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Warringal Parklands parkrun - Heidelberg - City of Banyule
Provider: parkrun Australia
What is Warringal Parklands parkrun?
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!
When is it?
Every Saturday Morning. See website for exact time.
What does it cost to join in?
Nothing - it's free!
How to join in?
Visit the parkrun website to sign up and learn more about how to participate.
** About Warringal Parklands parkrun **
Warringal Parklands parkrun is a FREE weekly 5km event for participants of all standards, which takes place every Saturday. It is not a race against other runners, but a...
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!
When is it?
Every Saturday Morning. See website for exact time.
What does it cost to join in?
Nothing - it's free!
How to join in?
Visit the parkrun website to sign up and learn more about how to participate.
** About Warringal Parklands parkrun **
Warringal Parklands parkrun is a FREE weekly 5km event for participants of all standards, which takes place every Saturday. It is not a race against other runners, but a...
Dandenong parkrun
Provider: parkrun Australia
What is Dandenong parkrun?
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!
When is it?
Every Saturday Morning. See website for exact time.
What does it cost to join in?
Nothing - it's free!
How to join in?
Visit the parkrun website to sign up and learn more about how to participate.
** About Dandenong parkrun **
Dandenong parkrun is a FREE weekly 5km event for participants of all standards, which takes place every Saturday. It is not a race against other runners, but a 5k timed run...
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!
When is it?
Every Saturday Morning. See website for exact time.
What does it cost to join in?
Nothing - it's free!
How to join in?
Visit the parkrun website to sign up and learn more about how to participate.
** About Dandenong parkrun **
Dandenong parkrun is a FREE weekly 5km event for participants of all standards, which takes place every Saturday. It is not a race against other runners, but a 5k timed run...
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Bendigo Botanic Gardens parkrun - White Hills - Greater Bendigo
Provider: parkrun Australia
What is Bendigo Botanic Gardens parkrun?
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!
When is it?
Every Saturday Morning. See website for exact time.
What does it cost to join in?
Nothing - it's free!
How to join in?
Visit the parkrun website to sign up and learn more about how to participate.
** About Bendigo Botanic Gardens parkrun **
Bendigo Botanic Gardens parkrun is a FREE weekly 5km event for participants of all standards, which takes place every Saturday. It is not a race against other...
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!
When is it?
Every Saturday Morning. See website for exact time.
What does it cost to join in?
Nothing - it's free!
How to join in?
Visit the parkrun website to sign up and learn more about how to participate.
** About Bendigo Botanic Gardens parkrun **
Bendigo Botanic Gardens parkrun is a FREE weekly 5km event for participants of all standards, which takes place every Saturday. It is not a race against other...
Peppertree parkrun - Bacchus Marsh - Moorabool
Provider: parkrun Australia
What is Peppertree parkrun?
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!
When is it?
Every Saturday Morning. See website for exact time.
What does it cost to join in?
Nothing - it's free!
How to join in?
Visit the parkrun website to sign up and learn more about how to participate.
** About Peppertree parkrun **
Peppertree parkrun is a FREE weekly 5km event for participants of all standards, which takes place every Saturday. It is not a race against other runners, but a 5k timed run...
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!
When is it?
Every Saturday Morning. See website for exact time.
What does it cost to join in?
Nothing - it's free!
How to join in?
Visit the parkrun website to sign up and learn more about how to participate.
** About Peppertree parkrun **
Peppertree parkrun is a FREE weekly 5km event for participants of all standards, which takes place every Saturday. It is not a race against other runners, but a 5k timed run...
Cyril Curtain Reserve parkrun - Williamstown - City of Hobsons Bay
Provider: parkrun Australia
What is Cyril Curtain Reserve parkrun?
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!
When is it?
Every Saturday Morning. See website for exact time.
What does it cost to join in?
Nothing - it's free!
How to join in?
Visit the parkrun website to sign up and learn more about how to participate.
** About Cyril Curtain Reserve parkrun **
Cyril Curtain Reserve parkrun is a FREE weekly 5km event for participants of all standards, which takes place every Saturday. It is not a race against other...
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!
When is it?
Every Saturday Morning. See website for exact time.
What does it cost to join in?
Nothing - it's free!
How to join in?
Visit the parkrun website to sign up and learn more about how to participate.
** About Cyril Curtain Reserve parkrun **
Cyril Curtain Reserve parkrun is a FREE weekly 5km event for participants of all standards, which takes place every Saturday. It is not a race against other...
Lake Boga Foreshore parkrun - Swan Hill
Provider: parkrun Australia
What is Lake Boga Foreshore parkrun?
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!
When is it?
Every Saturday Morning. See website for exact time.
What does it cost to join in?
Nothing - it's free!
How to join in?
Visit the parkrun website to sign up and learn more about how to participate.
** About Lake Boga Foreshore parkrun **
Lake Boga Foreshore parkrun is a FREE weekly 5km event for participants of all standards, which takes place every Saturday. It is not a race against other...
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!
When is it?
Every Saturday Morning. See website for exact time.
What does it cost to join in?
Nothing - it's free!
How to join in?
Visit the parkrun website to sign up and learn more about how to participate.
** About Lake Boga Foreshore parkrun **
Lake Boga Foreshore parkrun is a FREE weekly 5km event for participants of all standards, which takes place every Saturday. It is not a race against other...
Louis Hamon Park parkrun - Numurkah - Moira
Provider: parkrun Australia
What is Louis Hamon Park parkrun?
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!
When is it?
Every Saturday Morning. See website for exact time.
What does it cost to join in?
Nothing - it's free!
How to join in?
Visit the parkrun website to sign up and learn more about how to participate.
** About Louis Hamon Park parkrun **
Louis Hamon Park parkrun is a FREE weekly 5km event for participants of all standards, which takes place every Saturday. It is not a race against other...
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!
When is it?
Every Saturday Morning. See website for exact time.
What does it cost to join in?
Nothing - it's free!
How to join in?
Visit the parkrun website to sign up and learn more about how to participate.
** About Louis Hamon Park parkrun **
Louis Hamon Park parkrun is a FREE weekly 5km event for participants of all standards, which takes place every Saturday. It is not a race against other...
Cascades on Clyde Wetlands parkrun - Clyde North - Casey
Provider: parkrun Australia
What is Cascades on Clyde Wetlands parkrun?
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!
When is it?
Every Saturday Morning. See website for exact time.
What does it cost to join in?
Nothing - it's free!
How to join in?
Visit the parkrun website to sign up and learn more about how to participate.
** About Cascades on Clyde Wetlands parkrun **
Cascades on Clyde Wetlands parkrun is a FREE weekly 5km event for participants of all standards, which takes place every Saturday. It is not a...
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!
When is it?
Every Saturday Morning. See website for exact time.
What does it cost to join in?
Nothing - it's free!
How to join in?
Visit the parkrun website to sign up and learn more about how to participate.
** About Cascades on Clyde Wetlands parkrun **
Cascades on Clyde Wetlands parkrun is a FREE weekly 5km event for participants of all standards, which takes place every Saturday. It is not a...
Ovens River Trail parkrun - Myrtleford - Alpine
Provider: parkrun Australia
What is Ovens River Trail parkrun?
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!
When is it?
Every Saturday Morning. See website for exact time.
What does it cost to join in?
Nothing - it's free!
How to join in?
Visit the parkrun website to sign up and learn more about how to participate.
** About Ovens River Trail parkrun **
Ovens River Trail parkrun is a FREE weekly 5km event for participants of all standards, which takes place every Saturday. It is not a race against other...
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!
When is it?
Every Saturday Morning. See website for exact time.
What does it cost to join in?
Nothing - it's free!
How to join in?
Visit the parkrun website to sign up and learn more about how to participate.
** About Ovens River Trail parkrun **
Ovens River Trail parkrun is a FREE weekly 5km event for participants of all standards, which takes place every Saturday. It is not a race against other...
Dorset Recreation Reserve parkrun - Croydon - Maroondah
Provider: parkrun Australia
What is Dorset Recreation Reserve parkrun?
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!
When is it?
Every Saturday Morning. See website for exact time.
What does it cost to join in?
Nothing - it's free!
How to join in?
Visit the parkrun website to sign up and learn more about how to participate.
** About Dorset Recreation Reserve parkrun **
Dorset Recreation Reserve parkrun is a FREE weekly 5km event for participants of all standards, which takes place every Saturday. It is not a race against other...
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!
When is it?
Every Saturday Morning. See website for exact time.
What does it cost to join in?
Nothing - it's free!
How to join in?
Visit the parkrun website to sign up and learn more about how to participate.
** About Dorset Recreation Reserve parkrun **
Dorset Recreation Reserve parkrun is a FREE weekly 5km event for participants of all standards, which takes place every Saturday. It is not a race against other...
Nathalia Showgrounds parkrun - Moira
Provider: parkrun Australia
What is Nathalia Showgrounds parkrun?
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!
When is it?
Every Saturday Morning. See website for exact time.
What does it cost to join in?
Nothing - it's free!
How to join in?
Visit the parkrun website to sign up and learn more about how to participate.
** About Nathalia Showgrounds parkrun **
Nathalia Showgrounds parkrun is a FREE weekly 5km event for participants of all standards, which takes place every Saturday. It is not a race against other runners, but a...
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!
When is it?
Every Saturday Morning. See website for exact time.
What does it cost to join in?
Nothing - it's free!
How to join in?
Visit the parkrun website to sign up and learn more about how to participate.
** About Nathalia Showgrounds parkrun **
Nathalia Showgrounds parkrun is a FREE weekly 5km event for participants of all standards, which takes place every Saturday. It is not a race against other runners, but a...
Frankston Nature Conservation Reserve parkrun - Frankston South - City of Frankston
Provider: parkrun Australia
What is Frankston Nature Conservation Reserve parkrun?
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!
When is it?
Every Saturday Morning. See website for exact time.
What does it cost to join in?
Nothing - it's free!
How to join in?
Visit the parkrun website to sign up and learn more about how to participate.
** About Frankston Nature Conservation Reserve parkrun **
Frankston Nature Conservation Reserve parkrun is a FREE weekly 5km event for participants of all standards, which takes place every Saturday. It is not a...
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!
When is it?
Every Saturday Morning. See website for exact time.
What does it cost to join in?
Nothing - it's free!
How to join in?
Visit the parkrun website to sign up and learn more about how to participate.
** About Frankston Nature Conservation Reserve parkrun **
Frankston Nature Conservation Reserve parkrun is a FREE weekly 5km event for participants of all standards, which takes place every Saturday. It is not a...
Lewis Park Reserve parkrun - Wantirna South - Knox
Provider: parkrun Australia
What is Lewis Park Reserve parkrun?
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!
When is it?
Every Saturday Morning. See website for exact time.
What does it cost to join in?
Nothing - it's free!
How to join in?
Visit the parkrun website to sign up and learn more about how to participate.
** About Lewis Park Reserve parkrun **
Lewis Park Reserve parkrun is a FREE weekly 5km event for participants of all standards, which takes place every Saturday. It is not a race against other...
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!
When is it?
Every Saturday Morning. See website for exact time.
What does it cost to join in?
Nothing - it's free!
How to join in?
Visit the parkrun website to sign up and learn more about how to participate.
** About Lewis Park Reserve parkrun **
Lewis Park Reserve parkrun is a FREE weekly 5km event for participants of all standards, which takes place every Saturday. It is not a race against other...
Warrandyte River Reserve parkrun - City of Manningham
Provider: parkrun Australia
What is Warrandyte River Reserve parkrun?
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!
When is it?
Every Saturday Morning. See website for exact time.
What does it cost to join in?
Nothing - it's free!
How to join in?
Visit the parkrun website to sign up and learn more about how to participate.
** About Warrandyte River Reserve parkrun **
Warrandyte River Reserve parkrun is a FREE weekly 5km event for participants of all standards, which takes place every Saturday. It is not a race against other...
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!
When is it?
Every Saturday Morning. See website for exact time.
What does it cost to join in?
Nothing - it's free!
How to join in?
Visit the parkrun website to sign up and learn more about how to participate.
** About Warrandyte River Reserve parkrun **
Warrandyte River Reserve parkrun is a FREE weekly 5km event for participants of all standards, which takes place every Saturday. It is not a race against other...
Werribee Park Mansion parkrun - Werribee South - Wyndham
Provider: parkrun Australia
What is Werribee Park Mansion parkrun?
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!
When is it?
Every Saturday Morning. See website for exact time.
What does it cost to join in?
Nothing - it's free!
How to join in?
Visit the parkrun website to sign up and learn more about how to participate.
** About Werribee Park Mansion parkrun **
Werribee Park Mansion parkrun is a FREE weekly 5km event for participants of all standards, which takes place every Saturday. It is not a race against other...
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!
When is it?
Every Saturday Morning. See website for exact time.
What does it cost to join in?
Nothing - it's free!
How to join in?
Visit the parkrun website to sign up and learn more about how to participate.
** About Werribee Park Mansion parkrun **
Werribee Park Mansion parkrun is a FREE weekly 5km event for participants of all standards, which takes place every Saturday. It is not a race against other...
Light jogging partner or two in or near Richmond
As Group name suggests. Just to increase each other's stamina/health and lose a bit of weight over time. Prefer someone to join and commit with me to outdoor jogging around Richmond or Albert Park (or within 5kms), but this can be negotiated.
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![[Group Full] Monday Mitcham Badminton - Indians in Melbourne Eastern Suburbs image](https://keepactive.com.au/images/defaults/badminton.jpg?1)
[Group Full] Monday Mitcham Badminton - Indians in Melbourne Eastern Suburbs
[Sorry this Group is at capacity - we are not accepting new members at this point]
Group to help men from Indian Sub-continent residing in Melbourne Eastern suburbs connect and play badminton together.
When do you play?
We play badminton in Melbourne Eastern suburbs around 7pm (depending upon court availability) at Mitcham Badminton.
How much does it cost?
Costs are generally shared and involved court fees ~$20 and shuttle costs $2 per head. Please advise atleast 24 hours prior to cancellation.
Where do you play?
We play at Mitcham Badminton which has dedicated courts for badminton.
Do you play regularly?...
Group to help men from Indian Sub-continent residing in Melbourne Eastern suburbs connect and play badminton together.
When do you play?
We play badminton in Melbourne Eastern suburbs around 7pm (depending upon court availability) at Mitcham Badminton.
How much does it cost?
Costs are generally shared and involved court fees ~$20 and shuttle costs $2 per head. Please advise atleast 24 hours prior to cancellation.
Where do you play?
We play at Mitcham Badminton which has dedicated courts for badminton.
Do you play regularly?...
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Mitcham beginner badminton group
Group for badminton beginners to get active and play socially. Intermediate players are welcome to join if they are happy to play with beginners.
All fitness levels welcome for regular play. Currently playing regularly most Tue night from after 7pm. Time and day can vary depending on court availability.
Come and join us have fun and meet some locals. No matter your level of play, age, gender identity or fitness level we would love to see you on the courts.
Don't have a racquet? You can hire one from the court and try out.
All fitness levels welcome for regular play. Currently playing regularly most Tue night from after 7pm. Time and day can vary depending on court availability.
Come and join us have fun and meet some locals. No matter your level of play, age, gender identity or fitness level we would love to see you on the courts.
Don't have a racquet? You can hire one from the court and try out.
Beginner Tennis - Mitcham - Heatherdale Tennis Club
This is a beginner tennis group to practice playing against others. Feel free to join and discuss timing with members.
**How much does it cost?**
Court hire at Heatherdale Tennis Club Mitcham costs $20. We generally split this equally. See Heatherdale tennis Club website to book a court.
** What level of players do you have? **
Mostly beginners who have had a few lessons so they understand the basics.
**What do I bring?**
BYO Tennis racquet. Tennis ball are generally provided but depends on the organiser?
**When do you play?**
We play mostly on Weekends and School Holidays. We...
**How much does it cost?**
Court hire at Heatherdale Tennis Club Mitcham costs $20. We generally split this equally. See Heatherdale tennis Club website to book a court.
** What level of players do you have? **
Mostly beginners who have had a few lessons so they understand the basics.
**What do I bring?**
BYO Tennis racquet. Tennis ball are generally provided but depends on the organiser?
**When do you play?**
We play mostly on Weekends and School Holidays. We...
Badminton in Albert Park MSAC
Looking for one to three other beginners to just have fun. Intermediates will have to be allocated with other intermediates.
*Note: As of 18th June 2022, the updated price list for badminton in MSAC - the cost for doubles for one hour is $6.45 each, and a single 1-on-1 match for one hour is $12.90.
*Note: As of 18th June 2022, the updated price list for badminton in MSAC - the cost for doubles for one hour is $6.45 each, and a single 1-on-1 match for one hour is $12.90.
Basketball partner or two in Richmond, Balwyn North or Albert Park
I've been looking for a FREE shooting and/or rebounding partner for mutual exercise, improvement and fun. Keep in mind I have years of rep/club playing experience and watched a lot of professional bball (Olympics, NBA, NBL games) since I was little (so you'll learn a ton from me!), but this is open to all ages, genders, and experience levels (preferably someone who knows how to dribble and make breakaway moves safely without harm to the defender, at the very least).
I prefer someone who is available at least once-two sessions per week every week. More is better of course! Please...
I prefer someone who is available at least once-two sessions per week every week. More is better of course! Please...
Biking partner or group in or around Kew or St Kilda Beach
Just looking for a biking partner or two to motivate me to pull and use my bike out of my storage more often. Beginners welcome, this group is not for serious Tour De France level Cyclists.
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