Name: Ballarat Day Trip with Bondaroo
Start: 2024-09-27T22:45:00.000Z
End: 2024-09-28T07:00:00.000Z
Location: Southern Cross Train Station

🌍 Join us for an International Friends Picnic! Meet new friends, swap cultures, and bond over food and activities. Whether you're an exchange student or new in town, this event is perfect for you!

🥳 Don't miss this chance to connect with like-minded individuals. Bring your favourite dish and join us at **10 am near the Kerekere Green Cafe in Fitzroy Gardens.**

🍲 BYO food and drink, and check the weather.
Stick around for our special **Mid-autumn Festival Tour** after the picnic!

✨ **Community Rules** ✨

* This is a rain-or-shine event.
* 18+ only.
* Maintain respect and no unsolicited contact.
* No advertising and selling during the event.
* Adherence to the liability waiver is mandatory: [Read here](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hKqVIMcXMFdzvpjqO3KRf_uQ5xAzd-jt/view?usp=sharing)
* By attending this event, you are consent to our media policy: [Read here](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rgNOcewZs-tKYUEBt3gV84hob1HdDXydjrGf_tEiXjQ/edit?usp=sharing)

Bondaroo

Thai Tran

Octivia Rian

International Friends & Picnic - Fitzroy Gardens

Kerekere Green

🌕 **Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival with Bondaroo!** 🎉
Join us for a special **Mid-Autumn Festival Tour**—perfect for international students, newcomers, and anyone keen on exploring local culture, art, and history. This is your chance to make new friends, immerse yourself in the festivities, and create unforgettable memories!

**Meeting Time & Location:**
🕚 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM at Kerekere Green Cafe for the picnic (optional)

**Itinerary:**

* **11:45 AM - 12:30 PM:** Explore the quirky **Honk: Untitled Goose Exhibition** at ACMI
* **1:00 PM - 3:00 PM:** Get hands-on crafting beautiful and delicious mooncakes at Queen Victoria Market
* **3:00 PM:** Wrap up the day with the **Chinese Traditional Cultural Festival** at Federation Square, featuring vibrant Chinese dance and music performances, lion and dragon dances, and displays of traditional musical instruments.

Come celebrate the **Mid-Autumn Festival** with us and dive into the rich cultural heritage that makes this event so special! 🌙✨

\*Remember to check the weather and dress accordingly
\*\*BYO Food and Drink (if you want to join the picnic)

**Don't miss our International Friends Meetup before this event.**

✨ **Community Rules** ✨

* This is a rain-or-shine event.
* 18+ only.
* Maintain respect and no unsolicited contact.
* No advertising and selling during the event.
* Adherence to the liability waiver is mandatory: [Read here](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hKqVIMcXMFdzvpjqO3KRf_uQ5xAzd-jt/view?usp=sharing)
* By attending this event, you are consent to our media policy: [Read here](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rgNOcewZs-tKYUEBt3gV84hob1HdDXydjrGf_tEiXjQ/edit?usp=sharing)

Sunny Lockett

Explore Melbourne - Mid-Autumn Festival Tour

Dive into the exciting world of Aussie sports at our "Straya Sports" workshop presented by Bondaroo at The Couch! Perfect for those keen to boost their English and immerse themselves in Australian culture, this workshop combines fun, learning, and interaction.

🎨 **Event Highlights:**

* **Kick-off Icebreaker:** Jumpstart the session with a sports-themed meet and greet.
* **Aussie Sports Trivia:** Learn intriguing facts about unique Australian sports.
* **Cultural Exchange:** Share your own country's sports and discover the cultural significance behind various Australian games.
* **Interactive Games:** Participate in playful, sports-related activities to practice English and deepen cultural understanding.

**📅 Date: Monday, 23 September**
**📍 Location: The Couch International Student Centre (69 Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000)**
**⏰ Time: 6 pm - 8 pm**
**🥘 Free dinner provided by The Couch!**

Join us for an afternoon of sports, culture, and language learning!

**[IMPORTANT] Please be advised that this event is for international students ONLY**

✨ **Community Rules** ✨

* This is a rain-or-shine event.
* 18+ only.
* Maintain respect and no unsolicited contact.
* No advertising and selling during the event.
* By attending this event, you accept our [Terms and Conditions](https://docs.google.com/document/d/11Afnnu5xW6Yhtgl4LGDAVEMSdJ-7M3aC7Cs-s_t0uOo/edit?usp=sharing), including [media consent policy](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rgNOcewZs-tKYUEBt3gV84hob1HdDXydjrGf_tEiXjQ/edit?usp=drive_link), and agree to adhere to our [liability waiver](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hKqVIMcXMFdzvpjqO3KRf_uQ5xAzd-jt/view?usp=drive_link)

Straya Sports - Communication, Culture & Games

The Couch International Student Centre

🌟✨ Embark on a picturesque journey to Ballarat with Bondaroo! Discover the city's historical gems and scenic spots this weekend! 🏛️🍃

**Highlights:** Lake Wendouree, Ballarat Farmers Market, Ballarat Botanical Gardens, Ballarat Tramway Museum, Aboriginal Art Centre, and Art Gallery of Ballarat

**📍 Starting Point:** Southern Cross Station - meet at 8:45 AM
**📅 Date:** Sunday (28 September)
**💬 RSVP:** Secure your spot on [Eventbrite](https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/ballarat-day-trip-with-bondaroo-registration-921465236327) now!

Pack your cameras and ready your senses for a day full of discovery and enchantment in Ballarat with Bondaroo! 🌿🎨

**[PLEASE READ]** This is a PAID event. The $5 Eventbrite ticket serves as a deposit for reservation purposes only. **The total price is $40**, covering food, drinks, and admission, payable **on the day**. This deposit is NON-REFUNDABLE.

Please reserve your spot on Eventbrite using the link provided [here](https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/ballarat-day-trip-with-bondaroo-registration-1001086214817)

✨ **Community Rules** ✨

* This is a rain-or-shine event.
* 18+ only.
* Maintain respect and no unsolicited contact.
* No advertising and selling during the event.
* By attending this event, you accept our [Terms and Conditions](https://docs.google.com/document/d/11Afnnu5xW6Yhtgl4LGDAVEMSdJ-7M3aC7Cs-s_t0uOo/edit?usp=sharing), including [media consent policy](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rgNOcewZs-tKYUEBt3gV84hob1HdDXydjrGf_tEiXjQ/edit?usp=drive_link), and agree to adhere to our [liability waiver ](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hKqVIMcXMFdzvpjqO3KRf_uQ5xAzd-jt/view?usp=drive_link)

Ballarat Day Trip with Bondaroo

Southern Cross Train Station

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