If you are interested in issues relating the Internet in Australia and worldwide, then this might be of interest to you. This Meetup group is an experiment to encourage Members of ISOC-AU and those who are interested in getting together for a chat about issues relating to the Internet in Australia. - Privacy - IPv6 - Security (Hacking, Law, Identity Theft) - Access (Disability) - Internet Governance - Human Rights (for Internet Users) - Social Media - Domain Names We are planning bi-monthly meet …

Android Australia User Group is a community devoted to promoting local Android developers in Australia. It's aim is to help bridge the information gap between Australia and other technology hubs such as the United States. Android is an accessible, open source operating system which is now a serious contender in the mobile landscape. Help us push Android forward by getting involved in our regular meetups, hack nights and experience sharing sessions. Please be aware that our group is more develo …

We started this meetup group to broaden our reach into the wider community using digital media as well as the traditional conventional organization. The Chinese Heritage Association of Australia was founded in Augsut 2002 and  is a community organization set up to promote the study and discussion of the history and heritage of the Chinese community in Australia. TItis active producing events in Sydney, Chinatown and elsewhere particularly during Chinese New Year and throughout the year. We regul …

ZooChat is the world's largest online community of zoo and animal conservation enthusiasts. We have a vibrant forum community and photo gallery with discussion and photos from over 1,200 zoos in more than 90 countries worldwide. This meetup group is for our members across Australia to organise social gatherings, zoo meetups and other events. Even though the meetup group is "based" in Sydney (we had to choose a single "home" location), this group is for organising meetups anywhere in Australia. I …

Greetings Everyone!!! Have you ever had a moment that you should have practiced public speaking more? What about some impromptu speeches that you needed to make but it did not turn up the way you wanted to be? Well, then I have a proposal for you -- join our iSpeak Toastmasters Club! in Sydney, Australia. By joining our club, you can practice and improve not only your public speaking skills but also develop your leadership skills in a friendly and fun environment and it is your safe environment …

A NEW and friendly group for people who are enthusiastic about or interested in the world of polyamory. Join up and help build our community! Polyamory, though not strictly defined, roughly defines non-monogamous relationships between people where all partners are either involved with each other, or at least aware of everyone else's involvement. It is moral non-monogamy, at a base level, whereby all the partners involved attempt to be supportive and involved in their partner's other personal and …

Created in Sydney, the French IT Group, intends to be a meeting and exchange place for IT professionals - French speaking or French-Friendly - from Australia and Asia. Because IT and Digital creation implies Cartesian rigor, Napoleonic organisation and French Flair, but also some Rabelesian conviviality; let's meet and share!

Hello there!! Let me guess - you are desi, single and YES ready to mingle... This group is for all Australian Southeast Asian singles who are looking for great organised events around Australia. All age groups are welcome, however each events will have different age group to keep a good balance and mix. Details of location revealed after 100 members. Say hello to my desi friend!! Chirag

We welcome Transgender Ladies - XDressers, TV, TG and TS and their admirers to join this group. This group is managed by TV9966 and the parties provide  an opportunity for Transgender Ladies and their admirers to get together in a fun, friendly and social environment. Currently the parties are held in Melbourne and Sydney.   The parties are held twice a month in Melbourne and Sydney is on the first Saturday of the month. TV9966 parties pride itself in providing a classy, clean, friendly, non jud …

Purpose of Isha Australia Meet up Group We take this opportunity to introduce you to a network of friendly yoga enthusiasts who come together to practice yoga (Isha Kriya) in Sydney & Melbourne. Isha Kriya is free, simple, and easy to practice. Available as a guided meditation with an instructional video & personal attention by Isha volunteers in Sydney & Melbourne, it has the potential to transform the life of anyone who is willing to invest just a few minutes a day. More Details: http://www.is …

Gizmodo Australia is starting to get readers together in the name of sharing good times with fellow tech lovers and sharing our access to cool new gadgets and gear. If you're a fan of the site or you're a big fan of the latest in cutting edge technology, join our group. We'll be organising casual meetups and special events starting in May 2011.

We finally have a central hub for Kotaku editors and readers to organise meet-ups! We'll be organising casual meetups and special events, so sign up and get involved!

We are a very inclusive group... all ages, nationalities and races welcome. The more information you can give in you introduction, the more we can all do for you... Whatever you need, there is probably a meetup member who may be able to help... DON'T BE SHY... YOU ARE IN FRIENDLY AUSTRALIA NOW... We are here to make every being's life on this planet better at  the least cost to our amazing but fragile planet... You are welcome to email or ring me any time... Your diligent organizer, Victor  0419 …

Most of the local LGB business networking groups in Australia and NZ are focused on providing opportunities and connections for sole traders and small businesses - Polari is different. Polari is focussed on networking members of the Lesbian, Gay and Bisexual community with their peers in businesses of more than 200 people; whilst also providing an opportunity for LGB professionals who provide support services to these businesses an opportunity to connect. The word 'Polari' refers to a gay slang …

Shaolin is a 1400 year old Chinese Buddhist tradition of self-defence. A form of moving meditation (tung ch'an) it is an expression of Ch’an (Zen) and Esoteric (Mi-tsung) Buddhism. Developed as a self-defence tradition for monks early in the 6th century AD, it rapidly spread beyond the Shaolin monastery reaching throughout China and East Asia. Each meetup event is a complimentary introduction to our regular training. You're welcome to attend 3 free training session. After this, you are invited …

The Amnesty International New South Wales Women's Network is committed to raising awareness and campaigning towards positive changes in women's human rights around the world. We focus on the protection of the rights of women within Australia and around the world, particularly in the Asia-Pacific region. We campaign to gain recognition of the responsibility of governments to provide adequate protection for women. If you are interested in supporting women's rights and would like to know more, get …

Lifehacker Australia is starting to get readers together in the name of sharing good times and fresh ideas with fellow Lifehacker enthusiasts. If you're a fan of the site or generally keen on perfecting your productivity, join our group. We'll be organising casual meetups and special events starting in May 2011.

Giftedfamilies is an online support group for families with gifted members. It uses Yahoo groups. This Gifted Families Meetup group was created to give members the ability to organise local meetups, wherever members are located throughout Australia.

Media140 is an independent global movement creating unique conferences, events and experiences to explore the future of the real-time web. To foster discourse, collaboration and innovation within journalism, media, advertising and technology. We bring together global thought leaders from journalism, advertising, politics, entertainment, brands, marketing, government policy and technology to help you understand how the real-time internet will change the way you do business and help you understand …

Who are we? The Irish Brekkie Club is a group of barry's-lovin', soda bread-eatin' Irish lads and lassies who've gained their aussie permanent residency and/or are in the process of settling for the long haul in Australia. Join us here for updates and details of all gatherings: http://www.meetup.com/Irish-Brekkie-Club-Sydney/ What's the purpose of the group? To connect Irish folk – happily integrated into Aussie life – with each other for a 'brekkie and banter' fix in their local area. The gro …

The Sydney Entrepreneurs meet-up group is an opportunity to bolster your contact network and enhance your entrepreneurial knowledge. Entrepreneurship Association of Australia The Entrepreneurship Association of Australia is a not-for-profit association dedicated to providing information, research and networking activities based on four categories: commercial, corporate, social and government entrepreneurship. The Entrepreneurship Association of Australia provides information on programs and acti …

The Secular Party of Australia is the first and only Australian political party whose chief objective is a liberal, secular democracy. We promote true separation of church from state. We stand for freedom of and from religion, and we believe that government and politics should be free from religion. We're a young party but growing, and have members in every state and territory. Our policies promote equality (e.g. women's and LGBTI rights), are based on reason and evidence and include a strong cl …

ENYA is a not for profit organisation, established in 2003, to create Australia's future enterprise leaders by providing access to funding, mentoring and education for youth entrepreneurs. We are the voice for Australia's enterprise leaders in lobbying government, and communicating with the financial sector and all private industry. ENYA, and Australia’s young entrepreneurs, provide leadership for the global economic community, and are critical for the future sustainability of the economy.

We are here to create a supportive environment in Sydney, Australia for all star people to help each other on our spiritual paths. Whether you consider yourself an indigo, crystal, rainbow, lightworker, star seed or whatever, you are not alone and you are welcome. More Information About Star Children: Indigo, Crystal, Rainbow and Beyond I'm not affiliated with these people or web sites but I think they are a great introduction. Doreen Virtue is the author of more than 20 books about angels, cha …

Unlike many activist groups, WeAreChange Sydney is a true grass roots organisation - we are totally self funded and self managed. We have decided to "be the change we want to see" in the world. We have a "bottom-up" structure - anyone willing to follow our code of conduct is encouraged to be a leader. If you have ideas for street actions or other innovative methods for communicating important information to the public, please contact one of the group administrators or come to our meetings and …

Welcome English & Spanish Speakers to a fun way of integrating the best of both cultures! English Spanish Integration – ESI – Group Sydney The aim of our group is to provide a space where both the Spanish speaking community and English community of Sydney learn more about each others' language, customs and culture in a really relaxed, fun and sociable way. We offer the chance for people to integrate and experience the best of both cultures right here in Sydney through fun activities such as lang …

SQUEEZE verb: "Firmly press (something soft or yielding), typically with one's fingers: "Kate squeezed his hand affectionately" - Google Dictionary Squeeze Business Networking (by 4Networking Australia) is our 50% Social and 50% Business Evening Networking event we hold once a month.  This is our "Open Event" as part of our awesome business breakfasts that we have all across Sydney. We love having new people visit and we are welcoming, open and are all for growing our Community. If you are a Bus …

Established in 2007, The Sydney Development Circle (SDC) is a mentoring and networking group open to anyone interested in international aid and community development at the local, regional and global levels. SDC represents people of all ages, backgrounds and experience, across diverse development sectors. There are no membership dues. A volunteer steering committee coordinates events, and members are invited to recommend speakers and topics. We collaborate with other Development Circles througho …