Active Adults: An Afternoon in Whittlesea Township

Whittlesea Active Adults warmly invites you to join a relaxed and engaging afternoon exploring the rich history and charm of Whittlesea township. Enjoy a delicious lunch, a guided historical presentation, and the chance to discover the stories behind one of the region’s most iconic townships. 

What to Expect

12:30pm – Social Lunch
Royal Mail Hotel, 29 Beech Street, Whittlesea
(Senior’s meals from $23 per person)

Begin the afternoon by meeting your friends for a leisurely senior’s meal at the Royal Mail Hotel. It’s the perfect chance to socialise and enjoy good company before the tour begins.

1:30pm – Historical Presentation & Tour
Whittlesea Courthouse Visitor Information Centre, 74 Church Street, Whittlesea

After lunch, take a short walk across the road to the Whittlesea Courthouse Visitor Information Centre. Here you’ll enjoy:

  • A captivating historical presentation
  • A guided tour of the old courthouse and the original gaol lockup
  • Exhibits and local handcrafts

Learn about the area’s original inhabitants, early European settlement, bushrangers, the booming timber industry, farming traditions, and water supply that helped shape our region in the mid-1800s.

2:30pm – Optional Free Time
Why not extend your visit by exploring the main street? Discover retro 60s rock’n’roll cafés, op shops, and local charm at your own pace.

Please register at the registration desks by Monday, 23 March. 
Registration is essential for booking your lunch at the Royal Mail Hotel. 

Getting There

Carpooling with friends is encouraged.

Public Transport:

  • Train to Mernda Railway Station
  • Then catch Bus 282 or 285 to Church Street, Whittlesea
  • Planning your trip encouraged
Parking

Plenty of free parking is available at the Whittlesea Courthouse Visitor Information Centre (74 Church St).

 

Date & Time: March 25, 2026 12:30 pm

Event Location: Whittlesea

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