Backcountry Skiing Melbourne

Breathtaking GREAT OCEAN ROAD: Day trip: Hike + Lunch, Kayaking, Meditation

* 🌏 **MELBOURNE → GREAT OCEAN ROAD** 🏙️ * 📅 **SUN 4 OCT — DAY TRIP** ☀️ * 🌊 **Where the Forest Meets the Sea** 🌿 \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Escape the city and join us for a refreshing day in **Anglesea**, one of the Great Ocean Road’s beautiful coastal destinations. Here, eucalyptus forest meets the sea, ocean waves roll towards sandy beaches and scenic trails open onto wonderful coastal views. We’ll begin with coffee, tea and snacks before setting out on an **easy-paced, guided 10 km hike** through coastal bushland. Along the way, we’ll enjoy fresh sea air, beautiful scenery and opportunities to spot kangaroos and native birds. We’ll pause in nature for a gentle **guided meditation**, allowing time to breathe deeply, slow down and reconnect. After the hike, we’ll gather for a **supplied Spanish vegetarian lunch** 🇪🇸, served with unlimited tea, coffee, snacks and refreshments. Everything is prepared for the group—simply relax, enjoy the food and share the moment. Our afternoon continues with peaceful, beginner-friendly **kayaking**, followed by a beautiful **Anglesea coastal lookout** overlooking the cliffs, beaches and open sea. Come solo or bring a friend. Expect welcoming company, relaxed conversation and a thoughtfully organised day combining nature, movement, Spanish flavours and the sea. ✨ **Hike the coast. Savour Spain. Breathe in the sea.** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 🎒 **All-Inclusive — Just $99!** ✅ Comfortable return transport in a **Mercedes minivan** 🚐 ✅ Guided **10 km coastal hike** and hiking gear 🥾 ✅ Supplied **Spanish vegetarian lunch** 🇪🇸 ✅ Unlimited snacks, soft drinks, coffee and tea ☕ ✅ Kayaks, life jackets and all paddling equipment 🛶 ✅ Guided meditation in nature 🧘 ✅ Anglesea beaches, coastal scenery and panoramic sea lookouts 🌊 ✅ Friendly small-group atmosphere 😊 \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- #### 🕒 **Adventure Itinerary** 📍 **07:30** — Pick-up near **St Paul’s Cathedral, Flinders Street** ☕ **08:00** — Short rest and refreshment stop 🍵 **09:00** — Arrive in the Anglesea area · Coffee, tea and snacks 🥾 **09:15** — Easy coastal bushland hike Approximately 10 km · 190 m elevation 🧘 **12:00** — Guided meditation and grounding in nature 🇪🇸 **12:30** — Supplied Spanish vegetarian lunch with drinks and refreshments 🛶 **13:30** — Beginner-friendly kayaking on calm water 🌊 **16:00** — Anglesea coastal lookout and beautiful sea views 🚐 **18:30** — Return to Melbourne 📍 **Drop-off: Hamer Hall** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 💰 **How to Book** Secure your place with a **$99 transfer**. An RSVP alone does not reserve your seat. Your booking is confirmed once payment is received. 🔹 **PayID:** 0414 661 458 🔹 **Bank Transfer:** **Name:** KARAPETIAN G **BSB:** 013233 **Account:** 226325836 **Reference:** Gor 🌟 **Limited places available—RSVP now!** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ❗️**Please Note:** **Payments are only credited or refunded if the event is canceled or rescheduled by the organizer.** In all other circumstances, payments are **non-refundable and non-transferable**. ❗️Thank you for understanding and supporting the planning involved in creating these experiences! 🌿 \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **🎒 What to Bring?** ✔️ **Comfortable hiking shoes (or able to supply, let me know size)** **✔️ Wind/water-resistant jacket**🧥 ✔️ **Long pants & long sleeves** 🌿 ✔️ **Hat/beanie/gloves** 🧢 ✔️ **A positive mindset & big smile!** 😊 \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 📢 **Questions?** Feel free to **DM me anytime!** 📩 ✨ **Let’s make this an adventure to remember** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Visit our sources: https://www.facebook.com/groups/812911556223655/?ref=share Instagram: nogeography.hike.kayak https://www.meetup.com/en-AU/no-geography-hike-and-kayak/ \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 🥾 **Easy Hike · 🇪🇸 Supplied Spanish Vegetarian Lunch · 🧘 Meditation · 🛶 Kayaking · 🌊 Anglesea Sea Views** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **LIABILITY WAIVER** The organizer of this group cannot accept any liability for any loss, damage, injury, or accident to participants or their property at this event. By participating in this event, you're taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being. By joining this event you agree to these terms. ## **COVID-19 Safety Measures** * The event host is instituting the above safety measures for this event. * Please do not attend if you are experiencing any flu-like symptoms, such as fever, cough, or sore throat. * If you have recently tested positive for COVID-19 or have been in close contact with someone who has, we kindly ask that you refrain from attending. * Thank you for your understanding and cooperation in keeping our community safe!

Girl Founders Council - Focus Group - Founders and Builders Session 5

**Location:** East Melbourne Library - Room **Session**: 6!!! **Spots:** 6 maximum *We are at the early stages! Come help us figure out what it becomes.* The Founders Council is a weekly gathering for women in Melbourne's south-east who are building something — a business, a side project, a creative practice, an idea that keeps coming back. It is not just a networking event. It is not a workshop. It is a council — a small room of women who show up weekly (or help out the one-off joiners to the group) to give and receive honest input from people who are in the same season of building but might be doing it alone. You will meet other girls who are building something too, let's help each other out with whatever each of us is working on. Share your inputs and ideas. Because I believe we have so many skills and pieces of knowledge that can help the person next to you. This can be your accountability group come when you can, touch base and keep yourself accountable with what you planned to build. **Session 4 will run like this:** We will start with a quick round of names and what everyone is working on — thirty seconds each. Then the council opens. Anyone who wants to bring something gets fifteen minutes — a problem, a decision, a pitch to test, something they need honest eyes on. (You can also treat this as your accountability group where in your 15 minutes you can share what your plan is for this week. Then come again next week to check in and plan the next week) The group responds. Not with prescriptive advice. With real honest reactions from people who get it. We close with each person naming one thing they are doing before next week. That is it. That is the accountability. Then the last thirty minutes are open — coffee, conversation, the kind of talk that only happens when the room is right. **You do not have to share anything.** Come and contribute to the group. Listen. Give your perspective on someone else's problem. That seat is just as valuable as any other. **Others you could find here:** Women aged 20+ in Melbourne who are actively building something. Early stage, side hustle, just an idea — all welcome. The only thing that connects everyone in the room is that you are building and you want to be around others who are doing the same. **What to bring:** Yourself. Coffee. Optionally — one thing you are working on or stuck on that you would like the group's eyes on. **Spots are limited to 6.** Small by design. The council only works when the room is small enough for everyone to have the time to share and get the response. *This is a weekly event. Come once or come every week — no commitment required. The door is always open.* Started by Veronika — Building an app for couples, and someone who started this group because she needed it and could not find it.

Craig’s Hut Pack Carry (20km Grade M)

Magda Szubanski: I Can't Tell You But I Will

Federation Square to Abbotsford via the Main Yarra Trail walk

Intensive Motivational Interviewing Skills– 1 Day Course in Melbourne

**Ready to secure your spot? 🎯 Register now and complete your payment securely via Stripe Checkout!** [Click Here](https://buy.stripe.com/8x2bJ1aam1YGeG4aeg2oE43) **About the Course** **Duration**: 1 Full Day (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM) **Delivery** **Mode**: Classroom (In-Person) **Language**: English **Credits**: 8 PDUs / Training Hours **Certification**: Course Completion Certificate **Refreshments**: Lunch, beverages, and light snacks will be provided during the session. **If you would like weekend training sessions, kindly reach out to us at info@mangates.com for availability and scheduling.** **Course Overview:** This upgraded 1 Day MI workshop equips professionals across healthcare, social work, education, HR, and customer-facing roles with advanced motivational interviewing skills. Participants will learn to communicate with empathy, reduce resistance, foster engagement, and guide behavioral change. Through interactive role plays, case studies, and hands-on exercises, attendees will gain practical techniques to handle challenging conversations, strengthen rapport, and improve outcomes. The course emphasizes ethical influence, client-centered strategies, and measurable impact. Participants will leave with an actionable MI plan ready for immediate application. **Learning Outcomes:** **By the end of this course, you will be able to:** * Apply MI techniques across healthcare, HR, education, social work, and customer service * Build trust, rapport, and engagement with clients, employees, or students * Recognize and respond to resistance effectively * Guide behavior change ethically and sustainably * Integrate MI into daily professional practice * Develop a personal action plan to monitor and improve MI effectiveness **Target Audience:** * Healthcare and mental health professionals * HR professionals, team leaders, and organizational managers * Social workers and community service staff * Educators, student counselors, and coaches * Customer service and sales professionals **Why is it the Right Fit for You?** Professionals often face challenges in motivating clients, employees, or students to adopt desired behaviors. This MI course equips participants with practical tools to foster engagement, trust, and collaborative decision-making, resulting in improved outcomes and stronger relationships. **©2026 Mangates Tech Solutions Pvt Ltd. This content is protected by copyright law. Copy or Reproduction without permission is prohibited.** **Want to train your entire team?** In-house sessions are available for organizations seeking to embed motivational interviewing skills across teams, improving engagement, performance, and professional communication. Customized programs provide hands-on practice for real-world scenarios. 📧 Contact us today to schedule a customized in-house session: corporate@mangates.com **Agenda** **Module 1: Introduction to Motivational Interviewing** • Understand MI principles and collaborative communication • Explore motivation and ambivalence in clients, employees, or students • Recognize barriers to engagement • Icebreaker Exercise **Module 2: Core MI Communication Techniques** • Master open-ended questions, affirmations, reflections, and summaries (OARS) • Develop active listening and empathy • Respond effectively to resistance • Activity **Module 3: Understanding Motivation and Behavior Change** • Explore intrinsic vs extrinsic motivation • Identify readiness for change across individuals and teams • Align goals with values and desired outcomes • Case Study **Module 4: Applying MI in Professional Contexts** • Adapt MI for healthcare, HR, social work, education, or sales • Conduct effective coaching, feedback, or counseling conversations • Guide individuals toward self-motivated decisions • Role Play **Module 5: Overcoming Resistance and Objections** • Recognize and address reluctance constructively • Reframe objections as engagement opportunities • Maintain rapport and trust during difficult interactions • Scenario Exercise **Module 6: Integrating MI into Daily Practice** • Incorporate MI into workflow and professional routines • Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams • Use MI to enhance engagement, adherence, or performance • Simulation Exercise **Module 7: Personal MI Action Plan** • Develop a step-by-step plan to apply MI skills professionally • Set measurable goals and track outcomes • Commit to continuous skill improvement • Action Plan Presentation **Frequently asked questions** **1\. Do I need prior MI experience?** No, this course suits both newcomers and experienced staff who want to refine their communication skills. **2\. Can MI be applied across different sectors?** Yes, including healthcare, HR, social work, education, and sales. **3\. Will there be hands\-on practice?** Yes, with role plays, simulations, and case studies. **4\. Is the course suitable for individual professionals and teams?** Yes, both formats are effective. **5\. Will I receive certification?** Yes, a Course Completion Certificate will be awarded. **6\. Are lunch and refreshments included?** Yes. lunch and refreshments included **7\. Can this be delivered in\-house?** Yes, customized corporate or institutional sessions are available. **8\. How many participants per session?** Typically 12–20 to maximize engagement. **9\. Will real\-world professional scenarios be included?** Yes, sector-specific examples are provided. **10\. Do I need leadership experience?** Not required, though beneficial for application. **11\. What is the refund policy?** You are eligible to request a refund up to 7 days before the event.

Saturday Albert Park City 🌆 Kayaking 🚣🏻& Friends

### **🚣‍♂️ Saturday Kayaking at Albert Park Lake! 🌅** Get ready for a **kayaking adventure** right in the heart of the city at the **Sunset & Golden Hour!** 🚣‍♀️✨ Join us this **Saturday** for a fun-filled paddle session, complete with **good vibes, great company, music, and a stunning sunset** over the water. 🌇🎶 \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ### **🎟️ Package Includes – Only $39 PP!** ✅ **Kayaks & gears** 🚣‍♂️ ✅ **Soft drinks & snacks** 🥤🍏 ✅ **Hot tea & coffee** 🍵☕ ✅ **Music & a relaxed social atmosphere** 🎶 \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ### **📍 Meeting Point & Details:** 📅 **Day:** Saturday 📍 **Location:** Albert Park Lake 💲 **Price:** $39 per person 🌊 **Kayaks available – Let’s make some waves!** 🌊 \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ### **💳 How to Book:** 📩 **RSVP with a $39 transfer** to secure your spot! **Please note:** An RSVP alone does not secure your spot — only a transfer confirms your place on the trip. Thanks for understanding! 🔹 **PayID:** 0414 661 458 🔹 **Bank Transfer:** **NAME:** KARAPETIAN G **BSB:** 013233 **ACCOUNT:** 226325836 **Ref:** Alb 🌟 **Limited spots available—RSVP now!** S*pots are only confirmed once payment is received !!!* \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Credited or refunded only if the event is canceled/moved. Non-refundable in any other cases \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ### **🛶 What to Bring:** ✔️ Waterproof/water-repellent clothing 🌊 ✔️ Or spare clothes & shoes (just in case!) 👕👟 ✔️ A positive mindset & excitement for an awesome time! 😃 \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ### **📢 Important!** 📺 **Before attending, please watch these short videos on kayaking safety & techniques:** https://youtu.be/TAEkR13ChPs https://youtu.be/Calmsh4zI5U \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ### **📲 Have Questions?** Feel free to **DM or call me** ! 📞💬 📌 **Follow & Stay Updated:** 🌍 **Facebook Group:** https://www.facebook.com/groups/812911556223655/?ref=share 📸 **Instagram:** @nogeography.hike.kayak \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 🚣‍♂️💙 **Get ready for an unforgettable kayaking experience – see you on the water!** 🌊✨ \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **LIABILITY WAIVER** The organizer of this group cannot accept any liability for any loss, damage, injury, or accident to participants or their property at this event. By participating in this event, you're taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being. By joining this event you agree to these terms. ## **COVID-19 Safety Measures** * The event host is instituting the above safety measures for this event. * Please do not attend if you are experiencing any flu-like symptoms, such as fever, cough, or sore throat. * If you have recently tested positive for COVID-19 or have been in close contact with someone who has, we kindly ask that you refrain from attending. * Thank you for your understanding and cooperation in keeping our community safe!

Mitcham - Montrose loop, 45 kms (intermediate)

**NOTE: BYO lunch required** We depart from Mitcham Railway Station at 10am along the Box Hill-Ringwood Rail Trail, turn left up the Eastlink Trail and then Mullum-Mullum Creek Trail towards Croydon. Crossing over Maroondah Highway (at traffic lights) and into Croydon to pick up the Carrum-Warburton Trail to Mooroolbark. Following Cambridge Road and Montrose Road (bike lane) and then on-road for 500 m on Mt Dandenong Tourist Road to arrive at Hahndorf for hot chocolate and other delights (20 km mark). Hahndorf does not have a grand selection for lunch, hence we are only stopping here for a (hot) chocolate and toilet. Following the backstreets of Montrose we pick up Sheffield Road (bike path followed by gravel road) to arrive at the Liverpool Road Retarding Basin for our lunch stop - no shelter, no toilets but plenty of ambience (26 km mark). After lunch, we pick up the Dandenong Creek Trail all the way to Eastlink, follow Eastlink Trail towards Ringwood and then peel off back to Mitcham. Route: [https://ridewithgps.com/routes/55434314?privacy_code=RwlZISNaJVEVnieWsy2fGpyGgqkwpX5k](https://ridewithgps.com/routes/55434314?privacy_code=RwlZISNaJVEVnieWsy2fGpyGgqkwpX5k) This ride is for financial MBTC members, or those who have not yet done three single day rides with us. To join our club check out [https://www.mbtc.org.au/membership](https://www.mbtc.org.au/membership) ESSENTIAL ITEMS * **BYO LUNCH (essential, no other option)** * Fun disposition * Functioning headlight & tail light * Spare tube and a puncture kit * MYKI card * Basic tools * Rain gear * Food/snacks, etc WATER It's your responsibility to check the temperature and distance for the day and carry an appropriate amount of water. When riding outside suburbia remember that carrying too much water is better than not enough as the distances between water availability may vary greatly from the planned route due to road closures or other unforeseen circumstances. Check Meetup for any changes the day before the ride, as the ride may be cancelled in the event of extreme weather or other unforeseen circumstances. If you cannot make it to the ride please change your RSVP to 'NO' as soon as you know but no later than the day before ride day. The MBTC Refund & Cancellation Policy can be found [here](https://www.mbtc.org.au/refund-cancellation-policy/). When I RSVP for this event/activity I acknowledge that the activity of bicycle riding can be dangerous and that I may suffer loss or injury or death and I agree that in consideration of my participation in any event conducted by the MBTC that I will absolve from liability the MBTC, its officers, and any event organiser from all claims, demands, or suits whether for personal injury or property loss suffered whether by negligence or breach of contract or otherwise, save for any right I may have pursuant to the Australian Consumer law. I acknowledge that photos may be taken of me during MBTC rides and social events, and that it is club practice that these photos will be published on Meetup, Facebook, and the club website. I will notify the ride leader and other riders if I wish to not be photographed. MBTC cannot guarantee that my photo will not be published and will promptly honour requests to be removed from MBTC controlled sites.

The Mill & Boroondara Hike – Murrindindi Scenic Reserve (15.7KM, M-H)

WALK + FARMERS MARKET + LUNCH 🌽| Yarra Bend | Easy 9km | PT Accessible 🚃

Walk after work and make friends (~5km)

G'Day walkers! Starting from 'NGV' we walk along the Tan track to MCG and Fitzroy Gardens. The pace will be moderate. The distance is around 5km. If audience is keen we drop by Brunette to grab a coffee on the way back. **By attending, you agree to match the pace and stay in sight of the group or be comfortable navigating your own way to the destination.** **What to bring:** * Water bottle * Appropriate clothing if it's windy or possibility of rain **MEETING LOCATION** NGV between the pools. **LIABILITY WAVER** The organiser of this group cannot accept any liability for any loss, damage, injury or accidents to participants or their property on this event. By participating in this event, you're taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being. By joining this event you agree to these terms.

Stony Creek Reservoir and Old Mill Loops – Brisbane Ranges (20km Grade M)