Backpacking Sydney

"TULIP FESTIVAL" Southern Highlands Spectacular Day Tour! Wine Tasting & Lunch!

**Experience the Magic of the Southern Highlands Tulip Festival!** **Date:** Saturday, 26th September 2026 **Tour:** Tulip Festival, Boutique Wine Tasting & Lunch Combination. **Departure Time:** 8:00 AM (Please arrive 10 minutes early) **Pickup Location:** Amora Jamison Hotel, 11 Jamison Street, CBD (near the corner of York Street, 200 meters from Wynyard Station) **Southern Highlands Tulip Festival** is an unforgettable springtime spectacle at Bowral's Corbett Gardens. This exclusive tour combines stunning floral displays with gourmet experiences in a small, intimate group setting. **Why You Should Join Us:** 🌷 **Breath-taking Tulip Gardens:** Marvel at the stunning display of 75,000 tulips. A true feast for the eyes! 🍷 **Exclusive Wine Tasting:** Enjoy premium wines from Southern Highland's best known wineries. 🍴 **Delicious Ploughman's Lunch:** Feast on an all-you-can-eat Ploughman’s Lunch Platter, perfect for refuelling after exploring the gardens & winery. 🏛️ **Charming Berrima:** Discover art and history in the picturesque town of Berrima, ideal for unique gift shopping. 🚍 **Luxury Transport:** Travel in comfort in a small private coach, with a maximum of just 12 guests. This ensures a personalized and enjoyable experience. 🎉 **Fun and Engaging:** Meet new friends and make lasting memories while enjoying engaging stories and special surprises throughout the tour. **Book Your Spot Now!** Only 12 places available on this exciting tour so come out, live, and enjoy a day filled with beauty, flavour, and fun. We look forward to seeing you! **Price:** $156 per person. **Bank Transfer:** Account Name: events 4 singles - BSB: 112879 Account Number: 449253356 - Please reference your name. **PAY ID:** $156 to 0435801602 (George Palasty) **Questions?** George at 0435 801 602. Please Pay when Booking or Text/Call with payment date. Holding a seat requires a minimum 50% Deposit. **Members** from our other **Meetup Groups** could also be joining this fabulous tour.

"TULIP FESTIVAL" Southern Highlands Spectacular Day Tour! Wine Tasting & Lunch!

**Experience the Magic of the Southern Highlands Tulip Festival!** **Date:** Sunday, 20th September. **Tour:** Tulip Festival, Boutique Wine Tasting & Lunch Combination. **Departure Time:** 8:00 AM (Please arrive 10 minutes early) **Pickup Location:** Amora Jamison Hotel, 11 Jamison Street, CBD (near the corner of York Street, 200 meters from Wynyard Station) **Southern Highlands Tulip Festival** is an unforgettable springtime spectacle at Bowral's Corbett Gardens. This exclusive tour combines stunning floral displays with gourmet experiences in a small, intimate group setting. **Why You Should Join Us:** 🌷 **Breath-taking Tulip Gardens:** Marvel at the stunning display of 75,000 tulips. A true feast for the eyes! 🍷 **Exclusive Wine Tasting:** Enjoy premium wines from Southern Highland's best known wineries. 🍴 **Delicious Ploughman's Lunch:** Feast on an all-you-can-eat Ploughman’s Lunch Platter, perfect for refuelling after exploring the gardens & winery. 🏛️ **Charming Berrima:** Discover art and history in the picturesque town of Berrima, ideal for unique gift shopping. 🚍 **Luxury Transport:** Travel in comfort in a small private coach, with a maximum of just 12 guests. This ensures a personalized and enjoyable experience. 🎉 **Fun and Engaging:** Meet new friends and make lasting memories while enjoying engaging stories and special surprises throughout the tour. **Book Your Spot Now!** Only 12 places available on this exciting tour so come out, live, and enjoy a day filled with beauty, flavour, and fun. We look forward to seeing you! **Price:** $156 per person. **Bank Transfer:** Account Name: events 4 singles - BSB: 112879 Account Number: 499253356 - Please reference your name. **PAY ID:** $156 to 0435801602 (George Palasty) **Please** **Note:** When you RSVP, please pre-pay to grab your seat. Full Payment is essential for knowing who is definitely joining the tour! Girls/Guys, "Let's Hit The Road" **Questions?** Call/Text George at 0435 801 602. **Members** from our other **Meetup Groups** could also be joining this fabulous tour.

FLORIADE - CANBERRA's & OZ's BIGGEST FLOWER FESTIVAL & BOWRAL's TULIP FESTIVAL..

*Canberra's* blooming beautiful celebration of spring is back for *2026*! **LONG WEEKEND TOUR**: Friday October 2th - Saturday October 3rd. Floriade Festival - Canberra's and Australia's Biggest Flower Festival, a must see event, combined with the other once a year Famous Bowral's Tulip Festival. **MEETUP SPECIAL**: Professionally Organised and Operated 2 full days privately guided small group tour. Bowral Cafes Tulips Wineries - Touch Some Culture and History - Hidden Gems towards Canberra - Floriade NightFest Live Music Workshops Markets Museum Mint & Galleries. **VEHICLE**: A very comfortable luxury 2025 Toyota Coach. **MEETING POINT**: 8.00am Friday 2th October - Amora Jamison Hotel at 11 Jamison Street. Near the corner of York Street (close to Wynyard Station) **ITINERARY** **Day 1** **– Sydney - Bowral - Berrima - Goulburn - Collector - Canberra** 9.00am - Stop on the way for a coffee or bathroom break near Mittagong. 9.30am - Bowral Tulip Festival - let's enjoy this beauty before the crowds arrive. 11.30am - Bendooley Estate Wine Tasting - Library to check out. 1.00pm - Berrima Village - a tourist hot spot. Choose your own lunch. 2.00pm - Berrima's Hidden Secrets, I'll will keep it secret until we arrive. 4.00pm - Collector's Bushranger Hotel a drink. Famous for Holdups & Murders. 5.30pm - Arrive at the Ramada Hotel, a top quality 4 star hotel in Canberra. 6.30pm - NightFest Gardens Celebrations with live music entertainment until 10pm. **Day 2 – Canberra - Goulburn - Sutton Forrest - Mittagong - Sydney.** 9.00am - Big Breaky. 10.00am - The Canberra Mint, a fascinating & interesting place to visit, a must see! 11.00am - Canberra Wine, Chocolate & Gin Tour. 12.00pm - Lunch Break. Choose your own meal or snack. 2.00pm - We Visit Goulburn on the way back to Sydney. History to View. 3.00pm - Final chance for the best Italian Magic Wine Tasting, Sutton Forest. 4.30pm - Mittagong Old Railway History to visit under a car park! Enjoy! 6.00pm - Return to Amora Jamison Hotel. **My Thoughts**: If we can't see the World, why not see our backyard? **PRICE**: $599 per person twin share price includes full breakfasts, 4 Star Hotel, Luxury Coach Travel, Tour Operator, All Entrance Fees, Wine Tasting Costs, Bottled Water, Snacks, Chocolates. ($149 additional for your own room) **BOOKINGS:** St George Bank - Account Name: events 4 singles BSB: 112879 - Account Number: 499253356 $599 per person twin share or $748 for your own private room. Optional Payment Method: Phone PAY ID to George Palasty 0435801602 **CONTACT**: Please call or text me with any questions 0435 801 602 To Pay by credit card, please text or call me on 0435 801 602 Warmly with best regards, happy tour days ahead with George.

Sydney - Royal National Park

[👉🏻 GET YOUR TICKET (CLICK HERE) 👈🏻](https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1993884655679?aff=oddtdtcreator) Join us for a fun social hike! Meet new people, explore nature & connect. Slow pace, fun vibes. Tickets limited! \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **🗓️ Date:** Sunday, 23 August 2026 📍 **Location:** Royal National Park (Approximately 1 hour 15 minutes from Sydney CBD on Sundays) **🚙 Need a lift?** [Tap here to see the carpool driver's information and organise your ride](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1KoxtghgRBZ7MMweMpWq1UdxehOMtnVwLglGt44ht7yI/edit?gid=0#gid=0 "https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1KoxtghgRBZ7MMweMpWq1UdxehOMtnVwLglGt44ht7yI/edit?gid=0#gid=0") 📏 **Hike Distance:** Around 10 km total. 🔗 **Trail Map:** [Otford to Figure Eight Pools](https://www.alltrails.com/en-gb/trail/australia/new-south-wales/otford-to-figure-eight-pools?sh=gu0gil&utm_medium=trail_share&utm_source=alltrails_virality "https://www.alltrails.com/en-gb/trail/australia/new-south-wales/otford-to-figure-eight-pools?sh=gu0gil&utm_medium=trail_share&utm_source=alltrails_virality") **🕗 Start Time:** 9:45 AM. Please arrive 15 minutes early at the hike/parking location (shared via a private Instagram group chat). This gives time for a quick check-in, icebreaker and, if available, a toilet break before we kick off at 10:00 AM. **🕚 End Time:** 3:30 PM 🚶‍♂️ **Pace/Difficulty:** Friendly and social / Easy. ⌛️ **Average Hike Duration:** About 5 hours, depending on the group’s pace + including breaks to admire nature and a lunch break along the trail. 👉Please ensure you follow us on Instagram [@SocialHikesAU](https://www.instagram.com/socialhikesau/ "https://www.instagram.com/socialhikesau/") before booking, as Instagram does not allow us to add non-followers to group chats. After purchasing your ticket, you'll receive a WhatsApp message with the group chat link within approximately 1 hour. If you do not have WhatsApp, DM us on [@SocialHikesAU](https://www.instagram.com/socialhikesau/ "https://www.instagram.com/socialhikesau/") or reach out via SMS (info at the end). **Please note:** Start/Assembly location on Eventbrite may not be accurate (due to their software mapping limitations) - exact location will be shared in the IG group chat. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- *Looking to meet new people, explore nature, and have a good laugh along the way?* This is your perfect weekend plan! 🎉 We’re excited to invite you to our upcoming Social Hike. A welcoming day out where the focus is all about fun, friendships and fresh air. Whether you come solo or bring a mate, you’ll leave with new connections and memories! \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **🚙 Carpooling Makes It Happen** At Social Hikes Australia, carpooling is a big part of what makes our hikes possible. Every extra seat means another person gets to join. Fewer cars, easier logistics, and a more social, fun start to the day. Carpooling is also a great way to meet people before the hike even begins, share a few laughs, get to know each other, and arrive together. It’s simple, social, and one of the best parts of the experience 🌿 💡 Carpool tickets are offered at a discounted price to encourage drivers to offer seats and make the hikes accessible for everyone. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 👉 **For Drivers** If you’ve got spare seats, offering a lift makes a big difference. It helps others join, reduces parking stress and makes the ride more enjoyable from the start. 👉 **For Passengers** Passengers are to contact drivers directly using the details provided in the carpool sheet (linked at the top of the description). The sheet shows information from carpooler tickets (Drivers Offering Seats). ✨ **Best practice:** Try to organise your ride before purchasing a ticket to avoid last-minute stress. **Please note:** Drivers and passengers should stick to the arrangements they make. We do not recommend swapping drivers or cars after you’ve agreed on a ride. If you do decide to change, please make sure all parties are clearly informed and agree to avoid confusion. If a driver forgets, gets mixed up, or doesn’t pick you up, Social Hikes Australia (and your driver) are **not liable** for any inconvenience caused. For this reason, it is best to keep things simple with the driver you first arranged with. ⚠️ **Important Notes** * Please stick with the carpool arrangement you agree on. * Avoid swapping drivers unless everyone is clearly informed and agrees. * Petrol, parking and other costs are not included in the ticket price. These should be agreed directly between the driver and passengers. * Social Hikes Australia is not responsible for any issues with private carpool arrangements. 📍 **Pick-Up Info** Drivers will share their preferred pick-up locations, e.g. major CBD train stations. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **🤩 Why Join?** 🌟 Make new friends in a relaxed, casual way. 🌟Enjoy nature and fresh air while meeting like-minded people your age 🌟Friendly vibes full of laughs, chats and good times guaranteed 🌟You never know. Today’s hiking buddy could be tomorrow’s uni mate, housemate, or travel buddy! 🌟Your safety is our priority. Equipped with a first aid kit on hand. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 🎟️ **Tickets:** **All tickets are $20 per person.** This helps cover: * Public liability insurance * Parks Eco Pass (not a parking fee) * Experienced guides with a tour operator license who know the trails well * First aid kit and safety equipment for the group 🚗 **Carpoolers Discount** If you’re driving and offer seats to passengers, your ticket is only **$5** 🙌. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **🥾 What to Bring:** 👟 Comfy hiking shoes 💧 2–3L of water 🥪 Snacks/lunch ☀️ Sun protection (hat, sunnies, sunscreen) 🦟 Bug spray (always a good idea) 🎒 Optional: hiking poles, wet weather gear/raincoat \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 📌 **How It Works:** After purchasing your ticket, you’ll receive a link to our private Instagram group chat. All final details will be shared there: Hike route, meet-up location and any last-minute updates. Friendly pace, friendly faces! This hike is intentionally slow–medium so everyone can enjoy and chat along the way. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 🍽️ **Food Arrangement** After our hike, we love keeping the good vibes rolling with a meal together. We’ll suggest a café or restaurant that’s usually on the way back toward the city, so it’s easy for everyone and avoids extra driving. It’s always a highlight of the day swapping stories from the trail, sharing laughs and getting to know your fellow hikers even better over some good food. Joining is optional, but most people stick around because it’s such a fun way to finish the adventure. Everyone just covers their own meal, and we’ll confirm the spot in the Instagram group chat on the day. When booking, you’ll be asked if you’d like to join: Yes / No / Not Sure. The organisers will confirm the restaurant or bar on the day, based on feedback. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **⚠️ Important:** Must be 18+ years old to attend. Hike at your own risk. You are responsible for your own safety and belongings. Respectful, kind behaviour is a must. We are a positive and welcoming community. Zero tolerance for any unwelcome behaviour. We’re here to have fun, together! For this hike, we recommend that all participants download the AllTrails app before the event. This will help you: * View the trail map in advance * Track your progress during the hike * Stay on course in case you get separated from the group Having AllTrails ensures everyone can enjoy the hike safely and confidently. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **📜 Liability & Waiver** By joining this hike, you acknowledge that participation is voluntary and at your own risk. Social Hikes Australia is not liable for accidents, injuries, illnesses, theft, or transport-related issues. 🚑 If you have previous injuries, medical conditions, or health concerns, discuss with the organiser before purchasing your ticket. Transport/carpooling is a community initiative only, not a service. 👉 Please make sure to read our [Terms & Conditions (click here)](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1tUzOL94hk5Uk5c7FOjiPRHXZz--5H9p5/view?usp=share_link "https://drive.google.com/file/d/1tUzOL94hk5Uk5c7FOjiPRHXZz--5H9p5/view?usp=share_link") before purchasing your ticket. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Refund Policy:** Tickets are non-refundable unless the hike is cancelled or rescheduled. Tickets cannot be transferred to another hike unless agreed with the organisers. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **🚭 NO Smoking & Vaping Policy** To keep the experience enjoyable for everyone, smoking and vaping are not permitted during the hike or while walking with the group. We want everyone to enjoy the fresh air and nature without smoke or vapour and to reduce fire risk, especially during summer. Hikers who ignore this policy may be asked to leave the event and may not be permitted to attend future hikes. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **🌧 Rain Policy** If the forecast shows over 15 mm in 6 hours or 20+ mm during the day,y or if trails are still soaked from heavy rain the days before the event, your tickets get automatically transferred to the following event (Which would be in a different location). Light rain (under 5 mm/hour) is usually fine. We’ll check each hike case-by-case. Safety first 🌿 In case of weather cancellation and unable to make it to the following event, you can choose to transfer your ticket to a future event. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **🌿 About Social Hikes Australia** Social Hikes Australia started in 2023 with one simple goal: bringing people together through nature. Since then, we've completed over 45 hikes, exploring everything from coastal walks to mountain peaks and hidden trails. Along the way, we've met hundreds of amazing people, created lifelong friendships, and built a community that keeps growing. We're excited to now be expanding across Australia, with regular hikes becoming part of our schedule. Every event is a chance to explore somewhere new, meet like-minded people, and spend a day outdoors surrounded by good company. Whether you're an experienced hiker or it's your very first hike, everyone is welcome. Come for the hike, stay for the friendships. 👉 Follow us on Instagram [@SocialHikesAU](https://www.instagram.com/socialhikesau/ "https://www.instagram.com/socialhikesau/") for upcoming hikes and updates. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **💸 Where Your Contribution Goes:** Advertising and outreach – helping us bring in new people to every event. Public liability insurance – so we’re covered for safety and compliance. First aid kit supplies – keeping our hikes safe and prepared. Eco Park Pass Tour Operator Licence. Every ticket makes it possible to cover the essentials and keep creating safe, social, and welcoming outdoor adventures. 🌿 \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **📞 Organiser Contact:** We highly encourage you to text our organiser team before purchasing your ticket if you have any concerns about transport: Jacob 📱 [0404 870 123]() l Sebas 📱 [0435 993 237]() 🥳 Ready to make friends, explore beautiful nature, and have a blast? Spots are limited, so grab your ticket now and let's hike, laugh and connect! 🌿🎉

Catamaran sailing Lake Macquarie (camping caravan park)

Please email directly and supply information below, as well as RSVP. Also use email for queries (not Meetup messages). Cost and more details are below. Enjoy pretty Lake Macquarie (2 hours from Sydney) while zipping along on our catamarans and getting a good introduction to sailing. More exciting than being on a yacht ! We have 18-foot, 16-foot and 14-foot catamarans. No experience is required. Come for either the weekend or a day (we recommend coming for the weekend). Email Mark Lovi (yhasailingbookings@gmail.com) as well as RSVPing. He will then send you details. In your email, please advise the following: * Do you have your own transport ? If so, are you prepared to give others lifts ? * If you don't have your own transport, what suburb do you live in ? * Contact phone number. * Do you have a tent ? We can hire but you must have your own sleeping bag. * Can you swim (we wear lifejackets but cannot take non-swimmers) * Are you reasonably agile ? We don’t need super athletes, but you are sitting on a flat deck (not a seat) and you need to be able to move 3 metres to the other side of the boat at reasonable speed. A simple test is whether you can lie flat on a carpet and stand up within 4 seconds without using furniture. * We cannot take people weighing more than 95 kg (even if agile). COST: Sailing fee $70 (weekend); $40 (day), camping $26, lift $15, tent hire $10. You need your own sleeping bag. This is a group event and requires people to be on time to assist in rigging boats. If coming Saturday, arrive by 10:00 am ready for the outdoors. If coming for the day only be prepared to stay until 6pm. For Sunday, be prepared to arrive by 9am and stay until 5pm. Camping is at a caravan park with facilities. We are a long-established sailing group run by the YHA. We hold sailing weekends every 4 weeks. NO SAILING EXPERIENCE IS NECESSARY. Catamaran sailing is a fun and exciting way to experience the water, as the boats zip along in the wind. The boats are easy to sail and offer a good opportunity for anyone who wants to learn or experience sailing by getting some practice on either handling the jib, trapezing (hanging out the side of the boat on a harness) or skippering. We are not a "racing" group, we just like to be on the water and away from Sydney for a weekend, taking it easy.

GREECE & GREEK ISLANDS-15 days-2027 - $4995 - Private Escorted Small Group Tour!

**“TRIP to GREECE & GREEK ISLANDS”** for 15 days, 4 star hotels, professionally organised, fully guided small group tour (Max 12 people) **PRICE:** $4995 Twin Share + Air. **EXPLORE** it’s Myths, Gods & Heroes. Come and see the amazing Cultural & Historical ancient sites in Greece. Full Itinerary available on request. **OPTIONAL EXTRA**: Dubai stopover for 2 days plus 2 days longer in Athens. **OPERATING PRIVATE TOURS** to SOME OF THE MOST EXCITING PLACES IN THE WORLD with MEETUP GROUPS. Following the successful trips to Cambodia, Vietnam, Africa, China, Greece, Egypt and Turkey, Mexico Cuba Russia Hungary Austria Poland Chez Republic Lithuania Latvia Estonia Slovakia, we’re touring many of these places again in 2023 & 2024. **CONTACT:** Please call George on 0435 801 602 with questions if interested.

Capertee Campground Capertee National Park Car Camping

Social Backgammon

**Know how to play backgammon? Want to learn? Looking to have a fun night?** **Come along to our weekly backgammon night at the Newmarket Hotel for fun, games and delicious food. Whether you are a seasoned pro or a complete beginner we cater to all levels.** **We play social games and swap who we play to get more experience playing different people.** **If you have a board please bring it, but if not we usually have enough for everyone to play on.** **Feel free to join us anytime from 6:15pm and leave whenever you like.** **Follow us on Instagram @sydneybackgammon 📸**

🌸CRUSHER PLANT🌸BLUE GUM WALK🌸BENOWIE TRACK🌸ZIG ZAG RWAY🌸HORNSBY-THORNLEIGH

MEETING: Central Railway Station Platform 8 🌸✈️🌸 TIME: 10:15 for a 10:20 departure 🌸⏰🌸 DETAILS: This is an adventure! We arrive at Hornsby station and head to the newly opened Crusher Plant which is the old Hornsby Quarry, very interesting, from here we go bush, taking 2 tracks: the Blue Gum walk & The BENOWIE Walking track (just part of it) veering off to THORNLEIGH Station for our return journey back to the city 🌸⛱🌸 LUNCH: Definitely BYO 🌸🍽🌸 COST:💲5️⃣ cash gratuity or (donation)for this walk.💵 🌸💲🌸 DISTANCE: 1️⃣1️⃣kms 🌸🦋🌸 THIS WALK IS GRADED AS: Tree bathing at its best. Tracks, partial fire trails, a well trodden path with ups and downs 🌸☀️🌸 GET OUT POINTS: We are close to civilisation the entire way. 🌸🚦🌸 TRANSPORT: Express train from Central to Hornsby, return train from Thornleigh 🌸✈️🌸 GENERAL HOUSEKEEPING: 🌸💃🌸 IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO BRING A FRIEND PLEASE MESSAGE ME, unfortunately only the 2 legged kind, and not the 4 legged kind are included. 🌸🥰🌸 I am always open to suggestions if there is a destination/hike/walk you’d like to do…just message me 🌸 👣🌸 A heads up for newcomers and first timers. Our walking group is a fabulous Melting Pot of cultures, backgrounds, professions and life experiences. We love our Walks. We are INCLUSIVE OF EVERYONE………if you’re: kind, nice, fun, polite and respectful. 🌸😘🌸 On that note…. In recent times my walks are at capacity, which I’m capping at 40. Regulars, regardless of numbers are always welcome….just PM me if you’re on a waitlist. 🌸♥️🌸 We walk at a medium pace of 4kms per hour, stopping for breaks and to take in the views. It is a reasonable expectation that the group stays together. It is your responsibility to stay in line of sight. If you cannot walk at this pace, I will let you know of the next get out point. This is not negotiable. 🌸🐌🌸 As this is a walking group, bikes, ebikes, scooters, escooters, and pogo sticks are not compatible or welcome. 🌸👣🌸 Grading for my walks:
Easy: Mainly flat, suburban, loads of get out points, up to 14kms.
Easy-Medium: some stairs, a few uneven surfaces, up to 15kms.
Medium: Stairs, rocks, coastal beaches/sand, ups, downs, get out points limited, up to 17kms
Medium-Hard: uneven surfaces, need to take extreme care and be hike fit. Few get out points. Tracks, uneven surfaces, steep inclinations and limited resources. 🌸👯‍♀️🌸 WALKING GUIDELINES & RESPONSIBILITIES: 🌸✍️🌸 Carry sufficient food and water (2 litres) for the expected conditions of the walk. Pls don’t separate from the group, unless you let someone know, preferably me. The waitlist is completely discretionary….reliable regulars will ALWAYS be included. 🆗……….If you are a no show, you will not be welcome to join a future walk with me. (It’s a courtesy kind of thing). If people are on the waitlist, it is also very inconsiderate. Marking yourself as “Not Going” within 2 hours of departure does not allow reasonable time to notify anyone on the waitlist. 🌸🙅‍♀️🌸 On the odd occasion, the walk may change from the schedule, due to weather, unforeseen track obstacles OR emergency situations. 🌸🤞🌸 Please make sure your conversation is always courteous to other group members. 🌸😍🌸 PS…. IF YOUR ID PIC IS OF A COFFEE CUP, YOUR DOG OR CAT, A VIEW, and not a picture of you…You’ll stay waitlisted. 🌸❌🌸 SAFETY WARNING: Please stay away from cliff edges and be very careful when walking on wet and slippery rocks and surfaces. Stay within sight of the group at all times. 🌸🔴🟢⚫️🟠🔵🟡🟣🟤🌸 DISCLAIMER: Your health and safety is our priority, we take care to minimize risk and avoid accidents and injuries. However, Organizers and Hosts are not responsible for your health and safety and do not accept any liability for accidents and injuries that may occur during Meetup activities and events. Please take responsibility for your own safety and belongings. By RSVP to this event you and your guests agree to comply with the terms and conditions of the Aussie Explorers Meetup group which can be found in the link below: https://www.meetup.com/Aussie-Explorers/pages/28346396/Terms_and_Conditions_of_joining_Aussie_Explorers 🌸☀️🌸 HAPPY WALKING 🍃🌸🌿🌸🌿🌸🍃 xxLisa

🍜Asian Background Social: Lounge Asia Sydney (Easy English) 6pm

🌏 Make new international friends in Sydney. Come alone, practise your English, and enjoy a relaxed social night. 😊 A friendly meetup for networking, language exchange, and real conversation. **Why People Love Lounge Asia** 🍜 **Asian-focused** event 🤝 Many guests come alone 💬 No need for perfect English 🌏 No games or forced introductions — just enjoy the conversation ━━━━━━━━━━ **How to Join** 1️⃣ Tap "RSVP" on this page (1 ticket per attendee) 2️⃣ Show your Meetup QR code at reception 3️⃣ Collect your name tag and start meeting people ✅ Early RSVP is free ✅ RSVPs made within 24 hours of the event start time are $5 ✅ Limited capacity — please RSVP early Early RSVP is the best way to save your spot and join for free. Many people attend alone, so don't worry if it's your first time. ━━━━━━━━━━ ⚠️ IMPORTANT: TONIGHT’S RULES ⚠️ 🎟️ A VALID TICKET IS REQUIRED, BUT ENTRY IS SUBJECT TO HOST APPROVAL One ticket per guest. Guests on the waitlist cannot enter. A ticket does not guarantee entry. If entry is refused, you will receive a full refund. Please DM Michael, the main Lounge Asia organiser. Local hosts are not responsible for refunds. 🪑 SIT IF EMPTY Please take a seat if you see one to help create more space. 📧 SHOW SCREEN AT DOOR Have your confirmation profile/tickets ready for Chris & Kev. NO WALK-INS. THANK YOU! ━━━━━━━━━━ **How to Find Us** 📍 Venue Harts Pub 176 Cumberland Street, The Rocks, NSW 2000 ⏰ Time Saturday from 6:00pm – 9:00pm 🚶 Getting There 5 min walk from Circular Quay Station. 8 min walk from Wynyard Station. Easy to drop by after exploring The Rocks. Our Lounge Asia organisers will be there to welcome you 😊 ━━━━━━━━━━ 🍺 Please Support the Venue This event is free or low-cost because the venue supports our community. Please purchase at least one drink during the event. Your support helps us keep organising events at great venues. ━━━━━━━━━━ 💚 Please Be Respectful Lounge Asia is a friendly social event where everyone should feel comfortable and welcome. 🚫 This is NOT a pickup or dating event. Any anti-social behaviour or those who make others uncomfortable WILL BE removed immediately. 🚫 Any harassment, unwanted attention, MLM / crypto / religious recruitment, or anything that makes others uncomfortable. Organisers reserve the right to refuse entry or ask anyone to leave. 🪪 A valid government-issued photo ID is strictly required for entry. No photo ID, no entry. Driver's licences must be issued by the government of the country where the event is held. 📸 Photos and short videos may be taken for community and promotional purposes. If you prefer not to appear, please let an organiser know when you arrive. ━━━━━━━━━━ Lounge Asia is already growing in Australia and is now expanding across Asia — Japan, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Singapore. Our goal is simple: More friendship, more understanding, and more genuine connections across cultures. 📱 Instagram: @_lounge_asia 🎥 Watch Event Video: [\[WATCH EVENT VIDEO\]](https://youtu.be/tNak_cu9CXw?si=xiObPWs86vc93N18) 🎁 BECOME A FOUNDING MEMBER (VIP) We are building an official app to connect our community safely! Join the VIP list for early access and priority invites to special parties. 👉 [\[Join the VIP List here\]](https://forms.gle/T2KukvgEiGWEz3VR9) ━━━━━━━━━━ 🌏 Come say hi! Hey, come hang out! 来一起玩吧！ 一起來聊天吧！ 気軽に遊びに来てね！ 편하게 놀러 와요! มาเจอกันนะ! Tới chơi nha! Tara, sali ka na! Yuk, gabung! Хамтдаа цуглацгаая! Komm einfach vorbei! Jom join kita! See you at Lounge Asia!

"We Hike... to Byron Bay" Drinks Nite!

**[Coming to Byron Bay?](https://www.meetup.com/hikewalktothebar/events/313405523/)** Let's grab some drinks, food. Chat. Get to know your fellow Byron Bay Hiker before our mid-Setpember adventure... Questions, suggestions, etc for our weekend away? Let's discuss it all. Yup. This drinks nite is actually happening! But please... only join if you're heading to Byron Bay with us. Location and details discussed in our whatsapp chat.

--==Hack The Box Meetup Main Track IRL PHYSICAL EVENT==--

Hi All we are pleased to announce our first IRL event that will be held at the Cyber CX Sydney Location. This will be our first IRL physical event and as always all of these events are no cost free community events. Event Location: Cyber CX Level 23/2 Market St, Sydney NSW 2000 Time 8PM Join us as we walk through a recent machine and discuss tactics and recent cybersecurity vulnerabilities in this virtual event. as always there will be some HTB Giveaways at each event as well as some HTB swag. * Giveaways * Swag * Hacking HTB and walkthrough with explanations etc * Hardware hacking tools showcase... bring yours as well (please respect our hosts and don't break anything on site) * bring your laptop and hack with us! PreReq * a HTB account * Linux PWN box - Highly suggest making use of a personal VM over the HTB PWN box but if you need to this is ok * Join the Discord server [https://discord.gg/BYTUB6cbEN](https://discord.gg/BYTUB6cbEN) (Updated Discord Link) * Connect your email to your HTB account before the event if possible so I can add you to the private HTB instance for the event... (I will not be retaining anyone’s info and will respect your privacy, however HTB obviously has your info already) Rules: * must be 18+ (if not will you require parental consent of some type) * no bad behavior of any kind will be accepted * we welcome all religions, ethnic backgrounds and sexual [orientations...we](http://orientations...we) are the weirdos lol * no recording and or sharing info in these events and there will be no handouts they are just for the event * no sharing of sensitive info from the event (will be a current machine walkthrough and explanation) * everything we do is ethical * respect our host's location Note: that this is a passion project for me representing HTB, I love Cybersecurity and learning. I feel the best way to validate my own skill set is to share it with others, and also learn from them as well. Hope to see you there.