Community Events Sydney

2026 S2 Brisbane Freshers Welcome Event

# 🎉 Brisbane Freshers Festival – 2026 S2 🎉 布里斯班新生节——2026 学年第二学期 ## 🎓 UQ × QUT × Griffith Brisbane’s largest Freshers Festival is back! Meet new friends, explore useful student resources and enjoy giveaways, activities and lucky draws. 🎁🎲 ## 📣 About the Event Starting a new semester in a new city can feel exciting, but it can also be overwhelming. Where do you meet people outside your classes? How do you find reliable local services? And how can you settle into university life more quickly? The **2026 S2 Brisbane Freshers Festival** brings new students, current students, local businesses and community organisations together for an afternoon of connection, activities and discovery. 🤝 Now in its **sixth edition**, the festival is designed especially for students from **The University of Queensland (UQ), Queensland University of Technology (QUT) and Griffith University**. 🏫 Whether you have just arrived in Brisbane or have already been studying here for a while, you are welcome to attend. Come with friends, invite your classmates or join on your own—you will have plenty of opportunities to meet people during the event. 👋 Admission is completely free, but advance registration is recommended as capacity is limited. 🎟️ ## ✨ What You Can Expect ### 🎓 Meet Students from Brisbane’s Three Major Universities Connect with new and current students from UQ, QUT and Griffith. The festival offers a relaxed environment where you can meet people from different universities, courses and backgrounds. It is a great opportunity to make friends beyond your own classroom and expand your student network in Brisbane. 🌏 ### 🏪 Business and Community Booths Explore booths from participating businesses, service providers and community organisations. You will be able to discover products, services and resources that may be useful during your time in Brisbane, including support related to student life, local living and community connections. 💡 ### 🎁 Giveaways and Event Benefits Participating exhibitors will provide a variety of giveaways, promotional gifts and student benefits throughout the event. Visit different booths, speak with exhibitors and discover what is available on the day. Gifts and offers may vary depending on the participating organisations and available quantities. 🛍️ ### 🎲 Interactive Games and Activities Take part in casual games, booth activities and social challenges designed to make it easier to meet other students. You do not need to arrive with a group. The activities provide natural opportunities to start conversations, join a team and connect with new people. 🙌 ### 🍀 Lucky Draws Registered attendees will have opportunities to participate in lucky draws during the event. A range of prizes and surprise gifts will be available. Further information about prize categories, draw times and participation rules will be provided through the official event page or announced at the venue. 🏆 ## 👥 Who Should Attend? This event is suitable for: Students beginning their studies in Brisbane in Semester 2 🌱 New international students from UQ, QUT and Griffith 🌏 Current students who would like to meet more people 🤝 Students looking for local services and community resources 🔎 Anyone interested in games, giveaways and lucky draws 🎮 Students attending alone or together with friends 👯 You do not need to be a first-year student to participate. Current students and senior students are also welcome. 😊 ## 💫 Why Attend? University life is about more than attending classes. Building friendships, finding a supportive community and understanding the city can make a big difference to your experience in Brisbane. At the Brisbane Freshers Festival, you can: Meet students from different universities and courses 🎓 Build your social network outside the classroom 🤝 Discover useful student and local resources 💡 Connect with businesses and community organisations 🏪 Join interactive activities in a relaxed environment 🎲 Receive giveaways and explore student benefits 🎁 Participate in lucky draws 🍀 Start the new semester with new connections ✨ ## 📍 Event Details **Date:** Friday, 21 August 2026 📅 **Time:** 2:00 PM–5:00 PM ⏰ **Venue:** Market Square, Sunnybank 🏙️ **Address:** 341 Mains Road, Sunnybank QLD 4109 📍 **Admission:** Free 🎟️ **Capacity:** Up to 1,000 attendees 👥 ## 📝 Registration Information This is a free event, but places are limited. Please register in advance to secure your ticket and receive the latest event updates. Keep your Eventbrite confirmation email or digital ticket available for check-in on the day. 📱 Giveaways, activities and lucky draws are subject to availability and may have separate participation requirements. ## 🎊 Come and Join Us Bring your friends, invite your classmates or come along on your own. Spend the afternoon meeting new people, exploring student resources, joining activities and celebrating the beginning of a new semester in Brisbane. 🥳 We look forward to welcoming you to the **6th Brisbane Freshers Festival**! 🎉 **Organised by JR Academy** Official event information: [https://jiangren.com.au/events/6a616fb6bbc08a65e1586c71?source=Angela](https://jiangren.com.au/events/6a616fb6bbc08a65e1586c71?source=Angela)

Harbour After Dark

**Harbour After Dark 🌆** **Where meaningful conversations, genuine connection, and new friendships begin.** Step into a different kind of Friday night. Harbour After Dark brings together professionals, business owners and people who are intentional about creating a full and meaningful life. It is for those who value genuine conversation, authentic connection and spending time with others who are also looking to build enriching relationships and a strong sense of community. In a world of Zoom calls, remote work, endless scrolling and busy schedules, many of us are craving something more human. A chance to step away from the screens. To unwind after the week. To meet new people naturally. To enjoy conversations that feel easy, genuine and energising. As life becomes busier, it is easy to realise that while we know plenty of people, we do not always have a community where we can simply show up, relax and enjoy being ourselves. Harbour After Dark was created to be that place. A place where familiar faces become friends, new conversations happen naturally and connection grows over time. Over the past few years, Harbour After Dark has grown into a well-established monthly gathering where people come to expand their social circles, reconnect with familiar faces and meet new people in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. Many of our guests have been attending for years and often bring friends along, while new faces join every month, making it easy to feel welcome whether it is your first event or your tenth. Whether you come on your own or with a friend, you will be welcomed into a relaxed and friendly environment where meaningful conversations happen naturally. There is no pressure to network or impress anyone. Just an opportunity to enjoy the company of good people and finish the week surrounded by genuine connection. **Event Details** 📅 **Friday 4 September** 🕡 **6:30 pm to 9:30 pm** **Novotel Darling Square Hotel** 📍 17 Little Pier St, Darling Harbour NSW 2000 **Dress Code** We encourage you to make an effort and dress with confidence. Think stylish, polished and relaxed rather than formal. **Food and Drinks** Drinks, cocktails, wine, beer, coffee and meals are available for purchase throughout the evening. **Reserve Your Ticket** **[https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1996920395659?aff=oddtdtcreator](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1996920395659?aff=oddtdtcreator)** Places are limited, so please reserve your ticket in advance through Eventbrite. If your plans change after reserving your ticket, I would really appreciate you letting me know so your place can be offered to someone else. **Our Community** Harbour After Dark has never been about hosting just another social event. It was created to build a community where people feel welcome, conversations happen naturally and genuine friendships have the opportunity to grow. Kindness, respect and inclusiveness are at the heart of every event, and we ask all guests to contribute to the warm and welcoming atmosphere that makes Harbour After Dark so special. Photography and videography may take place during the evening for use across our website, social media and promotional material. By attending, you acknowledge and consent to this. If you would prefer not to appear in photos or videos, this event may not be the right fit for you. I look forward to welcoming you. **Cristina Davy**

Nippon Night 19 🇯🇵🇦🇺 Meetup x Language Exchange

🔥NIPPON NIGHT 19🔥 200+ people expected every event! 🇦🇺🇯🇵 300 people from over 15 different nationalities came to our last event!! 📅 Sat, 29 Aug 2026 🕕 6PM–9PM | Meet Up 🕘 9PM–10:30PM | Club Time 📍 SCRUFFY MURPHYS IRISH BAR 43-57 Goulburn St, Haymarket NSW 2000 Want to make new friends? Want to improve your English or other language skills? Please come to our event 🙌 Everyone is welcome! 🌏 Our friendly staff will help you connect and feel comfortable 😊 🎶 Enjoy J-POP / K-POP / EDM / International Hits etc 🎟️ Tickets via link in bio (Instagram) 🎟️ @nipponnightevents 200+ people expected — book early!

Assertive Communication: 1 Day Session in Sydney

## Details **Overview** **Assertive Communication: Speak Up with Confidence, Not Conflict"** A hands-on 1-day workshop teaching professionals to communicate assertively, set boundaries, and handle tough conversations calmly." **Ready to secure your spot? 🎯 Register now and complete your payment securely via Stripe Checkout!** [Click Here](https://buy.stripe.com/8x2bJ1aam1YGeG4aeg2oE43) **The Details** **Duration:** 1 Day \| 8 Credits **Delivery:** Classroom / Virtual **Language:** English **Includes:** Course Completion Certificate **Refreshments:** Lunch, snacks, and beverages will be provided during the session *** **You Have the Right Idea. You Just Never Say It Out Loud.** You've sat in the meeting knowing exactly what should be said — and said nothing. You've agreed to something you didn't have time for, again. You've watched someone else take credit for your idea because you delivered it too quietly to claim it. This isn't a confidence problem you can't fix. It's a communication style — and styles can be learned. This one-day, interactive workshop teaches you the difference between staying silent, snapping under pressure, and saying exactly what you mean — clearly, calmly, and without guilt. No personality overhaul required. Just practical tools you can use in your very next difficult conversation. *** **Is This You?** * "I know what I want to say, but I freeze up or soften it until it's meaningless." * "I say yes to things I don't have the time or desire to do." * "I either avoid conflict completely or I lose my composure when it happens." * "I want to be taken seriously without coming across as aggressive." * "I struggle to set boundaries, especially with dominant personalities." If any of that sounds familiar, this workshop was built for you. *** **What You'll Walk Out Knowing How to Do** **Module 1 — Understand Where You Stand** Learn to distinguish assertive, passive, and aggressive behavior, recognize how your tone and style land on others, and pinpoint your own current communication pattern through self-assessment. **Module 2 — Build the Confidence Behind the Words** Understand what's really driving your hesitation, build a steadier inner confidence, and learn to recognize your personal triggers before they take over a conversation. **Module 3 — Say It Clearly, Say It Right** Master "I" statements, tone, timing, and body language — and learn to balance empathy with firmness so you come across as clear, not cold. **Module 4 — Handle the Conversations You've Been Avoiding** Learn to receive criticism and navigate disagreement without losing your composure, give and receive feedback constructively, and stay grounded when things get emotionally charged — practiced live through role play. **Module 5 — Set Boundaries That Actually Hold** Learn to identify and communicate your boundaries, hold your ground with dominant or aggressive personalities, and practice assertive negotiation and refusal techniques. **Module 6 — Bring It Into Your Team** Learn to foster open dialogue and trust, influence colleagues without formal authority, and use assertiveness to strengthen collaboration and leadership. **Module 7 — Leave With a Plan You'll Actually Use** Build a personalized assertiveness action plan, get real peer feedback, and take home a daily checklist to keep the habit alive after the workshop ends. *** **Why This Works** ✔ Practical exercises, role play, and peer feedback — not just theory ✔ A personalized action plan you leave with, not just notes ✔ Techniques you can use in your very next hard conversation ✔ Taught in a single, focused day — no long course to drag through *** **Who Should Attend** * Team Leaders and Supervisors * Managers and Executives * HR and People Managers * Project Coordinators and Client-Facing Professionals * Anyone who struggles to say "no" or express themselves confidently *** **Train Your Whole Team, Not Just One Person** One assertive communicator on a team helps. A whole team that can raise concerns, give feedback, and hold boundaries without conflict dragging on for days — that changes how the team actually works. **Bring this course to your organization, including:** * Content shaped around your team's culture and communication challenges * Scenarios built around your team's real dynamics, not generic examples * Delivery in-house or virtually * Group pricing for teams of any size **📩 Reach out at [corporate@mangates.com](mailto:corporate@mangates.com) to build a session around your team.** **Stop Rehearsing What You Should Have Said** Register now and walk out with the confidence, language, and boundaries to say what you mean — the first time. info@mangates\.com \| \+61 \(0\) 2 80155605 ***

135) Let's Try Bubble Soccer! ⚽🥅🏆

[Cost: $35? - Social Session, Full Details TBA] [Lunch/Dinner: Anywhere you want!] [\~Idea Credit: to Michael King🔥] @Olympic Park! Hello!!! The stuff you can Find on the Internet!... 👌 Bubbles?! & Soccer?! Well, that's just Madness in 1 Sentence, LoL! 😂 Why didn't this Stuff Exist in my Childhood yet?! Well, If you Equally Missed Trying this in Your Teenage Years... I'm Giving you the Opportunity, To Live it Up... .... One More Time! 🤘🔥 So, Come, Saddle Up... & Try this Ridiculous Portable Contraption! Then Food & Drinks, wherever you want If you can be Host, let me know, Thanks!\~ I Hope this sounds like Fun & a Good Event to you ✌ Hope 2 See you! :) \*\*\* Usual Info\*\*\* We can throw in some late Lunch or Dinner as well But, there could also be something straight afterwards (Maybe a Movie? Or, Mini Games Night Right After??...) & Everyone! are Welcome to join 🔥👍 🖖 The plan is to Eat, Drink & Socialize! This Event can be just to Break the Ice, for Newer Members & hopefully meet some rad, local West Side ppl, who would like to meet another/New circle of Friends 👍 So Come with an "Open" mind, & hopefully... you'll meet your next Crew or BFF\~ but Let's Continue with Our NY Resolutions, for the New Year, With some Awesome New Local ppl! Cheers! & Welcome to the Fam 👌 \- Dez

OVERCOMING ANXIETY - Free Coaching Session

**This is 1:1 call. After RSVP, someone from our team will contact you and send you calendly link for scheduling meeting** This is a free coaching session as a part of our promotional activity, created for individuals who are experiencing anxiety and want to regain a sense of inner balance and control 🌿 In this session, we will explore what anxiety means for you - what triggers it, how it shows up in your thoughts and body, and what keeps it active. You will be guided through a supportive conversation that helps you understand your inner processes more clearly, without judgment or pressure 🤝 The focus is not only on awareness, but also on practical steps. You will learn simple and effective techniques that can help you calm your mind, reduce tension, and respond differently in challenging moments. We will also look at how your patterns of thinking and emotional responses influence your experience, and how small shifts can create meaningful change over time 🔄 This is a safe space where you can openly share, feel heard, and begin building a more stable, grounded, and confident version of yourself 💬

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

🌏 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!

Sydney Claude Community: From Beginners to Builders

Welcome to the Sydney Claude Community! Whether you are completely new to artificial intelligence or a seasoned developer looking to architect enterprise solutions, this meetup is your space to learn, share, and grow. AI is moving fast, and navigating it alone can be overwhelming. We’ve broadened the scope of this group to support everyone in our local community who wants to understand and leverage AI—specifically Anthropic’s Claude—no matter where you are on your journey. **What to Expect:** Grab a coffee and join us for relaxed, open discussions broken down into three main areas of focus: •⁠ ⁠The AI Explorers (Beginners): For those who don't know much about AI yet but are eager to explore, ask questions, and get hands-on experience in a welcoming environment. •⁠ ⁠The Professionals (Intermediate): For those who understand the basics of AI but want practical advice on how to implement it to help their teams, automate workflows, or support their companies. •⁠ ⁠The Builders (Advanced): For developers and consultants willing to dive deep, study AI architecture, and prepare for the official Anthropic certification exams. **Why Join Us?** As AI evolves, getting the right guidance is crucial. One of our co-organizers is an official Anthropic Partner and a newly Certified Claude Code Architect Professional. We are here to support the community, provide mentorship, share real-world use cases, and help you navigate the certification pathways. Come along to network, share your ideas, and learn how to make AI work for you! **About the Organizers & Partners** •⁠ ⁠Code Sydney (https://code.sydney/) •⁠ ⁠Community Partner: Seiment (https://seiment.com/)

Under 39s & Carers/Families: cafe and walk in Waverton.

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Cultural Crossroads: Share Stories, Make Friend, Grow Together over Coffee

**Beyond Language, Beyond Borders** **Hi Sydney Social Explorers,** At "Cultural Crossroads," we believe every person carries a universe of stories within them. This isn't just an English practice session—it's a weekly journey where coffee becomes the catalyst for connection, and strangers become fellow travelers on life's path. **What Awaits You:** ☕ **Share Your Story in a Safe Space** * Bring your experiences, traditions, and perspectives * Discuss meaningful themes like: * "The bravest decision I ever made" * "A cultural misunderstanding that taught me something beautiful" * "What 'home' means when you've lived between cultures" 🌍 **Learn Through Others' Journeys** * Hear how someone rebuilt their career in a new country * Discover parenting traditions from different cultures * Gain insights about navigating life transitions 🤝 **Build Genuine Friendships** * Connect with open-minded individuals who value depth * Form study groups, hiking buddies, or simply find your next coffee companion **Cost and Venue:** * **Fee: $10 One Time** Membership fee (Unlimited Events). * **Returning members: Free.** Past attendees who have already paid can join again free of charge!! * **Venue:** Max Brenner Chocolate Bar, World Square. Good selection of shakes, coffee, etc. **At least one order to support the venue.** **You will leave with:** * Practical wisdom from diverse life experiences * Deeper cultural understanding and empathy * New friendships that transcend surface-level connections * Enhanced English confidence through authentic conversations **Perfect For:** * Global citizens seeking meaningful exchange * Those navigating life transitions or cultural adaptation * Anyone who believes we grow faster when we learn together *All English levels are warmly welcomed. Your story matters more than perfect grammar.* *** **What to Bring:** An open heart, curiosity about others, and money for your coffee/meal. *"We are all chapters in each other's stories. Come write with us."*

Under 35s Social: Medieval Day at Petersham Bowling Club