Community Gardens Sydney

Cherry Blossom Festival in Auburn Botanic Gardens

SSP .TUE ..CHERRY BLOSSOMS Auburn

Today we walk the Auburn Botanical Gardens in Spring. We have timed this to avoid the endless crowds and catch the tail end of the cherry blossoms. The Azaleas and many more varieties of plants and shrubs are also photo worthy. Enjoy the later start time. If you require a morning coffee, there are a few cafes in close proximity to Auburn station. For coffee snobs, Auburn does not have a coffee culture like the CBD, but passable. We will have a quick look through the bird aviary at Auburn Botanical Gardens, then walk around the corner to the Auburn Tennis Club for lunch at noon in their bistro. After lunch we walk back to the Auburn Botanical Gardens to take images of the plants and flowers Depending on what time we decide to leave the Gardens we could stop at Auburn shopping area before catching the train home as there are many eateries and the possibility a pub. Auburn is a melting pot of cultures, Turkish, Nepalese, Pakistani, Afghani, Middle Eastern and Asian, so tasty and usually low priced. How to get There: Public Transport Meet at Stand A at Auburn Train Station for the S3 Direct bus to the Gardens departing at 11.15am. If you miss the direct S3 in the morning then catch the next 909 from the station area Stand B and tell the driver that you are going to the Gardens and get off the bus at the roundabout where Chiswick Street crosses over Cumberland Street (the bus travels along Cumberland Street). There is a coffee shop at this roundabout that has a black awning. Keeping the coffee shop on your right side, walk down Chiswick Street for 5 minutes and cross over busy Chisholm Road and you will see the Gardens in front of you and the Tennis Club is to your left on Chisholm Road (same side as the Gardens). When we get off the bus at the Gardens, walk to the Auburn Botanical Gardens bird aviary. The last direct S3 bus from the Gardens to the train leaves at 14.30 or if you want to stay longer, walk to Cumberland Road (see above directions) and catch the 909 back to Auburn Station at a time that suits. Car: Free parking at the car park or nearby streets at the Auburn Tennis Club, 181 Chisholm Rd, Auburn NSW 2144.

OVERCOMING ANXIETY - Free Coaching Session

**This is 1:1 call. After RSVP, someone from our team will contact you and send you calendly link for scheduling meeting** This is a free coaching session as a part of our promotional activity, created for individuals who are experiencing anxiety and want to regain a sense of inner balance and control 🌿 In this session, we will explore what anxiety means for you - what triggers it, how it shows up in your thoughts and body, and what keeps it active. You will be guided through a supportive conversation that helps you understand your inner processes more clearly, without judgment or pressure 🤝 The focus is not only on awareness, but also on practical steps. You will learn simple and effective techniques that can help you calm your mind, reduce tension, and respond differently in challenging moments. We will also look at how your patterns of thinking and emotional responses influence your experience, and how small shifts can create meaningful change over time 🔄 This is a safe space where you can openly share, feel heard, and begin building a more stable, grounded, and confident version of yourself 💬

Sydney Claude Community: From Beginners to Builders

Welcome to the Sydney Claude Community! Whether you are completely new to artificial intelligence or a seasoned developer looking to architect enterprise solutions, this meetup is your space to learn, share, and grow. AI is moving fast, and navigating it alone can be overwhelming. We’ve broadened the scope of this group to support everyone in our local community who wants to understand and leverage AI—specifically Anthropic’s Claude—no matter where you are on your journey. **What to Expect:** Grab a coffee and join us for relaxed, open discussions broken down into three main areas of focus: •⁠ ⁠The AI Explorers (Beginners): For those who don't know much about AI yet but are eager to explore, ask questions, and get hands-on experience in a welcoming environment. •⁠ ⁠The Professionals (Intermediate): For those who understand the basics of AI but want practical advice on how to implement it to help their teams, automate workflows, or support their companies. •⁠ ⁠The Builders (Advanced): For developers and consultants willing to dive deep, study AI architecture, and prepare for the official Anthropic certification exams. **Why Join Us?** As AI evolves, getting the right guidance is crucial. One of our co-organizers is an official Anthropic Partner and a newly Certified Claude Code Architect Professional. We are here to support the community, provide mentorship, share real-world use cases, and help you navigate the certification pathways. Come along to network, share your ideas, and learn how to make AI work for you! **About the Organizers & Partners** •⁠ ⁠Code Sydney (https://code.sydney/) •⁠ ⁠Community Partner: Seiment (https://seiment.com/)

Cherry Blossom Festival

Green Square Loop 5.5 km easy

Plant Doctors Monthly Workshop

The Plant Doctor and our little crew are passionately sharing the art of indoor house plant care, so that more people can have more greenery in their lives. Watching plants grow and thrive is such a rewarding experience (and stress-free once you know what you’re doing!) and plants are extremely good for our health and well-being. You can get your tickets here: **[Tickets](https://nautistudios.com.au/nauti-studios-event-sydney-glebe/p/sydneys-plant-doctors-monthly-workshop)**[ ](https://nautistudios.com.au/nauti-studios-event-sydney-glebe/p/sydneys-plant-doctors-monthly-workshop) Plus, our workshops are experiences which keep on giving! You get to take home a beautiful plant creation which you can watch grow and thrive, as well as you and your loved ones learning knowledge, craft, and creativity skills that you can use for a lifetime. We hold our plant workshops once a month on a Sunday You can get your tickets here: **[Tickets](https://nautistudios.com.au/nauti-studios-event-sydney-glebe/p/sydneys-plant-doctors-monthly-workshop)**[ ](https://nautistudios.com.au/nauti-studios-event-sydney-glebe/p/sydneys-plant-doctors-monthly-workshop)

🌈 🍂 Porters Pass, Colliers Causeway, Grotto, Waterfalls & Lookouts 🌲🐦‍⬛🍂

⚠️ FOR YOUR SAFETY & ENJOYMENT, PLEASE READ DESCRIPTION BELOW FULLY BEFORE YOU CLICK ‘Attend’! ******************************************** 🗓 DATE: Saturday, 22 August 2026. ⏰ MEETING TIME: 10.40am - late start! 🚆 MEETING POINT: (start & finish) Blackheath station - Station Street entry/exit. 🌍 Please use Google maps for exact location, not Meetup maps! ******************************************** 🥾 DISTANCE: 10.5km return. 🥾 GRADE: Moderate/slightly Hard on a relaxing pace, not snail pace! 💪🏽 Reasonable fitness recommended due to uneven rocky surfaces, ups and downs hills, steep stair climbs, creek crossings, rocks scrambling and a bit of bush bashing at few overgrown sections. 💪🏽Tracks expected to be wet, muddy and slippery in parts. ❗️NOTE:- this walk is not for whingers, those with fear of heights or hardcore fast walkers! ✅ This walk is more suitable for nature lovers, birdwatchers and keen photographers. ******************************************** 📸 WHAT TO EXPECT: 🚶‍♂️Upon arrival at Blackheath station, we will proceed on local roads to Porters Pass and Colliers Causeway enjoying the bushland and the wonderful views across the valley and rock formations. 🥪 We will have byo lunch break at Colliers Lookout overlooking the valley. 🚶‍♂️After lunch, we will continue our exciting exploration to few amazing lookouts and waterfalls with lots of photo stops and selfies. 🚶🏼‍♀️We’will then continue our adventure to Centennial Grove Grotto and Walls Ledge Track with great views and wildlife. 🚶‍♂️After enjoying time in the nature, we will head back to Blackheath station. 🍂 Optional - you may check out beautiful garden near the station and tree lined Autumn leaves. 🍂 🥧 There’s few shops, pubs, cafes and restaurants in the town centre if you like a bite to eat or a drinks before heading home 🍹 ******************************************** ⚠️ 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. ✅ 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, especially when taking photos. ❎ NO facilities or cafes on the trails, so please come well prepared. ❎ NO smoking of any kind on the walk including during photo stops and lunch break. ❎ If you do not wish to be photographed (randomly or group photos), please DO NOT join this event! ❎ NO pets including service dogs are permitted on my events. You may join pet friendly walking group instead. ✅ Please be mindful and respectful to members and guest/s from diverse background. This is not a datng 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 are not be suitable for this walk. 🥾 Waterproof hiking boots or good grip walking shoes highly recommended. 💦 At least 1.8L of WATER, Hydralyte or sports energy drinks. 🥪 Snacks and PACKED LUNCH. 🧢 Hat, sunscreen, insect repellent ie: Bushman or Aerogard and hand sanitiser. ⛑ Basic First Aid Kit - BandAids, bandages, antibacterial wipes etc. 🧥 Light raincoat or a poncho just in case of wet weather. 💵 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. 📱Or PayID to my mobile: 0405038557. Ref: (your name) & Blackheath. ✅ Please get it done asap upon arrival and TEXT me receipt of payment. Easy! ******************************************** 🚊 Check Opal Trip Planner for public transport services, weekend trackwork etc. https://transportnsw.info/ 🚗 Car park on Station Street or side streets. 🏃‍♂️ Please leave home with plenty of travel time and arrive promptly. If you’re running late, we don’t wait! ******************************************** ✍️ I will update further information during mid week on weather forecast, train schedule from Central etc. So relax! 😉 📲 Any questions or concerns, please send me a TEXT message instead to avoid any confusion. ❗️Note that I do not answer calls from unknown phone numbers or text messages after meeting time! 🍂 Let’s explore and enjoy the great outdoors! 🌿 Norra 😎 📱0405038557 (TEXT & PayID only)

"Wolli-Creek-Beverly-Hills" via-Cooks-River-Earlwood-Bexley-Kingsgrove! 14km!

**WHY WALK?** 1\. Walking increases blood flow to the brain\, improving memory almost instantly\! **The Walk Story:** "Wolli-Creek-Beverly-Hills" via-Cooks-River-Earlwood-Bexley-Kingsgrove! 14km! **Brand New Walk Sections:** New Tracks - Pathways - 14km Walk. Come live it up, yes! guys and girls, let's try! Variety is the spice of life. Hey guess what? Your body need an energy boost, just love this walk! **Meeting Time:** 10am. **Meeting Point:** Wolli Creek Station, go to top of stairs. Cafe opposite! We head to Mackey Park, **Warren Park**, then **Steel Park**, bathrooms, water fountain, rehydrate. Let's follow path to Beaman Park and Lang Road Bridge. We hug the Cooks River past **Ewen Park** until **Leslie Muir Reserve** then short break at Canterbury Woolworths! Creek Crossing to **Heynes Reserve**, Pat O'Conner Reserve and Hughes Park. Kingsgrove Walkway next until Beverly Hills Park. **Distance:** 14km **Type of Walk:** Paths, trails, tracks, walkways next to parks, rivers, creeks, gardens. **Difficulty:** Mostly Easy/Moderate (due of distance) **Walking Pace:** Easy steady pace at 4.25km-4.50 per hour. **What to Bring:** Comfortable outfit, boots/runners, a litre of water, snacks, hat, sunscreen, a raincoat just in case of wet weather. Bring your happy personality too! **Payment Please:** $10 cash on arrival or **PAY ID** 0435801602 George Palasty. **Contact:** George 0435 801 602 questions. combined with our other meetup groups!

Sunset Picnic @ Observatory Hill 🌇 🥳 Mark ATTEND to be updated

🌅 **Ella’s Sunset Picnic & Social 💜** 📍 **Follow [@Circles_AU](https://www.instagram.com/circles_au)** for live day-of updates. 💌 **DM [@Circles_AU](https://www.instagram.com/circles_au) early** for payment + **instant group-chat** **access**! At Observatory Hill — where golden hour hits different. ✨ Meet new people, vibe out, and take the prettiest sunset photos of your entire week. ✨ \*\*\* \#\# 💬 **What’s Happening** 🍓 **Sunset Picnic Snacks** — Delicious treats 😋 + soft vibes on the hill as the sky turns gold 🌇 **Golden Hour Selfies** — Observatory Hill’s iconic view = *elite* photo energy 🙋‍♀️📸 💛 **New Friends Energy** — gentle talk prompts, easy-flow interactions, zero awkward pauses 📸 **Selfie Challenge** — who captures *the* envy-inducing golden hour moment? \*\*\* \#\# 🧃 **Icebreaker Time** Nickname stickers + soft intros + fun “warm-up” games so everyone settles in fast. 🎤 **Conversation Prompts & Mini Missions** Themed questions + friendly mini challenges guided by the host — natural, smooth, social. 🎲 **Mini Game Time** Quick, cozy, connection-boosting games — playful but chill. 🌃 **Sunset Walk & Chill** As the sky shifts from gold → pink → purple, stroll in small groups, chat, laugh, take photos, and vibe. \*\*\* \#\# 🍴 **SPECIAL MENU — THIS WEEK ONLY** (**Arrive on time** to enjoy the good stuff 👇) 🍉 **Fresh Fruit Salad Cups** **🍇 Sweet Grapes** 🍕 **Hot Fresh Pizza** 🍗 **Juicy Korean Fried Chicken** 🍱 **Kimbab** **🍣 Sushi** 🍪 **Aussie Favourites** **🍰 Cheesecake bites** *Arrive early = best picks.* \*\*\* \#\# 📍 **Location:** Observatory Hill Park, Sydney \#\# 🕕 **Time:** 3:30 PM (come early for peak golden hour) \#\# 👗 **Dress Code:** Casual–chic / picnic aesthetic \#\# 🎟️ **Tickets include:** Snacks + fully hosted social experience \*\*\* \#\# 🎫 **GET TICKETS [HERE](https://www.meetup.com/circles-social-club/events/314504878/?eventOrigin=group_upcoming_events)** **[some special Early discounts available] for earlybirds 🐣💕** or **DM** **[@Circles_AU](https://www.instagram.com/circles_au)** “**PICNIC**” to skip Eventbrite fees + get the early discount. 💬 After booking, you’ll be added instantly to the private event group chat. **DM [@Circles_AU](https://www.instagram.com/circles_au) “done”** after payment to unlock VIP group chat access 💜 \*\*\* \#\# 💕 **IMPORTANT** 💕 📍 **Follow [@Circles_AU](https://www.instagram.com/circles_au)** for day-of updates! 😇 **[Message early](https://www.instagram.com/circles_au)** to be added to the Instagram/WhatsApp chat — if everyone messages last minute, it gets chaotic. 🌸 **DM [@Circles_AU](https://www.instagram.com/circles_au) NOW if you want in** — early DM = possible discount + guaranteed spot.

[COMING SOON] Circles NEXT Big Event! Mark ATTEND for updates 🎉

Something is coming! 👀 Mark ATTEND to join our next big event! Get updates!

Under 39s & Carers/Families: cafe and walk in Waverton.