Hello Reader,

It’s Chris here.

It had been more than 50 years since I last stepped inside the Oxford Scholar. Back in my RMIT student days, it was the pub across the road where mates and I would swap stories over a cheap pot. On a recent trip into the city, curiosity got the better of me and I wandered in for old times’ sake.

The place had changed, of course, but sitting there with a cider in hand brought the memories flooding back. That afternoon led me to visit a few more old haunts, and it struck me—wouldn’t it be fun to do a proper tour of Melbourne’s historic pubs?

Now, together with my daughter Amy from Seniors in Melbourne and writer and tour guide Paul Daffey, that idea has become reality. We’re inviting you to join us as we explore the city’s pubs past and present, swap stories, and enjoy a drink or two in good company.

Read about our upcoming tour and how to book your spot here.​

Regards,

Chris

P.S. We’re putting together a guide of recommended events for the Victorian Seniors Festival. Have you seen the program yet? I’d love to know which events catch your eye—or if you’re planning to give it a miss this year.

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WHAT'S ON - Mark Your Calendars

• ​Melbourne City Pub Tour (Thursday 9 Oct, 2–5pm). Join writer and guide Paul Daffey for an afternoon exploring Melbourne’s pub history. Meet at 1.45 pm outside the Oxford Scholar Hotel. Tickets $60, includes a drink at Young & Jackson’s. Read more here.​
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• ​Goldfields Explorer Steam Train (Fridays & Sundays in Oct 2025). Departing from Platform 3, Castlemaine Station. Seniors save 15% in October with promo code SENIORS25 when booking online.
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• ​Tesselaar Tulip Festival, Silvan (13 Sept – 12 Oct 2025). Celebrating 70 years of stunning blooms with over a million tulips on display, interactive activities, food stalls, and themed weekends. Concession tickets from $22.50.​
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• ​Opera Australia: The Barber of Seville (31 Oct – 5 Nov 2025). Enjoy the antics of the charming barber, Figaro, in this laugh-out-loud theatrical experience.
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• ​Candlelight Concerts: Timeless Composers (4 Oct & 7 Nov 2025). Delight in beloved classics by iconic composers such as Tchaikovsky and Debussy, all performed in a stunning candlelit setting.
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• ​Heritage & Art Bus Tour (Thursdays in Oct 2025, 10.00 am–2.00 pm). Explore Mornington Peninsula’s heritage and arts with guided tours, lunch, and transport included. Tickets $15. Bookings essential.

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