The 5 new metro train stations and Christmas lunch (Confirmed)

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PLEASE NOTE: IT'S BEEN ANNOUNCED THAT THE METRO STATIONS WILL OPEN BY END OF NOVEMBER. SO WE WILL RUN THIS EVENT AS SCHEDULED ON 7 DECEMBER 2025.
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As we all know the 5 new metro stations will open in December and what an opportunity for us to photograph these new underground stations in the city - Anzac, Arden, Parkville, State Library and Town Hall.

We will spend between 30min - 45min in each station and begin our photographic exploration at Flinders station under the clock. We will then use underground walkways to Town hall station.

Schedule will be depend on the train running time.

We thought this will be a great opportunity to have our traditional Christmas get together for lunch in the city and to celebrate our group's achievements as photographers in 2025.

Information on photography for personal use only
https://www.metrotrains.com.au/filming-with-metro/
Please read the section on "Private photographers traveling through the station". If the Metro staff question you please show them this link in case they are not aware of it. I don't anticipate we will have any issue given it's published on their website. As we always do, please continue to respond respectfully if you are questioned.

Note: Please do not use any flash or tripod, and we suggest not photographing Metro Station staff.

Final Schedule (updated) - Note that the times are approximate.
9:15am - Meet under the clocks at Flinders Station - welcome and briefing.
9:30am - Walk using the underground walkways to the town hall station and explore the Town Hall Station.
10.25am - Re-group at the Town Hall Station platform.
10.31am - Catch the train to the State Library Station.
10:40am - Explore the State library station
11.25am - Re-group at the State Library platform.
11.34am - Catch the train to Anzac Train Station
11:45am - Explore the Anzac station
12:15pm - Christmas lunch - Trend Cafe and Restaurant (Unit 1/35 Coventry St, Southbank)
Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/6hPRsiKMKSgTH3W97
Menu: https://trendcafeandrestaurant.com.au/dinner-menu/
2.00pm - Re-group at the Anzac Station platform.
2.07pm - Catch the train to Parkville Station.
2.20pm - Explore Parkville Station
2.50pm - Re-group at Parkville Station platform.
2.56pm - Catch the train to Arden Station.
3.05pm - Explore Arden station
4.05pm - Re-group at Arden Station platform.
4.09pm - Catch the train to Town Hall Station. Use the Colin St exit to get to City Square.
4.20pm - Coffee and dessert at Time Out Cafe (Federation Square)
5.00pm - End of event

The times on this schedule are approximate and trains from each station run every 20 minutes apparently. We will endeavour to stay as close as we can to this schedule. Best to regularly check the postings on this page for our updates throughout the event.

Note: It will be free public transport every weekend from Dec - Feb 1

Town hall Station
Design:
Town Hall Station’s main concourse below City Square is a grand entrance hall with a roof supported by huge columns shaped like tree branches.
Town Hall Station’s Federation Square entrance will feature artwork by Maree Clarke.
Flinders Street Station to Federation Square and CBD South Station: New underground walkways will connect these key city points, improving access to the new Metro Tunnel station at CBD South.
Anzac Station
Design:
Anzac Station features a distinctive timber canopy, designed to blend into its leafy surrounds.
The station concourse features artworks by Melbourne artists Raafat Ishak and Fiona Hall.
State Library Station
Design:
The grand main entrance features 12m-high columns topped with massive beams, reflecting the classical architecture of the nearby State Library Victoria.
The artwork Forever at the station entrance is by Australian artist Danie Mellor.
Melbourne Central to State Library Station: An additional pedestrian link will connect these two major city stations.
Parkville Station
Design:
At the Grattan Street entrance the 54m-long glass and steel canopy and skylights draw natural light into the station.
The artwork Vernal Glade in the station concourse is by renowned Australian artist Patricia Piccinini.
Arden Station
Design
The station entrance features massive brick arches, reflecting North Melbourne’s rich industrial history and character.
The station facade features a major artwork by Australian artist Abdul Abdullah, Come Together.

Look forward to having you join us at this event and for our Christmas get together.

John and Rowan