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Until 19 Nov

ClimateWatch Walk

  • Free
  • Activity

Do you want to understand how climate change is affecting our plants and wildlife and contribute to climate change research? Join ClimateWatch advocates on this free guided walk to monitor biodiversity at Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne.

Learn about indicator species of plants and animals and how climate change is affecting their seasonal behaviour. The data you observe and record will help shape Australia’s scientific response to climate change.

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Date Times
Thu 19 Nov
  • 10.45am - 12.15pm 10:45am - 12:15pm

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Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria - Melbourne Gardens
Melbourne
Victoria 3004

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This is a free event

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  • telephone number: 03 9252 2300
  • email address: rbg@rbg.vic.gov.au
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Christmas things to do

The city’s wrapped and ready with magical moments, twinkling lights and festive fun.

  • Family and kids
  • Entertainment
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Christmas eat and drink

Savour the city’s festive flavours with rooftop bars, laneways and menus made for merry moments.

  • Bar
  • Restaurant
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Christmas shopping

Start ticking off your list in the city’s iconic laneways, arcades and malls.

  • Gifts
  • Fashion
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Until 18 Dec

DJB Photography Class: Full Manual Mode

Bring along your DSLR or mirrorless camera on this highly rated beginner photography course.

  • Workshop
  • Activity
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Until 14 Nov

Walking Tour: Robin Boyd's Neighbourhood (Route #2)

A walking tour exploring the architectural streetscapes, landscape and local history of South Yarra.

  • Talk
  • Walking tour
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Tours and cruises

Discover what locals love about Melbourne with a guided tour of the city and its attractions.​​

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Until 6 Mar

Romance, Glamour and Migrants: An Italian Food History Walk

Find out why Melbourne is obsessed with Italian food on this cultural and culinary walking tour.

  • Activity
  • Learning
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The City of Melbourne respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land we govern, the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung and Bunurong / Boon Wurrung peoples of the Kulin and pays respect to their Elders past and present. We acknowledge and honour the unbroken spiritual, cultural and political connection they have maintained to this unique place for more than 2000 generations.

We accept the invitation in the Uluru Statement from the Heart and are committed to walking together to build a better future. For more information, visit Aboriginal Melbourne.

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