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Seeing Fawkner Park with fresh eyes
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Hello Reader, It's Kathy here! Revisiting familiar places at different stages of life can be surprisingly moving — and full of new discoveries. Thanks to the City of Melbourne, I recently joined their Chalk and Walk activity at Fawkner Park, part of the summer seniors program. Yes, sanctioned chalk graffiti! But this park was a very different place to the one I knew as a teenager back in the early 1970s. Back then, Fawkner Park meant winter softball matches — freezing winds, muddy slides, slippery balls and plenty of laughter. Returning decades later on a warm Saturday morning, the park felt transformed. Leafy oak avenues, golden elms, newly planted gingko trees, outdoor sculptures, and a wonderful Seniors Centre buzzing with activity. Our small group — adults and children together — was warmly welcomed by Nick, our guide. Armed with chalk and a few simple rules, we set about creating colourful messages for the community. Some were thoughtful, some philosophical, all uplifting. It lasted just an hour, but it was refreshing, social, and quietly joyful. There’s so much happening this summer, and many activities are free. I’m already planning a return visit for Fawkner Park’s historical walking tour on 7 March. Maybe I’ll see you there! You can explore the full Fawkner Park Summer Series program, and we’ve also rounded up more social activities here worth trying if you’re keen to get out and about. Warmly,
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