Bouldering Melbourne

Reel Rock 20 Film Tour at The Astor Theatre

Join me for a night of climbing films at one of Melbourne's most beautiful old cinemas. Reel Rock is the climbing world's big annual film night, and this one is the 20th edition — big walls, hard projects, and a very enthusiastic crowd that tends to cheer at the screen. The 2026 program lists four films: Colin Haley on a winter solo push on Cerro Torre, Michaela Kiersch chasing the 5.15 and V15 double, adaptive climbers Ben Mayforth and Mo Beck, and Olympic champion Janja Garnbret on Bibliographie. Eventbrite lists the runtime as about 2 hours 30 minutes. We'll meet outside the doors of The Astor Theatre at 6:30pm, say hello, then head in together around 6:40pm to find seats before the films start at 7:00pm. Look out for me near the entrance on Chapel Street. This is a casual social meetup so we can go along together — it isn't run by, affiliated with, or endorsed by Reel Rock Film Tour, Adventure Entertainment, or The Astor Theatre. Please book your own ticket directly through the links below; an RSVP here isn't a ticket and doesn't include entry. **Who this is for** * Climbers of any level — boulderers, gym regulars, trad nerds, rope-gun wannabes * Anyone who just likes a good adventure documentary; no climbing experience needed * People who'd rather watch it with a group than on their own * Coming solo is completely fine — plenty of people do, and it's an easy one to turn up to by yourself **Links** * Meetup start point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/No6BF4VM1phPS94B8 * Tickets (Eventbrite): https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/reel-rock-20-film-tour-melbourne-tickets-1993928137735 * Reel Rock 20: https://www.reelrockfilmtour.com/home/au/ * 2026 program: https://www.reelrockfilmtour.com/program/2026-program/ **Timeline** * 6:30pm – Meet at the doors of The Astor Theatre and say hello * 6:40pm – Head inside and get seated * 7:00pm – Films start * 9:30pm – Films end and the meetup finishes **Tickets / cost** * You book and pay for your own ticket through the Eventbrite link above. * Ticket types and prices are set by the organiser and change over time — check Eventbrite for what's currently available. Early bird tickets are cheaper while they last. * Please book ahead. Reel Rock nights are popular and can sell out, and an RSVP here doesn't hold a seat for you. * Eventbrite lists this as a no-refunds event, so double-check the date before you buy. **Transport** * The Astor Theatre is at 1 Chapel Street, St Kilda, on the corner of Chapel Street and Dandenong Road. * Trams run along both Chapel Street and Dandenong Road, and Windsor station is a short walk away. * If you're driving, it's street parking in the surrounding streets — check the signs, and allow extra time to find a spot. **Bring** * Your ticket (on your phone is fine) * A jacket — evenings can be cool and the theatre can be too * Cash or card if you want snacks or a drink from the candy bar **Expect** * Difficulty: none, it's a cinema * Pace: relaxed — arrive, sit, watch * Vibe: friendly and a bit rowdy, in a good way * Group style: come and go as you please; we meet at the doors and sit together if seating allows **Important notes** * Please arrive by 6:30pm if you'd like to sit with the group. We'll head in at 6:40pm and can't wait around once the films start. * Seating depends on your ticket and how full the session is, so sitting together isn't guaranteed. * Times, films, and the program are set by the organiser and could change — the Reel Rock and Eventbrite pages are the source of truth. * Follow The Astor's house rules and staff instructions, and please be considerate of others during the screening. * If your plans change, please update your RSVP so the numbers stay clear for everyone.

Private Bouldering Class + Dinner

Saturday Climb

An afternoon at Urban Climb, Blackburn! If you haven't been to this gym before, you will need to do an induction. This gym also has a bouldering area. We typically start with a warm-up session from 2:00 to 2:30 PM before moving on to top-rope or lead climbing - through you’re welcome to start top-rope or lead as you prefer. If you’re looking for the host, they will be in bouldering area during the warmup. You can also spot the host on climbing wall, easily recognizable by a dangling ducks hanging from their harness.

Festival Indonesia Melbourne at Federation Square

Join me for a day at Festival Indonesia Melbourne, the city's big annual celebration of Indonesian culture, now in its 13th year! Federation Square fills up with traditional and contemporary performances, hands-on workshops, trade stalls and plenty of Indonesian food. We'll meet at the Angel sculpture by Deborah Halpern in Birrarung Marr at 10:00am, say hello, then stroll over to Federation Square together. From there we'll take in the performances, try a workshop or two, eat our way through the food stalls, and join the Goyang Pica-Pica Flashmob in the afternoon. If you'd like to dance along, the flashmob tutorial is linked below so you can learn the moves beforehand. Festival Indonesia says entry is free and open to all, so there's no ticket to buy. This is just a casual meetup so we can go along together. **Who this is for** * Anyone curious about Indonesian culture, music and dance * Foodies keen to try regional Indonesian dishes * Anyone up for a bit of fun dancing (totally optional – watching is fine too!) * Solo attendees are very welcome – it's a great way to meet new people **Links** * Meetup start point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Jv4cQXkJTRydrpNq8 * Festival Indonesia Melbourne 2026 Outdoor Festival: https://festivalindonesia.com.au/2026-outdoor-festival/ * Goyang Pica-Pica Flashmob tutorial: https://www.instagram.com/festivalindonesiamelb/reel/DeLLDTzznD-/ **Timeline** * 10:00am – Meet at the Angel sculpture by Deborah Halpern and say hi * 10:15am – Start walking towards the festival at Federation Square * 10:20am – Explore the cultural performances, workshops and stalls, and taste Indonesian food * Afternoon – Join the Goyang Pica-Pica Flashmob (exact time to be confirmed by the festival) * \~4:00pm – Meetup ends **Tickets / cost** * Festival entry is free * Food, drinks and anything you buy from the stalls are at your own cost **Transport** * The start point is in Birrarung Marr, a short walk from Flinders Street Station and Federation Square * Public transport is recommended – city parking on a busy Saturday can be limited and pricey **Bring** * Money for food and drinks * Water bottle * Sunscreen, a hat and an extra layer * Comfy shoes for walking (and dancing!) **Expect** * Difficulty: Easy – mostly wandering, watching and eating * Pace: Relaxed * Vibe: Colourful, lively and festive * Group style: We'll start together and move around loosely as a group **Important notes** * This is a casual social meetup so we can head along together – it isn't run by or affiliated with Festival Indonesia Melbourne. * The festival program and timings are set by the organisers and may change – check their website closer to the day. * It's an outdoor event, so dress for the weather. * It'll be crowded * Join in the dancing at your own comfort level, and look after yourself on the day. * If your plans change, please update your RSVP so numbers stay clear.

Indoor Rock Climbing (Urban Climb Blackburn ) - First-time to Advanced

**Urban Climb Blackburn** Never climbed before? No worries at all! You're very welcome here! Just complete a quick safety induction when you arrive and the staff will walk you through everything you need to know to climb safely indoors. It's easy, friendly, and won't take long. The venue has plenty to enjoy, including a bouldering cave, speed wall, sauna facilities, and sparkling water to keep you going. This group is primarily focused on rope climbing, top roping and lead climbing, but if you'd prefer to stick to bouldering while you find your feet, that's absolutely fine too! Many of our members have their lead pass and gear, but there's no pressure at all. **Finding us:** If you arrive on time, look for us gathered around the couches in the bouldering area. We're a friendly bunch, so just come and say hi! Running a little late? No stress, just let the staff up the front know you're with the Climb Meetup group and they'll make an announcement. Someone will come and find you and introduce you around. A few of our regulars also wear a black shirt with the old logo, so keep an eye out for those. **A note on numbers:** The meetup runs every Monday and many regular members come along independently without RSVPing through the group, so the crowd is often bigger than it looks on the attendee list! If you're ever unsure whether people will be there or worried it might be a tiny group, feel free to drop the organisers a message beforehand and we'll put your mind at ease. **Fees:** Entry is paid directly to Urban Climb. You can find current pricing at [urbanclimb.com.au/pricing](https://urbanclimb.com.au/pricing/). If you hold a climbing membership elsewhere, it's worth checking your member benefits as you may be eligible for a discount. For venue info and the first-time waiver, visit [urbanclimb.com.au/locations/blackburn](https://urbanclimb.com.au/locations/blackburn/). **Stay connected:** We also have a facebook group [https://www.facebook.com/groups/663576119053808](https://www.facebook.com/groups/663576119053808) with a chat function; a great way to connect with members before or after a session!

BattleKart Melbourne

Join me for a social night of BattleKart in West Footscray! BattleKart is electric go-karting with a twist: the track and game are projected onto the floor, so you're racing, dodging and collecting power-ups like you're inside a real-life video game. We'll meet outside the BattleKart Melbourne gates at 5:30pm, say hello, then head inside together for check-in and the safety briefing. Our session starts at 6:15pm and runs for about 15 minutes, with 3x BattleRace and 1x BattleColor rounds. Afterwards, anyone keen can grab an optional dinner nearby. This is a casual social meetup so we can play together. It isn't run by or affiliated with BattleKart, so please book your own ticket directly with them. A Meetup RSVP does not include a kart or entry. **Who this is for** * Anyone who likes go-karts, video games, or a bit of friendly chaos * Beginners welcome, no racing experience needed * Solo attendees are very welcome. Most people come on their own * BattleKart says riders must be at least 1.45m (4'9") tall **Links** * Meetup start point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Lguw65Mh8kggaa278 * BattleKart Melbourne / Tickets: https://www.battlekart.com/en/melbourne-west-footscray * BattleKart BattleRace video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VnlIQgg6UbE **Timeline** * 5:30pm – Meet outside the BattleKart Melbourne gates and say hi * 5:40pm – Head inside for check-in (BattleKart asks everyone to arrive 30 minutes before the session for the safety briefing) * 6:15pm – Session starts * \~6:30pm – Session ends and meetup finishes * After – Optional dinner at a nearby place for anyone keen **Tickets / cost** * Please book your own ticket directly on the BattleKart website before the night. BattleKart doesn't take walk-ins. * Choose **Saturday 31 October** and the **6:15pm** timeslot. * It will show as a yellow "Partially booked slot with enough free places", with **3x BattleRace and 1x BattleColor** game modes already selected. That's our session, so pick that one. * BattleKart's website currently lists adult sessions from A$65. Please check the price shown when you book. * Sessions take a maximum of 10 players, so spots are limited. Book early to secure yours. **Transport** * BattleKart says there's free on-site parking. * By train, it's about an 8-minute walk from West Footscray Station. **Bring** * Your booking confirmation * Comfortable clothes you don't mind moving in (no scarves or loose, dangly items) * A hair tie if you have long hair * Money for dinner if you're joining afterwards **Expect** * Difficulty: Easy to pick up, no experience needed * Pace: A short, fast-paced 15-minute session * Vibe: Fun, playful and a little competitive * Group style: Relaxed and social, and nobody cares where you finish **Important notes** * BattleKart asks everyone to arrive 30 minutes early for the safety briefing. They note that if you're late they may not be able to offer another timeslot or a refund, so please be on time. * This meetup is run independently and isn't affiliated with or endorsed by BattleKart. Your booking, payment and any refunds are between you and BattleKart. * Please follow all venue rules and staff instructions. Take part within your own ability. You're joining at your own risk and are responsible for your own safety and wellbeing on the night. * If your plans change, please update your RSVP so numbers stay clear.

TBC - 6 hours - Rogaining

Street Fighter Movie Night at IMAX Melbourne

Join me for a social movie night to see the new live-action **Street Fighter** on the giant screen at IMAX Melbourne! Set in 1993, the film follows Ryu and Ken as they're pulled back into the fight for the World Warrior Tournament. Big action, iconic characters and a huge screen – it should be a fun one whether you grew up mashing buttons in the arcade or have never played the games. We'll meet at the IMAX Melbourne ticket booth at 6:45pm to say hello, then head in for the 7:00pm session. The meetup finishes when the movie ends, around 9:00pm. This is a casual social meetup so we can see the film together – it isn't run by or affiliated with IMAX Melbourne. Please book your own ticket directly with IMAX; a Meetup RSVP doesn't include entry. **Who this is for** * Street Fighter and video game fans * Anyone who enjoys a big action movie on a big screen * People keen to meet new faces over a relaxed night out * No knowledge of the games needed * Solo attendees are very welcome **Links** * Meetup start point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/EXkTqUTP5vxCMj199 * Tickets: https://web.imaxmelbourne.com.au/order/showtimes/IMAX-23528/seats * Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xfMrTz1n0SQ **Timeline** * 6:45pm – Meet at the IMAX Melbourne ticket booth and say hi * 7:00pm – Movie starts * \~9:00pm – Movie ends and meetup finishes **Tickets / cost** * Book and pay for your own ticket directly through IMAX Melbourne using the link above * Seats are allocated when you book, so we may not all be sitting together – I've booked in row L, so if you'd like to sit near me, grab a seat around there * Booking in advance is recommended, as sessions can sell out close to release **Bring** * Your ticket * A light layer – cinemas can run cool * Money for snacks if you want them **Expect** * Vibe: Relaxed and social * Group style: Quick hello beforehand, then we all head in to watch the film **Important notes** * This meetup is arranged independently and isn't affiliated with, endorsed by, or organised by IMAX Melbourne * Your Meetup RSVP is not a ticket and doesn't guarantee entry – please book your own seat with IMAX * Please arrive by 6:45pm so we can say hello before heading in * Please follow all venue rules and staff instructions * If your plans change, please update your RSVP so numbers stay clear

Lake Mountain and Keppel Hut Loop (23 km Grade M-H)

HIKE - Lysterfield Lake to Lysterfield Hill loop (14km- Moderate)

Join as **Jade** leads us on a wildlife filled journey through Australian bushland, rocky paths and plenty of good views across Melbourne and beyond. This is a 14km loop beginning and ending at the main Lysterfield Lake carpark. Expect dense bushland,rocky terrain, the soothing sounds of nature, eucalyptus and wildflowers. ## 🥾 Terrain & Difficulty \*\*\*Australian Walking Track Grade: \*\*3 \*\ *\*Difficulty: \*\*Moderate \*\*\ *Terrain: \*\*Some Steep Sections, Bushland, dirt tracks, and gravel ##\*\ *🎒 What to Bring\*\* \*💧 3L of water \*🥙 Snacks and Lunch \*🤠 Hat and sunscreen \*First aid kit (optional) \*Hiking poles (optional) \*Electrolytes (optional) ## 👕 What to Wear \*🥾 Hiking boots or sturdy runners *👕 Moisture‑wicking clothing and wet weather gear as you see fit. \*🤠 A hat ## 📍 Meeting Point Spotted Gum Carpark -Horswood Rd, Narre Warren North VIC 3804 **Trail Route:** [https://www.alltrails.com/en-gb/trail/australia/victoria/lysterfield-loop-to-lysterfield-hill?sh=e6ztqg&utm_medium=trail_share&utm_source=alltrails_virality](https://www.alltrails.com/en-gb/trail/australia/victoria/lysterfield-loop-to-lysterfield-hill?sh=e6ztqg&utm_medium=trail_share&utm_source=alltrails_virality) Toilets: Available at the start point. Water: Bring your own; **no drinking water available on route.** My **mobile number is 0466980126,should anyone need to contact me.** ## • 🌦 Weather & Safety We hike in all conditions — rain, shine, mist, or cold — as long as it remains safe to do so. If weather conditions become **unsafe** (strong winds, storms, extreme heat, or track closures), we may modify or postpone the walk. Any updates will be posted on the event page. ## ❤️ About Walking With Grace & Our Hiking Community Walking With Grace is a faith‑inspired, non‑profit community that welcomes people from all backgrounds and beliefs. Our hikes are community‑led, volunteer‑run, and focused on connection, kindness, and enjoying nature together. This event is part of **club.hiking.org.au**, a free online hiking community where you can: *Download GPX files \*Share your outdoor adventures *Connect with other hikers \*Discover new trails and inspiration Because **Adventures Are Meant to Be Shared.** ## ✨ RSVP Etiquette If your plans change, please update your RSVP so we can plan well in advance and make space for others on the waitlist. ## 🌟 We Look Forward to Sharing This Adventure With You Every walk is a chance to slow down, breathe deeply, and enjoy the simple gift of being outdoors together. Whether you’re joining us for the first time or returning for another adventure, we’re grateful to have you with us. We look forward to sharing this experience with you — the conversations, the views, the quiet moments, and the joy of walking side by side. Because **Adventures Are Meant to Be Shared.** 🌟 **How Can You Help WWG?** If you have suggestions for walks you would like to do or can recommend please let us know. WWG is run by volunteers. Fees are incurred to run the group. If you would like to donate to help spread the cost, any contribution would be very gratefully received. **Bank Details: BSB 484799 ACC 481491970** **⚠️ Disclaimer** This is a social, community‑led outing rather than a guided or professionally supervised activity. By attending, you accept responsibility for your own safety and wellbeing. The route may include uneven ground, shallow water crossings, slippery surfaces, and natural hazards typical of bush environments. Please consider your fitness and comfort level, bring suitable gear, and look out for one another as we move through the terrain. If conditions change or anything feels unsafe, we’ll adjust the plan together as a group. Our volunteers carry first‑aid supplies, an emergency radio, and satellite navigation/communication devices. These are available to support the group, but they are not a substitute for personal preparedness. We also recommend having active ambulance cover whenever you take part in outdoor activities.

The Bluff Circuit: Cup Weekend Pack-Carry (25-28km Grade H)

Olinda Reserve Loop (17km Grade M-H)