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MGA Welcome Party | Semester 2

Kick off a new semester with a night of fun, friends and festivities!

  • Orientation
  • Paid Event
  • Social
MGA Welcome Party Semester 2
DATE:

Friday 01 August 2025

TIME:

7pm - 10pm

VENUE:

Ballers Clubhouse, Level 2, 2 Coverlid Place, Melbourne VIC 3000

Whether you're a new student eager to make friends or a returning student looking to reconnect with your peers, this is the perfect opportunity to usher in the new semester! It will be an evening filled with music, games and great vibes. Don't miss out on the fun!

📆 Date: Friday, 1 August 2025
⏰ Time: 7:00pm to 10:00pm
📍 Venue: Baller's Clubhouse (please read important venue info below)
🎟️ Price: $20 for grad students and $60 for guests/non-students

Your ticket cost includes:

  • entry to the venue
  • unlimited shuffleboard, darts, pool, ping pong, patio and ball pit access
  • light refreshments
  • 3 drinks (alcoholic or non-alcoholic)

By buying a ticket and attending this event, you agree to our event's terms & conditions.

WHAT TO BRING

  • your student card
  • government ID
  • comfortable shoes
  • fully charged phone
  • a plan for a safe ride home (e.g. Myki card)

HOW TO GET THERE

The venue address is Ballers Clubhouse, 2 Coverlid Place, Melbourne 3000. Please check in at Level 2.

Parking

Paid parking is available at Wilson Parking (180 Russell St), Mid City parking (179 Little Bourke St) or VIP Parking (138 Little Bourke St).

However, there is very limited, paid street parking available around the venue. We encourage attendees to plan other forms of transportation, especially if you are consuming alcohol.

Public Transportation

Ballers Clubhouse is approximately an 8 minute walk from Parliament Station.

From Clayton Campus: Take the 601 Bus one stop to Huntingdale Station. Board the Cranbourne/Pakenham line on platform 1 heading towards the city (City Loop Service). Exit the train at Parliament Station on Lonsdale Street and walk 8 minutes to Ballers Clubhouse via Little Bourke Street.

From Caulfield Campus: From Caulfield Station, board the Cranbourne/Pakenham OR Frankston line heading towards the city. Exit the train at Parliament Station on Lonsdale Street and walk 8 minutes to Ballers Clubhouse via Little Bourke Street.

ARRIVING AT THE VENUE

From Little Bourke Street, follow the rainbow walkway to the Ballers Clubhouse entrace on Coverlid Place. Once inside, there are stairs or an elevator on the left to take you to the event space. Please check in at Level 2.

 

Ticket pricing disclaimer:

Student tickets are heavily subsidised at $20 to keep the event accessible and affordable for our graduate student community. This subsidy reflects our commitment to creating inclusive opportunities for students to connect and celebrate. Guest tickets are priced at $60 to cover the full cost of attendance and help ensure the event remains financially sustainable.

 

 

 

THIS EVENT ALIGNS WITH THE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS OF:

The MGA is proud to be the first student association in Australia to be certified carbon neutral by Climate Active.

Learn more here.
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Experiencing issues with registration or ticket purchasing? Or have a general question?

Feel free to email mga-events@monash.edu, and we’ll be happy to assist!

MGA HEALTH & WELLBEING GUIDELINES FOR EVENTS

Attend only when well If you are feeling unwell or exhibiting flu-like symptoms, we kindly ask that you do not attend the event.

Practice good hygeine Please maintain good hygeine practices. This includes regular hand washing or using the hand sanitiser which will be readily available at the venue.

Mask availability Masks will be available for attendees who request them.

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