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Escape to the Wild: MGA Penguin Parade Trip 🐧

Escape the study grind and join the MGA for an ultimate day trip to the wild side! - SOLD OUT but there is a waitlist, see below.

  • Off Campus
  • Paid Event
  • Social
MGA Penguin Parade Trip
DATE:

Friday 22 August 2025

TIME:

1pm - 10:30pm

VENUE:

Phillip Island, Victoria

SOLD OUT - see below for waitlist

All sold out ☹️. But... there is a waitlist!

As you can imagine, this event is very popular! We are sorry if you were not able to buy a ticket. You can join the waitlist for tickets using this form here, or use the button below. If tickets become available, we will contact you in order in which you joined the waitlist.

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Tickets will go on sale Wednesday, 6 August 9:00am.

Take a well-earned break and explore the best of Phillip Island with fellow graduate students. We’re heading off for a jam-packed adventure featuring:

🐨 A visit to the Koala Conservation Reserve – see Australia’s iconic tree-huggers
🌿 Time to unwind and explore the stunning natural surroundings of the Peninsula
🐧 A magical evening at the world-famous Penguin Parade, where the little penguins waddle ashore at sunset

Whether you're new to Monash or just need a nature reset, this is your chance to relax, connect, and make some furry (and feathered) memories. Your $40 student ticket includes:
🚌 Bus ride to and from Phillip Island (from Caulfield and Clayton campuses)
🎟️ Entry tickets to both the Koala Conservation Reserve ($17) and the Phillip Island Penguin Parade ($33)
🍽️ Dinner with refreshments and snacks throughout the afternoon ($30)

- that's $77 worth of value, not even counting transportation costs!

Don't forget to bring your cameras 📸 – this trip is definitely Insta-worthy!
And wear warm clothes! ❄️


Spots are limited – don’t miss out on this flippin’ great grad adventure!
📆 Date: Friday, 22 August 2025
⏰ Time: 1:00pm to 10:30pm
📍 Pick up and drop off location: Caulfield OR Clayton campuses

Pre-departure information will also be sent closer to the date of the event, so please check your email.

 

Tickets will go on sale Wednesday, 6 August 9:00am. Please refer to our General Terms and Conditions for Ticket Sales on our Governing Documents page.

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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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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