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Run the Tan: Run Club

Start the weekend off on the right foot with a run around the Tan.

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Queen Victoria Market

This beloved Melbourne landmark is the largest open air market in the southern hemisphere.

The exterior of the Koorie Heritage Trust at Fed Square with a yellow KHT sign out the front.

Koorie Heritage Trust

An Australian First Peoples arts and cultural centre.

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Library Cinema at narrm ngarrgu

Each month, watch a movie on the big screen, including contemporary, classic and documentary films.

An early watercolour painting of Melbourne's Yarra River.
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Yarra: Stories of Melbourne's River

Explores the chequered history of the stream we call the ‘city’s river’.

Melbourne Institute of Technology housed in heritage-listed Argus Building.

Melbourne Institute of Technology

Melbourne Institute of Technology is located in the heritage listed Argus Building.

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Local Lunch Club

Live well, eat well, together at Kathleen Syme Library.

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Metro Tunnel HQ

Discover the future of rail in Victoria, with activities and interactive games for all ages.

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English Reading Circle

Join a free, fun program to improve your English reading skills at North Melbourne Library.

Four mounted servicemen and women marching in front of a crowd at the city skyline of Melbourne.

ANZAC Day Commemoration March

Watch and thank veterans, descendants and service members marching to the Shrine of Remembrance.

A large crowd of people in the seats at the MCG all looking upwards and smiling in warm clothing.

Sleep at the 'G

A sleepover at the iconic MCG to help end youth homelessness.

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Kings Artist-Run Initiative

Space for contemporary art practice and gallery showcasing experimental projects.

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English Learners' Book Club

A place where English learners connect to discuss books and share ideas.

A tour guide talking to people in the Carlton Gardens, autumn leaves on the grass, the Royal Exhibition Building just visible in the background.
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Badass Women of Melbourne: Women's History Walking Tour

Take a guided walk to uncover the hidden stories of everyday women who shaped Melbourne.

Dancers moving around freely in a large studio space.

Chunky Move

Chunky Move nurtures contemporary dance by hosting an in-house program of dance classes.

Romanesuqe architecture of historic St Michael's Uniting Church with patterns made by two colours of brick.

St Michael's Uniting Church

Notable for its striking architecture, progressive outlook and wellbeing programs.

Exterior of Parkville Tennis Club showing wall, signage, gate, a fenced tennis court and trees in the background.

Parkville Tennis Club

Small, friendly tennis club on Royal Parade with three synthetic clay courts available for hire.

Young writers seated at tables writing in a workshop with paper and pens available on the table.

Story Studios Australia

Devoted to story writing, with magic in mind.

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Deakin University Brookes Oration

Aamir Qutub delivers the annual Brookes Oration, in conversation with journalist Neary Ty.

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Melbourne Electronic Sound Studio

A unique, world-class collection of electronic instruments all available for public use.

Children's playground at Ron Barassi Senior Park.

Ron Barassi Senior Park

Recreational space by the waterfront with a playground and barbecues.

Historic old brick building of Kathleen Syme Library and Community Centre.

Kathleen Syme Library and Community Centre

A welcoming community space in a heritage-listed Carlton building.

Red and green native correa flowers.
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Melbourne Friends Plant Sale

Melbourne Friends are hosting an autumn plant sale at Royal Botanic Gardens.

Outdoor swimming pool at Carlton Baths.

Carlton Baths

A sporting hub with a pool, gym, group fitness programs and children's activities.

Red clay tennis courts in foreground with Royal Park Tennis Club and large green trees in the background.

Royal Park Tennis Club

One of the largest community tennis facilities in the state, with a history that goes back to 1889.

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Mother's Day Classic

Join the Mother’s Day Classic to raise awareness and funds for breast and ovarian cancer.

Three people are playing a game of quadball on a grassy field, one of them is holding the yellow ball.
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Quadball Come and Try Sessions

Join a fun and inclusive come and try quadball session, perfect for beginners.

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A Trilogy of Artistry

Paintings and mixed media works from Lauren Wicks, Jane Docherty and Deborah Amon-Cotter.

Fawkner Park Tennis club showing tennis courts.

Fawkner Park Tennis Centre

Public centre offering casual court access, group coaching, holiday programs, comps and functions.

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Under the Clocks: Melbourne Walking Tour for Retirees

Explore Melbourne’s best laneways on a Friday walking tour with local stories and a cafe break.

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Fawkner Park

A popular park in South Yarra, with tennis facilities and meandering paths.

A drone shot of Fed Square at dusk, with a heart-shape of lights surrounding a central stage in the middle of a huge crowd.

Fed Square

Melbourne's public square and meeting place, opposite Flinders Street Station.

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Thought Experiment

Dive into meaningful 'what ifs' with curious, creative minds.

A couple walking through an art installation with large shield sculptures by the river.

NAIDOC Week events in Melbourne

Celebrate NAIDOC Week with the best free events, markets and unmissable performances.

A group of people with eyes closed, sitting cross legged on the floor practicing meditation.
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Heartfulness Meditation and Wellness

Learn to relax, meditate and live stress-free with a simple heart-based meditation practice.

Hazy black and white photo of musician Louis Smith standing next to a wall with some graffiti.

Twilight Guitar Concert with Louis Smith

Enjoy a classical guitar recital by Louis Smith in the courtyard at Plant Craft Cottage.