Welcome to Brisbane

Welcome to Brisbane, Queensland, 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 Brisbane event from 6:00pm - 8:00pm.

Proudly sponsored by

Toll Transitions - Your Complete Relocation Partner

Dates
10 October 2008
14 November 2008
12 December 2008
9 January 2009
13 February 2009
13 March 2009
10 April 2009
8 May 2009
12 June 2009
10 July 2009
14 August 2009
11 September 2009
9 October 2009
13 November 2009
11 December 2009

Past Events
Rendezvous Hotel 12 September 2008 (First event - launch)

2. Regular Host

Jenny Staib
Brisbane Representative of Newcomers Network
Mobile/Cell Phone 0403 271 026

3. Venue

Berkley's Bar
(Located to the right of the guest reception)
The Rendezvous Hotel
255 Ann Street (corner of Edward Street)
Brisbane Queensland 4000

Opposite Central Railway Station and overlooking Anzac Square memorial Gardens and 100 metres from Queen Street Mall.

There are pictures of the venue and further details online at Rendezvous Hotel Brisbane City and Berkley's Bar.

You can arrive anytime after 6pm and ask for 'Newcomers Network' or 'Jenny Staib' and I will give you a sticky label name tag and then you can start socialising. 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. If you would like a name tag, please arrive before 8:00pm.

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

4. Transport

See the TransLink Transit Authority website for public transport details. The venue is closest to Central Railway Station.

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

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

People visiting Brisbane. 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 7pm.

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 Brisbane 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 Brisbane.

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 20 and 100 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 Brisbane events as frequently or as infrequently as you like.

These events are also held in other locations and have been held in Brisbane every month since September 2008.

9. On arrival

You can introduce yourself to Jenny and she will introduce you to others. Jenny will also give you a sticky label name tag.

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 Jenny Staib directly via [brisbane @ newcomersnetwork.com] or telephone 0403 271 026

11. 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

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 Brisbane 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 [brisbane @ newcomersnetwork.com] with 'Welcome to Brisbane' in the subject line.

We look forward to meeting you! Several people attend on their own - so don't be shy - you can talk to anyone wearing a name tag 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!

Links on this Welcome to Brisbane Page

Berkley's Bar
http://www.berkleys.com.au

Event Listings in Brisbane
http://www.newcomersnetwork.com/australia/brisbane/event_listings.php

Newcomers Network Brisbane Australia Facebook Group
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=13458541619

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

Our Brisbane transport and parking
http://www.ourbrisbane.com/transport/parking

Rendezvous Hotel Brisbane City
http://www.rendezvoushotels.com/brisbane

TransLink Transit Authority
http://www.transinfo.qld.gov.au

Last update: 12th November 2008