Backcountry Skiing Melbourne

Bogong Plains Pack-Carry Hike

Nov 28th - Tarra Valley Overnight - Mount Tassie Loop 17kms

Girl Founders Council - Focus Group - Founders and Builders Session

**Location:** Brighton Library Room *We are at the early stages! Come help us figure out what it becomes.* The Founders Council is a weekly gathering for women in Melbourne's south-east who are building something — a business, a side project, a creative practice, an idea that keeps coming back. It is not just a networking event. It is not a workshop. It is a council — a small room of women who show up weekly (or help out the one-off joiners to the group) to give and receive honest input from people who are in the same season of building but might be doing it alone. You will meet other girls who are building something too, let's help each other out with whatever each of us is working on. Share your inputs and ideas. Because I believe we have so many skills and pieces of knowledge that can help the person next to you. This can be your accountability group come when you can, touch base and keep yourself accountable with what you planned to build. **The session will run like this:** We will start with a quick round of names and what everyone is working on — thirty seconds each. Then the council opens. Anyone who wants to bring something gets fifteen minutes — a problem, a decision, a pitch to test, something they need honest eyes on. (You can also treat this as your accountability group where in your 15 minutes you can share what your plan is for this week. Then come again next week to check in and plan the next week) The group responds. Not with prescriptive advice. With real honest reactions from people who get it. We close with each person naming one thing they are doing before next week. That is it. That is the accountability. Then the last thirty minutes are open — coffee, conversation, the kind of talk that only happens when the room is right. **You do not have to share anything.** Come and contribute to the group. Listen. Give your perspective on someone else's problem. That seat is just as valuable as any other. **Others you could find here:** Women aged 20+ in Melbourne who are actively building something. Early stage, side hustle, just an idea — all welcome. The only thing that connects everyone in the room is that you are building and you want to be around others who are doing the same. **What to bring:** Yourself. Coffee. Optionally — one thing you are working on or stuck on that you would like the group's eyes on. **Spots are limited to 6.** Small by design. The council only works when the room is small enough for everyone to have the time to share and get the response. *This is a weekly event. Come once or come every week — no commitment required. The door is always open.* Started by Veronika — Building an app for couples, and someone who started this group because she needed it and could not find it.

🍜Asian Background Social: Lounge Asia Melbourne (Easy English) 6pm

Why People Love Lounge Asia 🍜 Asian-focused event 🤝 Many guests come alone 💬 No need for perfect English 🌏 No games or forced introductions — just enjoy the conversation Lounge Asia began within the Asian community, so people from Asia often feel comfortable and at home here. At the same time, everyone is welcome — locals, expats, travellers, students, returnees, digital nomads, and globally minded people. ━━━━━━━━━━ How to Join 1️⃣ Tap "RSVP" on this page 2️⃣ Show your Meetup QR code at reception 3️⃣ Collect your name tag and start meeting people ✅ Early RSVP is free ✅ RSVPs made within 48 hours of the event start time are $5 ✅ Limited capacity — please RSVP early Many people attend alone, so don't worry if it's your first time. ━━━━━━━━━━ How to Find Us 📍 Venue Workshop Bar 1/413 Elizabeth St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia ⏰ Start Time — Melbourne Local Time 6:00 pm ⚠️ Important: This is the local time in Melbourne. Meetup may display Brisbane time or another time zone, so please follow the local time shown above. ━━━━━━━━━━ 🍺 Please Support the Venue This event is free or low-cost because the venue supports our community. Please purchase at least one drink during the event. Your support helps us keep organising events at great venues. ━━━━━━━━━━ 💚 Please Be Respectful Lounge Asia is a friendly social event where everyone should feel comfortable and welcome. 🚫 This is NOT a pickup or dating event. Anyone who makes others uncomfortable may be removed immediately. Not allowed: harassment, unwanted attention, MLM / crypto / religious recruitment, or anything that makes others uncomfortable. Organisers reserve the right to refuse entry or ask anyone to leave. 🪪 A valid government-issued photo ID is strictly required for entry. No photo ID, no entry. Driver's licences must be issued by the government of the country where the event is held. 📸 Photos and short videos may be taken for community and promotional purposes. If you prefer not to appear, please let an organiser know when you arrive. ━━━━━━━━━━ Lounge Asia is already growing in Australia and is now expanding across Asia — Japan, Korea, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia and Singapore. Our goal is simple: More friendship, more understanding, and more genuine connections across cultures. 📱 Join the Lounge Asia Australia WhatsApp Group Stay connected with the Lounge Asia community after the event. ✅ Hear about upcoming Lounge Asia events ✅ Meet local and international people ✅ Stay connected with people you meet ✅ Receive community news and event updates [👉 Join the WhatsApp group:](https://chat.whatsapp.com/CJV5i6FQMc7DVXezkJUUib) 📱 Instagram: @_lounge_asia [🎥 Watch Event Video:](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tNak_cu9CXw) [👉 GET VIP ACCESS:](https://forms.gle/t6GXAjTNFECetVuZ8) ━━━━━━━━━━ 🌏 Come say hi! Hey, come hang out! 来一起玩吧！ 一起來聊天吧！ 気軽に遊びに来てね！ 편하게 놀러 와요! มาเจอกันนะ! Tới chơi nha! Tara, sali ka na! Yuk, gabung! လာပြီး အတူပျော်ကြရအောင်! មកលេងជាមួយគ្នាណា! ມາພົບກັນເດີ້! Хамтдаа цуглацгаая! Komm einfach vorbei! Jom join kita! See you at Lounge Asia!

Northern Grampians Hiking + camping trip

【Itinerary】 Day 1: Drive to the Grampians. Please bring your lunch as we will have a picnic when arrived Grampians. Set up our tents at our campsite (Mt Staplyton Campsite). Do the Mount Stapylton and Hollow Mountain Loop (6-10km Length, 278m Elevation gain, Loop), enjoy the sunset if time allows. Back to campsites for cooking and dinner. Day2: Sunrise if you can get up early. Have breakfast and pack the tents. Do the hike of Mount Difficult via Beehive Falls (17.9km Length, 709m Elevation gain, Out & back). Drive back to Melbourne. 【Cost】 $20 including campsite fee, group management fee. After the bank transfer, I will add you to the Facebook Messenger group for this trip to discuss hike, camping, and car pooling. 【Car Pooling 】 To be environment-friendly and cost-effective, we help with carpooling. You can join the carpooling group as either a driver or a rider in the link above. Recommended riders pay $35-$40 ( or other amount as agreed with the driver) to the drivers to cover fuel, parking and other costs. 【What to bring?】: Sufficient water per day (2 litres min.); Sunscreen; A hat and suitable shoes; A first-aid kit; Camping gear (tent, sleeping bag, and mattress) 【Risks and Waiver of Liability】 By attending the OZ Adventurers event, I represent that I am in good physical health and capable of participating in the event. I understand that risks of Injuries and Damages are involved in hiking and other adventure travel, and I appreciate that I may have to exercise extra care for my own person and for others around me. I agree to WAIVE, DISCHARGE CLAIMS, AND RELEASE FROM LIABILITY OZ Adventurers, Its organisers, leaders, volunteers, members and attendees from any and all liability on account of, or in any way resulting from Injuries and Damages. 【Facebook Group】 You can also visit our Facebook group or Facebook page for more events. [https://www.facebook.com/groups/ozadventurers](https://www.facebook.com/groups/ozadventurers) [https://www.facebook.com/OZadventurers](https://www.facebook.com/OZadventurers)

Bushrangers Bay Cape Schanck

**Whats App Group** [https://chat.whatsapp.com/FdCuP5eS0i768Y8IMtxmHf](https://chat.whatsapp.com/FdCuP5eS0i768Y8IMtxmHf) **Check group chat description or DM Nick in group chat to signup carpool or drive. Make sure you signup carpool or drive before you show up.** The Bushrangers Bay hike in Mornington Peninsula National Park is a popular, scenic coastal walk running between Cape Schanck and a secluded bay. Trail Overview * **Distance:** Around 5 to 6 km round trip (taking about 2 hours to complete). * **Difficulty:** Moderate, featuring well-graded tracks through banksia woodland and coastal scrub, ending with a steep set of stairs down to the beach that requires a good workout on the return climb. * **Start Point:** The trail begins near the Cape Schanck Lighthouse, where a large free parking lot and public restrooms are available. **What’s included** * Gas, Vehicle use, Driver effort. Split bill if any other expense is exist. **Liability** * The organizer and any/all assistant organizers and other attendees are in no way responsible and liable for your personal safety and health state, before, during, and at any time after this event. * You acknowledge you are solely responsible for your health, safety, and well-being before, during, and at any time after the event as stated previously. * All attendees shall forever hold harmless the organizers and other attendees and unconditionally waive any liabilities resulting from attending and/or participating in this event.

The Keppell Lookout and Steavenson Falls Loop Hiking

**Whats App Group** [https://chat.whatsapp.com/FdCuP5eS0i768Y8IMtxmHf](https://chat.whatsapp.com/FdCuP5eS0i768Y8IMtxmHf) **Check group chat description or DM Nick in group chat to signup carpool or drive. Make sure you signup carpool or drive before you show up.** The Keppel Lookoutand Steavenson Falls Loop is an 11 km to 12 km scenic circuit located near Marysville, Victoria, Australia (about a two-hour drive northeast of Melbourne). Trail Overview & Stats * **Distance:** \~11–12 km loop (with variations up to 15.5 km depending on your exact starting point like Kings Road or Falls Road) * **Duration:** About 3.5 to 5 hours * **Difficulty:** Moderate to Grade 3/4 **What’s included** * Gas, Vehicle use, Driver effort. Split bill if any other expense is exist. **Liability** * The organizer and any/all assistant organizers and other attendees are in no way responsible and liable for your personal safety and health state, before, during, and at any time after this event. * You acknowledge you are solely responsible for your health, safety, and well-being before, during, and at any time after the event as stated previously. * All attendees shall forever hold harmless the organizers and other attendees and unconditionally waive any liabilities resulting from attending and/or participating in this event.

" MWAG 2026 Christmas Event, come and celebrate!"

Great Ocean Road Twelve Apostles Day Trip

**Whats App Group** [https://chat.whatsapp.com/FdCuP5eS0i768Y8IMtxmHf](https://chat.whatsapp.com/FdCuP5eS0i768Y8IMtxmHf) **Check group chat description or DM Nick in group chat to signup carpool or drive. Make sure you signup carpool or drive before you show up.** The Twelve Apostles are towering limestone rock stacks up to 45 meters high in Port Campbell National Park, Victoria, Australia, about a 4-hour drive west of Melbourne. Key Overview Details * **Number Remaining:** Only 7 to 8 of the original stacks are still standing due to ongoing ocean erosion. * **Best Views:** Sunrise and sunset offer dramatic lighting shifts from sandy yellow to deep shadows. * **Access & Facilities:** Free entry, accessible boardwalks, a main viewing deck, and visitor facilities are open daily from dawn to dusk. * **Nearby Highlights:** * **Gibson Steps:** Walk down 86–90 stairs to stand on the beach near the stacks. * **Loch Ard Gorge & The Grotto:** Scenic coastal gorges and shipwreck history located just minutes away. * **Scenic Flights:** Helicopter tours operate nearby for aerial views of the Shipwreck Coast. **What’s included** * Gas, Vehicle use, Driver effort. Split bill if any other expense is exist. **Liability** * The organizer and any/all assistant organizers and other attendees are in no way responsible and liable for your personal safety and health state, before, during, and at any time after this event. * You acknowledge you are solely responsible for your health, safety, and well-being before, during, and at any time after the event as stated previously. * All attendees shall forever hold harmless the organizers and other attendees and unconditionally waive any liabilities resulting from attending and/or participating in this event.

Four Brothers (Gembrook) Loop Walk

Portarlington Ferry, Bellarine Trail, Hovell Creek trail to Lara. 70 km. Hard

We will depart Docklands Saturday 10.40 am. You will need to book your own ticket, it is the peak time of the year and so should book early https://www.portphillipferries.com.au/ We will cycle the Bellarine rail Trail to Geelong station and then the coastal trail to North Geelong then Hovell creek Trail to Lara Station. The route can be viewed on Ride with GPS: [https://ridewithgps.com/routes/57835149](https://ridewithgps.com/routes/57835149) Bring snacks, some lunch, but we may also stop at some inviting winery or café along the way. This ride is for financial MBTC members, or those who have not yet done three single day rides with us. To join our club check out [https://www.mbtc.org.au/membership](https://www.mbtc.org.au/membership) ESSENTIAL ITEMS Functioning headlight & tail light Spare tube and a puncture kit MYKI card, ATM card/cash, basic tools, rain gear, food/snacks, etc WATER It's your responsibility to check the temperature and distance for the day and carry an appropriate amount of water. When riding outside suburbia remember that carrying too much water is better than not enough as the distances between water availability may vary greatly from the planned route due to road closures or other unforeseen circumstances. Check Meetup for any changes the day before the ride, as the ride may be cancelled in the event of extreme weather or other unforeseen circumstances. If you cannot make it to the ride please change your RSVP to 'NO' as soon as you know but no later than the day before ride day. The MBTC Refund & Cancellation Policy can be found [here](https://www.mbtc.org.au/refund-cancellation-policy/). When I RSVP for this event/activity, I acknowledge that the activity of bicycle riding can be dangerous and that I may suffer loss, injury, or death, and that I am responsible for my equipment and associated hazards. I agree that in consideration of my participation in any event conducted by the MBTC, I will absolve from liability the MBTC, its officers, and any event organiser from all claims, demands, or suits whether for personal injury or property loss suffered whether by negligence or breach of contract or otherwise, save for any right I may have pursuant to the Australian Consumer Law. I acknowledge that photos may be taken of me during MBTC rides and social events, and that it is club practice that these photos will be published on Meetup, Facebook, and the club website. I will notify the ride leader and other riders if I wish to not be photographed. MBTC cannot guarantee that my photo will not be published and will promptly honour requests to be removed from MBTC controlled sites.

Hike: Plenty Gorge Park and Blue Lake / 14km / 400m elevation / moderate

🌿 Come along for a beautiful scenic hike through Plenty Gorge National Park, featuring the stunning Blue Lake! Tucked away just behind suburbia, Plenty Gorge offers a surprisingly rugged and picturesque escape into nature. Our walk takes us through a landscape of river red gums, golden wattles and winding bushland trails. The highlight of the hike is the spectacular Blue Lake, a former quarry that has transformed into a tranquil oasis. It's the perfect spot to take in the scenery, enjoy a short break and perhaps spot some local birdlife. The trail offers plenty of variety, with undulating terrain, steep gravelly sections and narrow tracks that may require some light scrambling. Some cliff-side sections may be diverted for safety, and descents can become slippery in wet conditions. This is a great opportunity to enjoy the outdoors, get some exercise and connect with fellow hiking enthusiasts! 🥾 EVENT DETAILS Meeting time: 8:50am for a 9:00am start Please arrive on time so we can begin promptly. If you're someone who tends to run a little late, please allow extra time for your journey. If anything unexpected happens along the way, please send a message through the app. 🍽️ Optional Lunch For those interested, we'll head to Armanii's at Uni Hill after the walk for a well-deserved lunch and some social time. Please let me know if you'd like to join us! 📍 MEETING POINT Intersection of Leahy Drive and Clovemont Way, Bundoora. Enter "1 Leahy Drive, Bundoora" into Google Maps. Street parking is available. 🏃 FITNESS LEVEL A good level of fitness is required. We'll be walking at a moderately fast pace of approximately 5 km/h, with one short snack and toilet break. Please be comfortable walking on uneven terrain, including gravelly paths, steep sections and narrow bush tracks. 🎒 WHAT TO BRING - Hiking shoes or sturdy boots with good grip - At least 2 litres of water (more if the weather is hot) - Packed lunch and snacks - Weather-appropriate clothing - Small personal first aid kit 🌞 A FEW EXTRA TIPS - Check the weather forecast before heading out. - Wear sunscreen and a hat. - Bring walking poles if you prefer extra stability on steep descents. - Please ensure you have enough water and snacks to keep you energised throughout the walk. Looking forward to a great day exploring the beautiful Plenty Gorge and Blue Lake with everyone! Happy hiking! 🌿🥾 **LIABILITY WAVER** The organiser 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.