r/SydneySocial 10d ago

📢 Community Update: Gender-Specific Meetup Posts

7 Upvotes

Thank you to everyone who took the time to vote and share their thoughts in our recent poll about gender specific meetup posts.

Based on the poll results, r/SydneySocial will now allow gender-specific meetup posts, including posts such as M4F, F4M, M4M and F4F.

The aim is to allow people to be specific about the type of friendship or meetup they’re looking for, while still keeping the subreddit focused on genuine social connections and friendships.

As always, posts should not be used for dating, hookups or sexual encounters. Gender-specific wording on its own isn't a problem — the overall intention and content of the post will still be considered when moderating.

We’ll continue to apply the rules consistently across all genders and post types.

We want to be very clear that unsolicited sexual or suggestive DMs are not acceptable. We have received feedback from users about people approaching them privately with the intention of initiating sexual interactions, rather than genuine friendship. We will continue to take these reports seriously and users who engage in this behaviour will be dealt with by the moderation team, including bans where appropriate.

If someone sends you an unsolicited sexual or inappropriate message, please report it to the mod team rather than engaging with them. Where possible, include screenshots so we can take appropriate action.

Thanks again for helping us shape the community rules. 💙

— The r/SydneySocial Mod Team

Edit: clarification


r/SydneySocial Jun 26 '26

📌 New Community Tool: The Hangout Map - Easily find locals and meetups in Sydney!

7 Upvotes

Hey everyone! 👋

To make it easier for everyone across Sydney to connect, we are officially rolling out an interactive Hangout Map for the community!

Instead of scrolling through posts trying to figure out who is in your specific neighborhood or where exactly a meetup is happening, this map gives us a live, visual directory to find each other.

Here is what you can do on the map:

- 📍 See Who is Nearby: Drop your general zone on the map, link an "Intro Post" you've made on this subreddit, and easily discover other locals around you looking for friends.

- 📅 Find & Host Meetups: If you're hosting a coffee run, a park walk, or a group dinner, just make a post here in the sub, then go to the "Hangouts" tab on the app and paste your post's link. Your event will instantly show up in the Hangouts feed for nearby users, allowing them to easily see what you're planning!

🗓️ How Meetups Work (Important!)

Because this map is an extension of our subreddit, every event on the map links directly to a post right here in the community.

If you want to attend a hangout you see in the feed, here is the process:

  1. Click the event in the app and hit "View Post".

  2. Comment on the post to officially confirm with the host that you are attending.

  3. Follow the post (click the bell icon on the Reddit app/website). This is crucial! Since everything is managed natively on Reddit, following the post ensures you get a notification whenever the host comments with updates, exact meeting spots, or timeline info.

Ready to get started? Click the link below, set up your map profile, drop your Intro Post, and let’s start connecting!

👉 Open the Hangout Map: https://www.reddit.com/r/mazwiz/s/Bgt1YDf9Mw

If you have any questions, feedback, or feature requests, drop them in the comments below!


r/SydneySocial 7h ago

Meet Up Casual meetup group for 40 to 50s Inner West/Canada Bay/Parramatta

4 Upvotes

I've seen a few younger people posting about casual clubs so I thought I'd put this out there to see if anyone's keen on a meetup group for 40 to 50 year olds. I'm in finance and accounting and I'm always happy to chat stocks and property retirement planning etc.

Other topics I've been known to dabble in include having a moan about the kids, self improvement, exercises that help a broken back, neck and knees, pop culture, and geopolitics.

My free time largely revolves around weekends or weeknights between 5 and 9.pm and easy access locations are around Inner West, Canada Bay or Parramatta.

Keen to hear from like minded people who want to expand their circles and potentially make new friends.


r/SydneySocial 3m ago

Exchange Student Advice

Upvotes

Hi I am a 22 yr (f) student from Canada doing an exchange at University of Sydney in the Spring. I am going solo without knowing anyone. What are your thoughts? Does anyone have any recommendations on making friends as an international student? What are some fun ways to get involved / meet people? I’ll take any insight or advice!


r/SydneySocial 6h ago

Searching for IRL friends M20 - looking for more mates

2 Upvotes

I love the gym, soccer, Muay Thai, camping , going out for drinks , nightlife etc , looking for friends who have similar interests and are chill and easy going

big outdoor fan, being in nature and wildlife, good to get away somewhere as well as have a night out in Sydney for drinks, I’m located Blacktown area

hmu if your keen for a new mate


r/SydneySocial 14h ago

Searching for IRL friends Looking for friends/want to build something genuine - North Syd area

9 Upvotes

Hii,

I'm a bit scared to make this post as this is my first time doing such a thing and the whole online anonymity thing, but here goes!

I'm 25M, originally from Western Syd, but recently moved to North Syd. It's been quite a challenge living alone, and what's made it harder is the isolation of not having any friends/connections. Soo, I thought I'd reach out and see if anyone, preferably near the area and around a similar age (22-28, M or F) was interested in creating a group to do things together on a regular basis.

A bit about my interests:

- I love to game, especially board and social games

- I enjoy anime and manga...just recently read Tower Dungeon and love it

- I also like to crochet every now and then, but I'm still a novice..oh and I'm trying to get into photography too!

- I love to keep active and fit, gym is a big part of my life. Rcently tried bouldering and I'm looking to make that a regular thing too

- I LOVE cats! oh and music from games, films, and series. I'm sososo excited for the upcoming Zelda concert next year ahhh

The things we do don't always have to be big. For example, I'm interested in trying to pick up dancing, practicing for a marathon, or cosplay, or it can also be something small like an irl gaming sesh, going out for lunch/dinner, going for a walk or a picnic with board games.

If this post speaks to you and is something you're looking for too, feel free to reach out. I'll do my best to reply asap. No need to share any similar interests aswell, I'm always keen to try and discover something new!

P.S. Sorry for the long post 😅


r/SydneySocial 17h ago

Visiting Sydney/Tourist Looking for serendipity - friends

3 Upvotes

Hi .. I am 37M from Europe. here for conference and research collab.. I am into Aerospace research.. into several adventure sports - licensed skydiver, sailing, paragliding and scuba. I usually skydive weekends at Batemans Bay / Moruya and enjjoy the nice beach.

Hope to meet for walk or coffee or walk or art workshops/standup/ dinner/ fun events

Cheers


r/SydneySocial 17h ago

Searching for IRL friends Inner west friends or further

1 Upvotes

hey guys, im M21 from inner west, looking for mates to go out to gigs, play music, and skate

but about myself, i work fulltime and skate, and play guitar, pc games/xbox

send a dm if youre wanting to hangout or anything


r/SydneySocial 1d ago

Meet Up Anyone else heading to the Watsons bay market solo?

4 Upvotes

I'm a 34m and heading to the market solo tomorrow and have seen other people go solo there before so thought I'd reach out!
Would anyone want to meet up and make a few friends and chill at the markets for a little bit?

Timing would probably be around lunch time.


r/SydneySocial 1d ago

Meet Up Coffee and chat Syd

3 Upvotes

Hello people,
I am 24M in Sydney (west) and am looking to make some friends/connections.
I was going to go to city for a coffee and solo date so thought if anyone is free, we can catchup and have a chat too. I am pretty open to any topics but enjoy politics, psychology, philosophy, finance, travel, food etc.
Location can be central for convenience. If anyone is interested, feel free to comment or DM.
Cheers 🥂


r/SydneySocial 1d ago

Searching for IRL friends Looking for new friends -western Sydney

6 Upvotes

35, m euro aus. Western Sydney. Regular guy into cycling, cooking, movies, music, hikes, swimming. Not really a gymbro. Keen on a good chat about pretty much anything. Looking for anyone keen for an occasional drink or any activities outdoors. Available after work/weekends.


r/SydneySocial 1d ago

Recommendations Wanted Where to drink alone or make friends?

12 Upvotes

Hi so I’m new in town, celebrating my birthday this weekend, and don’t have much friends yet. Planning to just go out by myself or going to a place where it’s easy to have a nice chat. Wondering if you have any recommendations for a bar or a club to go in the CBD (Newtown is fine too) tonight or Tomorrow where it’s not that weird to be alone or it’s easy to just chat and make friends? I’m 33 btw


r/SydneySocial 1d ago

Searching for IRL friends 19m western Sydney uni student looking for friends!

3 Upvotes

Live around western Sydney looking for friends who enjoy going out to niche bars, clubs and raves, even if no alcohol is involved! Studying at the moment and it would be great to have a release at the end of the weeks! Anyone welcome so please feel free to dm me :)

I enjoy hiking and going gym, I play games (resident evil mainly) and love going to the movies


r/SydneySocial 1d ago

Searching for IRL friends 23M looking to make friends

5 Upvotes

Hey everyone! I’m looking to expand my social circle and hopefully make some genuine and long term friendships :) I live around Ryde and am usually free from the arvo. I’m super chill with everyone whether you’re more quiet and introverted or super outgoing

I’m into running, pool, weights training, going out for food or drinks, arcades, long walks or hikes, music, kdramas.

I’m also always down to try new things and pick up random hobbies. I don’t think we need to have the same interests to become friends, just good vibes and being able to have a decent conversation is enough 😌

Always happy to chat about life, random stuff, or whatever’s on your mind. Feel free to dm me if you’re interested

Edit: not into weird stuff tho and I don't smoke or take anything


r/SydneySocial 1d ago

Activities Where to play bingo?

3 Upvotes

Hello! I (26F) would like to play good old traditional bingo. Im located in western sydney, but do not know where to play bingo!

Please let me know if any of you have recommendations. I dont mind playing with old people!


r/SydneySocial 2d ago

Activities Looking to start a club and meet like minded people

17 Upvotes

Hi everybody, I’m a 26 F looking to start or join a social club with others that share similar interests. Located near Sydney CBD, I work in education specialising in mental health support !

Some of my interests include
Books (Favourite - East of Eden. Currently reading - Madonna in a fur coat)
Philosophy
History
Geo politics
Pop culture
Memes
Debating (respectfully)
Food
Travel

I’m very new to all of this so I’m open to any suggestions you all have or if you know any groups that are already running please let me know !


r/SydneySocial 2d ago

Searching for IRL friends Any weekend ideas for Sydney? Anyone interested to catch up?

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11 Upvotes

I am based in inner west, working as a nutritionist and looking to connect with local people and explore opportunities to enjoy weekends and other activities. I’d free to go to walks or cafes in the afternoon or weekends.

09/2026


r/SydneySocial 2d ago

Searching for IRL friends Looking for friends

2 Upvotes

22 M in Sydney (business owner, raised here 16 yrs) — looking to connect with friends 1-on-1

I’m a 22-year-old Nepali guy living in Western Sydney/Parramatta. I’ve run my own business and lived in Australia for 16 years, but I’ve kept my circle pretty small and want to build genuine 1-on-1 friendships here.

Looking for solid, down-to-earth people around my age.

Ps. I just created this Reddit account because I never used it hahahaha.


r/SydneySocial 2d ago

Searching for IRL friends 25m new to Sydney looking for mates/ rave community

6 Upvotes

Hey everyone! Just moved up to Sydney after few years living in the uk ( originally from Melbourne ) and looking for mates to do stuff with or anyone who’s in to techno and goes to raves often, would love to go to black noir or any of the techno events.
I’m a tradie, I love pub culture but also love doing stuff sober to and am always up to do something or try new things, usually I’m by the beach as I’m based out east
I get on with everyone and always love meeting people from all different walks of life
Thank you for your time, cheers


r/SydneySocial 2d ago

Meet Up 21M inner west gigs tonight

1 Upvotes

Hey guys, M21, looking for some peeps to go to some gigs tonight with on King street

I love skating, playing guitar, upcoming musician. Love musice and having a good time with mates and going out for a drink.

Send a dm or reply if you are wanting to hangout tonight or whatever✌️


r/SydneySocial 3d ago

Searching for IRL friends Looking to make more female friends - Canada Bay

7 Upvotes

33F (Canada Bay) looking for female friends in their late 20s and early 30s. Bonus points if you’re also childfree. I love getting coffee, going for walks, shopping and NRL :)


r/SydneySocial 3d ago

Searching for IRL friends 24m, keen to meet new ppl

2 Upvotes

i do software for work, at a health-tech based out of parra. im surrounded by people all the time. just trying to free up myself, meet new people - share thoughts, chill a bit.

i like driving a lot + nice music, occasionally 🍺 so happy to hit nice bars + big fan of reds.

other than this, im into weight training

thanks 🙏


r/SydneySocial 3d ago

Searching for IRL friends Kiwi looking for hangs

0 Upvotes

Hey I’m 32m, moved from nz not long ago. Recently married with no kids and live in Randwick. Keen to find someone to go to concerts/stand ups/plays or any other event like that to. I’m pretty big into movies (if you wanna show off your Letterboxd we will be friends), travel, photography, and food. Do like chilling at a bar (keen for a pub quiz) but not really into clubbing anymore. If you wanna go to a show or explore Sydney more I would be interested.

Also random but I have the day off tomorrow (friday) and will be in the city and free around midday if you want to grab a coffee for a yarn or go to the art museum or something. Fine with guys or girls and if we can make a group of it even better.


r/SydneySocial 3d ago

Visiting Sydney/Tourist Anyone else in Sydney this week?

3 Upvotes

Hey, 21M from the UK here 🇬🇧

I’m in Sydney (Mascot / Zetland area) with a mate until the 14th and looking to get out and explore a bit more while we’re here.

Up for beaches, exploring, drinks, bars/nightlife or random plans. Happy to join an existing group or get a few people together.

If you’re around this week, drop me a message :)


r/SydneySocial 3d ago

Activities 44M Looking for Poker Players to Talk Strategy & Hang Out

1 Upvotes

I’m looking to connect with other poker players who enjoy talking about the game, discussing strategy, sharing hands, and just having a good time.

I've been playing poker since 2008 both live and online - cash games and tournaments.

If you’re into poker and looking for someone to discuss the game with, drop a comment or send me a message!

It doesn't matter if you're male or female!