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It’s been a while since we last posted an activity. Members had a great celebration of spring during their trip to the Bendigo Tulip Festival on Thursday 26 September. Tour guide Ron acted quickly, and members enjoyed morning tea at
On what was a freezing day, Thursday 4 July, members were warmly welcomed for lunch at Arundel Farm Estate, Arundel Road, Keilor. A small but tasty set menu, the risotto with prawns and fennel was a particular hit. Following the
The Fyansford Paper Mill, on the edge of the Barwon River just outside of Geelong, was constructed between 1876 to 1878 using local bluestone and brick, and comprises the original mill buildings, manager’s house, six workers’ cottages, a bluestone water
With the weather forecasting possible rain, over 20 members braved what is usually a chilly Macedon for a visit to the Forest Glade Gardens and Stokes Collection. The collection represents the life-long passion of Cyril Stokes and due to his
Members are currently enjoying day one of a 3-night stay at the Marysville Holiday Park. Today a visit to the Steavenson Falls waterfall was a great start to the trip away. Marysville is showing its beautiful autumn colours.
On Thursday 11 April 11 members took the guided tour of Gulf Station, one of the oldest and most intact examples of a pioneer complex in Australia. The guides on the day gave a history of the station and founding
Our intrepid travelers have made their way home after a week at Norfolk Island. We look forward to sharing the stories of their adventures. Seeing the many photos shared so far it looks like there was lots to do each
What a beautiful day for a leisurely cruise down the Maribyrnong River on board the Blackbird, a traditional ferry of Lakes Entrance fame. Members enjoyed the two-hour cruise where the captain Peter shared the history of the river and surrounds.
Whilst many of us would have been trying to stay cool, Thursday 22 February saw a number of hardy members exploring the Melbourne Gaol.
On Thursday 11 January, a small but enthusiastic group of members spent the day at the Botanical Gardens in Melbourne. The weather was perfect, and after taking in the sights that included the beautiful women’s garden, and the lake full