid schemes, no “life-changing mentorship” offers—let’s keep things scam-free.
By joining this event, you’re giving us a virtual pinky promise 🤝 that you’ll follow the rules. Break them, and—poof!—you’re out for good. No second chances, no do-overs. 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/](https://exploremelbourne.au/explore-melbourne-liability-waiver/)
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