Veterans Instameet #53 - Lithgow Astro and Hike

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Yes, it will be the middle of winter, yes we plan to camp out over night in Lithgow and yes, we are going for a hike the following day! If this sounds like fun, pack your swag, hiking boots, camera gear and thermals and come and join the Veterans Instameet on Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th June 2026 for Veterans Instameet #53.

We will be camping overnight near the Lithgow, so we can get some astro photos in and around the Lithgow blast furnace. The following morning after brekkie and a coffee we'll head out and hike the Lost City walking track, a 6km return hike with some great photography opportunities along the way.

More details will come out to those whom have registered closer to the event. 

Register via the link below and let me know if you have any questions?

Mathew Bell - 0409 241 419





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Who is The Veterans Instameet
The Veterans Instameet is a veteran-led photography community founded in 2014 by Mathew Bell (MRyan Photography). Created following his discharge from military service after serving in East Timor and Afghanistan, the group was built on a shared passion for photography and a desire to reconnect with others who understood the transition from military life.

After leaving service, many veterans experience a sense of disconnection from the defence community. At the time, there were few creative or photography-based outlets specifically for veterans. Veterans Instameet was created to fill that gap, bringing like-minded veterans together through photography, encouraging creativity, building friendships and maintaining strong connections beyond discharge.

What began as a small group of veterans quickly grew into a supportive community, expanding to include families of defence members and later welcoming those from emergency services backgrounds. Today after 52 events between Sydney, the Gold Coast, Canberra and Melbourne, Veterans Instameet continues to provide a relaxed, inclusive environment where members can share experiences, develop photography skills and strengthen the bonds formed through service.


Please Note:
As most of the events are outdoors, there is always a physical element. Most events require a walk from the carpark to the area of interest or a more strenuous trek. The majority of events are mobile, meaning we're constantly on the move while shooting. The important aspect to us is the psychological well being that comes from a day. The aim is for everyone to have fun and make connections to other people with shared backgrounds. Photography is in the background most of the time, we have the aim for everyone to chat, laugh and shoot photos. 
Each event carries risk and by registering and attending the event, each participant agrees to take responsibility for their own safety. Safety is everyone's responsibility and if in doubt, or if anyone feels unsafe it is the individual’s responsibility to sit out the event or highlight it to the other members.  Each participant assumes all risk associated with any activity whilst with the Veterans Instameet. Each participant assumes full responsibility for themselves, their choices, their actions and their equipment. 


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