PTV Hub, Ground Floor, Southern Cross Railway station

Join us for fun Easter day trip to see the sights of Torquay and visit the Rip Curl Pro Surf Competition at the famous Bells Beach.

The Rip Curl Pro is the longest running and most prestigious professional surfing contest in the world. The world’s best male and female surfers competing for glory and the chance to “ring the bell”.

Bells Beach is the closest thing surfing has to a stadium with the natural headland allowing spectators to watch the event from the hill and grandstands.

Tickets for the Bells Beach festival can be purchased on arrival and cost $10. Enjoy watching the best surfers in the world at Bells Beach at Easter time!

First, we will be visit Torquay to see surf factory outlets / shops and also a great spot to grab a coffee and soak up the surf competition atmosphere.

Depending on the day and the group, we can head down to the Rip Curl surf competition using the complimentary shuttle from the Rip Curl store that leaves every 30 minutes. We can decide on the day how long we stay in Torquay and the Surf Competition.

Please also note for the Rip Curl competition is dependent on conditions on the day so we could get down there & possibly not see anything as it could be a lay off day or a lay off period until conditions improve, it is the luck of the draw really for that day and we can adjust the itinerary accordingly.

We will be taking the train to Geelong at 9.10am to Marshall Station (Warun Ponds Line) and swapping to bus 51 Jun Jac from station to Torquay. After stopping in Torquay for a while, we can take the complimentary Rip Curl Shuttle bus to Bells Beach from Torquay that leaves every 30 minutes.

At this stage, we plan to return on 5.28pm bus back to the station to arrive at 7.15pm Please ensure your MYKI has sufficient credit for the trip.

Meet Ian outside the PTV Hub located on the Ground Floor near WH Smith at Southern Cross railway station.

Sat, 20 April

8.45pm - 7.15pm

Non-Members / Guests: N/A

Federation Square (opposite the main tram stop on St Kilda Road)

Join a group of fellow Melbourne Social Club bike riders for an Easter ride

Our usual ride is around the Capital City trail which is about 32 km long and the ride takes approx 3 to 3.5 hrs including time for brunch and is mainly on sealed bike paths. It requires a reasonable level of fitness (as there are hilly sections) and a suitable bike in good working order.

We expect to visit one of the boathouses fro breakfast.

Meet David and Ian at Federation Square at 9.30 am directly opposite the tram stop on St Kilda Road.

Sun, 21 April

9.30am - 1.00pm

Non-Members / Guests: N/A

MEMBERS ONLY EVENT

Booking closes on:
Sat, 20 April

Great Northern Hotel, 644 Rathdowne Street, Carlton North

Come and enjoy a casual Easter Monday with lunch and a few drinks on a relaxed Easter afternoon.

Many members have asked us to arrange another visit to this venue so enjoy a fun Easter Monday at a pub that has a well-priced food menu and huge beer garden that will keep you coming back for more.

It has an 80% rating on Urbanspoon as well with all food and drinks at own expense.

Look for Alan and the table(s) for Funff or contact mobile sent in SMS reminder.

Mon, 22 April

1.00pm - 4.00pm

Non-Members / Guests: N/A

MEMBERS ONLY EVENT

Booking closes on:
Sun, 21 April

Elephant and Wheelbarrow, 94-96 Bourke Street, Melbourne

Come and enjoy St Georges Day with a few pints and dinner after work at an English style pub in the city.

It is a great place to meet up with friends and experience a pub that has a style of a London style city pub.

The menu has a mix of English and classical dishes. There is something for everyone with pizza, steak, salads, burgers and if you fancy a bit of Olde England you can savour a few traditional dishes with options of an all day English breakfast, shepherds pie, fish and chips, beef pot pie, butter chicken or even scotch eggs or quaff a fine English Ale such as Old Speckled Hen and London Pride. Tuesday night is also Bangers and Mash night for only $17.

Meet Ian at our reserved tables.

Tue, 23 April

6.30pm - 9.00pm

Non-Members / Guests: N/A

MEMBERS ONLY EVENT

Booking closes on:
Mon, 22 April

DOC Expresso, 330 Lygon Street, Carlton

Join us for a Saturday night in Lygon Street, the home of Italian culture in Melbourne (Little Italy) that buzzes day and night.

We will be starting at DOC located right in the middle of Lygon Street at the heart of Italian restaurants.

It is a busy place with a very high ranking on Urbanspoon and a great mix of home-made pasta, salads, cheese boards and cured meats. Note that DOC Expresso does not have the full mix of all the Italian dishes that you might expect at a Lygon Street restaurant but it could be described as a pasta lovers delight.

After dinner, see some of the sights of Lygon Street that could include depending on the group on the night : Brunetti (coffee/cakes); Casa del Gelato (ice cream/gelatos); Koko Black (for all your chocolate delights) or a drink at one of the many venues in Lygon Street.

Discount car parking is available using your membership rewards card at the Elgin Street Car Park (215 Elgin Street) which is a 50% discount on Saturday otherwise another option is Lygon Street Car park, 204-208 Lygon Street. There is also The is the old clock tower and the parking across from the old Windows hospital, one street back from Lygon (closer to Melbourne Uni).

Meet Albert at the venue.

Sat, 27 April

7.00pm - 10.00pm

Non-Members / Guests: N/A

MEMBERS ONLY EVENT

Booking closes on:
Fri, 26 April

Governors Lounge, Royal Melbourne Hotel (RMH), 629 Bourke Street, Melbourne

Join us for our end of month drinks in the Governors Lounge at Royal Melbourne Hotel exclusively reserved for Fun, Food and Friendship and the Melbourne Social Club in this heritage listed building.

Come and see some of our previous event photos on the TV screens in our reserved area.

If you are not a member, book in and join us at this end of month drinks night. Meet some of our hosts and members, learn more about the best and liveliest social activities in Melbourne and start enjoying a great social life and great benefits such as discounts to bars, restaurants, shopping and car parking in the city.

There is fantastic Tuesday night $15 parma with a drink deal available on the night.

This historic venue is located near the intersection of Bourke Street and King Street.

Check-in with the hosts of the Melbourne Social Club on arrival

Tue, 30 April

6.30pm - 9.00pm

Non-Members / Guests: FREE

OPEN TO EVERYONE

Coffee Stand Outside the Arts Centre to the Grampians

Join us for a weekend at the Grampians to enjoy the Grape Escape wine festival and also enjoy some amazing scenic walks (all walks optional).

The Grampians is a region world-famous for its natural wonders and outdoor pursuits, so breathe in deeply and enjoy the incredible scenery.

The Grape Escape is the longest running food and wine festival in Victoria and has something for everyone. Discover the delights of 125 food and wine artisans while you soak up live music, cooking demonstrations and fun in the heart of the majestic Grampians National Park.

Any walks are optional, so those that would like just visit the festival can just enjoy the festival if they wish.

The accommodation is tent camping with all camping equipment provided at Halls Gap Caravan Park. Please note the campground has full toilet and shower facilities.

Camping equipment provided includes tent, thermarest sleeping mat, goose down sleeping bag, inflatable pillow & camp chairs.

The tour price includes a cooked BBQ dinner and breakfast and the tour van has a fridge on board if you would like to bring additional snacks.

Halls Gap the main township of the Grampians is where we will stop for lunch on the Saturday and guests can enjoy the wonderful food options on offer at the Grampians Grape Escape Festival on the Sunday.

What to bring – Your day pack with water bottle, towel, hat, jacket, sunglasses, toiletries & a change of clothes for Sunday. Please also bring a good pair of runners or hiking shoes as this tour could involve approximately 10km of walking over the 2 days if you choose the walks.

The price includes includes return transport from Melbourne, cooked BBQ dinner and breakfast and all camping equipment included but does not include the Grampians Grape Escape Tasting ticket. There is a Saturday ticket a Sunday ticket or a weekend ticket available depending on which option you might prefer.

Meet Ian and Nicole at the coffee stand outside the Arts Centre at where we will leave at 8:30am sharp and we aim to arrive back in the city around 7pm - 7.30pm on Sunday.

Sat, 4 May

8.15am - 7.30pm

Non-Members / Guests: N/A

Prepayment required for this event

MEMBERS ONLY EVENT

Booking closes on:
Wed, 1 May

Sherlock Holmes, 415 Collins Street, Melbourne

Join us for a trivia night at the Sherlock Holmes on Collins Street which is a British styled pub located on Collins Street.

The trivia night is hosted by comedian Janet McLeod and offers winners $50 food & drink vouchers as well as quiz rounds for Jugs of Beer, Bottles of wine etc. Janet is a well-respected comedian and has a way of getting you involved in the night.

The Sherlock Holmes opened in 1985 and the hostelry has been extremely well received, as have its comestibles, ales wines and spirits. So much so that the worst criticism has been that the establishment is too small for the large numbers of discerning citizens who wish to avail themselves of the sundry attractions which this unique tavern affords.

Here is a home for the aficionados of the works of the eneffable Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, where the friendly shades of Dr Watson, Professor Moriarty (a changed man since he went over the falls) and the Stradivarius-playing, opium-smoking genius himself, the Great Detective, await your pleasure.

So meet Nicole at the reserved table for a fun trivia night.

Tue, 7 May

6.00pm - 9.00pm

Non-Members / Guests: N/A

MEMBERS ONLY EVENT

Booking closes on:
Mon, 6 May

Windsor Alehouse, 42 Punt Road, Windsor

Join us as we pay a visit to The Windsor Alehouse for lunch and a few drinks.

During Good Beer Week, there is a fourteen tap takeover featuring some of the best gypsy brewing from around Australian. Expect offerings from Old Wives Ales, Valhalla, Coburg, Venom, Pact, Pixel and many more.

The bar recently underwent extensive renovations to transform it into a modern day Northern suburbs style pub. They also have a good selection of wines for those on the dark side.

The pub has a good range of pub food such as burgers, steaks, parmas, fish, chicken wings, wedges and salads.

The bar is located near Fitzroy St / St Kilda Road Junction and many trams visit this junction such as trams 3,5,16,64 and 67.

Meet Ian / Alan at the Funff tables.

Sat, 11 May

1.00pm - 4.00pm

Non-Members / Guests: N/A

MEMBERS ONLY EVENT

Booking closes on:
Fri, 10 May

Hats and Tatts, 78 Cecil Street, South Melbourne

Join us for dinner and drinks on a Sunday afternoon in South Melbourne in an American style bar with American posters, pool table, darts and arcade games.

For this Good Beer Event, Colonial Brewing Company and Fixation Brewing take over the bar with an exclusive collaboration brew.

The venue is also well known for its burgers, fried chicken and Reuben croquettes.

So join Alan for a relaxed American style afternoon.

Sun, 12 May

5.00pm - 8.00pm

Non-Members / Guests: N/A

MEMBERS ONLY EVENT

Booking closes on:
Sat, 11 May

Hardimans Hotel, 521 Macaulay Road, Kensington

Join us for a launch of the 16 beer tap takeover by Panhead Brewery from New Zealand at the iconic Hardimans Hotel that was established in the late 1870s.


This iconic venue has recently been refurbished and has bright airy feel and a nautical theme as well as great beer garden,

The venue has a range of classic pub meals and wood fired pizzas and an impressive 20 taps, most of which will be used for Good Beer Week and Panhead Brewing.

Meet Alan at the venue.

Mon, 13 May

7.00pm - 9.00pm

Non-Members / Guests: N/A

MEMBERS ONLY EVENT

Booking closes on:
Sun, 12 May

Beer Deluxe, 329 Burwood Road, Hawthorn

Join us for Good Beer Week at BeerDeluxe in Hawthorn which is showcasing the best of Europe with beers from Belgian, Germany, France, the Netherlands and many others.

The venue has a cosmopolitan feel of the ground level bar, a laid-back ambiance in the dining area and open-air deck on the second level with the intimate feel of the cellar function room.

They also have a social food menu as well as some great beers.

Beer Deluxe is close to Glenferrie Train Station and tram 16 goes along Glenferrie Road.

Meet Alan at the venue, all food and drinks at own expense.

Tue, 14 May

7.00pm - 9.00pm

Non-Members / Guests: N/A

MEMBERS ONLY EVENT

Booking closes on:
Mon, 13 May

Freddie Wimpoles, 125 Fitzroy Street, St Kilda

Tonight, we head to St Kilda for a night out a Freddie Wimpoles, an American themed bar which is located in the historic George Hotel and enjoying the Pint of Origin from the UK

The bar has an American style feel mixed with a hunting lodge with an impressive elk over the bar with a huge range of spirits and a range of rotating craft beer, think of a trendy version of bar from True Blood. The bar is named after a previous owner that was also a mayor of St Kilda.

The venue has a deli-style menu if sandwiches, subs and hot dogs and as well as a great range of craft beers and spirits on offer and a happy hour until 7pm.

Tonight is also curry night that is called Freddie 'Babu' and is a curry and craft beer collaboration. Babu Ji brings the curry and Freddie brings the beer. A curry and a pint of craft beer for only $26, there is only special curry and craft beer combination on the night.

Come and enjoy a night out at this unique venue.

Meet Ian and Alan at the reserved tables.

Wed, 15 May

6.30pm - 9.00pm

Non-Members / Guests: N/A

MEMBERS ONLY EVENT

Booking closes on:
Tue, 14 May

Retreat Hotel, 226 Nicholson Street, Abbotsford

We are planning a night out in Good Beer Week at the Retreat Hotel which is terrific little hotel, famous for the filming of "The Sullivans" Television Series.

The hotel has a cosy feel with lots of wood-panelling and full of yesteryear charm and welcoming ambiance, it is renowned for its great service and friendly staff.

As part of Good Beer week, there is an opportunity to sample some beers only available in South Australia with a tap takeover by the Shifty Lizard Brewing Company.

It has recently had a new renovations keeping the classic front bar but has had some great touches by removing few walls while keeping the cosy feel of the hotel,

The menu full of old pub favourites with big portions and is a one of the best examples of an early century English pub in Melbourne

Its original lead-light, authentic tiling and heritage timber paneling is also a great feature of the pub that was altered around the 1920s and has a classic look from that era.

Meet Alan at the reserved table(s).

Thu, 16 May

7.00pm - 9.00pm

Non-Members / Guests: N/A

MEMBERS ONLY EVENT

Booking closes on:
Wed, 15 May

Revolver Upstairs, 229 Chapel Street, Prahran

Join us for a fun night with a mix of good beer and a night noodle market.

Colonel Tan's Thai Kitchen and Revolver Upstairs are joining up with Moon Dog Brewery to bring a special night of beer noodles and markets with 50% of proceeds from Revs shop going to the Lost Dogs Home.

Meet Alan and Ian at the upstairs venue on Chapel Street.

Fri, 17 May

6.30pm - 9.00pm

Non-Members / Guests: N/A

MEMBERS ONLY EVENT

Booking closes on:
Thu, 16 May

Village Cinemas, Jam Factory, 500 Chapel Street, South Yarra.

With the ski season rapidly approaching what better way to get inspired than the latest instalment of Warren Millers classic annual extreme skiing films - "Line of Descent”.

This year's film travels the globe by land, air, and sea exploring the ties that bind ski culture.

The films exotic ski destinations with some of the world’s best extreme skiers and snowboarders at locations all over the world.

A ski and travel expo and bar will be open before the screening with the movie starting at 6pm. Look for David aka Cycling Dave and Ian near the box office at 5.30pm.

Please note the early cut-off date for payments as the Melbourne Social Club is buying tickets for this event, so we can sit in a group for the 6pm session.

Sat, 18 May

5.30pm - 8.00pm

Non-Members / Guests: N/A

Prepayment required for this event

MEMBERS ONLY EVENT

Booking closes on:
Sat, 11 May

Leonards House of Love, 3 Wilson Street, South Yarra

Join us for the last day of Good Beer Week with a good old fashioned house party with brews from Brooklyn Brewery at Leonards.

The venue is styled after a 1970's log cabin and bar with lounge room and pool table.

Grab a beer and maybe a burger,fried chicken, loaded fries or nachos and enjoy Sunday afternoon.

There will be an extensive range of Brooklyn brews with all the classics and a few new and rare brews.

Meet Alan at the venue.

Sun, 19 May

1.00pm - 4.00pm

Non-Members / Guests: N/A

MEMBERS ONLY EVENT

Booking closes on:
Sat, 18 May

PTV Hub, Ground Floor, Southern Cross railway station.

Our exclusive weekend trip sold out early last year so get in fast and includes a private bus as we tour the wineries around Rutherglen.

Saturday 8th to Monday 10th June.

Since 1974, thousands of people have descended on Rutherglen for one of the biggest wine festivals in the country. A general admission ticket to Winery Walkabout gets you access to wine tastings, live music, entertainment, tours and more at over 17 wineries, making for an epic jam-packed, fun-filled long weekend!

Many wineries also set up markets, food vans, masterclasses, buffet breakfasts, dinners, VIP tasting areas and more. Winery Walkabout is the best way to get to know Rutherglen and enjoy the atmosphere with your friends.

There's a reason people have been coming back for Walkabout for over 40 years - find out for yourself. Our exclusive trip sold out last year.

Our exclusive price includes travel to and from Albury, two nights twin share accommodation and a private bus around the festival and general admission ticket. We have booked 3 two bedroom twin share rooms that each sleeps two people at the Mantra Hotel. We will be picked up from the Mantra on Sunday Morning and taken to our first winery by a private bus.

We will start the weekend with a train trip to Albury at 12.00 getting in at 4pm (we will have reserved seats this is included in the price). Once in Albury we will have time for a rest and a wander around before dinner (yet to be organised). All food and wine will be at your own expense.

On Sunday morning we will have an early breakfast and jump on the bus to take us to the festival. Our itinerary is as follows:

10 am - Andrew Buller Wine (we will collect our glasses and check in here)

11.30 am - Buller Wines

1 pm - Chambers Rosewood Vineyards

2.30 pm - Rutherglen Estate

On Monday we will have a relaxing start and take the 12.45 train back to Melbourne and are due to arrive back around 5pm.

There is a strong presence of costumes so if you wish to dress up for the festival you are most welcome to. We will work out a theme once we know who’s coming.

The festival booked out in record time last year so get in early.

Meet Nicole and Ian outside the PTV Hub located on the Ground Floor near WH Smith at Southern Cross railway station.

Sat, 8 June

11.30am - 5.00pm

Non-Members / Guests: N/A

Prepayment required for this event

MEMBERS ONLY EVENT

Booking closes on:
Sat, 1 June