Bird Watching Melbourne

Witcher Fans Park Hang ⚔️ Play Gwent & Meet Fellow Witchers

Calling all Melbourne Witcher fans! Bring your Gwent decks, some honey cakes, a picnic rug and good vibes for a wholesome little afternoon on the Continent (aka the park). Whether you’re a seasoned Gwent champion or you’ve never played a round in your life and always avoided it in your playthroughs - everyone’s welcome! Come meet fellow Witcher nerds, talk lore, make some new friends and hopefully find your very own chosen family of people who are just as obsessed with the Witcher universe as you are. 🖤 Come solo, bring a friend, bring your best Geralt impression… cosplays of course encouraged! See you on the Path! ⚔️✨

Safari at the Werribee Open Range Zoo

Join me for a full day out at Werribee Open Range Zoo — open grasslands, a free safari bus ride past rhinos, giraffes and zebras, and keeper talks running right through the day. It's one of those places that feels a long way from the city without actually being far at all. We'll travel out together by public transport. Meet me at Boost Juice inside Southern Cross Station at 7:45am, we'll walk to the platform together and catch the 8:04am train, then the connecting bus to the zoo, arriving around 9:29am. If that's too early for you, you're very welcome to make your own way there and meet us at the zoo entrance instead — just let me know so we can look out for you. Once we're in we'll take our time: hop on the safari bus, catch a few keeper talks, wander the walking trails and stop for lunch somewhere along the way. It's a relaxed day, not a race to see everything. One important thing: a Meetup RSVP is not a zoo ticket. Zoos Victoria asks that every person pre-books their entry online, so please sort your own ticket before the day. **Who this is for** * Anyone who enjoys animals, walking and a slow, easygoing day out * Great for first-timers to the zoo and for people new to Melbourne * No fitness requirement, though there's a fair bit of walking on flat paths — comfortable shoes matter more than anything * Coming solo? Perfect. Most people do, and it's an easy group to slot into **Links** * Meetup start point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/sfyVPt3akkGBKxrF9 * Werribee Open Range Zoo: https://www.zoo.org.au/werribee/ * Tickets / membership: https://www.zoo.org.au/werribee/whats-on/events/entry/ * Free safari bus: https://www.zoo.org.au/werribee/free-safari-bus/ * Animal and keeper talks: https://www.zoo.org.au/werribee/animal-talks/ * Interactive zoo map: https://werribeeopenrangezoo.maptivateapp.com.au/ * Cafes and facilities: https://www.zoo.org.au/werribee/food-and-facilities/ **Timeline** * 7:45am – Meet at Boost Juice, Southern Cross Station, and say hello * 7:50am – Head to the train platform together * 8:04am – Train departs, then the connecting bus to the zoo * 9:29am – Arrive at Werribee Open Range Zoo (or meet us here if you're travelling separately) * Through the day – Safari bus, keeper talks, walking trails and a lunch stop * 4:33pm – Catch the bus, then the train back to the city * 5:44pm – Arrive back at Southern Cross Station, and the meetup wraps up **Tickets / cost** * Everyone books and pays for their own zoo entry online in advance. * If you have a Zoos Victoria membership, bring it along. **Transport** * We're going by train and bus from Southern Cross Station, so bring a myki with enough balance to get you there and back. * Driving instead? There's parking at the zoo — just plan to meet us at the entrance around 9:30am. **Bring** * Your pre-booked zoo ticket and your myki * Water bottle * Hat, sunglasses and sunscreen — much of the zoo is open and exposed * A light jacket or rain layer * Lunch and snacks if you'd rather pack your own; otherwise there are cafes on site **Expect** * Difficulty: Easy — flat, mostly sealed paths * Pace: Relaxed, with plenty of stops * Vibe: Friendly, chatty and low-pressure * Group style: We'll stay loosely together, but you're free to peel off and explore at your own pace and rejoin us **Important notes** * This is a casual social meetup arranged so we can head out to the zoo together. It isn't run by, affiliated with, or endorsed by Zoos Victoria or Werribee Open Range Zoo. * Your RSVP here is not a ticket and doesn't guarantee entry — please book directly with the zoo. * Safari bus and talk times are set by the zoo and can change without notice, so we'll check the board when we arrive and work around whatever's running. * Public transport timetables can change or be disrupted. I'll do my best to keep everyone together, but please keep an eye on your own connections, especially on the way home. * It's an outdoor day, so dress for the weather. Some animals may be less visible in heat or rain — that's just how open range works. * Please look after yourself on the day: stay hydrated, follow all zoo rules and staff instructions, and take part within your own comfort and ability. You're joining at your own risk and are responsible for your own safety and wellbeing. * If your plans change, please update your RSVP so the numbers stay clear for everyone.

Local Catch-Up | Mitcham

Come along for a relaxed local catch-up at the Mitcham Hotel Bistro Bar. Meet new people, have a chat, and enjoy a drink or coffee. New people always welcome. I’ll have a bike helmet on the table so people can find the group. Please RSVP if attending so we know who to expect.

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Spirits of the Sky at Healesville Sanctuary

Join me for a full day out at Healesville Sanctuary — a bushland wildlife sanctuary in the Yarra Valley, home to Australian animals like platypus, dingoes, koalas, wombats and a lot of very good birds. It's an easy, relaxed day: plenty of walking through the bush, keeper talks scattered through the day, and the Spirits of the Sky presentation where birds of prey fly right over the crowd. We'll meet at Boost Juice inside Southern Cross Station at 7:45am, say hello, and head to the platform together around 7:55am. The 8:09am train and connecting bus get us to the Sanctuary at about 10:19am. From there we'll wander the grounds as a group, catch as many animal and keeper talks as we can fit in, and make sure we're set up for Spirits of the Sky. We'll start heading back on the 4:26pm bus and reach Southern Cross at about 6:22pm, where the meetup wraps up. If you'd rather drive, you're very welcome to skip the train and meet us at the Sanctuary entrance instead — just let me know so we can look out for you. One important thing: this is a casual social meetup so we can go along together. It isn't run by, affiliated with, or endorsed by Healesville Sanctuary or Zoos Victoria. Please book your own entry ticket directly with them — an RSVP here doesn't include entry. **Who this is for** * Anyone who likes animals, bushland walks and an unhurried day out of the city * Good for all fitness levels — it's flat-ish walking on paths, but it's a big site, so expect to be on your feet for a few hours * Photographers and first-time visitors will all get a lot out of it * Coming on your own? Very welcome — most people at these meetups do, and it's an easy day to chat **Links** * Meetup start point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/sfyVPt3akkGBKxrF9 * Healesville Sanctuary: https://www.zoo.org.au/healesville/ * Tickets and membership: https://www.zoo.org.au/healesville/whats-on/events/entry/ * Spirits of the Sky: https://www.zoo.org.au/healesville/whats-on/events/spirits-of-the-sky/ * Spirits of the Sky video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HEdPvCQvP84 * Animal and keeper talks: https://www.zoo.org.au/healesville/animal-talks/ * Interactive map of the Sanctuary: https://healesvillesanctuary.maptivateapp.com.au/ * Cafés and where to eat: https://www.zoo.org.au/healesville/food-and-facilities/where-to-eat/ **Timeline** * 7:45am – Meet at Boost Juice, Southern Cross Station, and say hi (driving? meet us at the Sanctuary entrance instead) * 7:55am – Head to the platform together * 8:09am – Train, then connecting bus, out to Healesville * 10:19am – Arrive at Healesville Sanctuary * Through the day – Animal and keeper talks, Spirits of the Sky, and a wander around the grounds * Lunch – Grab something at one of the on-site cafés or eat the lunch you've brought * 4:26pm – Bus, then train, back towards the city * 6:22pm – Arrive at Southern Cross Station and the meetup ends **Tickets / cost** * Everyone books and pays for their own entry ticket online, in advance, directly with Healesville Sanctuary. * If you have a Zoos Victoria membership, bring it along * Train and bus fares are your own, and food and drinks on site are extra **Transport** * We're travelling by train and connecting bus from Southern Cross Station — bring a myki with enough balance for the return trip * Timings above are the ones I'm planning around; please check the PTV app on the day in case anything has changed * Driving instead is totally fine — there's parking at the Sanctuary. Just tell me beforehand so I know to look for you at the entrance * If you miss the 8:09am departure, don't panic — message the group and make your own way out, and we'll find you there **Bring** * Your pre-booked ticket or membership card * Myki with enough balance (if you're travelling with us) * Water bottle * Lunch and snacks, or money for the cafés * Sunscreen, hat and sunglasses * A jacket * Comfortable walking shoes **Expect** * Difficulty: Easy — walking paths and gentle slopes, no hills to climb * Pace: Relaxed, with plenty of stops * Vibe: Friendly and low-key, lots of looking at animals and chatting * Group style: We'll move around together, but no pressure — if you want to drift off and see something at your own pace, just meet us back up **Important notes** * This is a casual social meetup arranged so we can visit together. It isn't run by, affiliated with, or endorsed by Healesville Sanctuary or Zoos Victoria * Book your own entry directly with the Sanctuary — an RSVP here is not a ticket and doesn't include entry * Spirits of the Sky and the keeper talks are run by the Sanctuary and can change or be cancelled on the day, especially in poor weather. Check their site closer to the date * It's an outdoor day, so dress for the weather — the Yarra Valley is usually a few degrees cooler than the city * Please follow all Sanctuary rules and staff instructions, keep a respectful distance from the animals, and take part within your own comfort. You're joining at your own risk and are responsible for your own safety and wellbeing on the day * It's a long day with a decent amount of walking — please come prepared for that * If your plans change, please update your RSVP so numbers stay clear

Movie & Chat - Watch "Godzilla Minus Zero" at Village, Southland

**Please note:** This event has been posted on multiple Meetup groups. \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* **Meetup Time / Session:** TBC **How to find us:** Meet outside the Gold Class cinema entrance. **Film Duration:** 119 mins, i.e., about 2 hours \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* **Details:** You don't need to purchase your movie ticket beforehand. We will meet at the meetup location and wait about 15 minutes until everyone has arrived. We will then line up together to get our tickets and snacks for the movie so we can sit next to each other. **(Optional)** After the movie, we will go for a post-film chat and enjoy a drink/food. \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* You can access a discounted ticket price if you are a **Vrewards member**. Not a Vrewards member? **[Join now for FREE](https://villagecinemas.com.au/vrewards).** **Meetup Venue:** Village Cinemas, Southland - 1239 Nepean Hwy, Cheltenham, Victoria 3192. **\> Directions on [how to get there by car](https://villagecinemas.com.au/cinemas/southland?tab=about); or [how to get there by train](https://www.ptv.vic.gov.au/stop/1001/southland-station/0/train/#StopPage:::datetime=2024-12-30T10%3A38%3A24.933Z&directionId=-1&showAllDay=false&_auth=879472dc6ad13266ce18119ab192f14e882dcdb8fe511a14e585563cac243abe)** \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* If you have any questions, feel free to drop a message in the Comments section. I look forward to seeing everyone there! \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* **Watch Trailer:** **[Watch Trailer](https://villagecinemas.com.au/movies/godzilla-minus-zero)** **Synopsis:** GODZILLA MINUS ZERO picks up in 1949, two years after the tumultuous events of Godzilla Minus One, and continues the story of the Shikishima family as they face an all-new calamity. Additionally confirmed out of CinemaCon, Ryunosuke Kamiki, the hero who faced Godzilla’s terror in Godzilla Minus One, returns as Koichi Shikishima, and is joined by Minami Hamabe as Noriko Oishi, who miraculously survived Godzilla’s first attack on Tokyo. As a project Filmed For IMAX, GODZILLA MINUS ZERO was shot with high-definition digital cameras certified by IMAX, and optimized in sound and imagery unique to IMAX screens. Fans can look forward to seeing Godzilla presented to all new terrifying heights, making GODZILLA MINUS ZERO in a true cinematic event not to be missed. **Director:** Takashi Yamazaki **Cast:** Ryûnosuke Kamiki, Minami Hamabe, Miou Tanaka **Classification:** CTC **Genre:** Action, Adventure, Drama **Release date:** Thu 05 Nov 2026

The Keppell Lookout and Steavenson Falls Loop Hiking

**Whats App Group** [https://chat.whatsapp.com/FdCuP5eS0i768Y8IMtxmHf](https://chat.whatsapp.com/FdCuP5eS0i768Y8IMtxmHf?mode=gi_t) Sun Oct 25, 2026 **Meeting Point:** 09:00 am McDonald’s Clifton Hill, 199 Queens Parade, Fitzroy North VIC 3068, Melbourne **Reserve Carpool or Driver** [https://www.extremelyshy.com/melbourne&tctw2u](https://www.extremelyshy.com/melbourne&tctw2u) * Carpool: You will be assigned to a vehicle and receive the driver‘s info from email. Let the driver scan your QR code to access your carpool service. Keep a group with your driver. * Driver: You will receive driver instruction in your confirmation email. Scan the QR code from the passenger to provide your carpool service to get paid The Keppell Lookout and Steavenson Falls Loop is a popular, moderately challenging hiking trail located near Marysville in Victoria, Australia (about a two-hour drive from Melbourne). Trail Overview & Stats * **Length:** Approximately 11 km (6.7 miles) loop * **Duration:** 3.5 to 4.5 hours * **Elevation Gain:** Around 436 meters (1,430 to 1,594 ft) * **Difficulty:** Moderate * **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.

Catch up at the London

Daylight savings and warm evenings - what better excuse for a social get-together! The London Tavern is around 10 mins walk from Richmond Station and we will find a spot in the large undercover beer garden. Come along for some food, drinks and company... A chance to share some stories, catch up or to learn more about the club if you are thinking about joining. It's a 100 year old pub which is pretty cool, too. Wednesday night is Steak Night ($30). Menu is here: https://www.londontavernhotel.com/eat-drink

Botanical Gardens and Albert Park Lake and Pub Lunch (13 km, Easy)

✨ Unwind and Connect in CBD bar

It’s that time again ! 60c Chicken Wings

Saturday Morning Walk @ Ruffey Lake Park Templestowe 3106 🙋🏻‍♀️

Hi Radiant Ladies, Join us for a refreshing Saturday walk at Ruffey Lake Park. 👭 Walk at your own pace 🐕 Dogs welcome ☕ Coffee after 🌦️ We walk every Saturday (unless it’s pouring) New ladies welcome. See you! 







Leanne & Lyn 💕