Welcome to Adelaide

Welcome to Adelaide, South Australia, Australia

1. Second Friday Series

On the Second Friday of every month (check this page for dates), you or anyone you know can join us at our Welcome to Adelaide event from 6:00pm - 8:00pm.

2010 Dates

22 January 2010 (third Friday as some people still on holidays)
12 February 2010
12 March 2010
9 April 2010
14 May 2010
11 June 2010
9 July 2010
13 August 2010
10 September 2010
8 October 2010
12 November 2010
10 December 2010

2. Regular Host

Patrick Comerford
Adelaide Representative of Newcomers Network
CEO of Catapult People
adelaide@newcomersnetwork.com
Mobile/Cell Phone 0410 686 465 or +61 410 686 465

3. Venue

Atrium Cocktail Lounge
Hyatt Regency Adelaide
North Terrace (opposite Blyth Street and
between the Adelaide Railway Station and the Adelaide Convention Centre)
Adelaide South Australia 5000

There are pictures of the venue and further details online at Hyatt Regency Adelaide.

You can arrive anytime after 6:00pm and ask for 'Newcomers Network' and they will direct you to the table/chairs/area that has been reserved for newcomers. You can order and pay for your own drinks from the bar.

Come and join us for a conversation about something other than the weather and sport! All ages and backgrounds welcome.

Please bring sufficient cash to pay for your own drinks and food (you don't need to buy a round of drinks for other guests). You may choose to purchase food items from the bar menu or invite other guests to join you at an alternative venue for dinner later in the evening. You do not need to order an alcoholic beverage.

Some guests remain until very late - you can stay as long as you like.

It is an entirely self selected group - everyone who attends is looking to meet new people (whether you are a local, have moved to Adelaide recently or moved here some time ago).

4. Transport

See the Adelaide Metro website for public transport details.

On street car parking can sometimes be found but cannot be relied upon - and of course, please do not drink and drive.

5. Cost

There is no cost to attend this event

6. Refreshments

To be purchased by you on the night. You may like to bring some smaller notes and coins so that you can easily pay for your own refreshments.

7. This event is designed for

People who have moved to Adelaide, from the country, interstate or overseas. This includes expatriates, migrants, international students, Australian repatriates, people on work assignment etc.

People visiting Adelaide. You can come on your own or with other people. You can be any age, children can come with you. You can stay for five minutes or five hours! Most guests usually arrive by 7:30pm.

In the past, this event has attracted both men and women, some single, some in relationships, some who have come on their own, some who have come with other people. Some people come on a regular basis and others only come once.

These people have moved to Adelaide from countries all over the world, and have spoken many different languages and had many different faiths. Some are Australians who have returned to Australia after time overseas and others have lived in Australia a long time but still felt the need to connect with other newcomers (and share their wisdom and advice).

Whatever your story, you will be welcome at our events.

8. Event Description

This informal social event has been designed to help you meet other people who have moved to Adelaide.

You may like to bring your own business or personal card to share with other people you meet or a small notepad and pen if you are given information from others that you would like to keep.

We usually attract between 10 and 30 people each month. We encourage everyone to move around during the evening so it is easy to meet other people. Everyone is most welcome and you can continue to attend other Welcome to Adelaide events as frequently or as infrequently as you like.

These events are also held in other locations and have been held in Adelaide every month since 20 July 2007.

9. On arrival

You can introduce yourself to one another.

10. Assistance received from

These events are sometimes hosted by other representatives of Newcomers Network - please visit this page of the website for the latest information.

You can contact us directly via adelaide@newcomersnetwork.com or telephone 0410 220 702.

11. Other events and information

At Newcomers Network Events and also at Newcomers Network Event Listings in Adelaide

You may like to connect virtually with people via the Newcomers Network Adelaide Australia Facebook Group

12. How to tell us you are coming

Email Newcomers Network:
Your First Name:
Your Last Name:
Mobile/Cell Phone:
Countries you have lived in:
Your Email:
Subject:
Message: . details of any extra guests . ask a question . date you can attend	I would like to join the Newcomers Network monthly email newsletter mailing list I would like to join the Newcomers Network Adelaide Event Reminder mailing list I would like a copy of this message sent to my email address

Alternatively, if you prefer, you can send an email directly to adelaide@newcomersnetwork.com.

We look forward to meeting you! Several people attend on their own - so don't be shy - you can talk to anyone at the table or ask your host to introduce you to people.

You are more than welcome to share this information with other people you know.

If you forget to tell us you are coming, just turn up!

Past Dates
These events are also held in other locations and have been held in Adelaide every month since 20 July 2007.
20 July 2007 - Launch, Sue Ellson and Amgad Elmahdi, Sebel Playford Lounge Bar

10 August 2007 - Amgad Elmahdi, Sebel Playford Lounge Bar
14 September 2007 - Amgad Elmahdi, Caffe Amore
12 October 2007 - Amgad Elmahdi, Caffe Amore
9 November 2007 - Amgad Elmahdi, Sagarmatha
14 December 2007 - Amgad Elmahdi, Sagarmatha
11 January 2008 - Amgad Elmahdi, Caffe Amore
8 February 2008 - Amgad Elmahdi, Caffe Amore
14 March 2008 - Amgad Elmahdi, Caffe Amore
11 April 2008 - Amgad Elmahdi, Caffe Amore
9 May 2008 - Amgad Elmahdi, Caffe Amore
13 June 2008 - Amgad Elmahdi, Caffe Amore
11 July 2008 - Amgad Elmahdi, Caffe Amore
8 August 2008 - Amgad Elmahdi, Caffe Amore
12 September 2008 - Amgad Elmahdi, Caffe Amore
10 October 2008 - guest host Babatunde Ajayi 0403 343 540, Caffe Amore
14 November 2008 - ask for Kris Esposito, Owner, Caffe Amore
12 December 2008 - ask for Kris Esposito, Owner, Caffe Amore
9 January 2009 - ask for Kris Esposito, Owner, Caffe Amore
13 February 2009 - new host, Michelle Corbett, Caffe Amore
13 March 2009 - Michelle Corbett, Caffe Amore
17 April 2009 (Third Friday due to Easter) - Michelle Corbett, Caffe Amore
8 May 2009 - Michelle Corbett, Caffe Amore
12 June 2009 - Michelle Corbett - new venue Hyatt Regency Adelaide
10 July 2009 - Michelle Corbett, Hyatt Regency Adelaide
7 August 2009 - Sue Ellson - Founder and Director of Newcomers Network (visiting Adelaide), Hyatt Regency Adelaide
11 September 2009 - Ask at the bar for Newcomers Network or Brad, Hyatt Regency Adelaide
9 October 2009 - starting at 6:30pm and hosted by Ina Schauermann, Hyatt Regency Adelaide
13 November 2009 - postponed until November as no host available
11 December 2009 - hosted by Patrick Comferford at the Hyatt Regency Adelaide

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Links on this Welcome to Adelaide Page

Adelaide Metro
http://www.adelaidemetro.com.au

Event Listings in Adelaide
http://www.newcomersnetwork.com/australia/adelaide/event_listings.php

Hyatt Regency Adelaide
http://adelaide.regency.hyatt.com

Newcomers Network Adelaide Australia Facebook Group
http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#/group.php?gid=8236505681

Newcomers Network Events
http://www.newcomersnetwork.com/events/

Last update: 2nd January 2010