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**(If you are interested in hosting our meetups in Melbourne, we would love to hear from you. Please write a quick message to Dan at +44 7715705005 and let's chat)** Are you someone who is local (or a westerner who has lived in the city for a while, understand the local culture and speak the local language) and are confident when meeting new people of different backgrounds and cultures? We’re looking for a lively friendly host to manage some of our weekly Fastfriends meetups in your city. As a host, your role would be to: ✨ Welcome members and make them feel comfortable ✨ Encourage conversations and help people connect ✨ Direct and manage our fastfriending socialising format ✨ Keep the energy positive and the fast friending event flowing smoothly ✨Manage the event relationship with the venue What is in it for you? \- this is a volunteer role but we give you an expense allowance to cover some of your expenses\. \- ⁠you get exposure to the local and international community and can make a positive contribution \- ⁠you get experience with meeting new people\,running social events and managing groups\. We would love to hear from you. Please write a quick message to Dan at +44 7715705005 and let's chat.

Ritual starts at 7pm - please arrive between 6.30pm & 7pm. **ONLY INITIATED MEMBERS MAY ATTEND**. Click here for details on how to become a member **[https://esotericbookshop.org/hermetic-order-of-the-red-dragon/](https://esotericbookshop.org/hermetic-order-of-the-red-dragon/)** The whole point of **HORD** is to become ***enlightened*** and to do this by rending apart the ***Veil of Illusion*** leaving the way clear to achieving the ***Knowledge and Conversation of your Holy Guardian Angel***. This is done by 'Solve et Coagula' in Alchemical terms. You undergo a series of challenges that essentially help you pull yourself apart, realise which parts of yourself you have created as an ***'illusion'***, and change that ‘illusion’ so that you can reassemble yourself in a better and more perfect way. ***HORD doesn’t do it. You do it***. But you have the rest of the group to support and back you up as we all go through the process together. Rending the Veil is a ‘profound’ experience. We don’t let go of our illusions easily. The whole process consists of finding your ‘illusions’ and seeing them for what they are – unreal. There is a simple test to check if you’ve found an illusion. **Emotion**. ***If something makes you laugh, cry, get pissed off – congratulations; you’ve found one***. Enlightened Buddhists, when they find another illusion, roll around laughing for hours and hours and hours. In fact, people like the ***Dalai Lama*** spend most of the day rolling around in laughter – the more enlightened you are – the more illusions you find. … the unenlightened just get pissed off. The Hermetic Order of the Red Dragon (HORD) is a ceremonial magic group that evolved from the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn (GD). For more information: **[https://esotericbookshop.org/hermetic-order-of-the-red-dragon/](https://esotericbookshop.org/hermetic-order-of-the-red-dragon/)** To join, one needs attend at least 3 Invocation/Evocation evenings (Playing with Angels etc) & be sponsored by an existing member. Scio Nescio, Chief Adept …03 9873 3736 or email: esoteric666@optusnet.com.au Next meeting: Tuesday 26th May Email: esoteric666@optusnet.com.au Cost: $20

**Welcome to our Tuesday Social + Language Exchange Meetup 🌍** We meet weekly at **Fathers Office QV, 249 Little Lonsdale Street (Melbourne CBD).** We ask that you **purchase a drink at the bar** or **pay $3 at entry**. Follow us on Instagram. [https://instagram.com/Linguas.AU](https://instagram.com/Linguas.AU) or **@Linguas.AU** *** ### 💬 Find your people (New!) Looking to practice a specific language? Post in the discussion using: * **#LearnSpanish** * **#LearnEnglish** * **#TeachEnglish** * **#LearnJapanese** * etc. 👉 This helps others find you faster and makes it easier to connect. *** ### *** ### ⏰ What to expect We consistently have **80 –120 attendees** every Tuesday (across multiple Meetup groups). People arrive at different times — **best time to come is between 6PM and 9PM.** Come solo or with friends — most people come alone and join conversations naturally. *** ### 🌏 Who attends? A mix of: * Native & non-native English speakers * International students * Backpackers & working holiday travellers * Professionals & expats * Local Australians You’ll meet people from: Europe, China, Japan, Korea, Latin America, and more. *** ### 🗣️ Why join? 👉 A relaxed, social way to practice English 👉 Meet people from around the world 👉 No pressure, no structure — just conversations *** ### 🍕 FREE DRINKS & FOOD FOR FRIENDLY VOLUNTEERS! We’re looking for **friendly volunteers** to help welcome newcomers and keep the vibe social. 👉 You’ll get: * Free drinks (beer/soft drink) * Food (pizza, wedges, etc.) * A fun team to hang out with No experience needed — many of our volunteers are **first-timers too**. Interested? 👉 [www.Linguas.au/Volunteer](www.Linguas.au/Volunteer) *** 📲 **More info:** [https://instagram.com/Linguas.AU](https://instagram.com/Linguas.AU) or **@Linguas.AU**

**🏢 Hosted at:** Fabric Group **🚀 Building the Wrong Thing Faster: AI and the Build Trap** AI has dramatically compressed the time it takes to build software. But it hasn't stopped us building products that nobody wants. If anything, it's accelerated the problem - to the point we've invented a new word for the output: ***slop***. Drawing on observations from Brendan's consulting work and conversations with friends at ***Google, Meta and Spotify***, He'll explore how this ***isn't really a new problem*** and why now, more than ever, we need human centricity, sound product strategy and product discovery. **🎤 Speakers:** ***Brendan Marsh*** is a Product & Org Advisor and Director at ***Organa***, where he helps organisations improve product strategy, org design and execution at scale. He previously served as ***Chief Product Officer*** of a mental health non-profit and spent five years at ***Spotify*** during its hyper-growth phase, first as an ***Agile Coach*** supporting innovation and product discovery teams and later as a ***Product Manager*** responsible for the Mac and Windows clients (40M+ MAU). ***Ruben Cardoso*** is the ***Head of Product & Design*** at ***Fabric Group***. An experienced UX/UI designer specialising in product design and delivery, with a strong track record running discovery-to-delivery cycles for large enterprise clients. ***Dzmitry Yaltykhau*** is the ***Delivery Practice Lead*** at ***Fabric Group.*** Leads large-scale product design and delivery programs end-to-end from presales through discovery, build and rollout while driving best practices, coaching and AI-accelerated ways of working across the team. **🗓 Agenda:** Arrival and light refreshments Featured Talk Panel discussion with contributions from Fabric and the audience

Who are we? Join us, East Asian Singles Community of Melbourne (30-45)! We’re a community of East Asian Singles. Unlike other groups of our kind, we focus on small group events. The goal is to create a friendly, relaxing, casual and low pressure environment where we can enjoy fun activities and mutual hobbies while building our community. The Event Join us for some friendly indoor bouldering fun at OnSight Climbing at 1 Aristoc Road, Glen Waverley! This is completely for fun and social only, beginner friendly, let’s encourage each other and get those arms and cores working (or working again)! Afterwards, if time permits, we can also head out for dinner at nearby Glennie. Meetup Time and Point: Time: 4pm Where: Onsight Climbing at 1 Aristoc Road, Glen Waverley We hope to get 4-8 people for this event. We currently already have 4 members interested. Groupon has a great 31-40% off which already includes shoe hire ($17.50-$19.95), I can purchase the voucher for the first 4 people that RSVP, and if we have more interest I can also organise further vouchers. (Alternatively you can purchase on your own for 31% discount.) [http://www.groupon.com.au/deals/onsight-bouldering-glen-waverley-1?utm_campaign=UserReferral_mih&utm_source=undefined](http://www.groupon.com.au/deals/onsight-bouldering-glen-waverley-1?utm_campaign=UserReferral_mih&utm_source=undefined) Please RSVP, and I will reach out to you to organise entry. Or if you’re not fussed, you’re also welcome to just show up and pay the full price $29 (no booking required). Hope to see you there!

## 💘 KISMETRIX \| True Connection [Ticketed Event](https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/may-28-game-on-the-kismetrix-trivia-night-konar-bar-tickets-1988470004311?aff=oddtdtcreator) ### GAME ON — THE KISMETRIX TRIVIA NIGHTDrinks, Banter & Real Connection Hosted by **KISMETRIX \| True Connection** 📍 Konar Bar — Private Dining Room (Downstairs): 483 North Road, Ormond Vic 3204 📅 Thursday, 28 May 2026 🕖 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM (Venue open late) #### BACK. UPGRADED. AND A WHOLE LOT OF FUN. Never done trivia? Perfect. Neither has half the room. This isn't about what you know. It's about who you end up laughing with by the end of the night. The KISMETRIX Trivia Night is back — and this year we've stepped it up. We now have our own in-house host and an exclusive private room just for Kismetrix guests. Same great energy from last year, but more intimate, more personal, and a whole lot more fun. No speed dating. No awkward mingling. No standing around with a drink wondering what to say. Just teams, trivia, a bit of friendly rivalry, and the kind of atmosphere where strangers become easy company. #### 💫 ABOUT THE NIGHT Tired of the same old bar scene? Not quite ready for a formal dinner event? This is the sweet spot. KISMETRIX \| True Connection was created for people who want something more human — real conversation\, real presence\, and a genuine good time\. The Trivia Night is our most fun and relaxed format\, and it's exclusively for Kismetrix guests\. You'll walk into a private room full of people who: 🎯 Are open, friendly and easy-going 🎯 Want a fun night out that feels natural — not forced 🎯 Prefer real-life connection over swiping 🎯 Are simply here to enjoy themselves and see where the night goes Come for the trivia. Stay for the laughs. See who you meet along the way. #### 🎯 WHAT TO EXPECT You'll arrive to a private room — no general public, just Kismetrix guests. You'll be placed into a small team of around six, the questions will start, and within ten minutes you'll forget you didn't know anyone when you walked in. Expect: 🎯 A welcome drink waiting when you arrive 🎯 A warm hosted welcome so nobody walks in feeling lost 🎯 Fun, accessible trivia rounds — no expertise required 🎯 Rotating teams through the night so you meet different people across different rounds 🎯 A mystery round (yes, really) 🎯 A prize worth playing for 🎯 Plenty of laughs, friendly arguing, and genuinely good company Our in-house Kismetrix host keeps the energy warm and the night moving — so it always feels like a night out with good people, not a structured event. #### 👥 AGE GUIDE 🎯 25–35 · 30–45 · 40–58 Kismetrix Trivia Night is open to all singles who are here for a good time and genuine connection. We provide age groups so you know what to expect from the room. The focus is always on good energy and like-minded people — not strict age gates. If you're slightly outside a range and the format feels right for you, you're welcome to book. #### 🎯 WHO THIS NIGHT IS FOR This event is for singles who: 🎯 Want a fun, social night out that's a little different 🎯 Are curious about Kismetrix but want a low-pressure way to start 🎯 Love trivia — or have never done it but like the sound of it 🎯 Want to meet new people without it feeling like a "singles event" 🎯 Are open, friendly, and ready for a genuinely good Thursday night Come solo — most people do. You'll be in good company from the moment you walk in. #### 🍽 FOOD & DRINKS Your ticket includes one standard welcome drink on arrival. Konar Bar has a great food and drinks menu available throughout the night, directly from the venue. Perfect if you'd like to make a full evening of it — and many of our guests do. #### 🎟 TICKETS 🎯 Early Bird — $39 🎯 General — $49 🎯 Last Minute — $59 Welcome drink included at every tier. Spots are strictly limited to 7–8 tables to keep the night intimate and social — early booking is strongly recommended. *Last year's event sold out. Don't sit on it.* #### 💡 WHY PEOPLE LOVE KISMETRIX EVENTS 🎯 No swiping. No apps. Just real people in a real room 🎯 No awkward formats or forced interactions 🎯 A genuinely fun night — even if you come solo 🎯 Exclusively for Kismetrix guests — private room, warm atmosphere 🎯 Hosted by people who actually care about how the night feels Many guests come "just to try it" — and end up staying all night. #### ✨ WHERE THE TRIVIA NIGHT FITS The KISMETRIX Trivia Night sits alongside our Drinks Socials, Elevated Dinners, and Activity Nights as one of our most fun and accessible formats. If you've been curious about Kismetrix, this is one of the easiest and most enjoyable ways to experience what we do. #### 🔔 IMPORTANT NOTES 🎯 This is a hosted social experience — not speed dating 🎯 A welcome drink is included; additional drinks and food are available at the venue 🎯 Gender balance is carefully aimed for but not always guaranteed 🎯 Respect, boundaries, and good energy are essential at all Kismetrix events 🎯 Tickets are non-refundable but transferable #### 🔗 STAY CONNECTED WITH KISMETRIX \| TRUE CONNECTION 📧 **social@kismetrix.com.au** 🌐 **[www.kismetrix.com.au](http://www.kismetrix.com.au/ "http://www.kismetrix.com.au")** 📱 Follow us on **[Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/kismetrix_/ "https://www.instagram.com/kismetrix_/"), [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559826808523 "https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559826808523") & [Eventbrite](https://www.eventbrite.com.au/o/kismetrix-singles-events-84848288353 "https://www.eventbrite.com.au/o/kismetrix-singles-events-84848288353")** 📄 Important Notice: By registering for this event\, you confirm that you have read and agree to Kismetrix \| True Connection's Terms & Conditions\, Privacy Policy\, Disclaimer and Code of Conduct\. 🤝 Collaborations: collabs@kismetrix.com.au

🎾 **KISMETRIX \| True ConnectionFriday Morning Pickleball Social \| Play\, Move & Meet** Hosted by KISMETRIX \| True Connection 📍 PicklePlay Dingley Village: 352 Boundary Road, Dingley Village, VIC 3172 📅 Every Friday — starting Friday, 8 May 2026 🕙 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Hosted) ### A RELAXED MORNING TO PLAY, CONNECT & MEET NEW PEOPLE Some of the best conversations don't start with a question… They start with a game. Join us every Friday morning for a casual, social pickleball session — where movement, laughter, and connection come naturally. No pressure. No awkward setups. Just real people, shared moments, and an easy way to start your Friday. ### 🎾 WHAT TO EXPECT * Casual pickleball games in a friendly, social setting * Rotating play so you naturally meet different people throughout the morning * All skill levels welcome — beginners absolutely included * A relaxed, low-pressure vibe (rallies over scores) * Paddles available if you don't have your own * Limited spots to keep the experience social and enjoyable Come solo or bring a friend — most people attend on their own. ### 💛 WHO THIS IS FOR * Adult singles who enjoy staying active and meeting new people * Those who prefer a relaxed, social environment over structured formats * Beginners curious about pickleball * People open to connection — whether friendship, community, or something more * Those who value genuine, in-person connection over apps This is an inclusive, open event for all adult singles — no age segmentation, no categories. Just everyone in the room, playing together. ### ✨ THE KISMETRIX EXPERIENCE This is not a typical singles event. It's not speed dating, and it's not about pressure or performance. At Kismetrix, we create spaces where connection feels natural — through shared experiences, movement, and presence. At Kismetrix, we create spaces where connection feels natural — through shared experiences, movement, and presence. * No swiping * No forced interactions * No awkward games * Just real people, in real life ### 🔁 A WEEKLY RHYTHM This is a recurring Friday morning series. You're welcome to come once, occasionally, or make it part of your week. Familiar faces, easier conversations, and a low-key community that builds naturally over time — no commitment required. ### 📋 WHAT TO BRING * Comfortable clothes you can move in * Clean indoor court shoes * A water bottle * A relaxed, open mindset Paddles are available to borrow if you're new or travelling light. ### 💌 AFTER THE EVENT You'll have the option to stay connected through our "**Continue the Conversation**" form — whether for friendship or something more. ### 🔗 ABOUT KISMETRIX \| TRUE CONNECTION Kismetrix is a Melbourne-based social experience designed to bring people together in real life. No swiping. No endless texting. Just real people, real conversations, and genuine connection. ### 🔔 IMPORTANT NOTES * This is a social connection experience — outcomes are never guaranteed * Respect, boundaries, and consent are essential to maintaining a safe and welcoming space * Tickets are non-refundable but may be transferable * Please arrive a few minutes early so we can start on time **Hosted by** KISMETRIX \| True Connection 📧 [social@kismetrix.com.au]() 🌐 [www.kismetrix.com.au]() Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/kismetrix]()_ By attending this event\, you acknowledge and agree to Kismetrix \| True Connection's Terms & Conditions\, Privacy Policy\, Disclaimer\, and Code of Conduct\.

**Come down to Elwood - Johnny’s Coffee Roasters at 9.30am on a Sunday for a morning cuppa and a relaxed chat.** **The agenda is relaxed and centred around building connection and having a yarn. Meet others walking the same path as you and share some stories. Wherever you’re at in your separation & divorce journey - you’re welcome to come along!** **Hosted by Deena - Certified Divorce Coach & former Family Lawyer.**

Too many kids as well as teenagers and adults have problems with study. Today's meetup will inform you about the basics in STUDY TECHNOLOGY that provides an understanding of the basics of learning and supplies exact ways to overcome all the pitfalls one can encounter during study. This is applicable to young children, teenagers (or their parents that are trying to help them) and adults alike. Study Technology shows how one studies in order to comprehend a subject so one can apply it. Laws on which learning is based and workable methods have also been discovered for anyone to apply for themselves or when teaching others. Too many students graduate from school and college unable to put to use what they’ve learned in school. It’s not that they’re stupid or that their teachers didn’t know how to teach. More than likely it traces back to the one thing missing from most educations—learning how to learn in the first place. We all went to school, yet isn’t it odd that no one taught us how to study? The information presented at this meetup can help anyone improve others or his own ability to learn. It is a practical tool that parents and teachers alike can use to enhance a child's study performance. You’ll learn the barriers that lie between your own or a child's education. And you will very quickly learn how to overcome them. This technology will enable you or a child to pursue any subject with skill and confidence. Teachers who have "hard to handle/distributive " or slow learners in class will absolutely love the amazing turn around most often seen in improved behaviour and student performance in class. If you or your child has difficulties at school (or learning new things at work or online) than this meetup is important to you. If you can not make it to our meetup than contact the organizer and arrange it to suit your time. This technology can if one was to live far away be taught online. (extension course) You may offcourse also opt to have this technology taught to your own child by experienced volunteeer staff or learn about this yourself and transfer this knowledge to those you want to have better grades. Yes it is possible to improve anyone's study performance. All it takes is just 5 steps. See you at this meetup. Pam

**You are invited to our men's conversation group, the Men Being Well program** run by Relationships Australia Victoria and Life Is Foundation. This free program is for men to meet, discuss and explore wellbeing through **connection**, **reflection** and **peer support**. **IN-PERSON Men's Gathering on Wed 27th MAY at 7 to 9 PM** Men Being Well hosts monthly Men’s Gatherings or conversation groups and several all-day Men’s Retreats throughout the year. Our events are aimed at positive mental health and wellbeing for men and include regular discussion about life issues and challenges. The relaxed format is welcoming and a safe place to reflect on your personal journey. We hope you can join us in Canterbury, Melbourne and look forward to relaxed and thoughtful discussion. *Please contact us via email (or message us on Meetup) for address details and a brief chat if you are coming along for the first time.* Please email us and join our mailing list as well: **menbeingwell@rav.org.au** Visit our webpage for more dates and information about the Men Being Well program: [www.relationshipsvictoria.org.au/relationships-wellbeing-courses/men-being-well/](https://www.relationshipsvictoria.org.au/relationships-wellbeing-courses/men-being-well/) Regards from your Men Being Well Program Facilitators

We’re partnering with East Asian Singles Community of Melbourne (30-45) Meetup group to host this event The goal is to create a friendly, relaxing, casual and low pressure environment where we can enjoy fun activities and mutual hobbies while building our community. The Event Join us for some friendly indoor bouldering fun at OnSight Climbing at 1 Aristoc Road, Glen Waverley! This is completely for fun and social only, beginner friendly, let’s encourage each other and get those arms and cores working (or working again)! Afterwards, if time permits, we can also head out for dinner at nearby Glennie. Meetup Time and Point: Time: 4pm Where: Onsight Climbing at 1 Aristoc Road, Glen Waverley We hope to get 4-8 people for this event. We currently already have 4 members interested. Groupon has a great 31-40% off which already includes shoe hire ($17.50-$19.95), I can purchase the voucher for the first 4 people that RSVP, and if we have more interest I can also organise further vouchers. (Alternatively you can purchase on your own for 31% discount.) http://www.groupon.com.au/deals/onsight-bouldering-glen-waverley-1?utm_campaign=UserReferral_mih&utm_source=undefined Please RSVP, and I will reach out to you to organise entry. Or if you’re not fussed, you’re also welcome to just show up and pay the full price $29 (no booking required). Hope to see you there!