.piper. Posted January 13, 2009 Share Posted January 13, 2009 I have the opportunity to move to Sydney, Australia for 6 months for work. I live in Canada on the east coast so its really far away. I am not currently in a relationship and I do not have anyone else to come with me. I am scared of going alone because I don't know anyone there and because it is so far away. Whats the best way to meet people who live there? I'm not looking for dating or anything, just friends. It has been my dream for a long time to go to Australia. But I'm super scared at the same time. Link to comment
Scorpion Fury Posted January 13, 2009 Share Posted January 13, 2009 Go for it. You are young and have no ties and nothing to hold you back. It's a great opportunity and experience. You will probably regret it later down the road if you don't go for it. Even if you don't like it and get homesick, it's just for 6 months and you'll be home before you know it. Link to comment
Balbina Posted January 13, 2009 Share Posted January 13, 2009 I say go for it! Especially if you don't have to worry about leaving a SO behind. Its a once-in-a-lifetime experience that you will regret if you miss out on and will undoubtedly be happy about. There's something incredible about moving to a foreign place and if you've dreamed of Australia - well, there you go! Don't let that fear of change hold you back! Embrace the opportunity! You will meet people there on your own - don't stress about that part Link to comment
Crazyaboutdogs Posted January 13, 2009 Share Posted January 13, 2009 I have the opportunity to move to Sydney, Australia for 6 months for work. I live in Canada on the east coast so its really far away. I am not currently in a relationship and I do not have anyone else to come with me. I am scared of going alone because I don't know anyone there and because it is so far away. Whats the best way to meet people who live there? I'm not looking for dating or anything, just friends. It has been my dream for a long time to go to Australia. But I'm super scared at the same time. I traveled around Australia 20 years ago and I loved it. Sydney is a great city. They might have meetup groups in Sydney like they have here in Canada or the US. Check out link removed. There are meetup groups for all kinds of interests so find one that appeals to you. Often the movie or dinner meetups are quite popular. If you have a religious affiliation (even if you are not religious) there are often groups with churches, synagogues or mosques etc that will allow you to mingle with people. If you like hiking clubs, walking groups etc you can meet people that way. When I lived out of town I actually made a friend because I had first met her parents at an event. Her parents gave their daughter my phone number and we are still friends to this day even though we no longer live in the same city. Link to comment
sff123 Posted January 13, 2009 Share Posted January 13, 2009 i liked australia , id reccomend it especially for 6 months because you'd definitely find enough to do with yourself in 6 months even if it wasnt ideal for you Link to comment
Portage Posted January 13, 2009 Share Posted January 13, 2009 I would love to be in your shoes...don't waste the opportunity. You will regret it down the road if you dont pursue Australia. Go snorkeling at the Great Barrier reef for me please. Link to comment
shikashika Posted January 13, 2009 Share Posted January 13, 2009 Go go go! sydney is a great city!! I lived there for a year and would go back in a second if I could get another work visa. It's such a good city and people are very friendly. Just meet people the same way you would at home. I joined a gym, swim club and met lots of people through my job. What a great opportunity! Link to comment
kaoticbaby Posted January 13, 2009 Share Posted January 13, 2009 wow, awesome opportunity. i would love to be in your shoes. i'm assuming it's work-related? if so, you will meet plenty of people on the job, and you could also ask them to introduce you to others. definitely take this offer, though. six months is really not THAT long. my best friend moved to germany for a year by herself and is LOVING it. even if you don't make tons of friends, it's really not as long as it sounds. you'd be kicking yourself in a few years if you did not take this opportunity! Link to comment
Samedy Posted January 13, 2009 Share Posted January 13, 2009 Australia seems to be quite the popular place. I know one girl who earned her degree there the other year, and she came back with rave reviews. I know another mate who went there and just lived off odd jobs for a couple of years. He said he had a great time (although the jobs he had, no way I could do them). My Sister went there to visit a few months ago and has been telling me to get a job there since she's been back. Link to comment
Lucy__lou Posted January 18, 2009 Share Posted January 18, 2009 I wish I could turn back the clock and live overseas on a working holiday visa, but I've missed the boat. What are you afraid of? It's a great opportunity. Australia's a pretty safe country. As for how to meet people, well Sydney's a biggish city, so whatever you're into, you have a better chance of finding people that are into it too. I'm Australian, and I know Sydney. If you give more info on what you're into and what kind of people you want to meet, I'll try to give you some suggestions. Link to comment
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