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Black Rock House Devonshire Tea + Tour

$15.50 payable to me asap... Message me for bank details. When we have at least 3 people I will book. Max is 6 people. Need to book soonish or we will miss out. # Black Rock House Sunday Open House First Sunday of the Month, 1pm to 4pm. Come and enjoy a lovely Devonshire tea in Tamar's Tearoom on the first Sunday of the month from 1pm to 4pm. Includes 2 scones with unlimited jam and cream and bottomless coffee, tea or hot chocolate. A tour of the house is available 45 minutes after the Devonshire Tea.

Free Aboriginal Walking Tour as part of Seniors Week Activities

"Pay-As-You-Feel" Walking Tour of Melbourne

Come along on our **"pay-as-you-feel"** walking tour of Melbourne's historic Centre & make new friends, learn interesting parts about the city's history & receive tips about the cultural capital of Australia! **On our 2-hour walking tour, beginning in Federation Square daily @11am**, you'll see Melbourne's famous and historic landmarks, wander through it's famous laneways & alleyways, and experience it's rich, vibrant and multicultural history that makes it so unique! **Look out for the orange umbrella on the top of the Swanston-St side stairs of Federation Square to find your guide.** **Please note:** Your guides are not paid otherwise by the company or government and upon the conclusion of the tour you will be invited to leave a voluntary tip depending on your satisfaction!

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

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](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](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](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](https://www.youtube.com/@explore-melbourne) \| [Facebook Page](https://www.facebook.com/exploremelb) \| [Facebook Group](https://www.facebook.com/groups/exploremelb) \| [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/xpmelb/) \| [TikTok](https://www.tiktok.com/@exploremelbourne) \| [ExploreMelbourne.AU](https://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/](https://exploremelbourne.au/explore-melbourne-liability-waiver/)

Devonshire Tea and Tour of Historical Black Rock House

🎸🎹 Saturday Social & Live Music @ Transport Bar 💃🏽🕺🏻

**Good vibes and Saturday arvo fun @ Transport Bar with Andy Swann & The Bangers cranking out classic funk and soul, high energy live music 🎸💃🏽🕺🏼.** We'll have a reserved area under Andy / Unique Events in the 'Glasshouse' area on the Swanston St side where the band is. Flying solo or new to the group, no worries! We’re a friendly bunch and you’ll have new friends before you know it 😊. Let Andy or Deb know and we’ll do an intro with other members **🎉🍸**. See you there🥂.

Magic Show at Laneway Theatre

Please note tickets tend to sell out at least 4 weeks in advance. Follow the link below to book your ticket. Hidden down a dark laneway in Northcote you’ll discover one of Melbourne’s best kept secrets. You’ll receive an email detailing how to get there, and if you decide not to tell your friends where you’re taking them, it’s even more fun. You’ll guide them down a spooky laneway and knock on an unmarked wooden door. Once it opens, take them into a graveyard, past a bottomless pit, and through an occupied coffin before the gold class luxury of The Laneway Theatre is revealed. Join us in October for a Live Horror Show as part of the Melbourne Fringe festival. This is a magic show unlike anything you've ever seen before. In the style of the French horror theatre 'Grand Guignol', award-winning magician Tim Ellis tells the story of a psychopath looking back on his life and questioning his own reality. Using projections, music, sound effects, minimal lighting and no dialogue... magic effects are incorporated to bring the most graphic corners of his imagination to life. This is unsettling, uncomfortable, and unforgettable. Ticket link below. https://www.melbournefringe.com.au/whats-on/events/darkness-is-coming

Cemetery Sketching 👻🪦✏️🦇

It’s spooky season! 👻🪦🦇 Grab your art supplies and meet me at the spot i’ve marked on the map 🗺️ (located in the event images) the meeting spot is marked in blue and i’ve marked all the entrance gates in red since they are tricky to find. We will split up and walk around the cemetery taking inspiration from our surroundings for our sketches. Please meet me back at the meeting spot at 2:50pm to have a chat and share our artworks 👻✨ 🪦 Please be respectful of the dead while wandering the Cemetery 🪦

Breathtaking GREAT OCEAN ROAD: Day trip: Hike + Lunch, Kayaking, Meditation

* 🌏 **MELBOURNE → GREAT OCEAN ROAD** 🏙️ * 📅 **SUN 4 OCT — DAY TRIP** ☀️ * 🌊 **Where the Forest Meets the Sea** 🌿 \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Escape the city and join us for a refreshing day in **Anglesea**, one of the Great Ocean Road’s beautiful coastal destinations. Here, eucalyptus forest meets the sea, ocean waves roll towards sandy beaches and scenic trails open onto wonderful coastal views. We’ll begin with coffee, tea and snacks before setting out on an **easy-paced, guided 10 km hike** through coastal bushland. Along the way, we’ll enjoy fresh sea air, beautiful scenery and opportunities to spot kangaroos and native birds. We’ll pause in nature for a gentle **guided meditation**, allowing time to breathe deeply, slow down and reconnect. After the hike, we’ll gather for a **supplied Spanish vegetarian lunch** 🇪🇸, served with unlimited tea, coffee, snacks and refreshments. Everything is prepared for the group—simply relax, enjoy the food and share the moment. Our afternoon continues with peaceful, beginner-friendly **kayaking**, followed by a beautiful **Anglesea coastal lookout** overlooking the cliffs, beaches and open sea. Come solo or bring a friend. Expect welcoming company, relaxed conversation and a thoughtfully organised day combining nature, movement, Spanish flavours and the sea. ✨ **Hike the coast. Savour Spain. Breathe in the sea.** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 🎒 **All-Inclusive — Just $99!** ✅ Comfortable return transport in a **Mercedes minivan** 🚐 ✅ Guided **10 km coastal hike** and hiking gear 🥾 ✅ Supplied **Spanish vegetarian lunch** 🇪🇸 ✅ Unlimited snacks, soft drinks, coffee and tea ☕ ✅ Kayaks, life jackets and all paddling equipment 🛶 ✅ Guided meditation in nature 🧘 ✅ Anglesea beaches, coastal scenery and panoramic sea lookouts 🌊 ✅ Friendly small-group atmosphere 😊 \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- #### 🕒 **Adventure Itinerary** 📍 **07:30** — Pick-up near **St Paul’s Cathedral, Flinders Street** ☕ **08:00** — Short rest and refreshment stop 🍵 **09:00** — Arrive in the Anglesea area · Coffee, tea and snacks 🥾 **09:15** — Easy coastal bushland hike Approximately 10 km · 190 m elevation 🧘 **12:00** — Guided meditation and grounding in nature 🇪🇸 **12:30** — Supplied Spanish vegetarian lunch with drinks and refreshments 🛶 **13:30** — Beginner-friendly kayaking on calm water 🌊 **16:00** — Anglesea coastal lookout and beautiful sea views 🚐 **18:30** — Return to Melbourne 📍 **Drop-off: Hamer Hall** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 💰 **How to Book** Secure your place with a **$99 transfer**. An RSVP alone does not reserve your seat. Your booking is confirmed once payment is received. 🔹 **PayID:** 0414 661 458 🔹 **Bank Transfer:** **Name:** KARAPETIAN G **BSB:** 013233 **Account:** 226325836 **Reference:** Gor 🌟 **Limited places available—RSVP now!** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ❗️**Please Note:** **Payments are only credited or refunded if the event is canceled or rescheduled by the organizer.** In all other circumstances, payments are **non-refundable and non-transferable**. ❗️Thank you for understanding and supporting the planning involved in creating these experiences! 🌿 \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **🎒 What to Bring?** ✔️ **Comfortable hiking shoes (or able to supply, let me know size)** **✔️ Wind/water-resistant jacket**🧥 ✔️ **Long pants & long sleeves** 🌿 ✔️ **Hat/beanie/gloves** 🧢 ✔️ **A positive mindset & big smile!** 😊 \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 📢 **Questions?** Feel free to **DM me anytime!** 📩 ✨ **Let’s make this an adventure to remember** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Visit our sources: https://www.facebook.com/groups/812911556223655/?ref=share Instagram: nogeography.hike.kayak https://www.meetup.com/en-AU/no-geography-hike-and-kayak/ \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 🥾 **Easy Hike · 🇪🇸 Supplied Spanish Vegetarian Lunch · 🧘 Meditation · 🛶 Kayaking · 🌊 Anglesea Sea Views** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **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 own safety and well-being. By joining this event you agree to these terms. ## **COVID-19 Safety Measures** * The event host is instituting the above safety measures for this event. * Please do not attend if you are experiencing any flu-like symptoms, such as fever, cough, or sore throat. * If you have recently tested positive for COVID-19 or have been in close contact with someone who has, we kindly ask that you refrain from attending. * Thank you for your understanding and cooperation in keeping our community safe!

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

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](https://maps.app.goo.gl/tuLHN1yUwYsXiwHy5) Please follow us on Social Media for photos, videos & updates: [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/@explore-melbourne) \| [Facebook Page](https://www.facebook.com/exploremelb) \| [Facebook Group](https://www.facebook.com/groups/exploremelb) \| [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/xpmelb/) \| [TikTok](https://www.tiktok.com/@exploremelbourne) \| [ExploreMelbourne.AU](https://exploremelbourne.au/) 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/](https://exploremelbourne.au/explore-melbourne-liability-waiver/)

Nerd Nite Melbourne #71 at Howler

Join me for a night of smart, silly and surprisingly niche talks at Nerd Nite Melbourne #71 at Howler in Brunswick. It's the long-running "TED Talks in a pub" night — a few presenters, a few drinks, and topics you never knew you needed to hear about. Nerd Nite says this edition has three presenters and a spooky October theme, including a forensic anthropologist on how buried human remains are found. It's their second-last show for 2026. We'll meet at 7:00pm outside the gates of St Ambrose Hall so it's easy to find each other, say hello, then walk over to Howler together at around 7:10pm. Doors are at 7:00pm and the show starts at 7:30pm. This is a casual social meetup so we can head along together — it isn't run by or affiliated with Nerd Nite Melbourne or Howler. Please book your own ticket directly through Moshtix; an RSVP here isn't a ticket and doesn't include entry. **Who this is for** * Anyone curious, and happy to sit through talks on topics they've never thought about before * People who enjoy a relaxed, chatty night out rather than a big loud one * No background knowledge needed — the talks are made for general audiences * Coming on your own is very welcome; plenty of people do, and that's the whole point of meeting up first **Links** * Meetup start point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/rqVmv6e1YJWPy7Ut9 * Nerd Nite Melbourne: https://melbourne.nerdnite.com/ * Tickets (Moshtix): https://moshtix.com.au/v2/event/nerd-nite-71/200179?skin=hwlr **Timeline** * 7:00pm – Meet outside the gates of St Ambrose Hall and say hello * 7:10pm – Walk over to Howler together * 7:30pm – Show starts * \~10:30pm – Show wraps up and the meetup ends (end time is an estimate) **Tickets / cost** * Nerd Nite currently lists tickets at $15 + booking fee through Moshtix. * Everyone books and pays for their own ticket directly — I'm not holding tickets for the group. * Worth booking ahead, as these nights can sell out. **Transport** * Howler is at 7–11 Dawson Street, Brunswick, a short walk from our meeting point. * Trams and the Upfield line both serve Brunswick, and the night finishes late enough that it's worth checking your last service before you head out. * Street parking around Brunswick is limited, so public transport is usually easier. **Bring** * Your ticket * ID * A jacket — October evenings in Melbourne can turn cold * Cash or card for drinks if you'd like one **Expect** * Difficulty: Easy — a short walk and then you're sitting down * Pace: Relaxed * Vibe: Curious, friendly, a bit nerdy * Group style: Casual and low-pressure; chat as much or as little as you like **Important notes** * Please arrive by 7:00pm so we can walk over together. If you're running late, head straight to Howler and find us inside. * Book your own ticket in advance — an RSVP here is not a ticket or guaranteed entry. * This meetup isn't affiliated with, endorsed by, or organised by Nerd Nite Melbourne or Howler. Please follow all venue rules and staff instructions on the night. * Times are approximate and depend on the show — the finish time in particular is an estimate. * You're responsible for your own safety, belongings and getting home. * If your plans change, please update your RSVP so numbers stay clear.