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Tricky Tuesday @ The Peacock Inn

Welcome to the **Tricky Tuesday** Meet Up! This is a smaller event but still the same sized fun! Come join us to play and explore modern card games (especially trick-takers and climbing/shedding games)! It's a great chance to learn a new game and meet some new people. You can usually find us at the tables in the side room! * *This event is made possible (and kept free for all members) via the support of [Pretty Tricky Games](http://prettytrickygames.com.au). An Australian online store for niche and unique imported and indie board and card games. Some of these you will be able to experience at our events!* Bring some games to this event if you can. There are none available at the venue. I will always have some packed - feel free to search for the rules and prepare yourself to play! These regular suspects include: Skull King, Farm Hand, The Crew, Space Dragons, VIVO, and Inside Job. Please consider others when coming and in the lead up to the event. We want as many people there as possible. If you are unable to attend mark yourself as such as soon as you can so others can be notified and attend. There's an FAQ below but if you have any questions please don't hesitate to reach out. Your tricky friend, Dave **FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS** **What is a trick taking game? Good question you handsome person.** * Generally speaking, a trick taking game is a card game which is played in a series of rounds known as ***tricks***. * Each trick is evaluated to determine a winner or ***taker*** of that trick and then will usually start - or ***lead*** *-* the next trick. * The goal is usually tied to either winning or losing a number of tricks. This may also come in the form of you guessing how many tricks you will win - known as a ***bid***. * Some games may have a suit that always wins - known as a ***trump***. * Most trick taking games are **competitive** needing between 3-5 players, others are **cooperative**, there are also solo and two-player trick taking games as well! * Popular trick taking/trick taking adjacent games you may have heard of: [The Crew](https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/324856/the-crew-mission-deep-sea), [Skull King](https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/150145/skull-king), [Cat in the Box](https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/345972/cat-in-the-box-deluxe-edition), [Scout](https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/291453/scout), [Fox in the Forest](https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/221965/the-fox-in-the-forest), the classic games of [Spades](https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/592/spades) and [Hearts](https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/6887/hearts), **What makes a Trick Taking game fun?** * There's so much to trick taking games! They're generally quick to teach, quick to play, have interesting decision spaces, and a wide variety of novelty. Even the classics though can be played thousands of times without getting tiresome. Part of the fun is in the interaction with others, assessing their moves and countering them, and how to win (or lose) at the right times. You have to stay on your toes, adapt frequently, and keep tabs on the other players, what they have played, and what they may play next! **Do I need to know how to play/have played a trick taking game before?** * Not at all, but it is good to understand the basics and general terminology so you can pick things up a bit easier on the night. You can check out [this video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7O7QyhKmCsk) for a bit of a general breakdown . **Is this event free?** * Yes, but please support the venue by purchasing a drink or two. **I'm on the waitlist can I still come?** * Unfortunately, no. We have limited capacity and must abide by it. **I don't have a game to bring, is that okay?** * Generally it will be okay, but it is encouraged to bring and share a game where you can! You can always bring a standard deck of cards or tarot cards and learn a card game or two as well! **Can I bring a guest?** * Unfortunately, unless they have signed up too it won't be possible. We have a strict limit on guests and the event would fill up too quickly otherwise. **How do I get to the venue?** * The 86 Tram is your best bet and has a stop pretty much right outside of the venue. * There are two train stations (Westgarth and Northcote) which are within walking distance. * Parking is available in the area but can get busy. If you don't mind a little walk there is parking down the adjacent street. **Dave, I worry you will win all the games we play. Such an intelligent and beautiful man, you must be a master of the tricks, is this true?** * Firstly - thank-you for the kind words, but secondly - no. I suck at trick taking games and lose more than I win. Yet, I enjoy them for their variety, high interaction, and quick nature regardless. You will be fine if you don't take things too seriously. It's about fun and meeting people... (but if you do beat me too often I will ban you from the group and venue...).

Beyond The Bathroom Choir

Hey Shower Singers! Meet us at our new venue the Craftsman's Corner (*313 Lygon St, Brunswick East*) **Please Note:** ACCESS to our rehearsal room requires walking up 2 flights of stairs - there is no lift. You can rock up and and register at the door, or contact us prior if you wish [via our website](https://beyondthebathroom.org/contact-us). We are in person or online, 7.30-9.30pm on Tuesdays. Casual attendance fees are $20 and $15 concession. If it's your first time, please come early so we can give you everything you need for a fun choir session! Looking forward to singing with you soon, BTB

CRIMES OF THE HEART at Heidelberg Theatre Company - BYO Tix

Stop Sustainability Delaying Your Deal!(Hexicon) + Rooming House(Jason Stanley)

**\*\*\*RSVP PROCESS - CRITICAL INFO\*\*\*** Please be aware, we don't use the Meetup website to take RSVPs, so you will need to register on this link to lock in your place (bookings essential) - [https://propdev.info/uMKh](https://propdev.info/uMKh) We run events most weekends around Australia so you can attend either physically in your local area, or live-stream to any event around the country. **In-Person:** 1:30pm (Melbourne time) to 'Mingle With The Expert' **Virtual:** 2pm (Melbourne time) **INTRODUCING THE INDUSTRY EXPERT:** *Stop Sustainability Delaying Your Deal! Hexicon (Kapil Kumar)* Are Sustainability Rules Putting Your Next Deal at Risk You’ve found a great site. The numbers stack. You’re ready to move forward… Then sustainability requirements get in the way. 7 Star Nationwide House Energy Rating Scheme requirements. Stormwater management. Water Sensitive Urban Design. And what looked like a straightforward project turns into redesigns, additional costs, delays, and uncertainty. Town planning gets held up. Designs need to change. And suddenly, your “great deal” is sitting on the sidelines… while your holding costs keep adding up. Here’s the truth: Most mum and dad developers don’t get caught out because they picked a bad site… They get caught out because they didn’t understand the sustainability requirements early enough. That’s why you need to hear from **Kapil Kumar** from **Hexicon**. In this session, you’ll discover: • What the 7 Star Nationwide House Energy Rating Scheme requirements mean for your project • The sustainability requirements you need to consider when subdividing • How to choose the right Environmentally Sustainable Design consultant for your development • What you need to know about stormwater management and Water Sensitive Urban Design requirements • How to make sure you’ve covered the sustainability requirements before lodging your town planning application And most importantly… How getting the right Environmentally Sustainable Design advice early in the design process can help you avoid costly redesigns, planning delays and unnecessary headaches. Because sustainability shouldn’t be something you discover halfway through your project… It should be part of your strategy from day one. Don’t miss this session! **INTRODUCING THE REAL DEAL:** *9 Rooming House Project (Jason Stanley)* *5m922, GRZ, Hoppers Crossing, Victoria* Most mum and dad developers think the hard part is finding the site. It’s not. The real pressure hits when you’re deep in the deal, when promised construction finance falls over, when council shifts the goalposts late in the build, and when policy changes (including VCAT rulings around what qualifies as “self-contained”) threaten to derail months of work. That’s when you discover whether you’re a dreamer… or a developer. At our next Property Developer Network Meetup, Real Deal presenter **Jason Stanley** shares a project that tested him on finance, council and mindset. What went well? The growth. The lessons. The shift from hoping it works to thinking strategically. What didn’t? Finance headaches, disappearing brokers, and late-stage council challenges that could have wiped out profit. This isn’t theory. It’s real-world development, the part most people don’t talk about. This is real-world development, the stuff you don’t see on social media. If you’re a mum and dad developer who wants to: • Avoid costly finance mistakes • Understand how council and policy changes can impact your project • Build resilience when things don’t go to plan • And become a better investor with every deal Then you need to hear Jason’s story. Because in property development, it’s not the easy deals that make you - it’s the tough ones. And the lessons from this one could save you tens of thousands on your next project. ***This is your chance to talk property with other enthusiasts!*** See you all soon!

Sunday Gamers Meetup & Social by Respawn Gaming

Welcome to Respawn’s Gamers Citadel! 🛡️ Come hang out, meet fellow gamers, and enjoy a chill vibe with great food and drinks. 🥤 Entry is $4 or buy yourself a drink or food. 🍲 At the “Gamers Citadel”, we provide the consoles for you and have two multiplayer (2-4 player) game stations (A, B, C and D). For our board games area you are allowed to BYO! 😯 ♟️ Currently available are: Switch, PS1, PS2, SNES, N64, Cardfight!! Vanguard, Yu-Gi-Oh! and more! If you’re bringing anything, please DM us so we can accommodate. ❤️ Conditions of entry are to either purchase any food or drink of your choice and we will provide you a reusable badge to show that you’re one of us! ✌️ Whether you’re a casual player or a hardcore fan, this is the place to be. Don’t miss out on the fun! 🤩 Our games list is below! 👇 Game Station A - N64 Emulator - Dean: Designated Pokemon Stadium Tournament Special. Game Station B - Random - Michael: • DJ Hero 2 • SSX Tricky Game Station C - PS3 - Abaan: • Resident Evil 5 - Co-Op • Saints Row The 3rd - Co-Op Game Station D - TCG + Board Games: Pokémon TCG YU-Gi-OH! TCG UNO JENGA BYO available! You can bring your own board games, controllers, equipment etc. 👍 Follow us on Instagram: @respawn.social 📱 Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/phscMtBqpW 🎧 Find Respawn on Facebook: https://facebook.com/events/s/respawn-gaming-social-club-lau/940165205164472/ 🔗 Visit our website for all info: https://intermingle.au/respawn/ 👩‍💻

The Westward Cascade

\*Ticketed event, please use this link\* https://www.egad.com.au/event-details-registration/the-westward-cascade # The Westward Cascade A New Lightning Rail line is heading to Quickstone. There will be deadly fights, electrifying danger, and other shenanigans. A D&D adventure set in Eberron. You are traveling to Quickstone on a newly constructed lightning rail line when bandits attack the elemental-powered train. Defend the passengers and stop the train before it reaches Quickstone! New and experienced players welcome. A 5th Edition D&D adventure for level 1 D&D characters. Choose from a selection of pre-generated character sheets or bring your own.

Tavern Trivia | Fortress Melbourne | 6:30pm Start

Join the Side Quest at Fortress for Tavern Trivia! There will be prizes and themed drinks. Entry is FREE, but space is limited so RSVP now. We've secured 24 seats, but if those fill up we may be able to reserve more **THE HIGHLIGHTS** * Trivia starts at 7:00pm * Questions will revolve around pop culture, video games, fantasy, and film * Tickets are free! RSVP to secure a seat at a Side Quest table **IF YOU CAN'T MAKE IT** If you RSVP but can't make it or change your mind, no problem! Just make sure to pull out of the event on Meetup so someone else can take your place! Repeat no-shows may be removed from the group out of respect for everyone's time **WE HAVE A DISCORD SERVER!** For anyone who wants to stay connected, play, and chat after hours. Invites will be made available after the event for everyone who attended **FOR NEWBIES** If this is your first time here, make sure to read the group description. Also, check this page for updates before attending the event. Finally, Side Quest is for the 18-25 crowd. To keep everyone safe, we may ask to verify your ID

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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/)*

Tavern Trivia

**Every Monday\, Trivia starts 7PM \| Free Entry \| Prizes & Glory Await** Gather your party, sharpen your wits, and descend upon the Tavern for **Tavern Trivia** — a weekly battle of brains where legends are born one answer at a time. Hosted in the heart of our bustling Fortress Tavern, this isn’t your average pub trivia. Expect an unpredictable mix of **pop culture, video games, fantasy, film, and chaotic curveballs** that’ll test even the sharpest of sages. 🎁 **Epic Prizes** 🍹 **Themed Cocktails & Tankards** 🎲 **Gaming Lore & Curveball Rounds** 🧙‍♂️ **Immersive Vibes. Medieval Energy** Whether you’re here for the glory or just for the vibes, Fortress Trivia Night is your new midweek quest. Entry is free, but tables fill fast, so rally your crew and **[book your spot](https://events.humanitix.com/trivia-fortress-melb)**. *Registered attendance on Meetup doesn't guarantee you a ticket.* **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; as such, Tavern Trivia is an 18+ Event* * *Any drink tokens must be redeemed on the day of the event, and standard RSA applies* * *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/)*

Collapse of the Pharos a Candela Obscura Assignment

\*ticketed event $50\* \*please use this link\* https://www.egad.com.au/event-details-registration/collapse-of-the-pharos A lone lighthouse stands in the darkness of a cavern – its glaring light cast out into the shadows as the astrolabe turns within it. The shelter that sits above the lighthouse lamp shimmers, its glass prisms and reflective surfaces turning as they always have. In this space, the cartographer expects nothing untoward when they receive an envelope, and in opening it they unveil the latest delivery of phenomena. An Oldfairen coin. But beneath the beacon, a rumbling shakes the structure. A snap -crack- of floorboards and masonry echoes downwards as frames falter. The coin was placed where it shouldn’t have been; its introduction to the precipice of the Flare sent a pulse of energy to the entities seeking it out. Your mission is simple - enter the Fourth Pharos, find the coin and contain the bleed. Just mind the gap. Players will be provided with pre-gen sheets and they would benefit from bringing writing utensils and a notepad.