Our regular monthly social night - this month at The General Assembly, South Wharf.  GRADE: Social.  ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION: Join us for our monthly social evening where members can enjoy a meal, talk about upcoming events, compare notes on past activities and float ideas on events they would like to see run. Do you want to see more of a particular activity, or do you have a particularly favourite area of Victoria you would like to share with others? Do you have an idea for a walk we haven't done before? If so, we'd love to hear from you. Everyone is welcome – new members are especially invited to any of the monthly Nomads social evenings. See The General Assembly website for more details, including their menu.  BOOKING: By Sunday 2nd August. To register, click on Get Tickets. Unsure if you've already booked? Click View my bookings. MEETING TIME | LOCATION: 7pm at The General Assembly, 29 South Wharf Promenade, South Wharf. Beware: If searching your map app, take care to search for the correct General Assembly (not the one at Freshwater Pl nor the one in William Street). MAP REFERENCE: Google map maps.app.goo.gl/Mu61ZPNZ4Pijbaiz5. PUBLIC TRANSPORT: The General Assembly is a 14 minute walk from Southern Cross Station (or 19 minutes from Flinders Street Station). Alternatively, take tram 12, 96 or 109 to stop 124A (Casino/MCEC/Clarendon St). LEADER: Richard C. | Email LeaderRichardC@nomads.org.au if you have any questions. Members can access leader contact details under Members | Leader Contacts when logged in to the website.   HOME   BACK TO LIST OF EVENTS   MEMBERSHIPS  

Enjoy a winter walk within the boundary of the European Melbourne CBD commonly known as The Hoddle Grid. Cities evolve over time and walking in a city like Melbourne, something is sure to snag your interest. GRADE | LENGTH | TYPE: Grade 2: Moderate, approximately 8 km, circuit walk (graded according to the AWTGS: Australian Walking Tracks Grading System). ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION: The Hoddle Grid, named after Surveyor Robert Hoddle, was laid out in 1837 and an upgrade of the 1st attempt undertaken by Robert Russell in 1836. It's unique for its wide main streets with rear access known as the "Little Streets". This first Tour will take in the eastern section between the two "S" Streets - Spring and Swanston - focused on Bourke, Collins and Flinders Streets. NOTE - hills are involved in this walk. This walk will pass locations with interesting pasts, most long disappeared. Full details will be supplied along with little known facts. Who was around when Joe Cocker was thrown out of his accommodation after returning from a "gig"?? How many CBD Pubs and Hotels have long ago fallen under the "hands" of Whelan The Wrecker??? BOOKING: By Friday 31st July. To register, click on Get Tickets. Unsure if you've already booked? Click View my bookings. FURTHER INFORMATION: Melbourne 1945 (1945.melbourne ) | eMelbourne (emelbourne.net.au) MEETING TIME | LOCATION: 10:30am at street level in the Atrium between the two towers at Collins Place. Early arrivals can enjoy a beverage in the food court below.  MAP REFERENCE: Google maps maps.app.goo.gl/QLGVcukzxUyg11tC7 PUBLIC TRANSPORT: Public transport is the best option. Trains: Parliament Station is around the corner Trams: #11 + #12 + #48 + #109 stop right next to the meeting point plus it's an easy walk from tram stops in Bourke and Flinders Streets at Spring Street. Cost: Weekend capped Myki money fares are $4.00 Full, $2 Concession and FREE for Seniors. FOOD: Carry snacks and 1 litre of water. We will be stopping at one of the many food courts in the Eastern CBD for lunch. APPAREL | FOOTWEAR: Comfortable walking shoes as long walking and standing on hard paved surfaces can be hard on feet. Dress according to the weather forecast (be prepared to wear layers).  LEADER: Garry Oliver | Email LeaderGarryO@nomads.org.au if you have any questions. Members can access leader contact details under Members | Leader Contacts when logged in to the website.   HOME   BACK TO LIST OF EVENTS   MEMBERSHIPS  

We continue along the O'Keefe Rail Trail from the Knowsley State Forest through Knowsley to Lake Eppalock. GRADE | LENGTH | TYPE: Grade 3: Moderate 12.7 km walk (graded according to the AWTGS: Australian Walking Tracks Grading System). Mostly flat on a gravel rail trail.  ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION: After meeting at the O'Keefe Rail Trail car park we carpool to the start of the walk at the Smart Track Visitor Area, Knowsley State Forest. We walk for about 2 hours along the O'Keefe Rail Trail through forest and farm land to arrive at our lunch stop at Knowsley. After lunch, we continue on to Lake Eppalock. Depending on early winter rainfall, the lake water may reach this point. We will then drive to Heathcote for refreshments, before heading home. BOOKING: By Friday 24th July. To register click on Get Tickets. Unsure if you've already booked? Click View my bookings. FURTHER INFORMATION: O'Keefe Rail Trail | Commercial Hotel Heathcote  MEETING TIME | LOCATION: 10am at the O'Keefe Rail Trail car park, 8 km/5 mins drive from the Northern Hwy/McIvor Hwy intersection, Heathcote (towards Bendigo).  MAP REFERENCE: Google map maps.app.goo.gl/7PWvjg3uCwkiAARS7 DISTANCE | TIME FROM GPO: 135 km, aproximately 1 hr 44 min via Kilmore & Heathcote. Alternative routes via Lancefield 130 km, 1 hr 45 min or 146 km, 1 hour 45 minutes via Calder Fwy/M79 to Kyneton, then follow C326 via Redesdale to Heathcote. PUBLIC TRANSPORT: Not Available. If you need a lift or to carpool, contact leader at least a week in advance to arrange. FOOD: Carry snacks, lunch and 2 litres of water. After walk refreshments will be at the Commercial Hotel or Gaffney's Bakery (closes 4pm). APPAREL | FOOTWEAR: Comfortable walking boots/shoes and dress according to the weather forecast. Knowslea can be several degrees warmer and sunnier than Melbourne. LEADER: Paul K | Email LeaderPaulK@nomads.org.au if you have any questions. Members can access leader contact details under Members | Leader Contacts when logged in to the website.   HOME   BACK TO LIST OF EVENTS   MEMBERSHIPS  

NOTE: Due to the Run Melbourne Event in the CBD & Docklands - changes to Trams until Lunchtime  Check https://transport.vic.gov.au  for Details. Enjoy a scenic walk overlooking Port Phillip Bay and the Lower reaches of the Yarra River, crossing the Yarra River on the Westgate Punt. GRADE | LENGTH | TYPE: Grade 3 Medium, 10 km point-to-point walk on paved or compacted dirt paths (graded according to the AWTGS: Australian Walking Tracks Grading System). ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION: From the Beacon Cove Terminus of the #109 Tram, the walk will follow the Beacon Cove Promenade Trail past one of Melbourne's earliest urban renewal projects plus Station Pier and Princess Pier. Passing through the Maritime Cove Parkland, the walk will make the return trip along the Webb Trail to Sandridge Lookout. Next the walk will head to Westgate Park which will be the lunch spot in designated facilities. Then a walk through Westgate Park to the Punt pier (near the Westgate Bridge) to cross over the Yarra River. On the western side the walk will continue on off-road paths past the historic sewerage pumping station and the Newport Power Station. We'll exit to take North Road to Newport Station, where you can board a train to return towards the CBD.  BOOKING: By Friday 17th July. To register click on Get Tickets. Unsure if you've already booked? Click View my bookings. MEETING TIME | LOCATION: 10:40am at Beacon Cove Terminus, Port Melbourne. If you'd like a coffee, you should arrive at the terminus on the 10:10am tram. See Public Transport below. MAP REFERENCE: Google map: maps.app.goo.gl/9cnPPGVWN26nBJ968. PUBLIC TRANSPORT:  For the 2nd half of 2026, fares are at 1/2 price - Myki money weekend daily cap is $4.00 Full Fare and $2 Concession Rate +  Seniors FREE  WITH COFFEE: Take the #109 Tram via Collins Street and Southern Cross Station that arrives at 10:10am NO COFFEE: Take the #109 Tram via Collins Street and Southern Cross Station that arrives at 10:40am RETURN: Newport Station is on the Werribee and Williamstown lines, with trains at least once every 10 minutes. FOOD: Lunch break will be at Westgate Park, BYO eats and beverages - there are NO food outlets in the vicinity. COST: $5 for the Westgate Punt | NO CASH, only EFT Payments.  APPAREL | FOOTWEAR: Comfortable attire including footwear that's suitable for the weather forecast. LEADER: Garry Oliver | Email LeaderGarryO@nomads.org.au if you have any questions. Members can access leader contact details under Members | Leader Contacts when logged in to the website. Image: Bob Tan   HOME   BACK TO LIST OF EVENTS   MEMBERSHIPS  

An easy mid-winter walk from Pluto to the Sun visiting Neptune, Uranus, Saturn, Jupiter, Mars, Earth, Venus and Mercury en-route. GRADE | LENGTH | TYPE: Grade 1: Easy 8 Billion km point to point walk (8 km) (graded according to the AWTGS: Australian Walking Tracks Grading System). ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION: An easy winter's walk following the Bay Trail - the Melbourne Solar System walk section, from Port Melbourne to St Kilda. The trail from Pluto to the Sun is 5.9 Billion km long (5.9 km). At Port Melbourne we will also walk out on Princes Pier and to the Port Melbourne Lookout. At St Kilda we can walk the new St Kilda Pier and Breakwater and have refreshments at the St Kilda Pier Kiosk or wait until we get to Acland Street. BOOKING: By Friday 10th July. To register click on Get Tickets. Unsure if you've already booked? Click View my bookings. FURTHER INFORMATION: Transport Victoria  | Solar System Trail  MEETING TIME | LOCATION: 10:30am at the Port Melbourne Tram Terminus - Beacon Cove/Light Rail. Tram arrives at 10:25am, departs Southern Cross at 10:11am. MAP REFERENCE: Google map maps.app.goo.gl/vawpcXvbzJYTKFar9 DISTANCE | TIME FROM GPO: 4.5 km, approximately 14 minutes by tram from Southern Cross Station. PUBLIC TRANSPORT: For the 2nd half of 2026, fares are at 1/2 price - myki money weekend daily cap is $4.00 + Seniors FREE. Travel time from Southern Cross is 14 minutes. Departs Southern Cross (Collins St) at 10:11am, Arrives Port Melbourne 10:25am. If you would like something to eat or drink before the walk, plan to arrive 40 to 60 minutes earlier. Mr Hobson, 9 Waterfront Place looks like the only option nearby as the other cafes are closed at the time we are there. Return tram: From Acland Steet, St Kilda - #96 tram, 28 minutes to Southern Cross Station. FOOD: Mr Hobson, 9 Waterfront Place for pre-walk food and drinks. We will have a lunch stop near Uranus. The Sandbar should be open for meals / take away if you do not bring lunch. Carry lunch, snacks and a litre of water. We can stop at the St Kilda Pier Kiosk or go to Acland Street for after-walk refreshments. APPAREL | FOOTWEAR: Comfortable walking boots/shoes and dress according to the weather forecast. It's the middle of winter, so be prepared - it's cold in space, also possible meteor showers and strong solar winds (possible cold, wet and windy conditions). LEADER: Paul K. | Email LeaderPaulK@nomads.org.au if you have any questions. Members can access leader contact details under Members | Leader Contacts when logged in to the website. Image: Visit Victoria HOME   BACK TO LIST OF EVENTS   MEMBERSHIPS  

Our regular monthly social night - this month at the Vic Hotel - Footscray.  GRADE: Social.  ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION: The Nomads hold a social night each month, where members and guests can enjoy a meal, talk about upcoming events, compare notes on past activities and float ideas on events they would like to see run. Do you want to see more of a particular activity, or do you have a particularly favourite area of Victoria you would like to share with others? Do you have an idea for a walk we haven't done before? If so, we'd love to hear from you. Everyone is welcome – new members are especially invited to any of the monthly Nomads social evenings. Tuesday nights are $25 pie nights - served with mash and peas, or check out the Victoria Hotel Menu. BOOKING: By Sunday 5th July. To register, click on Get Tickets. Unsure whether you've booked already? Click View my bookings. MEETING TIME | LOCATION: 7pm on Tuesday 7th July at the Victoria Hotel, 43 Victoria St, Footscray. MAP REFERENCE: Google map goo.gl/maps/MCvdPVENFaUDWKEv7. PUBLIC TRANSPORT: The Vic Hotel - Footscray is very close to Middle Footscray Station on the Watergardens/Sunbury line. However, due to planned works on Tuesday night, the last train towards the CBD will depart at 8:28pm. After that you'll need to catch a bus replacement service, walk to Footscray Station, or catch a standard suburban bus service (e.g. bus 216 or 220 from 72 Paisley St).  LEADER: Alan D. | Email LeaderAlanD@nomads.org.au if you have any questions. Members can access leader contact details under Members | Leader Contacts when logged in to the website.   HOME   BACK TO LIST OF EVENTS   MEMBERSHIPS  

Preparing the draft Spring program of events - online via Zoom. GRADE: Social.  ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION: The bulk of the planning for the upcoming Spring program will be done in this pre-planning meeting via Zoom in readiness to present the draft program the next night at the Social Evening, where attendees will be invited to provide additional suggestions and help fill any gaps. BOOKING: By 5pm Monday 6th July. To register, click on Get Tickets. Alternatively, simply click on the Zoom link in the reminder email sent to members a few days prior to the event. Unsure if you've already booked? Click View my bookings. DRAFT PROGRAM: Nomads Draft Program. You may add your suggestions to this online spreadsheet - be sure to click to some other cell once you've finished, so that your suggestion gets saved. MEETING TIME | LOCATION: 7pm online via Zoom. Those who registered will be sent the Zoom link by 6pm on Monday evening. LEADER: Alan D. | Email LeaderAlanD@nomads.org.au if you have any questions. Members can access leader contact details under Members | Leader Contacts when logged in to the website. Photo by Bich Tran from Pexels.   HOME   BACK TO LIST OF EVENTS   MEMBERSHIPS

Suburban park in northern Melbourne, near La Trobe University. GRADE | LENGTH | TYPE: Grade 2: Easy-Moderate 6-10 km circuit walk (graded according to the AWTGS: Australian Walking Tracks Grading System). ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION: Vast grassy plains and panoramic views from the highest point in metropolitan Melbourne define this accessible circuit through Bundoora Park. Centred around Mount Cooper, this loop offers a straightforward escape into the northern suburbs' largest parkland. The main Boondurra loop is 5.5 km, with optional 4 km loop through the Gresswell Forest. The trail provides a varied mix of surfaces, including paved shared paths, the shoulders of quiet internal roads, and open stretches across the grass. While much of the route skirts the local golf course and residential edges, the climb up Mount Cooper is a highlight, offering clear vistas across the city skyline and the surrounding ranges. Because the trail is quite open, there is very little shade along the way. BOOKING: By Friday 26th June. To register, click on Get Tickets. Unsure if you've already booked? Click View my bookings. MEETING TIME | LOCATION: 11am at Bundoora Park entrance near tram stop.  There is parking inside the park to the left. PUBLIC TRANSPORT: Number 86 tram to Bundoora Park / Plenty Road tram stop. MAP REFERENCE: Google map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Jurs4swBQc2MNeuf7 FOOD: Carry lunch, snacks and a litre of water. APPAREL | FOOTWEAR: Comfortable walking boots and dress according to the weather forecast.   LEADER: Richard C. | Email LeaderRichardC@nomads.org.au if you have any questions. Members can access leader contact details under Members | Leader Contacts when logged in to the website.   HOME   BACK TO LIST OF EVENTS   MEMBERSHIPS  

Join us for the annual Nomads Winter Solstice Dinner.  ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION: Treat your taste buds to the exciting flavours of Syrian cuisine at Shamiat, a family-run restaurant bringing the taste of Syria to Melbourne. From kibbeh to falafel and hummus, they offer a variety of vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options for everyone to enjoy! Their chef, Helda, has been perfecting Syrian dishes for more than 20 years! Come along for an authentic, home-made-style spread. We will be indulging in a 3 course banquet. For any special dietary requirements please contact the event leader. This is a BYO wine (or beer) restaurant, with a $5 corkage fee per bottle of wine. You can pick up a wine or beer on the way at the Wine Republic, 226 High St, Northcote or BWS Northcote, 2 Charles St, Northcote. Non alcoholic drinks can be purchased at the restaurant. BOOKING: By Friday 19th June. To register click on Get Tickets. Unsure if you've already booked? Click View my bookings. FURTHER INFORMATION: shamiat.com.au MEETING TIME | LOCATION: 6:30pm with a plan to start eating around 7 pm. Shamiat Restaurant, 60 Victoria Rd, Northcote.  MAP REFERENCE: Google map: maps.app.goo.gl/1URxBZxyAKU6rFh46. PUBLIC TRANSPORT: Catch the Hurstbridge line train that departs from Flinders Street Station at 5:59pm and arrives at Dennis Station at 6:23pm. The restaurant is a 5 minute walk from there. LEADER: Greg W. | Email LeaderGregW@nomads.org.au if you have any questions. Members can access leader contact details under Members | Leader Contacts when logged in to the website.   HOME   BACK TO LIST OF EVENTS   MEMBERSHIPS  

Sunday morning fitness ride from Fed Square to Hampton/Black Rock and return. GRADE | LENGTH | TYPE: Approximately 29 km one way and various distances on the return. Mainly flat. The route includes city paths, bike trails and some road riding. Riders returning to Flinders Street will ride approximately 50+ kilometres, depending on their route back to the city. ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION: This is a Sunday morning ride from the city to Hampton or Black Rock return. The ride will focus on steady riding to improve fitness. It will include one coffee stop on the return section and will aim to be fully concluded by late morning. The ride will include bicycle paths and some roads. In sections, riders will have the choice to ride on the road or on designated bicycle paths (Port Melbourne - Black Rock). We will take the path beside the Yarra River to Docklands, link to Lorimer Street then proceed through Westgate Park to Port Melbourne. We will take bike paths along the Port Melbourne foreshore to Beaconsfield Pde. At this point riders can choose to follow the Bay Trail or road-ride to Black Rock. At Black Rock Clock Tower, after a short 5-10 min drink break we will begin our return journey, stopping for coffee somewhere along the way - choices include Hampton, Brighton, St Kilda, or Albert Park. From the coffee stop, riders will choose the most convenient route home via the city, southern suburbs, west, east or north.  Note: If the trip to the Clock Tower is too lengthy we could turn around at Hampton. We will see how long the ride takes to complete.  If the weather forecast is very poor, such as heavy rain or wind gusts, a cancellation email will be sent on Saturday evening by 8:30 pm or Sunday morning by 6:30 am.  BOOKING: By Friday 19th June. To register click on Get Tickets. Unsure if you've already booked? Click View my bookings. MEETING TIME | LOCATION: Ride will depart at 8:00am sharp and will not wait for latecomers. Meet at the junction of Swanston St and Birrarung Marr Walk (opposite Flinders Street Station) between 7:50am and 8:00am.  MAP REFERENCES: Meeting Point - Google map: Birarung Marr Walk Ride Route - Google PUBLIC TRANSPORT: Take a train or ride to the start point. Ride or take public transport home from the CBD. Riders needing to opt out on the return could access stations along the Sandringham line.  APPAREL | FOOTWEAR: Riding attire and wet weather gear. Carry water, money, phone, puncture kit, rain jacket. LEADER: Bryan S | Email LeaderBryanS@nomads.org.au if you have any questions. Members can access leader contact details under Members | Leader Contacts when logged in to the website.   HOME   BACK TO LIST OF EVENTS   MEMBERSHIPS  

Join fellow dark beer lovers to enjoy an afternoon of tasting a selection of 30 dark beers on offer from 14 independent Victorian craft breweries.  GRADE | TYPE: Social, with a short walk in Ballarat. ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION: Back for its third year, Obsidian Dark Beer Festival strives to curate an exceptional selection of dark beers, ranging from stouts and porters to black IPAs and barrel-aged specialties. They believe in promoting the exploration and appreciation of these rich, complex, and often underrepresented beer styles. Celebrating the rich tapestry of dark beer styles, weaving together the warmth of community, the depth of flavour, and the spirit of discovery. They aspire to create an unforgettable experience in the heart of Ballarat, where enthusiasts and novices alike come together to explore the dark side of Victoria's craft brewing. Born out of the depths of a brisk Ballarat winter, Obsidian serves as a gathering place for both established and emerging breweries. Your ticket gives you a memento glass, entertainment and unlimited beer tastings. There are also Offsider tickets available, which give you a memento glass and entertainment, but no beer tastings. You can also purchase merchandise, palate cleansing spirits, cocktails and food offerings. BOOKING: Please book both a Nomads and an Obsidian ticket: NOMADS: Please get a free ticket via Get Tickets so we know who is attending, and can coordinate the group. Unsure if you've already booked with The Nomads? Click View my bookings. OBSIDIAN: Please book your event ticket via the Hullabaloo Events website for the 11am to 3pm session. Ticket sales commence at 10am on Wednesday 1st April. MEETING TIME | LOCATION: From Melbourne: 9.00am at Southern Cross Station to catch the 9:15am service to Ballarat, or anywhere en route, arriving at 10:41am. In Ballarat: 10:55am at Ballarat Mining Exchange, 6 Lydiard St North, Ballarat Central. MAP REFERENCE: Ballarat Mining Exchange - Google map: maps.app.goo.gl/FPRqZd1HpnvT4dL96 (350 metres from the station). DISTANCE | TIME FROM GPO: 125 km, approximately 1 hour 40 minutes by car, but travel by V/Line train is recommended (1 hour 30 minutes). PUBLIC TRANSPORT: If travelling from Melbourne, catch the Wendouree V/Line service departing from Southern Cross at 9:15am, arriving in Ballarat at 10:41am. For the return journey, we plan to catch the service departing Ballarat at 3:24pm, arriving at Southern Cross at 4:52pm. *Note the train time table may change closer to the event. COST:  Obsidian Dark Beer Fest: 1st release tix: $85 plus $3.11 bf (until sold out, number of tickets unknown) 2nd release tix: $95 plus $3.11 bf Offsider tix*: $45 plus $2.01 bf (*want to join the group, but not a fan of beer? This ticket will provide you entry to the festival, festival glass & access to all the entertainment, WITHOUT any samples of beer included).   Public Transport: Ballarat is in the Myki fare zone. Weekend fares to anywhere in Victoria are capped at $8.00 full | $4.00 concession. FOOD: Lunch can be purchased at the event. APPAREL | FOOTWEAR: Comfortable walking shoes and dress according to the weather forecast.  LEADER: Stephan C. | Email LeaderStephanC@nomads.org.au if you have any questions. Members can access leader contact details under Members | Leader Contacts when logged in to the website.   HOME   BACK TO LIST OF EVENTS   MEMBERSHIPS  

Have lunch at Grazeland ("A playground for foodies") then optionally join us for a short circuit walk, ending back near the starting point at 2:45pm ready for the Pride Month Stargayzing Show at ScienceWorks Museum. GRADE | LENGTH | TYPE: Grade 1: easy walk of up to 5 km (graded according to the AWTGS: Australian Walking Tracks Grading System) plus social events.  ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION: We'll meet at Grazeland, 20 Booker St, Spotswood, where according to the Grazeland website you can "tantalise and excite your senses in a unique outdoor dining experience to discover the best of Melbourne's food scene". At Grazeland, you can enjoy some of our city’s best food and also get to enjoy live entertainment! For local headline acts head to The Arch Stage (located next to the Meadow bar), or kick back with the resident DJs at the Metro Stage (next to the metro bar). Grazeland is open from midday to 10pm on Saturdays (as well as 5-10pm on Fridays and midday-9pm on Sundays). Those who would like to go on a short walk passing under the Westgate Bridge and incorporating the mangroves at the nearby Stony Creek Reserve should meet near the information booth at 1:15pm. If you prefer to hang about in Grazeland, soaking up the vibe and enjoying the performances on the two stages, that's absolutely fine. Everybody will meet up again at 2:45pm, at the Planetarium of the Scienceworks Museum this time, to attend the Pride Month Stargayzing Show, and learn about some of the queer stories from space in a special presenter-led Planetarium show. The Scienceworks Museum is located at 2 Booker St, Spotswood (just along the road from Grazeland) and the Planetarium entrance is on the corner of Booker St and Craig St.  BOOKING: For the Nomads: Click on Get Tickets to let us know you're coming along. For the Pride Month Stargayzing Show: Book ASAP via the Science Works Museum: Pride Month Stargayzing Show, and select the 3pm session on Saturday 13 June. Book your Stargayzing tix ASAP to ensure you don't miss out! Unsure if you've already booked with The Nomads? Click View my bookings. MEETING TIME | LOCATION: 12:15pm beside the information booth at Grazeland, 20 Booker St, Spotswood. The information booth is quite close to the main entrance, and is marked "i" on the Grazeland map.  MAP REFERENCE: Google map maps.app.goo.gl/sWNZch8RpcahtYki8.  PUBLIC TRANSPORT: It is easy to get to Grazeland (and Scienceworks Museum) by public transport: Train: It's located just a 10 minute walk from the Spotswood Station, on the Werribee and Williamstown lines. From Flinders Street Station, catch the 11:40am Werribee line service that arrives at Spotswood at 11:58am. To get to Booker St from Spotswood Station, walk along Hudsons Rd to the end (then turn left for Grazeland or turn right for Scienceworks). Ferry: Scienceworks is located directly opposite the jetty of the Westgate Punt.  FOOD: There's an enticing selection of food options from all around the world available at Grazeland. COST:  Grazeland: $4 payable at the entrance, plus whatever food you purchase. Pride Month Stargayzing Show: $25 Full, $22 Seniors, $10 Concession. Your ticket gives you entry to Scienceworks Museum for the date of your ticket. Scienceworks is open from 10am to 4:30pm on Saturdays. APPAREL | FOOTWEAR: Comfortable shoes and dress according to the weather forecast. Solid shoes/boots are required for the walk as parts of the path are rocky, and other parts may be muddy and slippery. LEADER: Alan D. | Email LeaderAlanD@nomads.org.au if you have any questions. Members can access leader contact details under Members | Leader Contacts when logged in to the website.   HOME   BACK TO LIST OF EVENTS   MEMBERSHIPS