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.

2010 Dates

22 January 2010 (third Friday as some people still on holidays)
(Hosted by Maree Delaney 0417 337 785)
12 February 2010 (hosted by Aysegul Kayahan 0419 969 559)
12 March 2010 (hosted by Kathryn Brady 0432 610 306)
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

Aysegul Kayahan coordinates the relocation consultants who host the event each month but if you have any enquiries about the events, you can contact Aysegul direct.

Aysegul Kayahan
Relocation Specialists
Mobile/cell 0419 969 559 or +61 419 969 559
brisbane@newcomersnetwork.com

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' 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.

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 other people.

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 brisbane@newcomersnetwork.com or telephone 0419 969 559.

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

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!

Past Dates
12 September 2008 (First event - launch, Rendezvous Hotel, Hosted by Jenny Staib 0403 271 026)
10 October 2008 (Hosted by Jenny Staib 0403 271 026)
14 November 2008 (Hosted by Jenny Staib 0403 271 026)
12 December 2008 (Hosted by Aurielle Colson 0400 887 003)
9 January 2009 (Hosted by Rendezvous Hotel)
13 February 2009 (Hosted by Sandra Spain 0414 542 637)
13 March 2009 (Hosted by Yo Dodgson 0438 248 162)
17 April 2009 (Third Friday due to Easter) (Hosted by Aysegul Kayahan 0419 969 559)
8 May 2009 (Hosted by Sandra Spain 0419 969 559)
12 June 2009 (Hosted by Julien Beirne 0412 753 933)
10 July 2009 (Hosted by Sandra Spain 0414 542 637)
14 August 2009 (Hosted by Roslyn Mumford 0411 428 774)
11 September 2009 (Hosted by Dace Ozols 0422 270 212)
9 October 2009 (Hosted by Aysegul Kayahan 0419 969 559)
11 December 2009 (Hosted by Andrea Blackford 0428 335 356)

Advertisers on this Moving to Brisbane page

Relocation Specialists - are suppliers of quality personalised support for corporate relocation and repatriation http://www.relocationspecialists.com.au

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: 10th March 2010