Singaporean meetup in Melbourne

Simonmj SG

Hi to all Singaporeans in Melbourne,

Calling all Singaporeans in Melbourne. I would like to arrange a meetup for Singaporeans (Malaysians are welcomed too). This will be a good opportunity to meet new friends, network with fellow Singaporeans and find out more about life in Melbourne. I have been living in here for a number of years and can give advice/tips to newbies in town. The meetup will probaby be at a cafe in the city in Feb.

Those that are interested, please email me at [email protected] with your contact number, your residence surburb and the dates that you are free. I'll try to arrange a central location that will be most convenient to everyone.

Cheers

Simon Wong

honeymouse SG

Hi Simon, it's nice of you to organise the outing. So are working or at uni? Are you here for good too?

Simonmj SG

Hi honeymouse,

Yes I'm staying and don't intend to go back. I migrated to Melbourne more than10 years ago. I live in the eastern surburb in North Balwyn. I'm now working with a Aussie software company. Enjoying Aussie lifestyle although I always stop over in Singapore whenever I'm on holidays.

honeymouse SG

I am in Ringwood North. So you are in IT too. My husband is also in IT. Do you work in the city?

Simonmj SG

Fortunately not. Parking is ridiculously expensive in the city (which city is not) unless you have a company car park. I work in Hawthorn, ten minutes drive from my home.

I'm glad I'm not taking public transport. As you may have read in the news, the trains here break down when the temperature goes above 35 C. What the....??? Unlike Singapore, things don't run smoothly or efficiently here all the time. Welcome to Melbourne and all its quirkiness.

honeymouse SG

I am one of these people who catch public transport to work every day..... so yes... tell me about it.

Actually, Lilydale/Belgrave lines are not too bad as compared to others so I should be thankful. I think they service Hawthorn area too except during peak hours they skip Hawthorn station.

Simonmj SG

Okay I'm going to arrange the meetup on 21 Feb (Sat) in the city. Venue and time will be emailed to all those who responded. If anyone who can't make it on that date, please let me know.

I know what it is like to be 'blur' in a big city. If you wish to join in, please feel free to email me at [email protected]

See you there.

Worldlybusinessman SG

me used to stay in ulu bushland

Simonmj SG

Just a reminder that the Singaporean Meet Up is in Melbourne city this Saturday, Feb 21.

For details, please email me at [email protected]

See you there.

Simonmj SG

Thanks to all those who turned up.

We had an enjoyable time and ended up with... makan at Old Town Kopitiam at Little Bourke Street (Chinatown).

I'm planning another meet up in March. Where shall we eat the next time? :-)

@WorldlyBusinessman - where did you stay in "woop woop" ?( a term used here which means you live so far away from the city that you see cows and other farm animals while driving on the road). What were you doing there?

zaxis SG

around 30 of SGP coming over to AGP

if possible can arrange for meet,

*most of the SGP over to AGP should has spare AGP walk-about ticket*

do sound your intention if you need them

possible PM, I will blast mail to my group

Worldlybusinessman SG

hello there, do u have any contact?

MiRaNtZ SG

Hey hey... I'm back in Melbourne. =P

Simonmj SG

Hello friends,

It's autumn here in Melbourne and the leaves are bursting with fall colours. The temperature is also gradually turning cooler and the days getting shorter. I think it's a great time to plan another meetup. The first one was fun and interesting.

I'm hoping to plan another one in the May. Those who are interested to join in, please email me at [email protected]

Cheers

Simon Wong

Simonmj SG

Okay everyone, next Sporean meetup is on Sat, May 23. We'll be meeting in Melbourne city. All are welcome. Please email me at [email protected] for details.

Simonmj SG

Hi to all,

Time for another gathering and makan session. The next Singaporean meet up is scheduled on 22 August 09. Everyone is welcome. Please email me at [email protected] for details. Hope to see you there.

simon wong