Clothing Swaps Sydney

Books and Bevvies

Welcome to **Books & Bevvies** — a casual book swap and drinks social in the Sydney CBD. This is not a book club with homework. It’s a simple, low-key way to meet people, chat about what you’ve been reading, and walk out with something new. **HOW IT WORKS** Bring a book you’re happy to part with. Pop it on the swap table when you arrive. Mingle, chat, and swap recommendations. When the swap opens, take a book that catches your eye. Stay for a drink and a conversation after. **WHAT TO BRING** One book, any genre and any reading level. **GOOD TO KNOW** The venue relies on accurate numbers for staffing, so if you can’t make it, please change your RSVP to “not going”. Repeated no-shows may result in removal from the group. The venue is kindly not enforcing a minimum spend, but please support them by buying a drink, soft drink, or some lunch during the swap if you can. There is no mandatory entry fee, but voluntary contributions are **very much** appreciated. The group costs around **$65 a month to keep running**, so if you enjoy the swap and are in a position to chip in, even $5 or $10 makes a real difference. Please feel free to contribute with cash or via PayID at any stage through the swap. **WHERE WE’LL BE** We’ll be in the Market Street Garden Bar, with a table full of books and bevvies.

Massage Exchange

Social and Book Swap: Gay Men of Letters Sydney

A book swap and social for the book group. Bring along your witty conversation and sparkling repartee and an optional book or two to swap.

Lesbian Open House discussion - favourite things and stuff to ditch

Join Cloud Native Sydney at CloudCon 2026 (Discount Code Inside)

CloudCon Sydney is Australia’s premier cloud-native conference, run by Cloud Native Sydney & Cloud Native Melbourne. **Cloud Native Sydney members get a discount to CloudCon 2026.** Use the code below and join us at ICC Sydney on 9 and 10 November for Australia’s premier cloud-native conference, run by KCD Sydney with the backing of the CNCF. **A few talks we’re looking forward to:** * **Who’s Stealing My CPU? Catching Noisy Neighbours with eBPF on Kubernetes:** Olga Mirensky, Ping Identity * **AI and Platform Maturity: The Foundations That Help AI Deliver:** Charlotte Fleming, Octopus Deploy * **Building a Serverless Airplane Tracker:** Liz Fong-Jones, Honeycomb. A lightning talk about her plane-spotting setup at home in Ashfield. **What’s on** * **Day 1, Mon 9 Nov:** Hands-on workshops, 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Two run at the same time. * **Day 2, Tue 10 Nov:** A full day of talks, all in one room, from 9:40 AM to 4:05 PM. Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea are on the schedule. Topics cover Kubernetes, AI and ML, platform engineering and security, with 17 confirmed speakers including Liz Fong-Jones. 📅 Full schedule: [https://cloudcon.au/#schedule](https://cloudcon.au/#schedule) 🎤 Speakers and talks: [https://cloudcon.au/#sessions](https://cloudcon.au/#sessions) **Get your ticket** 🎟️ Register: [https://regonsite.eventsair.com/cloudcon-2026/registration/Site/Register](https://regonsite.eventsair.com/cloudcon-2026/registration/Site/Register) 🏷️ Discount code: **MEETUP26CC** (type it into the “Discount Code” box under your ticket type) 👥 Group bookings: [team@cloudcon.au](mailto:team@cloudcon.au) **Let us know you’re going.** RSVP on our CNCF community page so we can find each other on the day: [https://ocgroups.dev/cncf/group/zgqyqjb/event/fgjdees](https://ocgroups.dev/cncf/group/zgqyqjb/event/fgjdees) Seats are limited - register early to save your spot. See you there! 👋

Cultural Exchange Night for International Friends @The Art Syndicate Surry Hills

Join us at the Art Syndicate for a fun and engaging Cultural Exchange Night where international and exchange students, expats, and community members come together to celebrate diversity and forge new friendships. This event is perfect for anyone looking to connect with people from different parts of the world and learn about various cultures. The venue offers an all-NSW drinks menu with wines, beers, spirits, non-alcoholic beverages and snacks in a cozy and relaxing setting. As we are a small venue: RSVP's ESSENTIAL! We are looking forward to seeing you! Your hosts, the friendly staff at the Art Syndicate

Ultimo streetwear shoot with Julie

**Step into Sydney’s creative heart for a dynamic fashion photography workshop set against the vibrant streets of Ultimo.** This hands-on session is designed for photographers eager to sharpen their skills in capturing streetwear style – bold looks, edgy backdrops, and the energy of the inner city. Early release and standard Tickets can only be purchased through [Eventbrite,](https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/summer-of-photography-4853995) [Humanitix](https://collections.humanitix.com/sydney-summer-of-photography-workshops) or the [website](https://printpixel.org/sydney-summer-festival-of-photography-workshops-home/) **The exact meeting spot is outside the right side of the glass doors of the main building** With a professional model styled in curated streetwear pieces, you’ll explore unique laneways, architectural details, and the buzzing urban environment to create images that stand out. Perfect for both aspiring and experienced photographers, this workshop offers expert guidance on posing, composition, lighting, and storytelling to elevate your fashion portfolio. #### **Equipment:** * Godox trigger (Sony, Nikon, Canon, Fuji) * 3 x Godox speedlights * lighting stands, brackets, diffuser * Reflectors: Gold & Silver Diffuseer #### **What to bring:** Speedlight if ou have one, Fully charged battery and SD card #### In the event of wild weather (heavy rain) or if the model cannot work, a full refund or credit will be provided

Halloween Party!

HALLOWEEN INTERNATIONAL HOUSE PARTY

**[UPDATED DATE: FRIDAY 30 OCTOBER]** This party is hosted by our founding groups, Sydney Americans & Network Canada and welcomes young professionals & students from around the world for a REAL Halloween party here in Sydney!! \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- This interactive concept party has been voted **BEST IN THE WORLD** by some of the world's top brands.. seriously!!! This is a REAL Halloween in true North American HOUSE PARTY style. So we're not just dressing up and dancing, we're doing it right with tricks & treats.. and surprises. And we're taking over an old heritage Art Deco Bank in the heart of the CBD that's been converted into a multi level bar 👻 **[GET TICKETS HERE](https://www.stickytickets.com.au/M19O27)** 🎃 **QUICK INFO** 👻 ★ 9pm - 2am+, adults-only, DJs on two levels, wear a costume! ★ Most interactive part is 9pm-11pm - our famous CREEPY CRAWL - with real trick-or-treating where you'll earn lots o' prizes ★ Everyone who arrives before 11pm also gets to enter into the grand prize draw - a free flight to anywhere in Canada and USA that United flies + other prizes ★ Volunteers have more fun & get extra benefits ★ VOTED BEST CONCEPT PARTY IN THE WORLD 🎃 **THE DETAILS** 👻 ★ THE FAMOUS CREEPY CRAWL IS FROM 9pm-11pm!! Trick or treat to win fun prizes thanks to our sponsors. Be prepared for anything and to interact in ways you never have before. Get there on time for this!!! After the creepy crawl, the party continues til 2am+. ★ This is a REAL Halloween blowout in true North American house-party style and it's really interactive ★ $10,000+ in prizes & giveaways inc a FREE RETURN TRIP TO ANYWHERE IN NORTH AMERICA UNITED FLIES. Everyone who shows up before 11pm gets a free entry to win the flight & lots of other lucky drawst! Everyone who completes our interactive & international trick or treating (9pm-11pm) also walks away with \~$50 worth of prizes thanks to the overwhelming generosity of our sponsors ★ DJs on two levels ★ Mystery prizes & prizes for best dressed. It's a Halloween party so.. no costume, no entry!!! ★ Adults only ★ Full venue takeover of this creepy old Art Deco Bank with 3 levels to explore right near Martin Place Metro/Train and all public transport ★ Halloween drink specials TBA but as you'll see by our sponsors, they're gonna be goooooooood. ★ Instagrams.. [@sydneyamericans](https://www.instagram.com/sydneyamericans/) and [@sydneycanadians](https://www.instagram.com/sydneycanadians/) ★ [Facebook event](https://www.facebook.com/events/1674904784352808/) for updates 🎃 **BEST... SPONSORS... EVER** 👻 Our sponsors are totally into the interactive & international vibe of our party so let's see what they come up with! ✈️ United Airlines 🦌 Jagermeister 🌵 Teremana 🥃 Shanky's Whip 🪅 Sierra Tequila 🧊 Fiorente 🍀 The Busker Irish Whiskey 🍹 Passoa 🎃 **VOLUNTEERS HAVE MORE FUN** 👻 They honestly do. If you're a fun, friendly & reliable young professional/student and have a bit of a naughty side then reach out to [info@networkcanada.com.au](mailto:info@networkcanada.com.au) or @sydneyamericans or @sydneycanadians on Instagram. -Volunteers also get an additional entry to win the grand prize flight plus some others goodies. -And if you're switched-on enough to read to this point, you probably fully understand why volunteering for an hour or so is a smart move. 🎃 **INTERNATIONAL PARTY \~ ALL NATIONS WELCOME** 👻 Fyi this party is not just North Americans, it's young professionals & students from all over the world. Like a giant house party, everyone there is friends or friends-of-friends. Lots happening at this one so forgive us if things change or don't run on schedule. Every single year StickyTickets very generously donates their profits from any tickets sales at our events to the United Way. Thanks StickyTickets!!!

Meet & Chat with Nice People at FREE Volunteer run Restaurant North Sydney

IMHO Our regular FREE DINNER meetups, attended by 200+ nice people are the best & **friendliest** in the world... See our photos, comments etc. Before coming please ring us ASAP for more info 0419500023 You'll meet some of Sydney's nicest, brightest & most **MULTICULTURAL PEOPLE** at this beautiful OUTDOOR secret location including people from several other meetup groups... **SEE OUR PHOTOS** DEEP & MEANINGFUL discussion topics will include SECRETS OF HAVING A NICE, AFFORDABLE & SUCCESSFUL LIFE IN SYDNEY eg **COST OF LIVING SECRETS & REAL & PRACTICAL SOLUTIONS** from locals etc etc AND have a great **FREE DINNER** with them... **See photos** of our previous meetups You'll improve your knowledge of **AUSTRALIAN LANGUAGE & CULTURE** at this nice, friendly & FREE EVENT **IMPORTANT: RING me for full up to minute info NOW 0419500023...** **Otherwise we may not be able to help you as places are very limited etc** **Google map is not accurate...** Multicultural International and Exchange Students Language Exchange New In Town Singles

Gentle Cooks River Cycleway Ride & Coffee ☕🌿

Patsy Recliners @ Butchers Brew, Dulwich Hill