Newcomers Network
Melbourne Victoria Australia

Welcome to Sydney Welcome to Sydney

Welcome to Sydney, New South Wales, 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 Sydney event from 6:00pm - 8:00pm.

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

Rebecca Wells
Rebecca Wells
Personal Development & Cross-Cultural Coaching
Clear Horizon Coaching
Mobile/Cell Phone 0432 782 969
Email sydney@newcomersnetwork.com

3. Venue

Piano Bar
The Menzies Hotel
Level 1
14 Carrington Street
Sydney NSW 2000

The Menzies Hotel is conveniently located in the heart of Sydney CBD, overlooking Wynyard Park.

You can arrive anytime after 6pm and ask for 'Newcomers Network' or 'Rebecca Wells' and she 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 Sydney recently or moved here some time ago).

4. Transport

For more information on parking and transport, visit City of Sydney Parking and Transport

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

People visiting Sydney. 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 Sydney 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 Sydney.

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 50 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 Sydney events as frequently or as infrequently as you like.

These events are also held in other locations and have been held in Sydney every month since 13 March 2005.

9. On arrival

You can introduce yourself to Rebecca and she will introduce you to others. Rebecca 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 Rebecca Wells directly via sydney@newcomersnetwork.com or telephone 0432 782 969

11. Other events and information

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

You may like to connect virtually with people via the Newcomers Network Sydney 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 Sydney 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 sydney@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 Events
9 January 2009 - Hosted by Rebecca Wells
13 February 2009 - Hosted by Karine Pham
13 March 2009 - Hosted by Rebecca Wells
17 April 2009 (Third Friday due to Easter) - Hosted by Rebecca Wells
8 May 2009 - Hosted by Rebecca Wells
12 June 2009 - Hosted by Karine Pham
10 July 2009 - Hosted by Rebecca Wells
14 August 2009 - Hosted by Rebecca Wells
11 September 2009 - Hosted by Rebecca Wells
9 October 2009 - Hosted by Rebecca Wells
13 November 2009 - Hosted by Rebecca Wells
11 December 2009 - Hosted by Rebecca Wells

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Links on this Welcome to Sydney Page
Clear Horizon Coaching
http://www.clearhorizoncoaching.com

City of Sydney Parking and Transport
http://www.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/AboutSydney/ParkingAndTransport/Default.asp

Event Listings in Sydney
http://www.newcomersnetwork.com/australia/sydney/event_listings.php

Menzies Hotel Sydney City
http://www.sydneymenzieshotel.com.au

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


Newcomers Network Sydney Australia Facebook Group
http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/group.php?gid=8756174149


Last update: 2nd January 2010
First published: 5th August 2008
Author: Sue Ellson
Page views: 6964


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