Meeting place is Boronia Reserve at the end of Leeds Street (Mel 47K3), at 09.20 for a 9.30 start. 

   The walk begins alongside the oval after a few minutes and turn right onto the Koonung Creek track.  The path is macadam all the way so a bit hard under foot and very popular with cyclists.  First we will come to Wetherby/Middleborough Road and shortly after that turn left onto the footbridge, cross the freeway and continu along the south side of the freeway under Tram/Station Road and Elgar Rd.  We continue past the Elgar Park Hockey Fields and into the Koonung Linear Park wetlands.  We will take the diversion over bridge and down onto the walkway through the swamp.  The swamp hens have a technique in bending reeds.  A little further on, a bit short of Doncaster Road, we will stop in a small park for morning tea (10.45).  Then we retuned the same way

Meeting place to begin the walk is Weerona Playground (Mel 33 B9) accessible off Research-Warrandyte Road. Meet at 0915 for a 930 start.  Some of the paths are narrow, on steep banks, and can be slippery so poles are strongly recommended.

Our walk will begin by walking towards the Yarra River and veering right onto a barely visible track (a great view of the river half way up - 8 minutes), which we will follow up the hill to Glynns Road.  We will cross Glynns Road and walk up to the water tank on top of the hill along the track just inside the fence.  We will then walk directly downhill to Ford's historic cottage.  From there will walk down to the Yarra and follow the river to Laughing Waters.  Then we will follow the river to Bob's Wetlands for morning tea.  After the break we will pass the Pound Bend tunnel and follow the track along the river (up an down) on some steep tracks to our starting point at Weerona Way.

15km

Meet at Eltham Station 0900 for a 09.04 a.m., departure (last carriage).  The 7 km walk from Fairfield Parklands to Dights Falls and returnwill take about 2.5 hours. Alternatively meet at Fairfield Station at 0932 (please advise when booking if you select this option).  Mel 2D F3 covers the walk area.

Leaving Fairfield station we will walk to Fairfield Parklands via Rathmines St to the path that runs beside the Merri Creek and follow it to the junction with the Yarra at Dights Falls.  Then walk upstream beside the Yarra (adjacent the freeway and walk upstream to Yarra Bend Rd.  Turning left onto this road and following it for 250M we will turn right to skirt the VINC Plant Nursery.  At the rear of the parks works depot we will walk back down to the Yarra via the Flying Fox Area.  The walk upstream continues along the Yarra on pretty bush tracks towards Fairfield Boathouse.  There are toilets nearby at this point.  Optional stop for refreshments (or lunch) at the Boathouse before taking the 500 m back to Fairfield station.

Do you want to walk between Australia's two most recognised surf beaches? The Bondi to Manly Beach Walk is an epic coastal and Harbourside walk on public land with the vast majority of the 80kms on existing well made and maintained bush walking tracks. The walk was officially opened on 8 December 2019. We will complete the walk over five days.

Walk information at bonditomanly.com

We are staying at The Rocks YHA. This YHA is very conveniently located within easy reach of the ferries in Circular Quay as well as close proximity to train and bus routes. We will be using public transport to get and from our walk each day.

At YHA Sydney Harbour we will enjoy stunning rooftop panoramic views of Sydney Harbour, Opera House and Harbour Bridge. This YHA offers state-of-the-art facilities. We have booked 9 twin ensuited rooms and two queen rooms with ensuites. 

The cost of our accommodation is $999 per walker for 6 nights in central Sydney. Ten percent deposit needs to be paid into the DVBC account when you book. We need to pay said deposit to confirm our booking.

Diamond Valley Bushwalking Club

BSB: 083232

Account no: 027615451

This is a 22 day Exploranges Trip specifically for members for the Diamond Valley Bushwlking Club.  Cost approx $8030.  Leaving from Perth and return to Perth - highlighting the Pilbara region.

Hike in deep gorges cut by hidden springs and swim in refreshing plunge pools - two of many reasons why the Pilbara is worth taking time to explore. Famous for its iron ore deposits which lend the landscape its fiery hues, the region contains some of the world’s most ancient natural landscapes, set amongst the beautiful Hammersley Ranges in Karajini National Park. Contrast these dramatic landscapes with the tranquility of Ningaloo Reef. Here we cruise and snorkel, discovering the delights of one of the most spectacular marine parks in the world, where the coral reef is just a short swim away

For a detailed itinerary or more information please email. Bookings are now being taken.

Meeting place to begin the walk is John Pascoe Fawkner Reserve (Mel 16 EF 7 accessible off Sydney Rd, Boundary Rd/Grevillea Rd/Devon Rd/Winifred St,) at 9.20 for 9.30 dep. There is usually one toilet open.

Depending on demand for car pooling an optional meeting place is the western end of Greensborough War Memorial Park (Mel 20 G3) at 8.10 for 8.20 dep.  It is a one hour drive to JPF reserve in the morning peak.

 Our walk will begin by  following a track south on the western boundary of the J P Fawkner Reserve that leads down to the Moonee Ponds creek where we will cross a ford to the west bank.  We will then walk south along the west bank for about 25 mins to (I think) bridge 6 – Adelaide St. From there we will retrace our steps to Srathnaver Reserve and a further 3 Km north to Wonga Plc, Gowanbrae (Mel 16 D2).  We will then retrace our steps to the cars with the option of coffee and cakes at into the Francis Winifred Café, 94 Winifred St, Oak Park - 039304 2739.

Getting there:- Allow one hour from Greensborough, Monty or Eltham.  Take the M80 to Sydney Rd exi left there and proceed past the Fawkner Cemetery and turn right at the Boundary Hotel into Boundary Rd.  Continue straight as it become Pascoe St, Rhodes Pde, then left at the roundabout into Grevillea and right at the end into Devon Rd.  Cross Pascoe Vale Rd into Winifred St, and left into Francis St, at the end of Which is the J P Fawkner Reserve.  The mileage of 72 km and number of pasengers will determine the cost for car pooling [if required].

A weekend of celebrations for the 40th anniversary of the formation of Diamond Valley Bushwalking Club.

A social function on Saturday 11th October, followed by a variety of walks to be offered on Sunday 12th October.

Meeting place is the Reynolds road gate [Mel 22 E9], at 0930 for a 0945 start. This is corner of Reynolds Road and Yarra Braes Road.

We will walk down Reynolds road 300 m, cross the creek the follow it almost its point of discharge into the Yarra (400m).  Then we will walk downstream to the Wild Cherry Drive gate (600m).  We will retrace our steps back to the creek on the creek and follow the ridgeline parallel to the Yarra to the old front garden of Killeavy (1km).  We will leave the home block and follow the fence line down the Yarra (500 m), and walk along the Yarra until we come to a large clearing by the river and have morning tea (500m).

Sated we will walk up the hill and turn right at the intersection and walk to Overbank Road and Laughing Waters Road (1km).  From there we will walk back up to Killeavy and then onto  old entry road off to the right which we will follow downhill to the lower gate. From there we follow our noses uphill under the power lines and back to the cars.  Total approximately 5 km.

Staying at the Saltbush Resort Balnarring Beach - 5 houses available (4 Bedrooms x 3, 3 Bedrooms x 2) plus large community building (Nano space) with Kitchen (cooking facilities) BBQ, Lounge and table and chairs. For details go to

saltbushbalnarringbeach.org.au/accommodation/

Limit of 20 people is shown but there is some flexibility dependant on room requests.

Total cost of each house including cleaning fee and hire of Nano space is $1106.00 as the club has been able to obtain a group discount.

This cost is divided by the number of people in your house.

To secure your booking a payment of $25 is required to be paid when making your booking to Barb directly with the balance due by Sept.15th 2025. After that date the payment is NOT refundable unless your spot is replaced by another person.  Each house chooses a house manger who will collect the final payment and forward it to Barb by Sept 15th.

Activities are daily bush/beach walks including afternoon of arrival and morning of deprture with different locations each day. These will be led by an experienced walker and some walks may require a car pool drive. Daily happy hour at the Nano Space, Sunday night dinner TBC, and ample time during our stay to relax and enjoy the attractions of the area. eg. Winery Sculpture Park, Art Gallery, Spas.

Grampians NP Basecamp

Various graded walks throughout the northern , central and southern areas of the Grampians.

Expect conditions such as: steep hills; exposed rocky paths; light rock scrambling; cliffs; no shelter; poor visibility; sustained ascent; walking along steep exposed ridge. Please of course consider your ability before booking. 

Accommodation will be at Breeze Holiday Park, Halls Gap. There is cabin and site accommodation available, but due to the excellent location, it can get booked quickly. I have tried to avoid peak times and other clashes with the existing club programme. Please arrange your own accommodation.

For those of us who do not wish to challlenge the highest mountains this camp will be running alongside the Grampians NP Main basecamp. Medium and easy/medium walks will be based around the Halls Gap area. We are staying at the same accommodation in Halls Gap at the Breeze caravan park.

More information will be provided closer to the camp. You will be notified when accommodation bookings open so that you can make your own booking.

Meet in Ridge Road near Arthur’s Creek Road at 09.30 for 10.40 start.  Mel 9 L2.5] M 79 D2.5.   Corner of Yan Yean Road and Arthurs Creek Road.

 This is a pleasant there (about 1 hour 20 mins towards Whittlesea) and back walk along Ridge Road.  This is a quiet gravel road, but some of the walk will be on the be on the verge of the  road).  There are some ups and downs with panoramic views of rolling hills and Kinglake west, as well as Yan Yean Reservoir.  8.5 km, and about 3 hours with morning tea break.  

Bring water, morning tea, poles if you use them, and good sturdy walking footwear

This is the fourth exploratory/reconnaissance trip to the Grampians NP.

** Please note: car camping equipment required and unsealed roads expected. NO Pack carry**

These exploratory trips will only include day walks, but some of the walks will be rated medium-hard. Expect conditions such as: steep hills; exposed rocky paths; light rock scrambling; cliffs; no shelter; poor visibility; sustained ascent; walking along steep exposed ridge. Please of course consider your ability before booking. 

This fourth exploratory trip will include the outlying areas such as over towards the west in Victoria Range Remote & Natural Area, and the Black Range State Park. This would perhaps include: The Chimney Pots; Mt Byron; Rock Escarpment Discovery; Mount Thackery; The Fortress; Djibalara (Asses Ears); Moora Moora Falls; other easier walks scattered remotely. The walks may also include those in other areas of the Grampians NP that we haven't yet been able to walk. At the moment they include: Mt William (highest top in the Grampians); Mt Gar (Mt Difficult); Mt Zero; Hollow Mountain.

More details to follow. Final choice of walks to be decided.

Location of accommodation to be decided. Accommodation may be located in remote National Park campsites, and we may relocate at least once to suit the walks we would like to do. Camping equipment required. Expect road conditions to be unsealed.