Community Gardens Melbourne

Community Plant Sale in Coburg North

Hi all, Has been quite a while between events but we're glad you're still here - hope you're still as much in love with nature as we are! Echo Active is a platform for nature lovers and we're going to be running and promoting eco-conscious events over spring and summer and into the new year. Our first event for this restart is a community plant sale by Rain Moth Community Nursery based in North Coburg. Rain Moth specialises in native plants, beneficial plants and veggies and are running a plant sale at Newlands Neighbourhood House this Sunday from 10am to 11:30am and they'd love your support. The sale is a community event and will feature DJ Abantiades on the decks playing some low-key disco/funk/house/electronic tunes. There will also be a library and chill-out zone with some great books to explore. Newlands has a beautiful garden but there is space inside if wet. **Plant list** You can choose from a big range of tomatoes, capsicum, eggplants, zucchini, okra, pumpkin, watermelon and rockmelon as well as the following: * Basil, fenugreek, Moldavian dragonhead and 10 different varieties of chillies, from mild to super spicy * Perennials like artichoke, rhubarb, German chamomile and curry leaf plants * Leeks, onions, lettuces, leafy greens, brassicas, beans, peas and plenty more Attract butterflies, hoverflies and other beneficial insects into your patch by planting flowers. We'll have: * Lots of sunflowers! * Cosmos, aquilegia, poppies, carnations and zinnias * Native flowers such as paper daisies and orchids There will also be a great selection of indigenous plants available. Note that when planted in spring these plants will need supplementary watering over the summer: * Groundcovers like saltbush, violets and clematis * Kangaroo grass, dianella and lomandra * Large quantities of flowers - common everlasting, Murnong, swamp daisy, native flax and showy isotome * A selection of shrubs and trees There will also be lots more available on the day. Be sure to bring cash as there are no card facilities. All plants are only a gold coin each. **Stay updated and/or join our platform** If you'd like to let the organiser know that you're interested and to stay updated on the event [visit this link on the Echo Active website](https://www.echoactive.com/event/su4WZkUY2HPk). You'll see a link down the bottom to get updates, if you enter your details here you'll be able to register to get updated on this event. Once you confirm your emaill, you'll also be able to join the platform itself via a link up top so you can find out about other nearby events or run your own events going forward. Hope to see you on Sunday! 🌱

Riverside Bush Regeneration

Meeting in the Heavenly Queen Temple car park at 20 Joseph Road, Footscray, down near the beautiful Maribyrnong River. We're mulching and planting along the riverside. It's a fun experience! Come and meet some friendly, like-minded people working to increase the amount of native bushland along the banks of the beautiful Maribyrnong River. Bring along a bottle of water, wear a hat and old clothing. Gardening gloves are handy, but these will be provided if you need them. It's a great way to meet people and have fun! See you then!

Community Plant Sale in Coburg North

Hi all, Has been quite a while between events but we've made some major updates to our website and it's time to start things up again! Echo Active is going to be running and promoting eco-conscious events over spring and summer and into the new year. Our first event for this restart is a community plant sale by Rain Moth Community Nursery based in North Coburg. Rain Moth specialises in native plants, beneficial plants and veggies and are running a plant sale at Newlands Neighbourhood House this Sunday from 10am to 11:30am and they'd love your support. The sale is a community event and will feature DJ Abantiades on the decks playing some low-key disco/funk/house/electronic tunes. There will also be a library and chill-out zone with some great books to explore. Newlands has a beautiful garden but there is space inside if wet. **Plant list** You can choose from a big range of tomatoes, capsicum, eggplants, zucchini, okra, pumpkin, watermelon and rockmelon as well as the following: * Basil, fenugreek, Moldavian dragonhead and 10 different varieties of chillies, from mild to super spicy * Perennials like artichoke, rhubarb, German chamomile and curry leaf plants * Leeks, onions, lettuces, leafy greens, brassicas, beans, peas and plenty more Attract butterflies, hoverflies and other beneficial insects into your patch by planting flowers. We'll have: * Lots of sunflowers! * Cosmos, aquilegia, poppies, carnations and zinnias * Native flowers such as paper daisies and orchids There will also be a great selection of indigenous plants available. Note that when planted in spring these plants will need supplementary watering over the summer: * Groundcovers like saltbush, violets and clematis * Kangaroo grass, dianella and lomandra * Large quantities of flowers - common everlasting, Murnong, swamp daisy, native flax and showy isotome * A selection of shrubs and trees There will also be lots more available on the day. Be sure to bring cash as there are no card facilities. All plants are only a gold coin each. **Stay updated and/or join our platform** If you'd like to let the organiser know that you're interested and to stay updated on the event [visit this link](https://www.echoactive.com/event/su4WZkUY2HPk). You'll see a link down the bottom to get updates, if you enter your details here you'll be able to register to get updated on this event. Once you confirm your emaill, you'll also be able to join the Echo Active platform via the link up top so you can find out about other nearby events or run your own events going forward. Hope to see you on Sunday! 🌱

Community Conversations: Creating Prosperity for Posterity

What if prosperity was measured not only by what we gain, but by what we leave behind? We often think of prosperity as success, security or material wellbeing. But what gives life a deeper sense of fulfilment, and how might our understanding of prosperity change when we consider its impact beyond ourselves? Through stories and shared conversation, this evening will explore ideas such as contentment, sacrifice and legacy, inviting us to consider what it means to live well today while contributing meaningfully to those who come after us. Community Conversations provides an inclusive space where people from all backgrounds and beliefs are welcome. Each session includes a short presentation, followed by shared group consultation, where we can explore the theme together, along with time to connect, socialise, and enjoy light refreshments. This is a free event and all are invited to attend.

🌿 Sunday Social in the Gardens: Mingle & Make New Friends in Melbourne CBD

Looking to meet new people, expand your social circle and make some genuine friendships in Melbourne? Join us for a **relaxed Sunday afternoon at Flagstaff Gardens**, where we'll enjoy some fresh air, friendly conversations and the chance to connect with new people in a beautiful outdoor setting! 🌳☀️ Whether you're new to Melbourne, have lived here for years, or simply want to meet some new faces, this is a great opportunity to step outside your usual routine and make new connections. **No formal activities, no awkward networking and no pressure to be super outgoing.** Just a friendly group of people getting together to chat, mingle and hopefully make a few new friends along the way! **📅 Event Details** **Date:** Sunday, 25 October 2026 **Time:** 12:00pm–2:00pm **Location:** Flagstaff Gardens, Melbourne CBD **Meeting Point:** The big tree near the stage in the centre of Flagstaff Gardens 🌳 **🌿 What to Expect** We'll gather in a nice grassy area of Flagstaff Gardens and spend the afternoon chatting, relaxing and getting to know each other. To make conversations easier and give everyone a chance to meet different people, we may split into smaller groups of around **6–8 people**. Feel free to move between groups, join different conversations and meet as many people as you like. There's no strict schedule or structured activities. The idea is to create a **welcoming, relaxed atmosphere where friendships can happen naturally.** **👋 Coming Alone or Feeling a Little Shy?** **You're definitely not alone!** Many people attending our events come by themselves, and some are joining a Meetup for the very first time. If you're introverted, a little shy or nervous about meeting new people, please don't let that stop you from coming! Feel free to come straight up and say hi to me (my name is Liem) when you arrive. I'll be happy to introduce you to a few people and help you get the conversation started. 😊 You don't need to be super outgoing or have perfect conversation skills. Just relax, be yourself and enjoy getting to know others. **🎒 What to Bring (Recommended but Optional)** * 🧺 A picnic blanket or something comfortable to sit on * ☕ Your favourite coffee, drink or some snacks * 💧 Water to stay hydrated * 🧢 Sunscreen or a hat if it's sunny **Nothing is compulsory!** Feel free to just show up as you are. There's no need to bring food or purchase anything to participate. Just a friendly attitude and an open mind are all we need! **📍 How to Find Us** We'll meet at **the big tree near the stage in the centre of Flagstaff Gardens**. The gardens are conveniently located in Melbourne CBD, just a short walk from Flagstaff Station. Please try to arrive a few minutes before **12:00pm** so you can find the group, introduce yourself and settle into a conversation. **☀️ Weather Updates** As this is an outdoor event, please check the Meetup event page on the day for any last-minute updates. If Melbourne's unpredictable weather doesn't cooperate, we may need to change the event details or reschedule. **💚 Everyone Is Welcome!** This event is hosted by **Melbourne Social & New Connections (20s–40s)**, a community for people looking to meet new friends, enjoy social activities and build meaningful connections around Melbourne. Whether you leave with one new friend or several, we hope you'll have an enjoyable afternoon and feel a little more connected to the Melbourne community. **Come on your own, leave knowing a few more friendly faces!** 🌿😊 Looking forward to meeting you all on Sunday!

Queer By Nature: Seeds of Hope

📌 **Booking essential. This event runs on sliding scale pricing via Humanitix, not Meetup RSVP. Please book your spot here:** [https://events.humanitix.com/qbn-seeds-of-hope Spring](https://events.humanitix.com/qbn-seeds-of-hope) Spring is pushing through, and this month Queer By Nature is getting its hands dirty! Seeds of Hope is a 3 hour nature-based creative workshop for LGBTQIA+ folks, held at the beautiful Darebin Parklands in Alphington. **What to expect** - A grounding meditation rooted in hope and possibility - A solo wander through the parklands noticing quiet, persistent growth - Hands-on seed bomb making - Potted indigenous plant to take home - A collective closing circle **This workshop is for you if:** - You want a tangible, playful way to practice hope - You're drawn to the outdoors, and getting your hands dirty - You want queer community without having to perform or be "on" - You're curious about nature-based and arts-based wellbeing **Cost:** $60 + Humanitix fee | $30 with code **QBN2026** at checkout. Spaces are limited, so please secure your spot via Humanitix before the day: [Queer By Nature: Seeds of Hope ](https://events.humanitix.com/qbn-seeds-of-hope)

🎉 Coffee Mingle in Fitzroy Gardens ☕️🧁🥤🏞️

**Want to meet new people in an inclusive and welcoming space?** 🤗 Let’s make the most of the sunnier days and gather for an afternoon coffee in **Fitzroy Gardens**. 🌸 We will gather just outside the **Kere Kere Green Cafe & Visitors Centre** in large grassy area (to the left of the building when you are facing the entrance). You can go inside the cafe any time before or during the event to purchase a coffee and/or some yummy snacks. Please feel free to bring a picnic blanket if you prefer to sit down, but I find that standing allows you a bit more freedom to move around and mingle. And mingle we shall! This is a great opportunity to socialise with other attendees who all there for the same reason as you: to have conversations and meet new people! If it's your first time and you're a bit shy, feel free to find me (Annette) and say hello and I will help you on your way. 🤗 If it happens to be a bit rainy or drizzly we can use the sheltered section in front of the cafe entrance. Please note that in the event of extreme weather (eg. lots of rain, strong winds) this event will be postponed, so please check for any updates (in the comments section of the event page) prior to the event. **Location & Directions:** We will be located in the grassy area left of the Kere Kere Green Cafe & Visitors Centre, under the large tree. If you haven't been to this event before, its best to use the map provided on this page (click on it to open in your apps) to find the location. Otherwise you can manually type 'KereKere Green' into your Google maps. The other landmark to look out for is 'Cook's Cottage' which you can see in the background of the photo I have uploaded. **Parking advice:** There is metered parking on the surrounding streets but hard to find a free spot on weekends. You can try your luck getting a 2hr free spot on the streets coming off Clarendon St. But, I would highly recommend catching a tram there rather than driving. See you all there! Check us out on [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/melbourne_mingle) or [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567494869532) 👀

Expand Your Social Circle - Kudos 2 Friends West Side Lake Stroll (Cherry Lake)

We will meet at the starting point and a take round trip around Cherry Lake. \*\* Please note a small dog will be accompanying us.\*\* BYO a water bottle/ coffee. Dress for comfort and outdoor walk. Come along & simply say, "Hi, it's my first time joining the group event." or ask the organiser to introduce you. You can take it slow and start from there. If you enjoy the conversation(s), you can hang out in the area over a bite/ drink after. There are coffee shops near the beach. PS \*\* One of the organizers will be bringing his cutie sausage dog "Sunny" to join the walk.\*\* **\-\-\- Running Late \-\-\-** If you are running late, please message at least 30 mins in advance. We will wait up to 15 mins before heading off. We won't be able to keep track of messages once we start. **\-\-\- RSVP / Change of Plan \-\-\-** Change of plan or decide not to attend is absolutely okay. Please do update your RSVP to "NO", so others can have the opportunity to attend. **\-\-\- Intro \-\-\-** Kudos 2 Friends is a Melbourne based community created for individuals who are looking to expand their social circle and form long term friendship overtime. Join us on a fun journey as we explore cafes, restaurants and bars, including drinks, meals, outings, hiking, sporting, chilling, etc. Above all, we’d like to celebrate the importance of friendships. So if you are looking to expand your social circle and explore new adventures and venues in Melbourne, come join us! **— Download “Heylo" App > Google Store & Apple App Store —** We use Heylo App for more fluid communication, including ideas, interest groups, questions etc. Please download the Heylo app from the App store and let the organizer know if you would like to be added to the Heylo Group at the event. We will send an invite to attendees to the group. (give us some time) **\-\-\- Instagram \-\-\-** Follow us on Instagram @kudos2friends **\-\-\- Rules \-\-\-** Admin will only add members to the group with a clear profile picture. (No hidden behind sunglasses, masks, drawings) **You might be removed from the group in the case of…** * no show * without a clear profile picture * anti-social behaviour (i.e. acts rude / disrespectful regularly) * take advantage of individuals for personal gain(s) **\-\-\- Privacy \-\-\-** Do not disclose your contact number in this post comment. We will delete your comment/info as soon as we see it to protect your privacy.

St Kilda and Beach walk, chat and coffee

MIDDLE BRIGHTON BEACH

**Sunday Walk** **Middle Brighton Beach – Bayside foreshore** This next Sunday Walk will head back to the bayside foreshore. This walk takes us to the ever-popular Middle Brighton Beach, with its famous bathing boxes. We'll finish with coffee at the **Royal Brighton Yacht Club** \- on the deck overlooking the marina and the bay\. Come and join us. It'll be a great way to spend your Sunday morning. **Start:** Bay St, Brighton. Assemble at the beach end of Bay St. **Parking:** Park along Bay Street or in St Ninnians Road, off Bay St, just back from the beach. Parking is FREE. **The Walk**: The walk is along the Bayside Trail past the Brighton Baths and onto the picturesque bathing boxes, and then return the same way. **Total distance**: 5.0 km. **Time:** Allow 2.5 hours, including coffee. **Difficulty:** Easy, although we are walking on beach sand for a short distance. **Toilets:** At several places along the way. **Coffee:** At the cafe in **Royal Brighton Yacht Club**. We can have brunch there too if we wish.

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

Festival Indonesia Melbourne at Federation Square

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