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Arrivials Sydney - Sydney Newcomer Night Meet& Connect
Wed, Nov 25, 7:00 AMMeet, connect, and start your Sydney story - Arrival s Sydney #3 at Slip Inn Arrivals Sydney #3 – Meet & Connect **WE ARE BACK.** A calm newcomer night to meet people, hear one real story, and start your Sydney chapter. ⭐ **What Is Arrivals Sydney?** A small monthly newcomer night created to make Sydney feel less overwhelming and more welcoming. Each session includes one short real-life story to spark conversation. No lectures. No pressure. Just real people sharing experiences and helping each other feel more at home in Sydney. ⭐ **About Me** I came to Australia on a Working Holiday Visa from Germany, worked multiple jobs, and eventually became an Australian citizen. I started Arrivals Sydney because I remember exactly how confusing those first months felt, and I wanted to create the kind of space I wish I had back then. ⭐ **Agenda** **6:00 PM** → Arrive, grab a drink, say hi **6:30 PM** → Guest story **6:45 PM onwards** → Open social time: ask questions, meet people, connect ⭐ **This Month's Guest** We have another insightful guest joining us to share a short real-life story about their Sydney journey, lessons learned, challenges faced, and what helped them build a life here. As always, the goal isn't a lecture or presentation. Just a genuine story that sparks conversation and helps newcomers connect. A simple 10–15 minute story to open the night. Guest details will be announced soon. ⭐ **Arrival Bucket + Small Raffle** Write your name, drop it in, and you're in. One attendee will receive a small Arrival Sydney gift as a newcomer gesture. Last time our winner walked away with a **$50 Amazon voucher.** ⭐ **Testimonials From Previous Events** *"I love the idea."* *"I got everything I needed tonight."* *"Such a great idea for Sydney."* *"Thank you for hosting, Sascha. I had a great time."* *"Can we Venmo you?"* *"How can we support what you're building?"* Small beginnings. Real words. No networking pressure. No awkward icebreakers. Just good people and honest conversations. ⭐ **Who This Is For** • Working Holiday Visa holders • International students • Newcomers • Job seekers • Job changers • People adjusting to a new part of Sydney • Anyone who feels "new" or overwhelmed by Sydney ⭐ **Location** **Slip Inn** 111 Sussex Street, Sydney CBD Look for the Arrival Sydney sign or the host wearing the Arrival Sydney shirt. ⭐ **After-Party (Optional)** We'll head to **Jam Record Bar** afterwards for anyone who wants to continue the night. No pressure. Completely optional. ⭐ **Frequently Asked Questions** **Can I come alone?** Absolutely. Many people come alone. If you're feeling nervous, send me a message on Instagram before the event and I'll happily introduce you to a few people when you arrive. **Do I need to speak perfect English?** Not at all. You don't need perfect English. We have people from all over the world and everyone starts somewhere. Come as you are and we'll make it work. **But GTA VI is out...** I know. Tough competition. If you need a small break from gaming and want to meet some real people for a couple of hours, we'd love to have you. Last time we were competing against a major event in Sydney and people still showed up. **What if it rains?** No worries. Slip Inn has indoor and outdoor areas, and we'll meet indoors. The event will go ahead rain or shine. **How can I support Arrivals Sydney?** The event is free to attend. If you'd like to support Arrivals Sydney, you can grab an optional support ticket, tell a friend about the event, share it on social media, or simply come along and help make newcomers feel welcome. Honestly, the biggest support is showing up. ⭐ **Tickets** **Free** – Limited spots available. **Optional $5 Support Ticket** – Helps us grow Arrivals Sydney and keep creating newcomer-friendly events. Follow **@arrivalssydney** on Instagram for updates.

Coffee at Art Gallery of NSW
Sat, Nov 21, 11:30 PM**Event Summary:** We're holding our monthly social event at the NSW Art Gallery. Interested to meet new people ? Or refresh existing friendships with members of our human hearted community ? Or just curious about what it means to be [Human Hearted?](https://linktr.ee/humanheartedsydney) Or perhaps you just want a cup of coffee with new people in a relaxing atmosphere. Then come along to meet us at the NSW Art Gallery. We'll meet at the steps out front (of the original gallery) at 10:30 am. (Unless its raining in which case we'll move up a bit to get some shelter). Then we'll head down to the cafe for coffee and conversation. After that some of us will stroll the gallery. You're welcome to join us or take your own path through the gallery. **Venue:** The venue is The Art Gallery of NSW in Art gallery road, The Domain. We'll be meeting at the Naala Nura Building (the older building) with the columns and steps at the main entrance. We'll meet at the steps. **Connecting to our values:** This event is part of living out Human Hearted Sydney's values of positive social connection and building community in Sydney. So lets meet and connect with those we already know, and those we haven't met before. All are welcome to socialise, meet new people, and build friendships.

Extreme Positivity 2.0 - Overflowing Generosity
Sat, Nov 14, 5:00 AMWe live in a world where bad news travels fast, fear grabs our attention, and negativity has had decades to occupy our mental real estate. What if, for once, we turned the tables? What if we flooded our surroundings with so much goodness that it became impossible not to know it, feel it, and be it? Welcome to "Extreme Positivity 2.0 - Overflowing Generosity" where we take our best finds and see what happens when we broadcast it on everyone around us. This isn't about pretending life is perfect or forcing ourselves to be happy. It's about deliberately creating hope for hope's sake, then seeing what happens when this new energy gives people permission to flourish, heal, and become positivity beacons themselves. Expect more expressions of goodness than you've ever experienced packed into 3 hours. Some of you will immediately know you need this right now as you read this invitation. Others might not realise how much they've needed it until afterwards because sometimes, the busyness of life gets in the way of noticing, appreciating and sharing good news. Because positivity isn't just something we can cultivate within ourselves. It's something we can give and multiply... **Who is this for?** * anyone surrounded by toxic environments or negative people * those who need to communicate optimism and convince others to embrace positivity, whether professionally or as a business owner * people who would benefit from connecting with a diverse network of humans working to make the world a better place in different fields **What will happen?** * exercises to discover what brings people to life and learn what makes each other tick * team challenges that turn feelings of joy, awe and ecstasy into expressions of goodness for others to experience * simulations to explore and practice the power of words, thus honing in awareness of how the way we communicate matters a lot **What will you get out of it?** * leave very, very, very positive about yourself and others * learn techniques and tools to make positivity feel more natural and become your new default * gain a greater appreciation of your own influence in the world 🎟️ This is a ticketed event. Register to attend using this link: [https://www.trybooking.com/au/event/1663936](https://www.trybooking.com/au/event/1663936) Ticket includes drinks, snacks and a vegetarian meal. \*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^ ***Utopia Rising*** delivers unconventional social experiences for self-improvement seekers looking to broaden their network or simply be inspired by life again. It’s a party reimagined - alcohol-free, featuring healthy plant-based food. [www.utopiarising.com.au](https://www.utopiarising.com.au) \*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^
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[NEW] Every 2 Weeks on Thursday | Sydney Chinese/English Meetup 悉尼中英文语言交流
Thu, Nov 19, 7:30 AM## 【NEW】Thursday Chinese/English Meetup 【全新】周四语言交流聚会 Every Thursday evening, a group of Chinese speakers and learners gather in the heart of Sydney for language exchange and social connection. 每周四晚上,一群中文使用者与学习者都会在悉尼市中心相聚,一起进行语言交流和社交互动。 Originally created as a space for English and Mandarin conversation, our Meetup has now grown into a friendly bilingual community. Each session welcomes around 20–30 people — mostly native Chinese speakers, plus a smaller group of English speakers learning Chinese. 这个Meetup最初是为中英文口语练习而创立,如今已成长为一个温暖的双语社交圈。每次活动大约有20到30人参加,大部分是中文母语者,也有正在学习中文的英语母语者。 After more than two years at the same venue and time, we’re entering a new stage! Starting from **November 6, 2025**, our Thursday Meetup will have some exciting updates: 在同一场地和时间连续举办两年多后,随着志愿者Host的变动,我们的周四语言Meetup将从**2025年11月6日**起迎来新的阶段: 1️⃣ From weekly to **bi-weekly** (once every two weeks) 活动将从每周一次改为每两周一次 2️⃣ Each session will have **a different volunteer host** 每次活动由不同的志愿者主持 3️⃣ Venue will **change each time**, but always near the CBD, and RSVP on Meetup will be required 每次活动地点都会不同,但都在City交通便利的小酒馆内,并需在Meetup上提前RSVP Our volunteer team includes: a native English speaker who’s been learning Chinese for 10 years, a 70s-born migrant who has lived in Australia for 4 years, an international student, and several new Chinese migrants working in Sydney. 我们的志愿者团队包括:学习中文十年的英语母语者、移民澳洲四年的70后中文使用者、在读国际学生,以及在悉尼工作的新移民。 If you’d like to help us, we’re always looking for **new volunteers!** 如果你也想参与,我们非常欢迎新的志愿者加入!请联系Hong或当天的Host。 ✨ **What You’ll Find / 你会收获:** \- Real English & Mandarin practice 自由的中英文练习 \- Friends from China\, Asia\, Europe & Australia 来自中国、亚洲、欧洲和澳洲的朋友 \- A relaxed space to talk\, connect\, and belong 一个轻松自在的交流氛围 \- Language is just the start—many members find activity buddies\, close friends\, even travel partners\.语言只是开始——很多人还收获了活动搭子、好朋友,甚至旅行伙伴。 \- Join us for language\, culture\, and connection\! 加入我们,一起交流语言、分享文化、认识新朋友! *** ### 📋 Important Notes / 重要提醒 **\- Please purchase at least one drink to support our venue\.** **请至少购买一杯饮料以支持场地提供方。** \- We encourage everyone to talk with different people during the event\. 鼓励大家在活动中与不同的人交流。 \- This is a social group\, not for dating — please maintain respectful behavior\. 这是一个社交活动而非约会场合,请保持礼貌与尊重。 \- Please do not engage in pyramid schemes\, direct selling\, or any kind of forced transactions — violators will be asked to leave\. 请勿在聚会中从事任何传销、直销或强迫他人交易的行为,否则将被请出并移除本群。 \- This event is not a dating event\. Please respect others’ boundaries and privacy\, and maintain friendly behavior\. 本活动不是约会联谊,请尊重他人边界和隐私,保持友善举止。 *** ### 📧 How to Contact Us Meetup.com 联系:Hong 📩 Email: **MEmeetupgroup@gmail.com** 📱 Xiaohongshu / 小红书:别忘了关注我的**小红书号:搜索 679825139 或者 “悉尼小洪”**,我们有各种华人活动策划安排。 Don’t forget to follow me on Xiaohongshu: search 679825139 or “悉尼小洪”, we organize various events for the Chinese community.

Art, Rebellion & Subculture
Wed, Nov 11, 7:00 AM**Step inside a living piece of art and into an iconic part of Sydney's alternative subculture!** Tonight we explore the relationship between art, rebellion and counterculture. Underground movements have long challenged accepted ideas of art, taste, morality and social convention. They've created new forms of expression, new communities and challenged conventional ways of living. The iconic Hibernian House provides the perfect setting to explore this theme. *To cover the cost of the event we will be asking for a small $ contribution on the night. Food and drink inclusive.* **\*Please only RSVP if you are definitely attending**
English Conversation Practise
Wed, Nov 18, 12:30 AMThis friendly group helps international students practice English in real-world settings while exploring fun places around New South Wales. You will meet new friends, improve your speaking skills, and enjoy local sights together. **Activity:** Casual English conversation walk and chat. **Who Can Join:** English language students of all levels. **Goal:** Practice speaking English in a relaxed environment. **What to Expect:** Friendly guides to help start conversations. Fun group games and chats. A chance to see nice local spots in Sydney.
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