Community Support Sydney

Arrivials Sydney - Sydney Newcomer Night Meet& Connect

Meet, 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.

Under-39s & Carers/Families: cafe and walk in Waverton.

Digital Mentor Youth Network - Volunteer Community

Register here https://qualtricsxmkgg2n2lzt.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_885AiIJ7jt3qXMq Free coffee! We are excited to invite you to participate in the **FREE** **Online Workshop**. This is a great opportunity to develop your digital communication and mentoring skills while making a meaningful impact on the lives of seniors in our community. This Young Digital Mentor Program is proudly supported by the **Australian Government’s Be Connected initiative and includes a Digital Mentor Certificate**! After completing the training, you will have the opportunity to volunteer as a digital mentor and assist senior community members at Parramatta Library. You will also gain valuable volunteer experience and strengthen your CV.

Coffee at Art Gallery of NSW

**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.

The Corporate Toastmasters Club

Call out to all early risers! Sick of getting caught up at work and missing Toastmasters lunch or afternoon meetings? Start the day the right way, with our meeting then head off to work afterwards. You're invited to visit our small but active Toastmasters Club located at Tiny's Sandwich Bar, 1/55 Clarence Street, Sydney. Learn communication, public speaking and leadership skills in a safe, supportive environment. We meet the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month Time: 7:35am for 7:45am start Duration: 1 hour – finished by 8:50am Contact us on corporatetoastmasters@gmail.com or register here as a guest: [https://corporatetoastmasters.toastmastersclubs.org/](https://corporatetoastmasters.toastmastersclubs.org/)

End of Year Lunch

NeuroSparks Sydney Pilot: Free Neurodivergent Social | Ashfield

**👋 NeuroSparks Sydney Pilot Social Meetup** Come along for a relaxed afternoon of games, conversation and hanging out with other neurodivergent adults. New faces are very welcome! ​ **📅 WHEN** Saturday 28 November 2026, 1:00 to 4:00 pm. Come and go anytime. ​ **📍 WHERE** Activity Room 3 (Peter Cross Room), Ashfield Civic Centre / Town Hall, 260 Liverpool Road, Ashfield. ​ **♿ ACCESS** Council lists ramp and wheelchair access, an accessible toilet, and accessible parking at the shopping centre. The closest train station is Ashfield. Please contact the organisers beforehand about specific access needs. ​ **CASUAL, WITH A LITTLE STRUCTURE** We'll have four loosely organised zones to give you a few ways to connect: ​ * **🧱 Build Zone:** build, tinker or make something while hanging out. * **🎲 Games Zone:** card games and board games. Join a game or watch for a while. * **💬 Chat & Special Interest Zone:** have a casual chat or share something you're passionate about. Listening is welcome too! * **😌 Quiet Zone:** a calmer corner to take a breather or enjoy quiet company, with fidgets if available. You're welcome to bring your own. This is a shared room, so we can't promise complete silence. ​ These are options, not a schedule. There's no pressure to perform, introduce yourself to everyone or join any particular activity. ​ Feel free to move between zones throughout the afternoon, meet different people and try different things. Staying with one activity or simply hanging out is completely fine too. ​ **👋 COMING ALONE?** That's absolutely fine! Many people come on their own, so you'll be in good company. Our organisers are welcoming and happy to help you find an activity or join a conversation. You don't need to know anyone beforehand or have a clever opening line ready. ​ **🍎 GAMES, FOOD & DRINKS** Feel free to bring board games or card games, as well as your own food and non-alcoholic drinks. Please clean up after yourself so we can continue using the venue. ​ **🌿 NEED A BREAK?** You can step away whenever you need to. The activity rooms are separated by partitions and nearby activities may be audible. A separate quiet room is not provided. ​ **⚠️ CONCERNS** If another attendee's behaviour makes you uncomfortable, or you notice a hazard, incident or injury, please tell an organiser promptly so we can respond. ​ **📸 PHOTOS & VIDEO** We may occasionally take photos or short videos to share NeuroSparks activities with our community and supporters. You're welcome to opt out: tell an organiser and we won't intentionally photograph or film you. ​ **📋 RSVPS** This event is free and for adults aged 18+. No formal diagnosis is required. RSVPs are capped at 30, with space reserved within the room's total capacity for organisers and helpers. If you RSVP and can no longer attend, please cancel so someone else can take your place. Please include any accompanying support person in your booking count. If Meetup prompts you to pay when joining the waitlist, ignore it. This event is free. ​ If you previously responded to the Sydney expression of interest, please check the confirmed date and venue and update your RSVP if you cannot attend. ​ **🛡️ SAFETY & RESPONSIBILITY** This is an adult community meetup, not a clinical or crisis service. Organisers don't provide individual supervision, personal care or medical support. Please arrange your own support person if needed and contact us beforehand about access. ​ Respect consent, privacy and personal boundaries. Follow venue rules and safety directions, use materials safely and look after your belongings. Harassment or unsafe behaviour may result in being asked to leave. ​ Report injuries, hazards or concerns promptly. In an emergency, call 000 and alert an organiser or venue staff. These expectations do not exclude rights or responsibilities under Australian law. ​ Questions or access needs? neurosparkscomm@gmail.com

Picnic at Lambton Park

Meet & Chat with Nice People at FREE Volunteer run Restaurant North Sydney

IMHO Our regular FREE DINNER meetups, attended by 200+ nice people are the best & **friendliest** in the world... See our photos, comments etc. Before coming please ring us ASAP for more info 0419500023 You'll meet some of Sydney's nicest, brightest & most **MULTICULTURAL PEOPLE** at this beautiful OUTDOOR secret location including people from several other meetup groups... **SEE OUR PHOTOS** DEEP & MEANINGFUL discussion topics will include SECRETS OF HAVING A NICE, AFFORDABLE & SUCCESSFUL LIFE IN SYDNEY eg **COST OF LIVING SECRETS & REAL & PRACTICAL SOLUTIONS** from locals etc etc AND have a great **FREE DINNER** with them... **See photos** of our previous meetups You'll improve your knowledge of **AUSTRALIAN LANGUAGE & CULTURE** at this nice, friendly & FREE EVENT **IMPORTANT: RING me for full up to minute info NOW 0419500023...** **Otherwise we may not be able to help you as places are very limited etc** **Google map is not accurate...**

😄Adrians FREE House Party-Music FireWorks and Dancing @ Kirribilli😄 🍷🍽 👯 🎷

I'm fortunate enough to live at Kirribilli with wonderful views of the harbour, bridge and opera house. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w40X3-zTLPM I plan to begin the evening with drinks at 8.00 pm followed by Music and Dancing. Feel free to bring food and drinks along with you and music DVDs. \*\*\* Only join the activity if you are Certain That You Can Make It.\*\*\* \*\*\* Don't be upset if not selected there's always next month :) \*\*\* Adrian This is a FREE activity.

Lunch and drinks @Harbord diggers

Walk ’n’ Talk

***Walk ’n’ Talk*** is the practice of mindful walking with peers – so this is not about silent reflection, but rather about taking a walk and clearing the chatter in our heads! Joyful walking has many benefits. Not only are there physical benefits of walking in itself but the mindful discussion which has been known to help reduce blood pressure, lower heart rate, create feelings of well-being, improve your mood, and help to manage stress… All of this will provide you with better sleep, which in turn gives you all the benefits of good sleep such as immune strength, weight management benefits, improved moods, and increased productivity science tells us so much more! Walk ‘n’ Talk meets at the square on the corner of Yurong and Stanley Street Darlinghurst at 7:15 pm and starts to walk to Mrs. Macquarie’s Chair no later than 7:30 pm. We complete a full circle as such and the investment of time averages around 45 minutes. Please wear comfortable clothes, and running shoes and stretch before you arrive at the start point. **IMPORTANT NOTICE ON WELLBEING:** * All participants are reminded that they are participating under no duress, hence the hosts will action an all care no responsibility approach. * If you are feeling unwell, we ask that you do not attend. * You are the manager of your body and the extent to which you push yourself, although this is a gentle exercise approach only extend yourself as far as you feel comfortable doing so. * Although this group is moderated it is not counselled. * Please do not use this forum to seek clinical support, but rather as a safe space for peer support. **IMPORTANT NOTICE ON WEATHER:** In times of bad weather such as heavy rain, dangerous winds, or rolling storms – the group will not walk for safety reasons.