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West Ryde - MONDAYS - Indoors - Bennelong Centre - Beginners Welcome

**JOIN US FOR A FUN MORNING OF INDOOR PICKLEBALL AT THE NEW $100 MILLION BENNELONG SPORTS CENTRE, WEST RYDE.** **ALL LEVELS INCLUDING BEGINNERS ARE WELCOME.** We have 12 INDOOR courts. **IMPORTANT NOTE FOR BEGINNERS:** **BEGINNERS WILL BE GUIDED & ASSISTED.** **Please REGISTER AND PAY AT RECEPTION prior to entering the Pickleball courts area. Note: Cost is $10 for 3 hours.** Play Pickleball in a friendly, relaxed environment. If possible please familiarise yourself with the basic rules of the game here: [https://youtu.be/fTvPYdKZqO0](https://youtu.be/fTvPYdKZqO0) Bring a paddle, water, and a sense of fun. **We have paddles to borrow at no cost.** Wear comfortable clothing and non-marking tennis or indoor sports shoes ... no sandals, thongs or other less supportive shoes. **Note:** **1\. If you change your attendee status\, please do so by 9pm on the night PRIOR the event\. This will allow waitlisters time to amend their commitments and attend\. Failure to do so without good reason will be regarded as a Late Withdrawal\.** **2\. I will monitor "No Shows" and "Late Withdrawals" and I will act upon repeat offenders\.** **3\. I advise Waitlisters not to show up hoping to play as they will not be accepted to participate and I will act upon offenders\.\.** 22A WINBOURNE STREET, WEST RYDE. FREE PARKING! Read less

Linear Park Trail (Paradise)

A loop walk of about 7kms along a picturesque section of the linear park trail. Includes a stop for coffee at the golf club.

Arts Factory Talent Show

Show off your skills and shine bright at the Arts Factory Talent Show—where creativity meets fun in person!

Meet for a walk at Brighton Baths 10am

Meet outside Brighton Baths for a 1 hour return walk towards Elwood. Then relax with a coffee and chat at the Brighton Yacht Club. Jane is away - please make welcome anyone new to our walk Parking is free if you have a Bayside beach parking sticker. Otherwise try your luck for 2hr free parking in Chelsea or Grosvenor streets.

WINNER’S CIRCLE $10 LUNCH at Aspley Leagues Club. Must bring $1.00 coin 🍽️🍷

Winners’ Circle Lunch 
Everyone joining this event must bring a One Dollar Coin. You might go home $1.00 poorer but you will have had a great cheap day out. 
On the plus side: A CHANCE OF SHARING A MILLION DOLLARS BETWEEN ALL OF THE GROUP AND A GREAT VALUE LUNCH WITH A LOT OF LAUGHS. 💰💰💰🍽️🍺🍷🥂😍✅
Excellent lunch for $10.00
This should be an another fun day for all.
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#016 - BRISBANE MEETUP + CAFE EVENT - (FREE SAUSAGE SIZZLE!*)+drink specials

INTERNATIONAL EVENT with maybe some free food and drinks. NEW TIME: 3:30PM to 5PM+ in February for the cafe with sausage sizzle event. Some extra drink and food specials available also. Meet at AVANTI inside LATIN HUB. Message from AVANTI below: \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 🌏Brisbane International Language Exchange Meetup @ AVANTI Education Join us for a friendly international language & cultural exchange event in Brisbane! This meetup is designed for: \- international students \- Working Holiday participants \- English learners \- people interested in cultural exchange and studying abroad Hosted in collaboration with AVANTI Education, a Brisbane-based education agency supporting international students and study abroad opportunities. 🌟Practice English and meet international friends ⭐Enjoy a welcoming and respectful environment 📍Location: AVANTI Education inside LATIN HUB Level UG, 123 Charlotte St, Brisbane City 📝Important: All attendees are required to complete AVANTI check-in registration upon arrival (link) https://info.avantiedu.com/mondaymeetupavantieducation We look forward to seeing you there!

Harry Potter: The Exhibition

Harry Potter: The Exhibition is a touring experience that delights fans worldwide with authentic film props, exclusive behind-the-scenes looks, and fun interactive surprises to find. Feel the nostalgia and the magic while celebrating some of your favourite moments from the Harry Potter series. With authentic film props, interactive displays, hands-on activities, and unique in-depth set pieces, the exhibition is designed to be explored through sight, sound, touch-and even smell. Feel the nostalgia and the magic while celebrating some of your favourite moments from the Harry Potter series. .

Monday Beginner Social Tennis @ Royal Park TC

**PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING DETAILS:** This group is suitable for a beginner type player only. **YOU WILL NEED TO REGISTER AND PAY VIA THE ATTACHED LINK TO SECURE YOUR SPOT:** https://play.tennis.com.au/RoyalParkTennisClub/Coaching **Players who just register their interest on Meetup, do not have their spots secured and may miss out.** **Registration Opens:** 6 Days in advance at 9am **Registration Closes:** Close 6pm the day *before* the event. This is to finalise player numbers and organise a playing roster. **Social Tennis Structure:** * Location: Royal Park Tennis Club (333 The Avenue, Parkville, Melbourne) * Day: Monday * Time: 5.30pm-7.30pm * Cost: $18 for Non-Members, $12 for Members. * Participants will play some casual games of tennis: emphasis on learning about tennis, improving your serve, trying to get the ball into play, and having fun. \*\*\* *Please note there is no coaching for this program.* * Balls are provided each week. * Racquets are available for hire if required. * Some refreshments are available for purchase. * Please remember to wear shoes suitable for tennis! * Maximum of 8 spots for each session.

"De-Stress" Social Gaming (Parramatta)

\*\*\* Details on how to find us and parking is below. Start your week with a fun social evening playing Euro-style games that are easy to learn and have interesting tactical play. I typically bring a selection of the following: 6 Nimmt; PARKS; Aeon’s End; Alhambra; Broom Service; Carcassonne; Calico; Cascadia; Catan; Codenames; Couture; Deep Sea Adventure; Dixit; Century: Spice Road; Dominion; Earth; Ecosystem; Fantasy Realms; Harmonies; Ishtar: Gardens of Babylon; Kingdomino; Living Forest; Lost Cities; Meadow; Paperback; Perch; Project L; Res Arcana; Scout; Sea Salt & Paper; Skyjo; Splendor; Splendor Duel; Sprawlopolis; Takenoko; Ticket to Ride; Viewpoint Reflections; Wingspan. Please bring any game you like, we'd love to try it. Look for us way down the end of the dining area. There will be games in bags and on tables so you will be able to spot us easily. Please note: it's preferable to keep food and drinks off the table during a game. Please ask the owner. Free onsite parking available. Turn left into the driveway just after the entrance to Parramatta Park. "When playing a game, the goal is to win, but it is the goal that is important, not the winning." --- Reiner Knizia

Master the Art of Better Decisions

This interactive session equips you with practical tools to enhance Emotional Intelligence (EI), manage cognitive biases and make better decisions by mastering System 1 (emotional reactivity) and System 2 (logical analysis) thinking where EI serves as the vital bridge between the two. By attending this session you will unlock: * Improved decision making: Reduce the "hidden tax" of cognitive shortcuts. Know when to trust our 'gut feelings' and when to switch to rational thought. * Greater performance under pressure: Learn to recognise triggers and pivot from reactive impulses to deliberate, strategic choices when the stakes are high. * Better collaboration: When you regulate your own System 1 responses, psychological safety flourishes, which leads to better collaboration. * Increased resilience: Build a team that doesn’t just survive volatility but thrives in it. ***Facilitators*** ***[Caidryn Roder](https://www.linkedin.com/in/caidyrn/):*** *Co-founded ProSocia and has over 20 years of experience helping people and organisations thrive. In this time he has come to believe that the best way for organisations to be successful is to focus on their people. The role of leaders is to set clear purpose and direction, create an environment that supports growth and wellbeing, and make it easy for their people to do their best work every day.* ***[Olivia Burmester](https://www.linkedin.com/in/olivia-burmester-3b6098b3/)****: Co-founded ProSocia to help organisations build cultures that drive lasting success. She works with leaders to make it easy to put people first and move past short-term fixes.* *She equips organisations with the critical skills to understand and shape their culture effectively to deliver strategy and drive long-term organisational performance.* ***[Leigh Jenkinson](https://www.linkedin.com/in/leighjenkinson/)****: ICF-accredited Executive and Leadership Coach with over 20 years of experience helping leaders and teams reach peak performance.* *He works across industries and leadership levels to build trust, strengthen collaboration, and unlock potential. Specialising in leadership coaching, high-performing team development, and organisational culture uplift.*

SQS Pride Month - Kinselas Hotel, Monday 22nd June

**SQS is the LGBTQ+ social where everyone belongs 🌈** Join us for Pride Month on Monday 22nd June from 6pm at **[@kinselas](https://www.instagram.com/kinselas/)**. Food, drinks and karaoke afterwards! Enjoy **$15 pub classics meals** from 5-9pm, and **$6 happy hour drinks**: house beer, wine and spirits, from 7-9pm. See menus below. This social is for everyone! You don't need to arrive on time, or come with anyone else. Catch up our beautiful queer community, and make new connections too ❤️. **[RSVP Today](https://events.humanitix.com/sqs-pride-month-kinselas-hotel-monday-22nd-june)** **Raffle! Did you know SQS plans to be part of Sydney Mardi Gras in 2027?** We have the SQS Monday raffle to raise funds. The draw is every Monday at 8:30pm with prizes including vouchers, dinners, drinks and more. For tickets visit [https://www.raffletix.com.au?ref=vh8gz](https://www.raffletix.com.au?ref=vh8gz)

Queer Meditation

Join Queer Meditation Melbourne for an evening of self-exploration and mindfulness in a safe and inclusive space. Start the event with a guided meditation session focused on promoting wellness, positive thinking, and spiritual growth. Connect with like-minded individuals from the LGBT community and enjoy meaningful conversations that nurture self-empowerment and consciousness. After the meditation practice, we will engage in social activities, promoting healthy living and dining out experiences. This event is designed for gay men and gay and lesbian friends who are looking to nurture their spiritual journey while building connections within the community. Come together to foster a sense of belonging and support each other in a space that celebrates diversity and self-care.

500 Card Evening @ Story Bridge Hotel

We're a lively mixed social group that's been dealing in cards since 2012. You'll find us in the Chill Lounge of the Shelter Bar. We set up tables to start playing from 6:30 and play 30 min rounds rotating players among the tables till 9pm. We then regroup for the diehards to play till 10pm. Pub food and drinks are available for purchase throughout the evening. Our $5 fee covers the cost of meetup fees, cards and other consumables as well as funding the prizes for monthly tournament nights and regular members free drinks nights. Your first night is free. **PLEASE NOTE**: We welcome people who have played 500 before, even if it's been a while and you need a little refresher. We are not setup to teach you how to play 500 from scratch.

Backgammon Mondays

**Know how to play backgammon? Want to learn? Looking to have a fun night?** **Come along to our weekly backgammon night at the Newmarket Hotel for fun, games and delicious food. Whether you are a seasoned pro or a complete beginner we cater to all levels.** **We play social games and swap who we play to get more experience playing different people.** **If you have a board please bring it, but if not we usually have enough for everyone to play on.** **Feel free to join us anytime from 6:15pm and leave whenever you like.**

Monday Board Games!

Where: We can be found in the dining area to the left of the entrance, behind the bar. Make sure to come in and say hi when you get there! Everyone is super friendly and can point you towards a moderator if you are new. When: From 6:30 pm till 10:30 pm every Monday Ages: 18+ Price: $6 to be paid by card We are a relaxed group of gamers who meet to play a few games and have a laugh. Mondays are a time to play any game you feel like. We are a friendly community and new people are welcome all the time! If you don't have a game to play then there is sure to be someone available to teach you. Make sure to go up to a table and introduce yourself, we are all really friendly. Looking forward to seeing you all at an event soon! **Venue Support Policy** Our board game nights are hosted by a food and drink venue that generously provides us with space each week and allows us to store our games. In return, we have an agreement to support the venue by purchasing food and drinks on site. To respect this agreement and ensure we can continue using the space, **outside food and drink are strictly not permitted at our events**. We ask all participants to please support the venue instead when attending. Thank you for helping us maintain a positive relationship with the venue and keep the group running.

Bayside Crunchy Monday (Elsternwick)

Play board games with around 20 people on 5+ tables in Elsternwick. Friendly. Inclusive. Free entry, Crunchy Euro and Thematic games. Close to public transport and free parking. Exclusive use of a function room with good lighting at the Caulfield RSL. Join our group in the Aftergame App to stay in touch: https://aftergame.app/groups/bayside-games-1853 Games are sometimes organised in advance on our WhatsApp group or in the Aftergame app, however most games are organised following a brief discussion at the venue on the Monday night. Recently we have played the following games: Euros: Brass, Dune Imperium, Anachrony, Endeavor Deep Sea, Inis, On Mars, Ark Nova, Galactic Cruise, Viticulture, Scythe, Concordia, Terra Mystica, Gaia Project, Terraforming Mars, Castles of Burgundy, Lost Ruins of Arnak and Grand Austria Hotel, and Orleans Economic: Indonesia, Food Chain Magnate, Bus, Irish Gauge and Container. Thematic: Voidfall, Dune (Original), Root, Eclipse, Nemesis, Spirit Island, Undaunted, Chaos in the Old World, The Godfather, Spartacus and Dominant Species. **Arrive early** The best time to arrive is around 6:50pm as people discuss which games they would like to play before starting longer games at 7:00pm. Arrive early and we can ensure that you are included in a game. However, should you arrive after 7:00pm you may need to wait for games to finish to be included, or if people are playing long games, it might not be practical to start a new game. **Full bar and snacks available** The Caulfield RSL generously provide the venue free of charge. A selection of food and drinks are available for purchase at the bar. Note that only food or drink purchased at the RSL can be consumed at the venue. We look forward to seeing you!

Social Night - Casey Queer Collective

Come join the Casey Queer Collective for a social night and meet some local queers in the city of Casey and surrounds. This is a monthly event and held on the 4th Monday of every month. The vibe of this event is casual and low-pressure. It's a space to socialise, share food and make friends. 🎲 Each month we will have a new theme or activity. This month's activity will be board games. Feel free to bring along a board game to play! 📅 Monday 22nd June @ 7pm 📍 Berwick - meeting location will be sent to registered attendees. 🍔 Bring a plate of food or drinks to share. 💰 Gold coin donation + once off $15 membership fee if you attend more than once. If it's your first time joining us, you're welcome to trial the social night before you pay the membership fee. However, anyone attending more than once needs to become a member. This ensures we're covered by insurances and helps keep our costs low. The aim of this event is to create space for queer people to socialise and build community. There are so few spaces dedicated specifically to us, especially in the outer suburbs. If you are an ally or supporter, we appreciate you. However please mindful that this event is a dedicated space for people who identify as LGBTQIA+ only. Please reach out to Charli Violet or caseyqueercollective@gmail.com if you have any questions or join the[ private Facebook grou](https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1CfmGFAz6C/)p for updates

Volleyball Openplay (BB/A) - Advanced (NMCC)

Welcome to Melbourne Volleyball Academy. 🤗 **[[WHAT]]** This session is specifically for games only (no training). There will be a cap of 18 players, allowing for 3 teams of 6. Games will be played to 15 points, with a cap at 18 points. These games are intended to be played at a high-intermediate(BB)/advanced(A) level. Please see an explanation of skill levels on our website here: https://melbournevolleyballacademy.com.au/skill-levels-explained **[[WHO]]** The session is intended for Intermediate players. Players should be able to: * Have strong fundamentals for all volleyball techniques * Serve receive a majority of serves well & serve over the net consistently * Basic understanding of 5-1, and 6-2 systems (we do not play a pass middle 4-2 system in this session) * Have an understanding of base defense * Know all/most volleyball rules Players that are not of the intermediate(BB)/advanced(A) level will be asked to leave as we want to ensure that all players have an enjoyable time playing. **[[HOW MUCH $$]]** $14 card payment will be processed on the day via square reader (EFTPOS). **[[WHEN]]** The stadium is booked from 7 PM-9 PM weekly, every Monday. However, feel free to come early and stretch as the Community Centre is open earlier. Last minute dropouts and no shows will have a zero-tolerance policy going forward. All players are expected to update their RSVP at least 24 hours in advanced if they are unable to attend. This applies to players on the going list and the waitlist. **[[OTHER DETAILS]]** Only those on the “going” list are permitted to play. If you are on the waitlist, or not registered at all, you will not be permitted into the gymnasium.

MELBOURNE TABLE TENNIS COACHING @ MSAC

$29 per person for 2 hours of training (includes table hire) ## 🏓 MELBOURNE TABLE TENNIS COACHING @ MSAC Ready to seriously improve your table tennis — or finally start the right way? Join our **ongoing in-person group coaching sessions at MSAC**, where you’ll train in a structured but fun environment with players who come regularly, as well as new faces every week. Our sessions are designed for **both total beginners and advanced players.** You don’t need experience — and you won’t be bored if you already have it. ### What to expect * ✅ **10–15 players per session** * ✅ **2 experienced coaches on court** * ✅ **Structured drills + match play** * ✅ **Individual feedback based on your level and goals** * ✅ **A welcoming group that trains regularly** You’ll work on **technique, footwork, consistency, tactics, and real match situations** — not just hit balls randomly. We organise the group so everyone is challenged at the right level. ### Why people love these sessions * Ongoing training with a real community * Fast improvement, not just social play * A great way to **move, learn, and make friends** * Fun, supportive atmosphere with serious coaching behind it Whether your goal is to **learn from scratch, get fitter, sharpen your skills, or start competing**, this is a perfect place to train. ### What to bring * 🏓 **Bat/paddle** (if you have one — if not, we’ll provide it) * 👟 **Sports shoes (runners)** * 👕 **Comfortable sports clothes** * 💧 **Water bottle** * 🧴 **Small towel** Grab your paddle, bring your energy, and come hit with us at MSAC. Please send me an email to: p.tretinik@gmail.com to confirm attendance. This helps me to book enough table for a smooth session. NOTE: If this is not your first time coming to this meet up, the cost is $36 for the whole 2 hours.

Toorak Toastmasters Meeting

**Toorak Toastmasters** was established via charter in Toorak, Victoria on May 22, 2015. We meet on the **2nd & 4th** Monday of each month. 6.50 pm for a 7.00 pm start. Please be on time for the meeting. Our meetings are held at Grattan Gardens Community Centre (GGCC), 40 Grattan St, Prahran. The atmosphere is informal allowing you to work on developing your speaking skills in a non-threatening environment. **What you will have a taste of:** * **Prepared Speeches**: Deliver speeches on topics you’re passionate about (Members only) * **Impromptu Speaking**: Practice thinking on your feet with quick, fun impromptu speaking for 1 - 2min. * **Constructive Feedback**: Receive valuable tips to help you improve, delivered in a positive, encouraging way. * **Leadership Roles**: Take turns leading the meeting, which helps you refine your organizational and leadership abilities. Come as a guest and get a feel of Toastmasters and our club TODAY! This is a safe and respectful space. We have a code of conduct, and harassment or inappropriate behaviour will not be tolerated. We are looking forward to seeing you soon!

Play pickleball at Pennant Hills Park! Monday 7:15pm

Come play pickleball at Pennant Hills Park! No first time beginners please. Those new to the game should book into the beginners session through meetup. **What to expect:** 12 outdoor courts 3 levels of play Advanced Intermediate Social Please self-assess your level and join the most suitable queue. Players are welcome to challenge themselves, however, if you are consistently unable to keep up with the level of play, please move down a level or join social play to help keep games fun and balanced for everyone. After each game, come off the court and place your paddle back into the appropriate rack. There are two racks per level - please split your paddles with your partner in the rack to help mix players and keep games social and balanced (though you are welcome to stay together if preferred). Once a rack has 4 paddles waiting, those 4 players may take the next available court. Ages 16 + **What to bring:** Comfortable sportswear and non-marking shoes Water bottle A pickleball paddle if you have (we have extras if you don't) **Where to find us:** Netball courts 3, 4 and 5 inside Pennant Hills Park **Cost:** $12 Payable by Pay ID, Tap and Go (1.6% transaction fee) or Cash. **How to join:** Please RSVP to reserve your spot. (Please **do not pay for Meetup.** Subscribe using the free version!) Please mark off your name with the host upon arrival and pay before playing. If paying via Pay ID, please include your name and the date of the session in the payment description. We look forward to pickling with you! **Event updates:** Any important notices, including event cancellations will be communicated via the Penno Pickleballers Whatsapp Group. [Click here to join](https://chat.whatsapp.com/KyxHvvSx0bK9rcYhnSgiAK) Please also follow us on instagram @pennopickleballers **Disclaimer** By confirming your RSVP to this event, you acknowledge and accept full responsibility for any risk of injury or damage to your property. The hosts and organizers are not liable for any injuries or property damage that may occur. Additionally, photos and videos may be captured during the event for our social media and promotional materials. By attending this event, you consent to the use of these images and recordings for such purposes.

Dapto Toastmasters Weekly Meeting - Open to the Public

Dapto Toastmasters Club Weekly Meeting This is an invitation to join us at one of our regular club meetings. During the meeting you will hear members giving speeches to practice the skills they have learned and improve their public speaking, * an evaluation of each speech highlighting what the member did well, as well as a points for improvement. * Members learning leadership through running the business of the meeting * Table Topics, where members practice their impromptu speaking skills with a short 1 - 2 minute speech on a topic given when asked to speak. Come, watch and you can even participate in Table Topics if you want to! Contact us at our website https://dapto.toastmastersclubs.org/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/daptotoastmasters/ Contact us by email president-4831@toastmastersclubs.org

Aldinga Toastmasters!

Welcome to Aldinga Toastmasters! We are a small, vibrant, warm and supportive club dedicated to helping others achieve communication and leadership excellence! Toastmasters is an enjoyable and affordable way of gaining great communication skills. You can become more persuasive and confident in your personal, social and professional life by following a proven education and leadership system that millions of people have used, even world leaders! https://aldinga.toastmastersclubs.org/ How does it work? With the support of our friendly peer group of fellow learners, you build confidence each time you speak. We listen well and give each other constructive and positive feedback. Each time you give a prepared speech or participate in a meeting, your strengths will be acknowledged, and improvements will be suggested. Toastmasters aims to give you a comfortable and safe place to develop at your own pace, in the direction you want. Come for free as a very welcome guest, and see what it is like! • What to bring: Bring only yourself! • Important to know: This club is open to the public WE MEET IN PERSON AND ONLINE The physical location for the next meeting is: Aldinga Library (11 Central Way, Aldinga Beach SA 5173) ZOOM DETAILS: [https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83686143324?pwd=aVRBZEdtUDN5Y0VJWkNscVpFTG5DQT09](https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83686143324?pwd=aVRBZEdtUDN5Y0VJWkNscVpFTG5DQT09) Meeting ID: 836 8614 3324, Passcode: 453339

Volleyball Game Session South Yarra

We are back to Monday's Volleyball Sessions from coming week ! Games start 8 pm at Girls Grammar School South Yarra (entrance from Gate D) Fee: $17 ($15 cash) *ALL LEVELS WELCOME* SEE You all There ! 🙂 #INternational #Volleyball #Club #Melbourne

City of Perth Toastmasters

Looking to improve your communication and leadership skills in a welcoming and relaxed environment? Join us at **City of Perth Toastmasters**, we are a supportive and diverse community where every member can **find their voice**. We empower individuals to develop confident speaking and leadership skills, enabling them to share their ideas with clarity and impact. What's unique about our club? As well as being one of the larger clubs in Perth, we’re a **dinner club**! Meals are pre-ordered before the meeting, and we enjoy our food while engaging in the speaking sessions. It’s a great way to combine a productive meeting with a relaxed dining experience. We meet every second Monday (except on public holidays). More on our website: [https://cityofperth.toastmastersclubs.org/](https://cityofperth.toastmastersclubs.org/) We welcome you to come as a guest to see what's it's like before you join, but we have limited seating and do require some notice (please don't just turn up on the day!) **DO NOT USE THE MEETUP TOOLS HERE TO REGISTER!** **(We don't monitor Meetup or use it to manage attendance)** **Instead, please email us at least a few days before at cityofperthtoastmasters@gmail.com asking to come as a guest, and we'll help you get sorted!**

Banyandah Toastmasters Create Clear Confident Communicators

Warren Buffett famously said that **strong public speaking** skills **can increase your career value** by at least 50% ***Join us Monday 22 June to kick-start your public speaking skills*** **VISIT US** **Banyandah Toastmasters Club, Maylands** **Why us:** WA’s longest-running Toastmasters club **When:** 6:45 pm for a 7:00 pm start, on the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month **Where:** Dome Coffees Building, 219 Railway Parade, Maylands WA (opposite the train station) **Why join?** · Build your skills, grow your network, and strengthen your career prospects. · Learn to manage nervousness and speak with greater confidence. · Follow Toastmasters’ proven step-by-step training programme. **What to expect?** · A welcoming, supportive environment with friendly and experienced members. · Constructive feedback to help you improve steadily. **Get started** · Visit two meetings free of charge, in person or on line. · Join, practise, and grow. · You’ll be glad you did. **Next meeting** ***Monday 22 June 2026, 6.45pm for 7pm*** [ See more here](https://www.facebook.com/PracticePublicSpeaking)

Heritage Towns - THE club to grow in confidence and communication skills.

**Dream Dare and Deliver in 2026.** Put your dreams of being a confident speaker into action and dare yourself to take the first step by visiting Heritage Towns Toastmasters club. In no time you will deliver your presentations with skill and confidence. At Heritage Towns Toastmasters Club our focus is on GROWTH - of the club through increased membership and of the member through participation and support. Our dynamic meetings offer a supportive environment to help you overcome fears and build self-esteem. Each meeting includes opportunities to give prepared speeches, speak off the cuff and give and receive positive and constructive feedback. Don't miss the opportunity to improve your communication skills and leadership skills and grow in confidence. Let's unlock your full potential in a warm and welcoming setting!

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Kalinga Park To Woody Point:

**Date:** Tuesday 23rd June 2026 at 7:00am. **Starting Point:** Kalinga Park Clayfield. **Distance:** Approx. 60 kms return. **Time:** Allow 4 hours for the ride and the coffee break. **Speed:** Easy pace 17 to 20 kmh. We will adjust the speed to suit the group. **Terrain:** We will be using bike paths, shared paths, and back roads. **Route:** Starting at Kalinga Park we will cycle out along the Kedron Brook and Gateway Northern Bikeways, Deagon Deviation Bikeway crossing the Hornibrook Bridge linking up with the Moreton Bay Cycleway to Woody Point for our coffee break. Returning using the same route to Kalinga Park. **Wet Weather:** If the weather is not suitable for riding an update will be posted 1.5 hours before the start time. **Contact Details**: Grant phone 0406 871 245. **Personal Responsibility:** Sunday Cycling is an informal social group, not a registered association or official cycling club. We do not provide, hold, or operate under any form of public liability insurance. We are simply a group of individuals choosing to enjoy cycling activities together. Cycling involves inherent risks, especially when riding in traffic or shared spaces with pedestrians. By participating, you acknowledge that you—and any guest you bring—may be exposed to the possibility of injury, loss, or damage, whether caused by yourself or others. You are responsible for taking reasonable care to protect your own safety and the safety of those around you. Our event organisers and group leaders are volunteers and do not present themselves as experts. While care is taken when planning each activity, it is your responsibility to read all event information before registering. By attending any Sunday Cycling event, you and any guest you invite accept that the organisers and group leaders cannot be held liable for any accident, injury, loss, or damage arising from your participation. You also agree to comply with all applicable road rules throughout the ride. By taking part in any cycling event, you acknowledge and accept the personal responsibility conditions outlined above.

Learn and play co-op board game Earthborne Rangers, in Victoria Park

We invite you to **play around & find out\*** how much fun and solidarity comes from playing together at a table in a beautiful park, forming new social groups and stimulating the mind and imagination. Free and volunteer-powered. In Earthborne Rangers you explore a world with optimistic “solarpunk” themes as you work as a team to succeed together. ER is like Dungeons & Dragons but a nice change from grim dungeon-crawling and disaster-fighting, and has more structure, less improvisation. Learn more about ER [here](https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/342900/earthborne-rangers). Lifelong game designer Matthew Ford will teach and play. The first half gives you the general idea. After a short break you can continue into more depth for the next half. You will get invited to events for continued intermediate play. Step 1: RSVP to this event and **fill out the form at [this link](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1Z31irtO0tZe8dIW7pxdrY2tKaYp8sdoH5XIoUVOffT0/edit)** to state when you would prefer to play. Step 2: **Wait until we send you a message** via Meetup and email stating which time slot we booked you into. Step 3: At your time slot, use the "how to find us" section-- please read it carefully, don't just put destination into a map app. Look for Matthew in a blue hat and gray beard. Free event. Nothing to bring or prepare. Come as you are, even if you know absolutely nothing about it. **We welcome absolutely everyone and ensure a supportive and inclusive atmosphere**. We've face-to-face taught games to over 1000 people of every kind-- join us! Read all this event info and comments carefully both ahead of time and **just before you attend,** as our location and method may change slightly. **How to find us at The Lookout in Victoria Park:** * [From QUT Kelvin Grove campus](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1mhSbmU82uMWKtQMD6ofhV0vuypU_9gMwybbtNEj6Z_s) * [From Centenary Aquatic Centre in Spring Hill](https://docs.google.com/document/d/15odzo0s6OsFT0NfyFWeSRbNZRLMkfemD8JOMetsxu20) \* Bonus info for all who care: As stadium developers approach Victoria Park/Barrambin, they will **find out** how much our community values this special place. Two promise-breaking Olympic stadiums are slated to be built in Victoria Park. Let's **help them find out** why they had better leave this park as undisturbed as possible. We are not led by [www.savevictoriapark.com](http://www.savevictoriapark.com/) or the [Goori Camp Embassy](https://www.instagram.com/gooricampembassy/) but those are a good way to learn more. Hey stadium developers, here we are! Play Around and Find Out! :)

Tuesday Social Tennis @ Royal Park TC

**PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING DETAILS:** This group is suitable for an intermediate type player. You need to be able to play a good level of tennis to participate. Beginners should participate in the Monday program. **YOU WILL NEED TO REGISTER AND PAY VIA THE ATTACHED LINK TO SECURE YOUR SPOT:** https://play.tennis.com.au/RoyalParkTennisClub/Coaching **Players who just register their interest on Meetup, do not have their spots secured and may miss out.** **Registration Opens:** 6 Days in advance at 9am **Registration Closes:** Close 6pm the day *before* the event. This is to finalise player numbers and organise a playing roster. **Social Tennis Structure:** * Location: Royal Park Tennis Club (333 The Avenue, Parkville, Melbourne) * Day: Tuesday * Time: 10.00am-12.00noon Cost: $10 for Non-Members, $0 for Members. * Participants will play 3 sets of tennis: emphasis on having a good hit of tennis, getting some exercise and making friends. * After each set, participants will rotate around. * Balls are provided each week. * Racquets are available for hire if required. * Some refreshments are available for purchase. * Please remember to wear shoes suitable for tennis! * Maximum of 12 spots for each session.

Fame Trivia at the Mawson Club, 9 Heard St, Mawson

Fame Trivia contest is now being held every Tuesday at the Mawson Club, 10am to 11.45am. I will aim to get to the club at 9.45am, so as to secure a good table and sign in attendees who are not members of the Mawson Club. If you need me to sign you in and you are running late, please me on 0429-219-967 and I will meet you at reception and sign you in. After Trivia there is the option of having a light lunch. There are several lunchtime meal deals for $15-$17 including: Lasagne; Fish'n'Chips; and Chicken Schnitzel. At 12.30pm I will be heading to my Rostrum Club Meeting and attendees are more then welcome to join me. I will put up a separate event for the Rostrum Meeting.

MELBOURNE WINE TRADE

Join us for an afternoon of stellar wines from across Australia and beyond.

Updated! SSP TUE , LIGHT & SHADOWS IN MONOCHROME - The Rocks

**10:15 AM – 10:30 AM \| Pre\-Shoot Meetup \-** Chambers Coffee * **Location:** Grab a coffee at Chambers Coffee Gateway Circular Quay Foodcourt Gateway Retail, 1 Macquarie PIace Sydney NSW *** **10:30 AM – 11:00 AM \| Customs House Square** * **Time Allocation:** 30 minutes. * **Environmental Shooting Prompts:** * **The Isolated Subject:** Use a wide focal length to capture a single person walking through the massive, sharp geometric shadows cast across the plaza by the skyscrapers. The human element highlights the sheer, overwhelming scale of the financial district. * **Modernist Frames:** Position yourself near the glass and steel of the Museum of Contemporary Art (MCA) annex. Frame passing locals trapped between layers of sharp, high-contrast architectural reflections and deep window recesses. **11:00 AM – 11:35 AM \| [Nurses Walk](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Nurses+Walk,+The+Rocks+NSW+2000/@-33.8598892,151.2082795,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x6b12ae42efae7765:0x64eba1f577e36025!8m2!3d-33.8598892!4d151.2082795!16s%2Fg%2F1tk6w1nk?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDYxMC4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D) & [Suez Canal](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Suez+Canal,+The+Rocks+NSW+2000/@-33.8594987,151.2083423,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x6b12ae42e81df571:0x3b81a9d527dcd740!8m2!3d-33.8594987!4d151.2083423!16s%2Fg%2F11f5_6w2f4?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDYxMC4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D)** * **Time Allocation:** 35 minutes. * **Environmental Shooting Prompts:** * **The Sandstone Trench:** Stand deep within the pitch-black shadows of [Suez Canal](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Suez+Canal,+The+Rocks+NSW+2000/@-33.8594987,151.2083423,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x6b12ae42e81df571:0x3b81a9d527dcd740!8m2!3d-33.8594987!4d151.2083423!16s%2Fg%2F11f5_6w2f4?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDYxMC4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D). Shoot a wide or environmental portrait of a person stepping directly through the narrow "spotlight" of midday sun cutting down into the alley, illuminating them against the dark, gritty heritage brickwork. * **Contextual Silhouettes:** Frame tourists or locals exploring the historic signs and gas lamps of [Nurses Walk](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Nurses+Walk,+The+Rocks+NSW+2000/@-33.8598892,151.2082795,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x6b12ae42efae7765:0x64eba1f577e36025!8m2!3d-33.8598892!4d151.2082795!16s%2Fg%2F1tk6w1nk?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDYxMC4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D), capturing them completely in silhouette against the brightly lit streets at the end of the lanes. **11:35 AM – 12:10 PM \| The Argyle Cut & High Street Bridge** * **Time Allocation:** 35 minutes. * **Environmental Shooting Prompts:** * **The Multi-Level Canvas:** Shoot from the High Street overpass looking straight down at the pavement below. At this hour, people's shadows compress directly under them. Capture subjects moving across the asphalt, treating the road as a clean, minimalist white canvas cut by short, ink-black human shadows. * **The Cavernous Exit:** Stand inside the dark, monumental sandstone cavern of the Argyle Cut. Capture pedestrians walking toward the blindingly bright exit, using the massive chasm walls to frame the human subjects as small elements in a historic landscape. **12:10 PM – 12:30 PM \| Circular Quay Station Underpass** * **Time Allocation:** 20 minutes. * **Environmental Shooting Prompts:** * **The Glowing Commuter:** Stand inside the dark concrete underpass looking out toward the ferry wharves. Capture commuters as they transition from the bright harbor sun into the shade, utilizing the intense midday sun to catch sharp, glowing white rim-light on their hair, shoulders, and profiles. * **Ghostly Crowds:** Use a slower shutter speed to capture the chaotic rush-hour environment. Keep the heavy structural iron columns tack-sharp while the streams of people turn into motion-blurred, ghostly textures moving through the dark transit hub. *** **12:30 PM \| Arrival at The Ship Inn** Walk just one minute around the corner from the underpass to **The Ship Inn** (Pitt St & Alfred St) to pull up a table, grab a cold drink or lunch, and review everyone’s environmental monochrome frames!

Tuesday Lunch @ Max on Hardware Lane Melbourne 3000 💞

Hi Radiant Ladies, Get ready for a beautiful lunch at one of Melbourne’s most charming locations! We’re heading to Max on Hardware Lane — a gorgeous spot tucked away in one of Melbourne’s most iconic laneways, known for its wonderful atmosphere and delicious food. Hardware Lane is simply magical — lined with character, great energy, and that unmistakable Melbourne charm. The perfect setting for great food and even better company! Come along and enjoy a relaxed, lovely lunch with your favourite ladies. 💛 Lyn 🌸

The Key To Making Money - Free Talk

Why do we find it hard to make money, while others are flourishing and prospering? Is it just that some were born lucky? No. Do some people just have a natural talent? No. It comes down to the art of communication. One's ability to communicate will determine how successful one will be, not only in business, but life as a whole. We will be covering different avenues of communication, and what you can do to bring change to your life. ------- The talk will go for roughly 45 mins, give or take. We will then proceed to do a Personality Test which will really break down what areas in your life you are lacking in, and can then get the appropriate tools to assist you.

ServiceNow User Group Adelaide JUNE 2026

Registration Link: [here](https://sseg.service-now.com/evt?id=event_details&sys_id=61330391c35d0b50aef3dc2a05013190) **Save The Date** for our next Adelaide ServiceNow User Group (SNUG) Please join us and other ServiceNow enthusiasts for an afternoon of networking, learning and celebration. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just SN-curious, this is your chance to connect, share, and celebrate the awesome community we’re building across Adelaide **When**: Tuesday 23rd June 2026 **Where:** The Gallery - 30 Waymouth Street, Adelaide **SNUG Agenda:** 14:30 - 15:00; Guests Arrive / welcome drinks 15:00 - 16:00; Presentations - **Shane Swift** will be presenting on his experience of Knowledge 26 (K26). **2nd Presentation in the process of being confirmed.** 16:00 - Onwards; Food, Drinks & Networking

June drinks in the city (with Sydney Alt.Net)

In case you miss our June meetup, we're taking another swing at a more social meetup night, grabbing a drink with some fellow Ruby developers, we'll be joined by our friends from the Sydney Alt.Net user group who joined us last year for a similar thing and it was a hit!. The drinks will be in the CBD, pretty close to Town Hall to make it easy for everyone to get there. Same place as last year. Come on Tuesday, 23 June to The Resch House bar from 5pm! For the keen / hungry we'll will likely go to a restaurant in Chinatown afterwards for dinner. If you've been to the drinks before, you know you can expect some engaging banter about technology, a chance to meet some new people and catch up with old friends, hear what other people are doing if you want to talk shop (including AI of course), and just generally have a good time hanging out with people in tech.

Harry Potter: The Exhibition

Harry Potter: The Exhibition is a touring experience that delights fans worldwide with authentic film props, exclusive behind-the-scenes looks, and fun interactive surprises to find. Feel the nostalgia and the magic while celebrating some of your favourite moments from the Harry Potter series. With authentic film props, interactive displays, hands-on activities, and unique in-depth set pieces, the exhibition is designed to be explored through sight, sound, touch-and even smell. Feel the nostalgia and the magic while celebrating some of your favourite moments from the Harry Potter series. .

Canberra Ainslie Toastmasters - Presentation Skills Workshop

Canberra Ainslie (ACT) Toastmasters is open to all visitors. We usually meet fortnightly Tuesday at the Ainslie Football and Social Club, Wakefield Avenue, Ainslie (inner north Canberra) in person. The meetings are from 5:30pm to 7:00pm. Visitors and guests are always welcome. Dinner and drinks available. If you are looking to: * improve your public speaking in a safe and supportive way; * practice speaking off the cuff; * making friends in person; * a free event (for visitors); * above all having some fun; then you've come to the right place. Canberra Ainslie (ACT) Toastmasters is a mix of ages and nationalities, experienced and new toastmasters - you always have lots of opportunities to practice speaking. Through a mixture of prepared and off-the-cuff speaking opportunities, combined with positive evaluations and suggestions for improvement, Canberra Ainslie (ACT) Toastmasters helps take the fear out of public speaking. Be supported, lead with confidence and speak with excellence with one of the friendliest and largest Toastmasters club in ACT region. Our club looks forward to your next visit. We hope to welcome you soon. www.ainslie.toastmastersclubs.org

David's Master Pot 大味麻辣烫 on Elizabeth St

A new venue for another amazing dining experience, shared with great company. Nothing beats a popular Hot Pot (Malatang) after a long day in weather like this. Looking forward to meeting you all soon. Address: David's Master Pot 大味麻辣烫 [1408/462 Elizabeth St, Melbourne VIC 3000](https://maps.google.com/maps?vet=10CAAQoqAOahcKEwjg8c7hqNuUAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQCA..i&rlz=1C5CHFA_enAU1053AU1053&pvq=Cg0vZy8xMWZrMXJkYjY4IhQKDkRhdmlkJ3MgSG90cG90EAIYAw&lqi=Cg5EYXZpZCdzIEhvdHBvdCIDiAEBSMjR2JvErYCACFoWEAAQARgAIg5kYXZpZCdzIGhvdHBvdJIBEmhvdF9wb3RfcmVzdGF1cmFudJoBRENpOURRVWxSUVVOdlpFTm9kSGxqUmpsdlQycENNMUZ0VFhSU2JIQllXREJ2ZDJSVVRYbGhWRXBvWWxkNFZFMVlZeEFC-gEECAAQNg&fvr=1&cs=1&um=1&ie=UTF-8&fb=1&gl=au&sa=X&ftid=0x6ad65d5f66a89133:0xa4f034d78471cb2a) https://davidsmasterpot.com.au/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=google_business_profile

🍹*1 FREE DRINK! + FREE SNACKS #093 - International new friends event!

\*1 free drink for NEW people! If you can download our sponsors app (sports/social app, similar to Meetup). So your phone settings need to be in Australia (Apple shop/google play). Guys! I have to update the information. you have to buy a drink to enter this time, but drinks can be like $5. (\* You can use your free drink from our sponsor!!!) Remember, entry is $35 usually, but for us it's free! Let's support these guys. Hope to see you soon. Daniel 🌎 INTERNATIONAL EVENT INFORMATION 🌏 NEXT EVENT INFORMATION Hey Gold Coast friends! Please make a reservation! Gold Coast Meetup GOLD COAST 03 MAR - (TUE) INTERNATIONAL MEETUP @ THE CAVILL HOTEL 10 MAR - (TUE) INTERNATIONAL MEETUP @ THE CAVILL HOTEL 17 MAR - (TUE) INTERNATIONAL MEETUP @ THE CAVILL HOTEL (HOLIDAY 24 MAR) 31 MAR - (TUE) SPECIAL INTERNATIONAL MEETUP @ PLAYZONE \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- International Meet Up event for working holiday makers, international students, people interested in languages etc. PRICE = FREE. LOCATION = Playzone Cavill Avenue TIME = 5:30PM to 8:30PM FREE ENTRY $0 (only for our group and friends) ! Was $35!!! Possible Activities: \- Bucking Bull \- Axe Throwing \- Inflatable Boxing \- Basketball \- Foosball \- Pool table \- Giant Ball pit \- Skill test \- Dance floor \- Ball pit \- Sumo Wrestling Please make a reservation and see you soon! Daniel, Uzun, Naoko and Maya

Bli Bli Social Pickleball - Tuesday Evenings

Social pickleball on designated courts CASH ONLY $10 per casual player $5 paddle hire HOST : Bree 0434 685 697 
ACCESS: 16 KRONK COURT, Bli Bli Alternatively, there is parking on School Boat place which is located just behind the courts. Enter via back gate. Any issues, give Brian a call on 0428938582 
If you wish to hire a court to play with friends out of the normal sessions please call Brian 0428938582 ($20/court/hr or $5/pp/hr) +$5/paddle

FREE: Walk the Kangaroo Point - Green Bridges - City loop

Join us for a walk around the Kangaroo Point - Green Bridge loop. We'll meet outside Joey's Cafe. We walk across the top of the Kangaroo Point cliffs, along the Southbank waterfront, across the Neville Bonner Bridge through old city Botanical Gardens, about 5 city blocks, then back over the new Kangaroo Point Green Bridge, along Main Street to The Pineapple Hotel. The Walk is about 7kms and takes about 80 to 90 minutes. Meet at 5:55pm (or earlier) for 6:00pm Start. Walk at your own pace as we stop at a number of catch up points along the way so you won't get left behind. Well behaved dogs on leads are welcome, but the dinner venue is not. Relax... Even if it your first time, we aim to make all feel welcome and it's a good idea to turn up a little early. Optionally... After the walk, we stop at the Pineapple Hotel for dinner and / or a drink, a great way to socialise in a group setting. The conversation is more dynamic in the group setting, so if your a bit shy you can enjoy being a listener, if there's a topic your passionate about, you can jump right in on it. The menu can be found here: https://pineapplehotel.com.au/garden-bar/ There is free parking from 5pm near Joey's Cafe, the Pineapple Hotel and the streets between. Plan on arriving a little early (10-15 minutes) we can have a chat and you have a buffer if traffic is poor. We do leave on time and once started I don't get a chance to check for messages as it is unsafe do while walking. If there is mild rain I'll do the walk, but, if it is pouring down or well set in, I'll just do dinner. Remember we are all adults so... I thank you as my guests that you bring your manners and be respectful! Please keep your RSVP up to date. It is seen by Meetup and your host as a sign of disrespect of you are a 'No Show' thank you. PLEASE NOTE This is NOT a formal organisation and has no public liability insurance. We are a group of people who get together, taking full personal responsibility at all times. By attending an activity, you agree automatically to take full responsibility for yourself.

🍜Asian Background Social: Lounge Asia Meetup (Easy English) @ Brisbane

🌏 Make new international friends in Brisbane. Come alone, practise your English, and enjoy a relaxed social night. 😊 A friendly meetup for networking, language exchange, and real conversation — open to everyone. Why People Love Lounge Asia 🍜 Asian-focused event 🤝 Many guests come alone 💬 No need for perfect English 🌏 No games or forced introductions — just enjoy the conversation Lounge Asia began within the Asian community, so people from Asia often feel comfortable and at home here. At the same time, everyone is welcome — locals, expats, travellers, students, returnees, digital nomads, and globally minded people. ━━━━━━━━━━ How to Join 1️⃣ Tap "RSVP" on this page 2️⃣ Show your Meetup QR code at reception 3️⃣ Collect your name tag and start meeting people ✅ First 90 RSVPs: FREE ✅ After 90 RSVPs / within 24 hours: $5 ✅ Limited capacity — please RSVP early Many people attend alone, so don't worry if it's your first time. ━━━━━━━━━━ How to Find Us 📍 Venue Criterion Tavern 239 George St, Brisbane City QLD 4000 ⏰ Time Every Tuesday from 6:00 PM 🚶 Getting There Located on George St in Brisbane City. Our Lounge Asia organisers will be there to welcome you 😊 ━━━━━━━━━━ 🍺 Please Support the Venue This event is free or low-cost because the venue supports our community. Please purchase at least one drink during the event. Your support helps us keep organising events at great venues. ━━━━━━━━━━ 💚 Please Be Respectful Lounge Asia is a friendly social event where everyone should feel comfortable and welcome. 🚫 This is NOT a pickup or dating event. Anyone who makes others uncomfortable may be removed immediately. Not allowed: harassment, unwanted attention, MLM / crypto / religious recruitment, or anything that makes others uncomfortable. Organisers reserve the right to refuse entry or ask anyone to leave. 🪪 A valid government-issued photo ID is strictly required for entry. No photo ID, no entry. Driver's licences must be issued by the government of the country where the event is held. 📸 Photos and short videos may be taken for community and promotional purposes. If you prefer not to appear, please let an organiser know when you arrive. ━━━━━━━━━━ Lounge Asia is already growing in Australia and is now expanding across Asia — Japan, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Singapore. Our goal is simple: More friendship, more understanding, and more genuine connections across cultures. 📱 Instagram: @_lounge_asia 🎥 Watch Event Video: [\[WATCH EVENT VIDEO\]](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tNak_cu9CXw) ━━━━━━━━━━ 🌏 Come say hi! Hey, come hang out! 来一起玩吧！ 一起來聊天吧！ 気軽に遊びに来てね！ 편하게 놀러 와요! มาเจอกันนะ! Tới chơi nha! Tara, sali ka na! Yuk, gabung! Хамтдаа цуглацгаая! Komm einfach vorbei! Jom join kita! See you at Lounge Asia!

Last Chance Dinner @ Yavanna

Yavanna is closing! If you want to order your favourite dish one more time, or you've never been before and want to try it before it goes, then this is your last chance with the meetup group. We've been there many times over the years, and are sad to see it go. Yavanna have also asked that people text them with their orders to ensure you get what you would like, as they are reducing stock. Text your name, Vegan Meetup, and your order to 0490097271 Yavanna has a great menu full of comfort food, such as their Classic CFC, Burgers and Parmigiana, along with options like the Miso Tofu Salad Bowl. Yavanna also serve a range of drinks including beers, wines and non-alcoholic drinks. Check out their full menu or get more information on their website [https://www.yavanna.com.au/](https://www.yavanna.com.au/)

Meet People in Melbourne – Language Exchange & Social

**Welcome to our Linguas Tuesday Social + Language Exchange Meetup 🌍** We meet weekly at **Father’s Office QV** **249 Little Lonsdale Street, Melbourne VIC 3000** **QV location / balcony** Find out more on our Instagram [https://instagram.com/Linguas.AU](https://instagram.com/Linguas.AU) We ask that you **purchase a drink at the bar** or **pay $3.5 at entry**. *** ### 💬 Find your people (New!) Looking to practice a specific language? Post in the discussion using: * **#LearnSpanish** * **#LearnEnglish** * **#TeachEnglish** * **#LearnJapanese** * etc. 👉 This helps others find you faster and makes it easier to connect. *** ### 📲 Join our WhatsApp Community Stay connected before and after the event, meet people, and find language partners: 👉 **Join here:** [https://chat.whatsapp.com/Bi7FlhHP91e0eP7MfdeWcZ](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Bi7FlhHP91e0eP7MfdeWcZ) *** ### ⏰ What to expect We consistently have **80–120 attendees** every Tuesday (across multiple Meetup groups). People arrive at different times — **best time to come is between 6PM and 9PM.** Come solo or with friends — most people come alone and join conversations naturally. *** ### 🌏 Who attends? A mix of: * Native & non-native English speakers * International students * Backpackers & working holiday travellers * Professionals & expats * Local Australians You’ll meet people from: Europe, China, Japan, Korea, Latin America, and more. *** ### 🗣️ Why join? 👉 A relaxed, social way to practice English 👉 Meet people from around the world 👉 No pressure, no structure — just conversations *** ### 🍕 FREE DRINKS & FOOD FOR FRIENDLY VOLUNTEERS! We’re looking for **friendly volunteers** to help welcome newcomers and keep the vibe social. 👉 You’ll get: * Free drinks (beer/soft drink) * Food (pizza, wedges, etc.) * A fun team to hang out with No experience needed — many of our volunteers are **first-timers too**. Interested? 👉 [www.Linguas.au/Volunteer](www.Linguas.au/Volunteer) *** 📲 **More info:** [https://instagram.com/Linguas.AU](https://instagram.com/Linguas.AU) or **@Linguas.AU9**

Tuesday Language Exchange at Fathers Office QV

**Welcome to our Tuesday Social + Language Exchange Meetup 🌍** We meet weekly at **Fathers Office QV-249 Little lonsdale st (Melbourne CBD).** We ask that you **purchase a drink at the bar** or **pay $3.5 at entry** to support the venue. *** ### 💬 Find your people (New!) Looking to practice a specific language? Post in the discussion using: * **#LearnSpanish** * **#LearnEnglish** * **#TeachEnglish** * **#LearnJapanese** * etc. 👉 This helps others find you faster and makes it easier to connect. *** ### 📲 Join our WhatsApp Community Stay connected before and after the event, meet people, and find language partners: 👉 **Join here:** [https://chat.whatsapp.com/Bi7FlhHP91e0eP7MfdeWcZ](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Bi7FlhHP91e0eP7MfdeWcZ) *** ### ⏰ What to expect We consistently have **100–120 attendees** every Thursday (across multiple Meetup groups). People arrive at different times — **best time to come is between 6PM and 9PM.** Come solo or with friends — most people come alone and join conversations naturally. *** ### 🌏 Who attends? A mix of: * Native & non-native English speakers * International students * Backpackers & working holiday travellers * Professionals & expats * Local Australians You’ll meet people from: Europe, China, Japan, Korea, Latin America, and more. *** ### 🗣️ Why join? 👉 A relaxed, social way to practice English 👉 Meet people from around the world 👉 No pressure, no structure — just conversations *** ### 🍕 FREE DRINKS & FOOD FOR FRIENDLY VOLUNTEERS! We’re looking for **friendly volunteers** to help welcome newcomers and keep the vibe social. 👉 You’ll get: * Free drinks (beer/soft drink) * Food (pizza, wedges, etc.) * A fun team to hang out with No experience needed — many of our volunteers are **first-timers too**. Interested? 👉 [www.Linguas.au/Volunteer](www.Linguas.au/Volunteer) *** 📲 **More info:** [https://instagram.com/Linguas.AU](https://instagram.com/Linguas.AU) or **@Linguas.AU**

Evening Social Painting

This is an informal welcoming evening group focussed on bringing people together who enjoy creating. While many people work in watercolour, you’re also very welcome to bring sketching, drawing, journaling, or another quiet art practice. There’s no formal instruction and no pressure — just shared creative time. Enjoy getting inspiration from others and soaking up the creative atmosphere. Held on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month 🖌 What to expect: \*A quiet, social atmosphere * Bring‑your‑own art or sketching time \*A mix of watercolour, drawing, and other art practices * Friendly conversation and encouragement \*Tea, coffee, and community vibes 🎨 What can I work on? * Watercolour \*Sketching or drawing * Art journaling \*Other portable art projects ✅ What to bring: * Your own art materials \*Curiosity and a willingness to have a go 💵 Cost: $3 per person,donation to St. David's for room hire, payable on the night. ☕ Venue notes: Tea and coffee are available at the venue. Entry is on Rookwood Avenue. Please ring bell or contact Cathy on 0403 596 826. 🚗 Parking: Street parking is available, and there is a larger carpark on Keeling Street. 💛 Many people attend on their own — you’ll be very welcome. This session is hosted by volunteers from the [Watercolour Society of Queensland (WSQ)](https://www.watercoloursocietyofqld.com.au), a not‑for‑profit arts organisation. Meetup events are designed to be informal, friendly, and easy to join. Learn more at the WSQ website: [Casual Painting at St. David's](https://www.watercoloursocietyofqld.com.au/casual-painting-at-st-davids).

Regular Tuesday:Language Exchange, Mingle, Make new friends (Happy Hr all night)

**🙋‍♀️**Welcome to our Tuesday Social + language ​exchange meetup. Meet people from many countries and make new friends. 👉We always have between 20 - 60 people attending our Tuesday event since this event is listed in 3 different meetup groups. **But PLEASE RSVP IF YOU WISH TO JOIN** 👉This is a great opportunity to learn to speak English with native and non-native speakers. Many English speakers, Europeans, Chinese, Japanese, Koreans, and other Asians attend our fun and friendly party. 👉It is suitable for international students, working holiday people, professional ex-pats, and local Australians. 🍺: Discounted $6 house beers and wines 🍸: Extra cost for cocktails and spirit 🍲: Food available is to purchase at the bistro bar 🆔 Please carry your physical Photo ID (DIGITISED photo ID not accepted) at the door. It is a bar and you are legally required to present proper ID on request. 👉**Location**: Upstairs in front of the main bar in Shark Hotel (Entrance: Opposite Yasaka Ramen) **HOUSEKEEPING REGULATION\*\*** Our community is aiming to build a **safe & inclusive group** for all guests. Attendees are expected to **treat ALL guests/peers with courtesy**, **respect** and **understanding** of **their own cultural background** (Not sure/misunderstood is **NOT** a valid reason) **Sales pitch, pick-up** activities **are STRICTLY prohibited**. **ANY attendees with misconduct/anti-social behaviour (or made other guests feel uncomfortable) will be removed from the group without warning & report to the venue management, event platform for further action**. To help us to build & preserve a peace & comfortable environment, please reach out to the leadership team if you have any issues or concerns. **Your report will be 100% confidential. The event organiser/leadership team reserves all rights.**

Tuesday Spanish meetp in Rocksia Hotel

Dear members, For those who live in the St George area or who are willing to travel down, we are opening another language exchange event on Wednesday at the beautiful Rocksia Hotel, https://rocksiahotel.com.au/ (3 min walking from the Banksia station), which is a laid-back place with modern décor and contemporary furnishings throughout. Boasting two separate kitchens – the bistro and Lola’s Kitchen, they have happy hour between 4 pm and 6 pm every weekday. So arrive a little early to get a happy hour drink to start the night. If you feel like practicing Spanish or English, or just want to broaden your personal network over a few drinks, this would be a perfect place to do so, meet new friends, and hang out in a relaxed and casual environment. Hope many of you can make it! **Note**: We ask that members please make a gold coin donation on the night. This goes towards paying for the meetup subscription. We thank members in advance for their support.

Brisbane Mahjong - Walk-in, Free Casual Play, Tutorials Available!

Join us at Brisbane Mahjong Social for a fun-filled Mahjong Game Night! Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned player, this event is the perfect opportunity to socialize, make new friends, and enjoy some tabletop gaming. Meet like-minded individuals who share your passion for Mahjong and immerse yourself in the world of Mahjong. Bring your A-game and challenge others in friendly matches, or simply come to learn the rules and strategies of this captivating game. Our experienced members will be on hand to guide you through the gameplay and help you improve your skills. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to socialize, unwind, and have a great time at our Mahjong Game Night. See you there! Follow our Facebook group and page for updates. [https://www.facebook.com/groups/1308346516296497](https://www.facebook.com/groups/1308346516296497/?__cft__%5B0%5D=AZU2tVLoZTt6QI6y_b8Z6bWyogTeXhfGH__wht9I9pVEiO5z0KYbsxwv_KKmk11ntuDL8HE8FSerDWJWD7SeOVHpFgIEKOsS8iFq71fNZ7adGQ&__tn__=q) [https://www.facebook.com/brisbanemahjong](https://www.facebook.com/brisbanemahjong?__cft__%5B0%5D=AZU2tVLoZTt6QI6y_b8Z6bWyogTeXhfGH__wht9I9pVEiO5z0KYbsxwv_KKmk11ntuDL8HE8FSerDWJWD7SeOVHpFgIEKOsS8iFq71fNZ7adGQ&__tn__=q) Follow our Instagram for latest stories [https://www.instagram.com/brisbanemahjong/](https://www.instagram.com/brisbanemahjong/?fbclid=IwAR1woKhGXKhb-sR-EEnmKVBES7mMlTPFcunoCTv_XU3sC6RjGNw7aG9P5rQ) Hong kong, Japanese (Riichi) and Taiwanese styles are played here. Here you can meet new friends and enjoy a variety of new ways to play the game. Free-to-play for casual players For all questions or enquiries, you can call or text me: Jack - 0420560215 Parking is free after 5:30pm at Garden City with Westfield App We have a limited number of tables so please feel free to bring your own set and table if you have one. **\*Interested in learning Mahjong?\*** Ever stood behind someone playing with these tiles? Ever watched Crazy Rich Asians and wondered what is going on? Don't worry, the Brisbane Mahjong Club can offer you an absolutely beginner-friendly tutorial. We can offer you a step-by-step guide on how to play. By the end of the night, you will know how to play. Cost: $30 pp. This includes all follow-up sessions to help polish your skills and learn Hong Kong mahjong scoring. Also includes one free seasonal pass to play in the Hong Kong mahjong rankings. **\*Quarterly Leadership Rankings\*** Players can participate in our leadership boards for each division of Mahjong style (Hong Kong, Japanese, Taiwanese) spanning over 3 month periods. Top 4 players of the season will qualify for the Final Showdown at the end of each quarter. The winner of the showdown will receive the Flower Tile Award All 4 players must be registered for a game to be ranked. Where & When: Garden City Library, 6pm every Tuesday. Registration: $10 per session / $50 upfront per quarterly period. Style Rulesets: Hong Kong or Japanese. Available on site or you may contact me directly to obtain a copy. Casual players can still continue to partake in Mahjong Social sessions for free. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Thank you to all the members who have continuously sponsoring us. This group continues to thrive because of your generous support. If you enjoy coming to play mahjong week by week and would hope to see us continue these meetups where we bring everyone together for a night of fun, please consider supporting us by donating $5 on the night. I aim to make Mahjong nights the most exciting night of the week for you to look forward to. Take care and hope to see you soon

Regular Tuesday: Social meetup, mingle & make new friends

**🙋‍♀️**Welcome to our Tuesday Social + language ​exchange meetup. Meet people from many countries and make new friends. 👉We usually have between 20 - 60 people attending our Tuesday event since this event is listed in 3 different meetup groups. **BUT PLEASE RSVP IF YOU WISH TO JOIN** 👉This is a great opportunity to learn to speak English with native and non-native speakers. Many English speakers, Europeans, Chinese, Japanese, Koreans, and other Asians attend our fun and friendly party. 👉It is suitable for international students, working holiday people, professional ex-pats, and local Australians. 🍺: Discounted $6 house beers and wines 🍸: Extra cost for cocktails and spirit 🍲: Food available is to purchase at the bistro bar 🆔 Please carry your physical Photo ID (DIGITISED photo ID not accepted) as you may be asked at the entrance. Staff may refuse entry. 👉**Location**: Upstairs in front of the main bar in Shark Hotel (Entrance: Opposite Yasaka Ramen) **HOUSEKEEPING REGULATION\*\*** Our community is aiming to build a **safe & inclusive group** for all guests. Attendees are expected to **treat ALL guests/peers with courtesy**, **respect** and **understanding** of **their own cultural background** (Not sure/misunderstood is **NOT** a valid reason) **Sales pitch, pick-up** activities **are STRICTLY prohibited**. **ANY attendees with misconduct/anti-social behaviour (or made other guests feel uncomfortable) will be removed from the group without warning & report to the venue management, event platform for further action**. To help us to build & preserve a peace & comfortable environment, please reach out to the leadership team if you have any issues or concerns. **Your report will be 100% confidential. The event organiser/leadership team reserves all rights.**

Board Game Night at Marché

Whether you're looking for a short, light game or a longer strategy-heavy game, come join the Melbourne Asian Board Gamers on Tuesday night at Marché Board Game Cafe for some fun! To **check in**, please head to the front counter and show your RSVP for the Meetup event to a Marché staff member. They will then point you towards the event host for the evening to take down your attendance. **⋆⋆⋆⋆⋆⋆⋆⋆⋆⋆ Cost ⋆⋆⋆⋆⋆⋆⋆⋆⋆⋆** Attendees who have registered for the event on Meetup can play at discounted rates, with the following payments to be made: * **$7 in total per session” to cover Meetup subscription and cafe costs. Payment of $7 should be made to Marche at the front counter upon notification to the staff member that you are here for the scheduled meetup. There is now no minimum spend on items at the cafe as there were before. The cafes menu can be found here https://mbgcafe.com.au/menu.pdf . Only attendees on the "going" list are entitled to the discount. attendees that are on the waitlist or didn't register on Meetup are still welcome to come, but will need to pay the regular Marche rate of $22 for three hours of board games (includes one free drink). **Attendance** As our events are highly popular, if you have RSVP as going but can no longer attend, please amend your RSVP to allow others a chance to attend. If we notice people are not showing up when they have RSVP, you will be moved to the waitlist the following week and give priority to those who actually turn up. We appreciate everyone's understanding and co-operation. We really appreciate your support and look forward to playing with you.

Gold Coast Toastmasters

Come along to the Gold Coast Toastmasters meeting, you are all very welcome! We meet every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month at 6.15pm. Toastmasters is about holding a safe space for you to start your public speaking conversations. That is all they are ... Public Conversations to share with others. If you want to share humour, a personal story or let your work colleagues know your thoughts (nice ones please) then Toastmasters can help you express it. We have been told that we are the friendliest Toastmasters club on the coast and we intend to keep that title so come along and find out for yourself. It's never too late to increase your personal growth physically by standing in front of an audience, mentally by creating well structured speeches and emotionally by sharing your stories. We meet at Varsity Lakes Community Centre, 20 Mattocks Road, Varsity Lakes.

Fancy Trivia @ Stones Corner Hotel

Hi Fancy people! We've got a really fun group regularly attending **trivia night** with an ongoing booking in the **Sports/TAB Bar** under **Fancy Peeps, Fancy Pants** and **Fancy Pizzas** \- located at tables 92\, 93 and 94 \(on the left as you face the bar\)\. We are Fancy winners too - winning a $1,100 jackpot 24/3 - and have won many Hotel Vouchers, placing First ($150), Second ($100) and Third ($75) a few times. If we win a Voucher, we happily share the winnings on pizzas/chippies. **If you are new or didn't attend the previous week** and wish to share the food please bring some cash with you to add to the total. I've opened it up to **18 people to fill three tables**. The trivia tables are in very high demand so **IF YOU RSVP AND DO NOT SHOW YOU WILL BE REMOVED FROM THE GROUP.** Please understand the hotel and I don't deserve to be stuffed around, so keep your rsvp updated. It takes only a few seconds to do the right thing. Parking is limited, but there's heaps of space across the road in the Stones Corner library carpark/Busway station - **access from Gladys Street**. After trivia, we return together to the carpark for everyone's safety. **Join us from 6.30pm, the trivia starts at 7pm.** So come along, get a $25 Parmy, pizzas, other lovely meals or just a drink and let's give it a go! A gold coin donation to help with Meetup organiser fees is welcome. If you have to contact me, please call/text 0412 733 671 rather than add lots of comments in the Comments section. Thanks! Cheers, Reeny.

Eating Food and Telling Stories: Malaysia

A small dinner with strangers, stories, and delicious Malaysian food. Food has so much to tell - every dish carries memories. Enjoying the taste is great, but food becomes even more enjoyable when we know the story behind it. This event is not a lecture or a food tour; it is a dinner where we’ll eat together and talk about why we eat what we eat: how dishes travel, how flavours create memories, and how food becomes part of identity. I’ll guide the evening by choosing the dishes and sharing short stories about Malaysian food, ingredients, history, and culture, but the best version of the night is a conversation. Everyone is invited to taste, react, ask questions, and add their own perspective. It will be fun - we might debate the long-running Malaysia-Singapore nasi lemak rivalry, explore how laksa reflects centuries of migration, or look at how trade and colonial politics transformed flavours that many people now think of as traditional. You do not need to know anything about Malaysian food. You might be trying it for the first time, or you might have grown up eating it. Either way, the point is the same: to enjoy great food with good company and discover the stories behind the dishes. Coming alone is very welcome. Coming hungry for food and stories is even better. * Group size: 4-6 people * Duration: Around 1-1.5 hours * Cost: Free to attend; everyone pays for their own food and drinks, likely around $30–35 per person * The exact venue and dishes will be shared several days before the event. We'll be sharing a selection of dishes as a group, which is central to the experience. Because of that, this event may not be suitable for people with dietary restrictions

HAIR - THE TRIBAL LOVE-ROCK MUSICAL

Approximate Running Times - Doors - 30 mins prior to start time Running Times - 2hr 30mins (including interval) Celebrating the sixties counterculture in all its barefoot, long-haired, bell-bottomed, beaded and fringed glory, one of the most famous musicals of all time featuring "Aquarius," "Good Morning, Starshine," "Hair," "I Got Life" and "Let The Sunshine In." Identity, community, global responsibility and peace, HAIR remains relevant as ever as it examines what it means to be a young person in a changing world. CONTENT WARNINGS This production contains nudity and sexual content, strong language, references to drug use, and anti-war and political themes. It also includes depictions of violence and death, as well as racial and discriminatory language presented in historical context. The performance features flashing lights, haze, loud sound effects, and gunshot noises.

Intermediate and above Round Robin

\*\*Round Robin event for players of Intermediate and above skill level. If in doubt about your skill Level contact Peter, Rob or Allan for assesment. $10 for Nambour Pickleball members $15 for non-members. Follow link below if you would like to join the club and receive discounts for PickleBall events:- [ClubSpark / Nambour and District Tennis Association / Membership options](https://mj.clubspark.com/lnk/CAAABP5ZqngAAAAAAAAAALH3askAARh0rJUAAAAAAAKybwBljkFymEYh_0n_TjOUiTH46MzhqgABacM/1/jWKN9h4dkcxaT3Z7WOLogw/aHR0cHM6Ly9wbGF5LnRlbm5pcy5jb20uYXUvbmFtYm91cmFuZGRpc3RyaWN0dGVubmlzYXNzb2NpYXRpb24vTWVtYmVyc2hpcC9Kb2lu) See list below of attributes typical of an **Intermediate** player: * Demonstrates a broad knowledge of the rules of the game * Gets high majority of serves “in” * Able to serve and return serve deep * Hits to the weak side of opponent often * Demonstrates a variety of strategies of playing during games * Works with partners in communicating, covering court, moving to net * With varying consistency executes: lobs, forehand/backhand ground strokes, overheads, net volleys, and sustained dinking * Starting to use drop shots in order to get to the net * Knows when to make some specific placed shots in the game * Working on mixing up soft shots with power shots to create an advantage * Hits fewer balls out of bounds or in the net * Dinks mostly in opponents' kitchen and dinks lower over the net * Able to sustain dinking in the game * Has a moderate number of unforced errors If in doubt about your skill level DM me and we can discuss.

Team Up Tuesdays

*🎮 Play games. Make friends 🎲* Make new mates every Tuesday night at Team Up Tuesdays: A fun, social gaming night at Fortress. Hosted in our Tavern, you can enjoy friendly team-based games in a welcoming, social environment. **The Games 🕹️** After checking in with our host, you'll be sorted into one of two teams. These two teams will go head-to-head across 3 rounds of casual games every week! **The Prizes 🏆** \- Fun prizes for everyone on the winning team \- Spot prizes throughout the night **The Venue 🍻** Held in our Tavern, you can enjoy hot food and cold drinks in a fun fantasy setting. *See you next Tuesday!* **TERMS & CONDITIONS** * *Fortress Melbourne is a licensed venue, and as such, a valid ID is required and checked upon entrance to the premises.* * *Unaccompanied minors are not permitted in the venue at any time. Please make sure any guests under 18 are accompanied by a responsible adult at all times.* * *Minors are not allowed in the venue past 8:00 pm* * *No outside food or drinks.* *More information on valid forms of identification and Fortress' minors policy can be found here: [www.fortress.games/minors/](https://www.fortress.games/minors/)*