The Laird

16/06/2026

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16/06/2026

Join us tonight for the friendliest pool comp in town.

Doors open from 6pm.
Pool Comp starts at 8pm.

Laird Life Drawing is sold out.

15/06/2026

Tuesday nights Laird Life Drawing is sold out, but tickets are already on sale for next month.

Laird Life Drawing, a monthly sip and draw held every third Tuesday at The Laird.

This creative gathering brings q***r, male-identified artists and models together in a shared space of expression, connection, and curiosity.

Each session explores classical n**e modelling as well as themed sessions inspired by rope, rubber, leather, sport, and other kink aesthetics.

Strictly limited to 20 persons only!

BYO drawing pads and materials.
Electronic pads are accepted.
Basic materials available with a gold coin donation.
🎟️ : https://events.humanitix.com/laird-life-drawing

*MEN + MALE IDENTIFIED (VCAT H14/2022).

14/06/2026

We don’t have a sausage to spare!

14/06/2026

We would like to announce the winners of ths 2026 Men on Men Exhibition and Competition.:

Grand Prize - Terry-Griffin-Reclining
People's Choice Prize - David-Jabbour--The-Worst-of-Me
Steve Scalone Photography Prize - Fred Le Marche - Body Language: Part !!

All images have been altered for social media, but we look forward to you coming in and seeing them in all their breautiful glory when the pub is open right now or on Tuesday from 6pm.

A huge shout out to all our sponsors and the team and volounteers and to every artist who entered work - this years were a tough call for the judges and many of them commented on how many previous artists have stepped up their game.

There are stills works available for sale (some of them have even won this year), so come and see if you can bags some gorgeous artwork.

14/06/2026

Come grab a 🌭 from Laird Leatherman 2026 - Sir Z today at Sunday Social

14/06/2026

We are opening the front bar this afternoon for you to come and see the artwork as part of this years Men on Men Exhibition and Competition (winners announced shortly).

Come check out Art and enjoy Sunday Social with us from 4pm.

13/06/2026

Laird Life Drawing, a monthly sip and draw held every third Tuesday at The Laird.

This creative gathering brings q***r, male-identified artists and models together in a shared space of expression, connection, and curiosity.

Each session explores classical n**e modelling as well as themed sessions inspired by rope, rubber, leather, sport, and other kink aesthetics.

Strictly limited to 20 persons only!

BYO drawing pads and materials.
Electronic pads are accepted.
Basic materials available with a gold coin donation.

Tuesday 16th July
🎟️ : https://events.humanitix.com/laird-life-drawing

*MEN + MALE IDENTIFIED (VCAT H14/2022)

12/06/2026

At the request of the late Bill Saunders, no funeral was held following his passing in April. However, an informal memorial event will be held to remember, reflect, laugh and cry about the many adventures in his "over-the-top" life.

An event to Remember and Celebrate the Life of William (Bill) Saunders
A Man of Melbourne's Inner North

Sunday 28 June 2026 - 1pm to 4pm
The Laird

Entry via registration only.
More details at https://tickets.iwannaticket.com.au/event/an-event-to-remember-and-celebrate-the-life-of-w-eaez1s

During the event speeches will be minimised and general discussion, laughter and nostalgic reflection encouraged.

12/06/2026

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11/06/2026

Join us tonight for Spit n Polish, our weekly cruise and fe**sh night.

Gearing up isn't required but a respectful attitude is.
Bootblacks will be ready to shine and Jay is ready to get some barbering on!

Doors are open.
SnP starts whenever you show up.
See you tonight.

11/06/2026

No leather, no worries

Funny thing about being a leatherman, people often apologise to me before they've even finished introducing themselves.

"I'm curious about leather, but I don't own any gear."
"I only have a wristband."
"I'm not sure if I'm leather enough."

And every time, I find myself giving the same answer. No leather, no worries.

Because leather isn't measured in kilograms of cowhide. It's a state of mind. The gear helps, of course. We love the jackets, the boots, the vests, the uniforms. They carry history. They help us express ourselves. They connect us to traditions that came before us. But leather has never lived solely in the gear. I've met men dressed head-to-toe in expensive leather who carried none of the values I associate with leather. I've also met men wearing nothing more than a simple wristband who were unmistakably leathermen.

You could see it in how they carried themselves. How they treated others. How they showed respect to the people around them and how they looked after the community that welcomed them. Because leather is more than appearance. It's conduct.

If you're new to the scene and wondering what to wear, don't overthink it.

A black t-shirt with plain jeans and a pair of sturdy boots. That's already enough.

You're not attending a costume party. You're entering a community. The goal isn't to impress people, it’s to be present.

As for behaviour, the rules are surprisingly simple. Observe before performing. Listen before speaking. Respect boundaries. Ask questions.

Most leathermen are far more approachable than they look. Many of us remember exactly what it felt like to walk into a leather bar for the first time…we've been there too.

Watch how people interact, notice how consent is communicated, and soon you'll stop worrying about what you're wearing. You'll start noticing that the people who leave the strongest impression are rarely the ones with the most gear. They're the ones who make space for newcomers, the ones who offer guidance without condescension and the ones who understand that leather is as much about community as it is about identity.

Because at its heart, leather isn't a dress code. It's a way of showing up.

And if all you own is a wristband, but you are willing to carry those values with you, most leathermen will recognise you long before they notice what you're wearing.

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The views shared here are my own, you might see things differently, and that’s perfectly okay. I’d love to hear your thoughts. Feel free to DM me or come find me at The Laird on Thursdays.

11/06/2026

Laird Life Drawing, a monthly sip and draw held every third Tuesday.

This creative gathering brings q***r, male-identified artists and models together in a shared space of expression, connection, and curiosity.

Each session explores classical n**e modelling as well as themed sessions inspired by rope, rubber, leather, sport, and other kink aesthetics.

Strictly limited to 20 persons only!

BYO drawing pads and materials.
Electronic pads are accepted.
Basic materials available with a gold coin donation.

Tuesday 16th July
🎟️ : https://events.humanitix.com/laird-life-drawing

*MEN + MALE IDENTIFIED (VCAT H14/2022

10/06/2026

Join us tonight for our regular scheduled Thursday night shennanigans - Spit and Polish.

Gear up (or not) and get cruising at our weekly leather and festish night.
Wearing your kink gear isn't a requirement, but a respectful attitude is.

Doors open 6pm and Spit and Polish kicks off when ever you get here.

10/06/2026

Check out these 📸 from Trivial Hirsute's 13th Birthday thanks to E-F-P Photography.

10/06/2026

10/06/2026

A Hoy Bears!! 🐻 🏴‍☠️ SH26 “Below Deck” UnderBear is only a couple of hours away!

While you are all at pre-drinks LOL, we just want to do a couple reminders
-Underwear Only – This is an underwear party—no shorts, no pants, no Wrestling suits, crop tops, bodysuits, and shirts.

- Harnesses & Leather Vests Welcome

- No Open-Toed Shoes

- Binders Welcome – For those who need them.

- Pup Hoods – Must be removed upon entry and when ordering drinks to ensure smooth communication with the crew

VicBears just want to remind everyone that you’re here to have fun but please be respectful of others and consent is a MUST!!
Please give this a read before you arrive tonight!!

See you bears later 🐻🥵😈

10/06/2026

What would you rather taste...?

10/06/2026

Last nights caption contest results for the Southern Hibearnation Pirate Trivia:

- What Melissa McCarthy should have looked like in the little mermaid
- I know what kind of deck it is but what you’ve done is disgusting
- You can't handle this truth
- Sissy that plank walk
- Im f***n over cerulin
- Has the sea w**d or is this a turd?
- To Sea or Not to Sea. Whether it is nobler in the mind to bear the fists and di**os.
- How dare you raid my Ship whilst I'm busy eating bussy
- It wont cost much, just your hole
- F*ck, why do g**s have no sense of direction, stupid 🚬s?
- You can meet Misty Boxx this Thursday at Meet The Contestants
- My names holli and this is walking history
- I said silicon based l**e!

10/06/2026

Snaps by Dean Arcuri - DEANation from friski disko - Chalet des Hommes

10/06/2026

Hi Bears,

A quick serious note before we party on this week.

Scam ticket posts and dodgy “I can’t go anymore” comments tend to pop up around events. We have sold out most events this week, and these scam comments hit the FOMO hard.

Please don’t get caught out.

Only buy tickets through official VICBEARS links, or from someone you personally know and trust.

Vicbears do not resell tickets through third-party platforms, and we do not have secret spare tickets floating around.

We do our best to remove spam and scam posts as quickly as we can, but this is our busiest week of the year and we can’t monitor every comment or DM 24/7.

If something feels off, it probably is. Message us before handing over money.

Look after yourselves, look after each other, and don’t let some random “ticket seller” ruin your weekend.

Bill - Treasurer

10/06/2026

Hi all,

Please note that the 🎟️ allocation for tonight's UnderBear dance party is exhausted. We suggest checking out https://tixel.com/au/ if you are on the hunt.

Also this is not 'our' event, it is run by VicBears.
So please stop messaging the venue and staff or phoning the venue trying to twist our arm, it isn't our event, it's not our call.

Thanks

09/06/2026

Last night's Southern Hibearnation was a HOOT!
Here are the scores.