Blood Drives Sydney

Grand Pacific Drive

Grand Pacific Drive: Our Inaugural Meetup Adventure Hello fellow driving enthusiasts! I'm thrilled to announce our very first event for The Driving Group, and what better way to kick things off than with an unforgettable day trip along the iconic Grand Pacific Drive! This scenic route promises breathtaking coastal vistas, winding roads, and plenty of opportunities to simply enjoy the pure pleasure of driving. Our journey will take us along one of Australia's most spectacular stretches of coastline. Imagine the ocean glistening beside us as we navigate the Sea Cliff Bridge, a true engineering marvel that appears to float above the water. We'll have ample chances to pull over at designated viewpoints, soak in the panoramic scenery, and capture some stunning photos to remember our inaugural adventure. This is an EV friendly ebenr! The Grand Pacific Drive route, and the towns along the way, offer a growing number of charging options, ensuring that everyone can participate without range anxiety. We'll be mapping out convenient charging stops to make sure our electric vehicle owners have a seamless and enjoyable experience. This meetup isn't just about the destination; it's about the journey and the camaraderie we'll build along the way. It's a chance to connect with like-minded individuals who share a passion for the open road, discover new driving experiences, and simply enjoy a fantastic day out. Pack your favorite driving playlist, ensure your vehicle is ready for a memorable excursion, and get ready to create some incredible memories together. I can't wait to see you all there!...! We will decide a meeting point closer to the day.

Monopoly

Riverwood to Menai

This 16km walk starts at Riverwood station and follows Salt Pan Creek to Henry Lawson Drive. Passing over Padstow Heights, we head down and along the Georges River and cross Alfords Point Bridge. Passing under the Alfords Point bridge we will head up and over Alfords Point to Mill Creek. We follow a rough track along the banks of Mill Creek and finally take the Barnes Trail to Menai. At Menai we catch a bus to Padstow station and catch a train back to the city. Sections of track along side Mill Creek have been washed away or covered with debris after the heavy rains. This means that there might me some bush-bashing in a few places. The T8 train leaves Central Station at 8.30am (8:18am Wynyard), and arrives at Riverwood station at 9:01am. Meet outside station entrance on Belmore Rd. The walk starts at 9:15am. WHAT TO BRING. Please wear good bushwalking shoes and bring a hat, sunscreen, rain jacket, first aid kit, lunch and 2L of water. Note. Please remember that you attend our events at your own risk and that our Organizers do not accept any liability for any health or safety problems that occur during our events. All members will need to be Financial 2026 to join this walk. Please pay your annual $10 fee before you RSVP. Please do a direct debit deposit for Sydney: St George BSB 112879 ACC 016949122 Wendy Harvey. Please use your Meetup Profile name in the bank reference.

🎲 Speed Friending + Games Night 🍗🍽️ FREE Chicken 🍟CHIPS & Redbull can!

Meet new people without awkward small talk. This is a relaxed social night designed to make conversations start easily — using **simple games**, **short speed-friending moments**, and lots of open mingling. No pressure. No dating vibes. No forced networking. — 🔥 **FREE FOOD BONUS (LIMITED)** First **50 people** to arrive get: 🍗 **FREE Chicken** 🍟 **FREE Chips** ⚡ **FREE Red Bull** — 🎲 **HOW IT WORKS** You arrive → grab food or a drink → jump into easy games that spark conversations. Move around freely. Talk to anyone. Skip anything you don’t feel like. 👋 Come solo or with friends — both work. — ⏰ **This fills fast** Tickets help lock your spot + bonus food is limited. 👉 **[Get tickets now](https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/speed-friending-games-night-free-quarter-chicken-chips-redbull-tickets-1979837987717?aff=oddtdtcreator) 🙋‍♀️💕** **⏳ (dont wait until sold out)**

Secret Foodies: Japan to Peru

For one night only, follow the trail from Japan to Peru with a bold Nikkei dining experience made for curious food lovers. Expect refined Japanese technique paired with punchy Peruvian flavours, flowing matched wines and a welcome cocktail to start the night. The exact CBD location stays secret until two hours before the event, adding an extra layer of intrigue to this limited-seat foodie adventure. **Date:** Wednesday 25 February **Time:** 7:00pm – 10:00pm **Location:** Sent via SMS 2 hours prior (hint: Sydney CBD) **Tickets:** $150 including welcome cocktail, multi-course menu + matched wines **Dietary requirements:** Catered for with 7 days’ notice Tickets are limited, grab them now: https://tickets.iwannaticket.com.au/event/japan-to-peru-copy-gmaeyz

CRIME 101 at HOYTS MANDARIN CHATSWOOD

CRIME 101 at HOYTS MANDARIN CHATSWOOD - 140 min — (Mature themes, violence, coarse language and sexual references) --- Set against the sun-bleached grit of Los Angeles, CRIME 101 weaves the tale of an elusive jewel thief (Chris Hemsworth) whose string of heists have mystified police. *CRIME 101* is a 2026 American crime thriller film directed by Bart Layton, based on Don Winslow's 2020 novella. The Amazon MGM Studios production, stars Chris Hemsworth, Mark Ruffalo, Barry Keoghan, and Halle Berry. It follows an elusive jewel thief pursued by a detective during a series of high-stakes heists along the Pacific Coast Please only RSVP when you are certain you will be attending. The movie starts at 6.10pm and of course seated near the box office, will meet you about 20 minutes before. You can purchase your CHEAP TUESDAY HOYTS ticket on-line via the link below OR at the box office on the night. [https://www.hoyts.com.au/movies/crime-](https://www.hoyts.com.au/movies/crime-101)***[101](https://www.hoyts.com.au/movies/crime-101)*** Any questions or messages please put in the comment section below OR if on the afternoon of the event, then please sms text me on 0400442000 - Ta Kingsley

Cooks River Circuit via Two Valley Track🚶🏼‍♀️🚶🌿 🦆 🛶 🌼 🦜 🌸

⚠️ FOR YOUR SAFETY & ENJOYMENT, PLEASE READ DESCRIPTION BELOW FULLY BEFORE YOU CLICK ‘Attend’! \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* 🗓 DATE: Sunday, 1 March 2026. ⏰ MEETING TIME: 9.50am. 🚊 MEETING POINT: Wolli Creek station - Discovery Point Place entry/exit, across the road - at rhe park bench opposite VN Vietnamese Street Foods. 🚆 END POINT: Tempe station or Wolli Creek station that may suits you. \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* 🥾 DISTANCE: 13km circuit. 🥾 GRADES: 🚶🏼‍♀️Mostly Easy - on a fairly flat shared paths for the first 7 km walking along the river, local parks, local roads and saltmash area. 🚶‍♂️Moderate - the last 6 km walking along the creek, bushlands parts of Two Valley Track and Wolli Creek Regional Park. 💪🏽 Reasonable fitness recommended due to uneven rocky surfaces, gentle ups and downs hills, short stair climbs and creek crossings. 💪🏽 Tracks expected to be wet, muddy and slippery at few sections. 🚶‍♂️NOTE:- few get-out points along the way. \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* 📸 WHAT TO EXPECT: 🚶‍♂️This is a hidden gem walking through mixture of local suburban roads, lush bushlands, beautiful reserves and along picturesque Cooks River shared foot and bicycle paths. 🌸 This is a great opportunity for photo sessions and selfies for wildflowers and wildlife. 🦇 We will see bats (flying foxes) colony nearly at the end of the bush track. Refer photos 2 and 3. 🦇 🦇 ⚠️ IMPORTANT INFORMATION ⚠️ 📝 TERMS & DISCLAIMER: Attending this event is voluntarily at your own risk. Organiser/s accepts no liability of any kind including injuries, accidents, misadventure etc during and after this event. For full disclosure on Public Waiver, please refer to Meetup Terms and Conditions and the front page of this group on ‘About Us’. ✅ You must assess your own fitness and ability before participating in this event. ✅ You are responsible for looking after your own health, safety and belongings. ✅ You must adhere and follow the instructions from your organiser/s at all times during this event. ✅ You must take personal accountability for your own choices, actions and/or misadventure. If you’re not sticking with the group or getting lost during the walk, you’re responsible for finding your own way out. The group DO NOT wait for you! ✅ You must also take care not to put other people at risk. ✅ Keep well back from cliff edges at all times, ❎ If you do not wish to be photographed (randomly or group photos), please DO NOT join this event! ❎ NO facilities or cafes on the trails, so please come well prepared. ❎ NO smoking on the walk including during photo stops and lunch break. ❎ NO pets including service dogs are permitted on my events. You may join pet friendly walking group instead. ✅ If you’re bringing a guest/s under 18 years old, please let me know by TEXT message for confirmation. ✅ Please be mindful and respectful to members and guest/s from diverse backgrounds. This is not a dating event. ✅ If something’s come up, please Edit your RSVP to ‘Not Going’ asap at least by 7pm the day before. It’s only take a second! ❎ Late cancellation or No Show would not be tolerated. You will forfeit the opportunity to join my future events! \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* 🎒WHAT TO BRING: 👕 Comfortable outfit for the weather preferably hiking gear. Jeans or cotton t-shirt may not be suitable for this walk. 🥾 Sturdy good grip walking shoes or hiking boots highly recommended. 💦 At least 1.8L of WATER (limited refills), Hydralyte or sports energy drinks. 🥪 Snacks and packed LUNCH, 🧢 Hat, sunscreen and insect repellent ie. Bushman or Aerogard etc. ⛑ Basic First Aid kit ie. bandages, antiseptic wipes, pain reliever and hand sanitiser. 🧥 Light raincoat or a poncho ($2 from Kmart, Bunnings or variety shops) just in case of wet weather. 🤩 Great sense of fun and adventure. \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* 💵 GRATUITY 💵 $5 CASH per person for this event to be collected at the start of the walk. ✅ Please bring correct change on the day to speed up the meet and greet process. 📱Or PayiID to my mobile: 0405038557. Ref: (your Meetup name) & Wolli Creek. ✅ Please done it asap upon arrival and TEXT me receipt of payment. \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* 🚊 Check Opal Trip Planner for public transport services, weekend trackwork etc. https://transportnsw.info/trip 🚗 Carpark at the station or side streets. 🏃‍♂️ Please leave home with plenty of travel time and arrive promptly. It’s rude and disrespectful for turning up late! 📲 Any questions, please send me a TEXT message well before meeting time. Note that I DO NOT answer calls or text messages on the day after meeting time. 🌿 Let’s explore and enjoy the great outdoors! 🌿 Norra 😎 📱 0405038557 (TEXT & PayID only)

Sirat (2025) + Dinner/ Drinks

Stories that Stir®: Ideas Shape The World, But Stories Make Them Real.

Big ideas don’t live only in books—they come alive when we wrestle with them together. They spark something when they’re questioned, shared, and grounded in real human experience. Storytelling is where ideas leave the page and enter lived reality, turning concepts into insight and insight into meaningful change. When a story is told with honesty and depth, it invites us not just to think differently, but to see differently. Storytelling turns concepts into insight, inviting reflection, connection, and a deeper understanding of ourselves and the world around us. Listen closely, and ideas don’t just inform—they resonate, awaken, and stick. **Stories that Stir®** events are designed to break down barriers, stir conversation, and inspire positive change. At each event, six people share a raw and personal story linked to a theme. Themes are juicy, emotive topics such as FREEDOM, TRUTH, EXPECTATIONS, CONNECTION etc. Audience members rave about how good it feels to spend a lovely evening, listening to other people’s funny, moving, and inspiring stories and how connected to humanity the event makes them feel. Come and listen to six storytellers, who will each share their 10-minute raw and personal story on the theme BEGINNINGS in all its shapes and forms. You’ll meet incredible people, maintain and increase your networks, and become known as someone who is doing something outstanding for your community and humanity. Tickets include a delicious grazing table to enjoy before the storytelling begins. Food allergies are catered to. **Meet your Storytellers:** **Twist of Fate – Rowena Robinson** Rowena had a tough start to life growing up in Housing Projects and later moving to the ghetto streets of South Central LA. She was determined to get out of there as she was certain she’d die if she didn’t, but had no idea how she would accomplish this. Sport and gymnastics in particular gave her a chance at a new beginning, not without a huge dose of tenacity and a few miracles thrown in for good measure. **For my Daughters – Victor Simone** Thursday ended perfectly for Victor and his family. Friday started like any other, with Victor heading to work, his wife Liz taking the girls to school, and meeting friends for coffee. A quick morning call with Liz; and a few hours later, Victor received a call from a friend that changed everything … that day was the beginning of his life as a single parent, shifting priorities and the reinvention of myself. **Mum of 14 – Toby Leider** At age 20, Toby met her husband, who qualified her five dealbreakers, which included a very large family. Her dream was shattered when she was told by the doctor that due to medical complications she couldn't have more than two children. Her Rabbi blessed and prayed for them and encouraged her to have natural birth after three cesareans. Not giving up her dream, through tears and hope, miraculously child [#3](https://www.storiesthatstir.com/search/posts?query=%23#3) was born with the Rabbis blessings, and 11 more after! **Blind Faith – Bashir** Born legally blind, Bashir discovered that true vision comes from within. It began with the courage to be curious enough to explore what he could achieve despite his limitations. This was the beginning of his portal to purpose, guiding him to awaken the transformative power of inner vision. **Invincible - Caroline Hey** As the saying goes, “Life happens when you have other plans.” After building a life that Caroline thought was creative, and nothing at all that her family expected of her, she still had the feeling that she wasn't on her destined path. That message became unmistakeably clear when she turned thirty. New beginnings were something she was accustomed to, in fact she chased them. Yet, this one was something different. Becoming invincible and being taught a superpower no one in the Western world talked about, was what life had planned for. But being invincible comes with its challenges. **Finding Belonging - Saurabh Kaura** Saurabh moved to Sydney in 2019 feeling excited, anonymous, and quietly overwhelmed. He spent years in sales roles, having conversations all day, yet often feeling disconnected once work ended. He was deeply introverted and struggled to feel like he belonged in his new country. Small steps with starting a podcast, a rapidly growing walking group and coffee meetings with a wide range of people became his way of finding confidence, connection, and community before he even realised what he was building. **\* Trigger warning:** Story content may include sensitive topics such as trauma, suicide, death etc. Earlybird ticket sales end on Sunday 8 Feb 2026: [https://www.storiesthatstir.com/event-details-registration/stories-that-stir-r-beginnings](https://www.storiesthatstir.com/event-details-registration/stories-that-stir-r-beginnings)

Biomedical Engineering and Cyborgs

We're the Biomedical Engineering, Medical Instruments, Cyberware, Cyborg, and Transhuman discussion group. We aim to gather a community to discuss all things from the convergence of medicine, technology, engineering and philosophy. Anyone is welcome from students, to professionals, to hobbyists and more, theirs something for everyone. Come join us for food and drinks. With regular guest speakers our calendar of events in which anyone is welcome. We discuss all things biomedical engineering. Come join us as we host, participate and discuss in all things; * Biomedical engineering & healthcare * Science and Philosophy * Cyberware, Prosthetics, Brain-Computer interfaces and more * Cyborgs, Trans/Post-humanism * Rights, Standards, and Laws * Commercial and private ventures * Careers and networking session * Open source, volunteer, community projects of interest If you can't attend you can join this link to participate: (PLEASE COMMENT BEFOREHAND as If attendance is low I may not stream) https://meet.google.com/nwr-gkzd-eju?pli=1

BORONIA Wed. 5.00pm Twilight PIP Madness with POP MUSIC-Join us.NO FIRST TIMERS.

NO FIRST TIMERS - see below please. Get ready for a late afternoon twilight session of pickleball fun in the beautiful park setting with POP PICKLEBALL PUNCHY SOUNDS TO GET THE ADRENALIN PUMPING!!! PIP Members free, non members $10.00 If unable to attend, please edit your RVSP and move yourself to "Not Going". DISCLAIMER: In accepting your RSVP to attend any of our events, you agree to voluntarily assume all risk of injury to yourself or damage to your property, however arising out of this event. You further agree not to hold the host and/or organizer of this event liable for any injury to yourself or damage to your property. FIRST TIMERS: You are not allowed to play in a social session until you have had a lesson so that you understand the rules and basic tactics. Coaching sessions are available from our club at a cost of $15.00 and are on this portal.

EASTWOOD Wed. 7pm Advanced 4+ ONLY. BOOK VIA WAITLIST.

This Advanced Play session is for players who play tournaments at 4.0 level and above . To maintain the high standard of play therein, the participant is required to have DUPR rating of 4+ with minimum reliability of 80%. On an exception basis a participant with a DUPR rating of less than 4 may be admitted but you will have been assessed by the advanced session grading commitee that your level is suitable to join this session. If you have previously played in advanced sessions with other club, it is not a guarantee you will be admitted here, subject to the above criteria . Please contact Rakesh (0422 369 231) or Nathan (0418 213 718) to discuss eligibility. All MeetUp bookings will initially be waitlisted. Your status will be updated to “Going” once you are deemed qualified to join. This is a club event; however, non-members are welcome to attend for a $10 fee. There are 12 courts available for the session. DISCLAIMER: In accepting your RSVP to attend any of our events, you agree to voluntarily assume all risk of injury to yourself or damage to your property, however arising out of this event. You further agree not to hold the host and/or organizer of this event liable for any injury to yourself or damage to your property