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************It will be hotter than the Klatchian Desert!
Please note due to extreme weather, the picnic has moved. Please go downriver to the Southgate foodcourt. (we will try to be near the door closest to Princes Bridge).
Please read the changed description here!
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It’s starting to look a lot like Hogswatch! And the start of the Year of the Luminous Lemur!!
And that means it’s time for the annual Victorian Discworld Klatch picnic in the Gardens.
The picnic is at Southgate FoodCourt. It is a short walk from Flinders Street Station and on the south bank of the Yarra River. There is limited parking along Boathouse Drive and possible parking at the NGV/Art Centre.
We will be picnicking in the air conditioning at Southgate Foodcourt .
Who: anyone that likes reading, or listening to, the world of Terry Pratchett and enjoys a good picnic with friends What to bring: optional food & drinks, plates, cutlery, napkins, etc. Or buy food at the food court. Optional for protection on the way: Sunscreen, jacket or umbrella. It’s Melbourne, any weather is possible, and it will be hot enough to melt a troll's head, or at least slow right down to be a rock.
When: January 5th 2025 at 2pm
Where: Southgate FoodCourt, along the Yarra River, Melbourne
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Look for a witch's hat, a mini Hogswatch tree, and other Discworldy stuff!
Why: because we can!!!
We are now doing this:
Please note: in the case of extreme weather, the picnic may be moved. If it is raining badly, or some other form of poor weather please go downriver to the Southgate foodcourt. (we will try to be near the door closest to Princes Bridge). Please keep your eyes on this event for updates.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Southgate Food Court 3 Southgate Ave, Southbank VIC 3006, Southgate, 3 Southgate Ave, Southbank VIC 3006, Australia,Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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