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LAUNCH PARTY: Creative Meetup

LAUNCH PARTY: Creative Meetup

Sat, Aug 22, 12:00 AM
From IN GOOD COMPANY AUS

​Ready to find your people? Want to learn what it’s like quitting your 9-5 to go full-time on YouTube? Or what it’s like creating a Netflix documentary for Manchester City FC? # ​We're launching our new community! RSVP HERE: https://luma.com/5zhckvjk ​This is more than networking. ​We're gathering photographers and filmmakers from all over the industry who are passionate about what they do, love to learn and know they can't do the journey alone. ​***This is where you can find your people and unlock your future.*** # ​Member Spotlights ​Interviews with [Tammie Joske](https://www.youtube.com/@tammiejoske/?utm_source=luma) & [Tommy Taylor](https://www.instagram.com/tommytaylorvideo/?utm_source=luma). ​Tammie is a photographer & YouTuber who spent +6 years working for Canva before quitting her role there to go full-time with YouTube. ​Tommy spent years creating content for Manchester City FC and helped produce their Netflix documentary, 'Together: Treble Winners'. ​***At our Launch Party you'll get to hear candid conversations about both their journeys and the challenges they've faced along the way.*** # ​Tickets ​Entry fee is $50 at the door or ***free for Zink members.*** ​[Sign up to Zink for free](https://www.zinklink.app/?utm_source=luma) and show us your membership at the door. # RSVP HERE: https://luma.com/5zhckvjk

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HOLY DAYS - fund raiser for East Timor

HOLY DAYS - fund raiser for East Timor

Thu, Aug 13, 9:15 AM
From SFB Sydney Film Buffs
4.4

Hi, My Parish supports a village & school in Letefoho, East Timor including paying for kids school fees, uniforms, supporting basic food projects such as a piggery, supplying clean water and whatever needs they ask us for help with. I have visited the village & it is very third world - minimal electricity at times, no hot water etc but the kids are cheerful & hopeful for their future - education helps open up possibilities We are having a fund raising evening at Roseville cinema on Thursday 13 August with all profits going directly to the village community. Tickets can be bought via the QR code or the trybooking link below. Please note - No ticket sales on the night. https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1615502 Socialising from 7pm & movie starts about 7.45 Love some of you to join me! Any queries text me on 0498826506 Ta Maggy

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SSP TUE. ..CENTRAL STATION TO GLEBE (discrete camera)

SSP TUE. ..CENTRAL STATION TO GLEBE (discrete camera)

Tue, Aug 11, 12:00 AM
From Sydney Street Photographers
4.7

We will end up in Glebe.Use a discrete camera. We will go past Spice Alley and Central Sq.

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HOLY DAYS - film fundraising night for East Timor

HOLY DAYS - film fundraising night for East Timor

Thu, Aug 13, 9:15 AM
From Theatre Time Sydney
4.5

Hi, My Parish supports a village & school in Letefoho, East Timor including paying for kids school fees, uniforms, supporting basic food projects such as a piggery, supplying clean water and whatever needs they ask us for help with. I have visited the village & it is very third world - minimal electricity at times, no hot water etc but the kids are cheerful & hopeful for their future - education helps open up possibilities. We are having a fund raising evening at Roseville cinema on Thursday 13 August with all profits going directly to the village community. Tickets can be bought via the QR code or the trybooking link below. Please note - No ticket sales on the night. [https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1615502](https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1615502) Socialising from 7pm & movie starts about 7.45 Love some of you to join me! Any queries text me on 0498826506 Ta Maggy

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🍜Asian Background Social: Lounge Asia Sydney (Easy English) 6pm

🍜Asian Background Social: Lounge Asia Sydney (Easy English) 6pm

Sat, Aug 15, 8:00 AM
From 🍜Asian Background Social: Lounge Asia Meetup (Easy English)
4.7

🌏 Make new international friends in Sydney. Come alone, practise your English, and enjoy a relaxed social night. 😊 A friendly meetup for networking, language exchange, and real conversation. **Why People Love Lounge Asia** 🍜 **Asian-focused** event 🤝 Many guests come alone 💬 No need for perfect English 🌏 No games or forced introductions — just enjoy the conversation ━━━━━━━━━━ **How to Join** 1️⃣ Tap "RSVP" on this page (1 ticket per attendee) 2️⃣ Show your Meetup QR code at reception 3️⃣ Collect your name tag and start meeting people ✅ Early RSVP is free ✅ RSVPs made within 24 hours of the event start time are $5 ✅ Limited capacity — please RSVP early Early RSVP is the best way to save your spot and join for free. Many people attend alone, so don't worry if it's your first time. ━━━━━━━━━━ ⚠️ IMPORTANT: TONIGHT’S RULES ⚠️ 🎟️ A VALID TICKET IS REQUIRED, BUT ENTRY IS SUBJECT TO HOST APPROVAL One ticket per guest. Guests on the waitlist cannot enter. A ticket does not guarantee entry. If entry is refused, you will receive a full refund. Please DM Michael, the main Lounge Asia organiser. Local hosts are not responsible for refunds. 🪑 SIT IF EMPTY Please take a seat if you see one to help create more space. 📧 SHOW SCREEN AT DOOR Have your confirmation profile/tickets ready for Chris & Kev. NO WALK-INS. THANK YOU! ━━━━━━━━━━ **How to Find Us** 📍 Venue Harts Pub 176 Cumberland Street, The Rocks, NSW 2000 ⏰ Time Saturday from 6:00pm – 9:00pm 🚶 Getting There 5 min walk from Circular Quay Station. 8 min walk from Wynyard Station. Easy to drop by after exploring The Rocks. Our Lounge Asia organisers will be there to welcome you 😊 ━━━━━━━━━━ 🍺 Please Support the Venue This event is free or low-cost because the venue supports our community. Please purchase at least one drink during the event. Your support helps us keep organising events at great venues. ━━━━━━━━━━ 💚 Please Be Respectful Lounge Asia is a friendly social event where everyone should feel comfortable and welcome. 🚫 This is NOT a pickup or dating event. Any anti-social behaviour or those who make others uncomfortable WILL BE removed immediately. 🚫 Any harassment, unwanted attention, MLM / crypto / religious recruitment, or anything that makes others uncomfortable. Organisers reserve the right to refuse entry or ask anyone to leave. 🪪 A valid government-issued photo ID is strictly required for entry. No photo ID, no entry. Driver's licences must be issued by the government of the country where the event is held. 📸 Photos and short videos may be taken for community and promotional purposes. If you prefer not to appear, please let an organiser know when you arrive. ━━━━━━━━━━ Lounge Asia is already growing in Australia and is now expanding across Asia — Japan, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Singapore. Our goal is simple: More friendship, more understanding, and more genuine connections across cultures. 📱 Instagram: @_lounge_asia 🎥 Watch Event Video: [\[WATCH EVENT VIDEO\]](https://youtu.be/tNak_cu9CXw?si=xiObPWs86vc93N18) 🎁 BECOME A FOUNDING MEMBER (VIP) We are building an official app to connect our community safely! Join the VIP list for early access and priority invites to special parties. 👉 [\[Join the VIP List here\]](https://forms.gle/T2KukvgEiGWEz3VR9) ━━━━━━━━━━ 🌏 Come say hi! Hey, come hang out! 来一起玩吧! 一起來聊天吧! 気軽に遊びに来てね! 편하게 놀러 와요! มาเจอกันนะ! Tới chơi nha! Tara, sali ka na! Yuk, gabung! Хамтдаа цуглацгаая! Komm einfach vorbei! Jom join kita! See you at Lounge Asia!

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Saturday morning joint social - Garigal National Park

Saturday morning joint social - Garigal National Park

Fri, Aug 14, 9:00 PM
From Connect Trails: Central Sydney Trail Running Crew

Hi all, This event is in conjunction with a couple of other trail running groups, so the number of attendees will be higher than what appears here. Meet some new trail buddies and explore some new trails on this social run! This 11km run is a recce for Ten Trails of Garigal with extras added on. It is mostly trail, trail shoes are necessary. The run will be at a moderate pace and we will wait at intersections to keep the group together. We will have a social coffee at the end of the run. *Please note: as a participant you assume all risks, acknowledge potential dangers like injury from exertion or weather, and waive your right to sue the organizers for negligence. You are responsible for your own safety and fitness, should have personal insurance, and release organizers from liability for any incidents.*

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Frequently asked questions

To locate documentary screenings in Sydney, use the Meetup platform to explore local film groups. You'll find events that organize screenings regularly, enabling you to join gatherings and discussions around documentaries.

Joining film groups on Meetup is straightforward. Create an account, search for documentary film groups in Sydney, and click to join. You'll receive notifications about upcoming screenings and discussions.

Meetup connects people who share similar interests by facilitating local and online gatherings. Whether it's documentary screenings in Sydney or diverse activities, it's a hub for community building and exploration.

Depending on the hosting group's settings, some screenings might require a ticket or offer free entry. Checking the event details on Meetup before attending ensures you have the correct information.

Yes, many documentary screenings include discussion sessions afterward. It's an excellent opportunity to exchange ideas and insights with fellow attendees, deepening your understanding of the film.

RSVPing for a documentary screening is easy. Once you've joined a group on Meetup, you can click the RSVP button on event pages to confirm your attendance and stay informed about any changes.

While not guaranteed, some screenings attract local filmmakers, especially those showcasing Sydney-based initiatives. Engaging in post-screening discussions increases your chance to connect with industry insiders.

Meetup does its best to help you find fitting groups, but it can't guarantee groups for every niche interest or city location, including specific documentary themes in Sydney.

Yes, some groups also offer virtual components or entirely online film discussions. This flexibility allows broader participation, appealing to those who prefer or have to join remotely.

Of course! While joining multiple events could enrich your experience, attending a single screening and discussion can still be fulfilling. RSVP for individual events that pique your interest.

Yes, documentary screenings in Meetup groups cater to all experience levels. Whether you're a hardcore film buff or just interested in documentaries occasionally, there's something for everyone.

Topics range widely, ensuring varied content—from socio-political documentaries to environmental films. Each screening event will usually specify the film, so you know what to expect before attending.

While Sydney offers a vibrant Meetup scene, the availability of events still depends on local group activity. Large cities typically have more active scenes, with more frequent documentary sittings.

Not always. Comprehensive event details will indicate film subtitling, ensuring you can enjoy the screening fully if it involves non-English dialogues—important for truly diverse stories.

Meetup excels in fostering group activities but isn't focused on making one-on-one connections. Group settings cultivate shared experiences through documentary screening and discussions.