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Living, Working and Networking in Brisbane

Time:
17:30 - 19:00 (5:30pm - 7:00pm) seminar - maximum 10 guests - MUST REGISTER
19:00 - 20:30 (7:00pm - 8:00pm onwards) networking only - maximum of 100 guests - can just arrive without registering

Date:
Next event: Tuesday 17 April 2012 from 5:30pm (hosted by Neil Sneddon 0407 961 280 and Jacquie Sadi-Brydon 0468 918 120)

First launch event: 10 February 2010
Previous Events: 14 July 2011, 11 August 2011, 13 October 2011, 10 November 2011, 14 December 2011, 11 January 2012 (hosted by Neil Sneddon), 8 March 2012 hosted by Neil Sneddon and Jacquie Sadi-Brydon)

FREE EVENT - Reserve your space now (maximum of 10 guests per seminar)!

1. Event details

You may have been living in Brisbane for a week, a month, a year or even a decade.

But have you made the most of your new life in your new location?

Have you found new friends? Have you got the job you want or the job for now? Do you know what networks you can join? How do you find great places to go to and fabulous people to come with you?

Join us at this event where you will learn:

. Six Best Settlement Strategies
. Culture Shock - what is it and how to recognise the symptoms
. Australian culture - understanding the basics
. Job hunting - ways to find the work you want (despite your international background)
. Information sources - the most reliable options
. Finding the networks you need

Living, Working and Networking in Perth

These events have been hosted by Newcomers Network in Melbourne since 26 March 2009 and started in Brisbane on 14 July 2011. These events are held on the second Thursday of every month.

2. Hosts

Neil Sneddon
Brisbane Representative of Newcomers Network
Mobile/Cell Phone 0407 961 280

Jacquie Sadi Brydon
Jacquie Sadi-Brydon
Mobile/Cell Phone 0468 918 120

Email brisbane@newcomersnetwork.com

3. Venue

Pancake Manor
18 Charlotte Street
Brisbane Queensland 4000

5:30pm - 7:30pm (although you are encouraged to stay after the event and mix with the other guests)
Please arrive promptly and ask for 'Newcomers Network' or 'Neil Sneddon' and he will give you a sticky label name tag and invite you to take a seat within a small group. You are invited to purchase a refreshment during the presentation.

4. Transport

See the TransLink Transit Authority website for public transport details.

It can be time consuming driving in the city, so we encourage you to use public transport. Car parking in the city can be expensive and if you are parking on the street, make sure you read the signs and follow the directions. More information on the Our Brisbane transport and parking website - and of course, please do not drink and drive.

5. Cost

There is no cost to attend this event but you must register to attend the first part of the evening as we are restricted to 10 guests.

6. Refreshments

Please have your own refreshments either before the event or perhaps afterwards with some of the other guests (pay for your own).

7. This event is designed for

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

People looking for work in Brisbane with international experience.

People wanting to network with international arrivals. Whatever your story, you will be welcome at our events.

8. Event Description

This informative event has been designed to help you learn more about living, working and networking in Brisbane and give you an opportunity to meet other people in the same situation.

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 can host up to 10 guests, so please book early to avoid disappointment.

9. On arrival

You will be given a name tag and can start networking with the other guests. The presentation will start at 6:10pm so please arrive on time.

10. Other events and information

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

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

12. How to tell us you are coming

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

We look forward to meeting you! Several people attend on their own - so don't be shy - and you can also bring a friend who is not new to Brisbane.

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