Victoria Walks

28/09/2026

👟 Step10 kicks off today!

Today, people are heading out for the first walks of this year’s Step10 Challenge.

Step10 is built around a simple idea: walking a little more, more often. Over the coming weeks, participants will be exploring new places, meeting other walkers and finding more ways to make walking part of everyday life.

And there’s still time to join in.

Today’s walks include a walk starting from Kensington Aquatic and Recreation Centre:
https://walkingmaps.com.au/walk/6111

🌿 And a beautiful walk through Studley Park:
https://walkingmaps.com.au/walk/6249

You don’t need to be super fit or walk huge distances. Step10 is about getting out, discovering places to walk and adding a few more steps to your day.

Want to join us? It’s not too late to sign up and get walking.

👉 https://step10challenge.victoriawalks.org.au/

26/09/2026

Whatever happened yesterday… today is a good day for a walk. 🚶‍♀️🌿

After a big Grand Final Saturday, Sunday calls for something a little quieter.

A coffee, some fresh air, a friend to walk with — or perhaps just a peaceful wander on your own.

You don't have to go far or make a day of it. Pop your suburb or postcode into Walking Maps and see what's waiting to be explored nearby.

Find your Sunday walk:
https://walkingmaps.com.au/

25/09/2026

🏉 Grand Final weekend can get a little… hectic.

If you’re looking to balance the footy, crowds and general excitement with a bit of fresh air, a short walk in nature might be just the thing.

We’ve picked three lovely regional Victorian walks from Walking Maps — all short enough to fit into a busy long weekend:

🌿 **Lerderderg Gorge** – get into the bush and enjoy some spectacular gorge country.
https://walkingmaps.com.au/walk/3800

🌸 **Geelong Botanic Gardens** – an easy wander through one of Victoria’s beautiful regional gardens.
https://walkingmaps.com.au/walk/2378

🌳 **Emu Bottom Wetlands, Sunbury** – a peaceful local escape with open space, wetlands and plenty of birdlife.
https://walkingmaps.com.au/walk/4307

Whether you’re escaping the footy altogether or just need a breather between the siren and the celebrations, a little time outside can go a long way.

Find thousands more walks across Victoria at **Walking Maps**: https://walkingmaps.com.au/

17/09/2026

Ready to break free from winter's chill and unlock a brighter, more vibrant you? 🌞 Join our Step 10 Challenge, a free program that will get you moving, exploring new horizons, and connecting with like-minded women across Victoria! With walks kicking off at the end of September, register now and discover the transformative power of community and movement. Simply fill in the Humanitx link and sign up for the walks nearest you. We'll be in touch with all the details, and you can join in for as many or as few walks as you like. 🌈💪️

🚶🏻‍♀️Boroondara: https://events.humanitix.com/step10-boroondara-participants
🚶🏻‍♀️Manningham: https://events.humanitix.com/2026-step10-manningham-participants
🚶🏻‍♀️City of Melbourne: https://events.humanitix.com/2026-step10-the-city-of-melbourne-participants
🚶🏻‍♀️Whittlesea: https://events.humanitix.com/2026-step10-the-city-of-whittlsea-participants
🚶🏻‍♀️Golden Plains: https://events.humanitix.com/2026-step10-golden-plains-participants
🚶🏻‍♀️Bass Coast: https://events.humanitix.com/2026-step10-bass-coast-participants

11/09/2026

🌊 Heading to the Bass Coast this spring? Don’t just drive through.

Grantville might be somewhere you usually pass on the way to Phillip Island or Inverloch, but it’s worth stopping and stretching your legs.

This easy 1.8 km walk takes you along the sheltered shores of Western Port, with mangroves, birdlife, beachcombing and views across to French Island.

It’s just 30 minutes – long enough to get everyone out of the car, breathe in some sea air and discover somewhere you might otherwise have driven straight past.

And with more than 300 species of birds recorded around Western Port, keep your eyes and ears open as you go.

🥾 Grantville Beach Walk, Bass Coast
📍 1.8 km | Easy | Around 30 minutes
🌊 Check the tide before you go, as parts of the walk are best explored at low tide.

Find the walk on Walking Maps 👇
https://walkingmaps.com.au/walk/5802

Sometimes the best walks are the ones you find along the way.

10/09/2026

Walking is for every age and every stage of life.

This Seniors Week, we’re celebrating the simple pleasure of getting out for a walk – whether that’s a gentle stroll through a garden, a roll along a riverside path, or somewhere new to explore with family and friends.

Victoria Walks’ collection of accessible walks has been developed to make it easier to choose a walk that works for you.

Our accessible Walking Maps include practical information about things that can make a real difference when planning an outing – including path surfaces and gradients, seating, toilets, parking and other accessibility features.

Because getting older shouldn’t mean giving up the pleasure of exploring our communities on foot or on wheels.

So this Seniors Week, find a walk that suits you, invite someone along and enjoy being out and about.

🥾 Explore our accessible walks on Walking Maps:
https://walkingmaps.com.au

And if you know a great accessible place to walk in Victoria, tell us about it in the comments.

09/09/2026

https://events.humanitix.com/step10-boroondara-participants

Come along and join a community of women, who would like to build up their confidence and fitness with regular, hosted walks along Boroondara's local trails.

09/09/2026

🌱 Spring has arrived – and it’s a lovely time to rediscover your local walks.

If you’re in Melbourne’s east, Ruffey Lake Park in Templestowe is one of those suburban gems that can make you feel surprisingly far from the city.

This easy 2.8 km loop follows Ruffey Creek through bushland and open parkland before reaching the lake. Keep an eye (and an ear) out for the many birds that make the park home along the way.

With playgrounds, picnic spots, plenty of places to sit and shorter route options, it’s also an easy one to make into a family spring outing.

So, as the days get a little longer and the landscape starts changing, why not make some time to get outside and explore on foot?

🥾 Ruffey Creek Walk, Templestowe
📍 2.8 km | Easy | Around 1 hour

Find the walk on Walking Maps 👇
https://walkingmaps.com.au/walk/5825

What’s starting to appear on your favourite local walk this spring?

03/09/2026

Love Walking? Help other women get started. Victoria Walks is looking for female volunteer Walk Leaders to support women who are new to regular physical activity through our Step10 Challenge this Spring.
You don’t need to be a fitness instructor or an experienced Walk Leader. We’re looking for friendly, reliable women who enjoy walking, meeting people and helping others feel welcome and confident.

Walk leaders are currently needed in the following council areas:
- Boroondara
- Whittlesea
- Manningham
- Bass Coast
- Golden Plains

If you live, work or study in or near one of these areas, we’d love to hear from you.

Interested? Leave us your details here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=infevtinSUmciQeKbVMvV0gjHtSKUmJAnGMTbbnWDs9UQjdCQUxHTk8wWVJTSlpDMDZLWlpQOE9HVCQlQCN0PWcu

Sarah or Meg from Victoria Walks will give you a call to tell you more and answer any questions.
Please share this with someone you think would make a wonderful Walk Leader.

14/08/2026

We'd love to see where you've been walking this winter! Share a photo from your walk in the comments and tell us:
📍Where are you?
❄️ What's making winter walking special today?

We'll feature some of our favourites.