Bus Outing to Rippon Lea
Rippon Lea Visit
Tuesday 24 March 2026
Members: $80.00
Non-Members: $90.00
Rippon Lea is a beautiful Victorian mansion and heritage-listed historic house set within magnificent gardens.
We will enjoy a guided tour of the house, both upstairs and downstairs.
For those who do not wish to go upstairs, lunch will be at the Elsternwick Hotel.
Payment Due: 3 March 2026
Preferred payment method: Bank Transfer
Watsonia 50 Plus Club
BSB: 633 000
Account No: 162 498 554
Reference: Please include your name and “Rippon Lea”
Non-Members
Please email your name and telephone number (for emergency contact purposes) to:
[email protected]
Cash Payments
If paying by cash, please place the money in an envelope and put it in the White Box on the notice board in the
Watsonia Hall, 35 Lambourn Road, Watsonia
Please ensure your name and “Rippon Lea” are clearly written on the envelope.
Parliament House Tuesday 28 April 2026
Trip to Parliament House – April 2026
We are planning a trip to Parliament House in April 2026. The exact date has been confirmed: the visit will take place on Tuesday, 28 April 2026.
Cost:
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Members: $45.00
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Non-members: $50.00
The day will include a delightful High Tea, featuring a tiered stand of finger foods—sandwiches, scones, and cakes—accompanied by your choice of tea, coffee, wine, or soft drink. I’m reliably informed (straight from the horse’s mouth!) that a two-person tier is more than sufficient for two people.
Following morning tea, we will enjoy a guided tour of Parliament House.
At this stage, we plan to travel by train.
Melbourne Arts Centre Tour
Melbourne Arts Centre Tour
Tuesday, 26 May 2026
Cost
Members: $25.00
Non-Members: $25.00
Enjoy a guided tour of the Melbourne Arts Centre, a renowned complex of theatres and concert halls.
The tour includes:
Exploring Hamer Hall’s stunning gold and amber interiors
Crossing to the theatre building to view the foyers and auditoriums
Tours are capped at 20 people. The Arts Centre will endeavour to accommodate us if we have a larger group.
A sign-up sheet will be placed on the notice board in the hall for those wishing to attend, allowing bookings to be confirmed with the Arts Centre.
Lunch
Lunch will be either at the venue or in the city (to be confirmed).
Transport
At this stage, we will travel by train.
Payment Details
Payment due: 5 May 2026
Preferred method: Bank transfer
Watsonia 50 Plus Club – Direct Payment
BSB: 633 000
Account No: 162 498 554
Reference: Your Name – Melbourne Arts Centre
Non-Members
Please email your name and telephone number (for emergency contact purposes) to:
📧 [email protected]
Cash Payments
If paying by cash:
Place the money in an envelope
Clearly write your name and “Melbourne Arts Centre” on the envelope
Place it in the White Box on the notice board at
Watsonia Hall, 35 Lambourn Road, Watsonia
Bus Outing to the Western Treatment Plant
Bus trip to the Western Treatment Plant on Tuesday 18 August 2026
The Western Treatment Plant at Werribee is renowned for its innovative and sustainable approach to sewage treatment, blending environmental stewardship with practical resource recovery. Spanning an area similar in size to Phillip Island, the plant not only manages Melbourne's wastewater but also serves as a working farm and a vital sanctuary for migratory and native birds. By harmonising agriculture, biodiversity, education, and ecotourism and community.
COST: TBA
Depart: 9am Corner Elder Street, Greensborough. Returns to Elder Street Reserve.
Payment due: 6 August 2026. Preferably by bank transfer payment to the Watsonia 50s Plus Club Inc
Direct Payment Details: BSB: 633 000 Account No: 162498554 Ref: (Include your name and Treatment Plant)
Please email your name and telephone number so we can contact you in an emergency to: [email protected]
Cash Payments: If paying by cash, [lease place the cash in an envelope and place in the white box on the notice board in the Watsonia Hall with your name and Treatment Plant clearly written on it.
Bus Outing to the Queenscliffe Train Trip
Bus Outing to the Queenscliffe Train Trip on Tuesday 22 September 2026
An overview of Bellarine Railway's dining experiences, including train options, local produce, and transportation arrangements.
- Bellarine Railway offers iconic rail restaurant experiences with first and Q class options showcasing local produce and scenic views.
- Dining options include social tables and exclusive first-class private compartments with wine pairings and personal butler service.
- The train journey highlights local wineries, brewers, distillers, and farmers, supporting regional producers.
- Transportation arrangements facilitate ferry and hotel transfers, ensuring a seamless Bellarine experience.
COST: TBA
Depart: 9am Corner Elder Street, Greensborough. Returns to Elder Street Reserve.
Payment due: 17 September 2026. Preferably by bank transfer payment to the Watsonia 50s Plus Club Inc
Direct Payment Details: BSB: 633 000 Account No: 162498554 Ref: (Include your name and Treatment Plant)
Please email your name and telephone number so we can contact you in an emergency to: [email protected]
Cash Payments: If paying by cash, [lease place the cash in an envelope and place in the white box on the notice board in the Watsonia Hall with your name and Train Trip clearly written on it.
Bus Outing on a Mystery Tour to somewhere
MYSTERY TOUR BUS TRIP to an undisclosed destination on Tuesday 27 October 2026
Stopping for morning tea on route. Enjoy a drive for one and a half hours to somewhere!! Then leave for lunch at approximately 1 pm and we will be arriving back in Greensborough at approximately 4 pm.
DEPART: 9 am Corner Elder Street and Delta Road, Greensborough
PAYMENT DUE: 17 October 2026 - 10 days prior to departure. Preferably by Bank transfer to Watsonia 50s Plus Club Inc
COST: Members - $TBA and Non-Members -$TBA
DIRECT PAYMENT DETAILS: BSB 633 000 ACCOUNT No: 162498554 Ref: (Include your name and Mystery Tour)
If you opt to pay in cash, kindly place the cash in an envelope labelled with your name and "Mystery Tour." Then, drop it into the White Box located on the club's notice board at Watsonia Community Hall, 35 Lambourn Road, Watsonia. Please note that all payments must be received at least 10 days prior to the trip date to facilitate our planning process. For any inquiries or additional information, please contact Liz Tiance, our Day Trip Coordinator, at 0402 047 665.
COACH TOUR 7 DAY ADELAIDE & SURROUNDS 2026
Watsonia 50s Plus Club Inc 7 Day Adelaide & surrounds Coach Tour with Southern Star Tours Departing from Elder Reserve on Monday 16 November 2026 Returning to Elder Reserve on Sunday 22 November 2026 Price per person: $2334.00 (twin share) Single supplement: $2894.00 per person
$200.00 deposit by Friday 10 July 2026 together with a Booking Form
Balance to be paid by Friday 18 September 2026
Please make payments to the Watsonia 50s Plus Club Inc BSB: 633 000 ACCOUNT NO: 162 498 554 Reference Your Name and Adelaide Tour
The price includes 6 nights accommodation, 6 dinners, 2 lunches, 6 cooked breakfasts, luxury coach travel, gratuities, fully escorted with driver and hostess. Pick up and drop off at Elder Reserve Watsonia. This is a coach tour with a one-night stop on the way to Adelaide then staying in the heart of Adelaide where we explore the many attractions of the city as well as the Barossa, the Whispering Wall, Hahndorf, McLaren Vale, Glenelg, Monarto Safari Park. Please refer to the full itinerary and the booking form.
Banyule Seniors Festival Month at the Watsonia 50s Plus Club 2025
The Watsonia 50s Plus Club is delighted to be part of this year’s Banyule Seniors Festival in October. We are offering a wide range of mostly FREE or low-cost activities during Seniors Month. It is an excellent opportunity to try something new, bring a friend along, and enjoy the company of others in a welcoming setting.
Festival Activities:
Venue: Watsonia Community Hall, 35 Lambourn Rd, Watsonia
· Tai Chi Qigong – Monday, 6 October at 10:00 am
· Tai Chi for Arthritis – Wednesday, 8 October at 10:00 am
· Aerobics – Thursday, 9 October at 10:00 am
· Gentle Aerobics – Thursday, 9 October at 10:45 am
· Indoor Carpet Bowls – Thursday, 9 October at 1:00 pm
· Cards (500 & Canasta) – Monday, 13 October at 12:00 pm
· Scrabble – Wednesday, 15 October at 1:00 pm
· Tai Chi – Thursday, 16 October at 9:00 am
· Table Tennis – Thursday, 16 October at 1:00 pm
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· Old Time & New Vogue Dance, with some Rock n Roll & Line Dancing – Sunday, 19 October 2:00 pm to 5:30 pm
Venue: Bundoora Community Hall, 20 Noorong Ave, Bundoora
Join us for our Old Time & New Vogue Dance during Seniors Month! Not only will we enjoy a wonderful afternoon together, but we'll also be raising funds for Motor Neuron Disease (MND) Victoria. Thanks to the kindness of local businesses we have some great gift vouchers to raffle off - and every ticket sold helps make a real difference. Bring your friends along and join this special cause. Your support means a great deal and is genuinely appreciated. Please enjoy a complimentary afternoon tea, supplied by Fat Chef Mernda.
Tasmania Tour Sunday 23 November 2025
Tasmania Tour
7 Nights $2760 per person/$3,250 single supplement
Price includes airfares and coach transfers to and from the Airport
Departing Sunday 23rd November 2025
Returning Sunday 30th November 2025
A $300 deposit is to be paid by Thursday, 6 February 2025. Please ensure your 2025 Membership is paid before this date, as members will have first preference.
Non-members who share with a member will be accepted.
It would be helpful if people shared accommodation, as there is a limited number of rooms available. Some people have already expressed an interest in going on the trip. Please add your name to the list in the foyer at Watsonia Hall, if it is not already there. If you are unable to go to the Watsonia hall, please contact Mary Ann Williams before Christmas if you would also like to go on the Tasmanian trip.
| Payment online to BSB 633 000 | Account No: 162 498 554 |
Reference your Name and Tasmania Tour
Mary Ann Williams – Tour Co-ordinator
The Watsonia 50s Plus Club Christmas Lunch at the Bundoora Hotel
CHRISTMAS LUNCH
Tuesday 2 December 2025 at 12 Noon
Bundoora Hotel
Plenty Road, Bundoora
Ample parking is available in the Hotel Car Park
or across the road at the Soccer Ground
$30.00 per head to be paid no later than
Tuesday 28 October 2025
To register attendance, please submit your name on the Registration Form by Tuesday, 28 October 2025. This will be located in the foyer at the Watsonia Community Hall, 35 Lambourn Road, Watsonia.
| Direct Payment Details: | BSB: 633 000Account No: 162498554
Ref: (INCLUDE YOUR NAME AND CHRISTMAS LUNCH |
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