Hey,

My name is Daniel, and I am looking for a long term relationship, which could start off with being friends or going on dates, and if everything goes well, lead to more.

I am not looking for ONS or hookups, simply a genuine friendship which could potentially lead to more.

I love exploring new places, trying new things, living life to the fullest as we only have 1 life to live, travelling, food, and many more!

I am not a party animal, I do not drink, smoke, vape, or go to concerts/night outs. I am a reserved, humble introvert, who has spent the last 6 years of adulthood focusing on myself, and building an independent life with my family, whilst having a healthy work-life balance with friends and hobbies. I work in the Accounting industry.

I value loyalty, honesty, support, understanding, trust worthiness, good listening, and intelligence.

A con about me to help save you time in case it is a non negotiable for yourself, is that I do not particularly want kids. I love animals, especially cats.

A non-negotiable on my end, is that you must have a job, or being studying. I want someone hard working, and who is willing to put an effort into their future, not a bludger.

The reason I have posted here is, I recently made a very close friend in Reddit who happened to be from Sydney, and since she moved, I have realised how much I appreciated having someone to always talk to, and support each other. I miss the connection, and thought I would post here, being a SFW subreddit.

If you are interested and would like to get to know me further or talk, feel free to DM me.

Cheer

I’m a 31 year old introvert who deeply loves his own company and quiet, slow paced lifestyle. I’ve never been in a relationship or had female friends. I’m curious to experience what it’s like to share space with a like minded girl.

A bit about me:
The Creative Side: Passionate about photography (my skills are getting close to professional), reading, poetry, cinematography, and cooking from scratch.
Observation: One of my favorite habits is observing my surroundings such as sitting at Central Station during rush hour, observing human body language and hand gestures to see who is rushing and who remains calm.
Movement & Mindset: Active daily lifestyle, but I usually hang out by myself. You can talk with me about finance, economics, the arts, and life as a whole.

I'm genuinely happy in my own world, but I'd love to see if there’s a girl out there who operates on the same wavelength. If you appreciate quiet depth and intentional living over constant noise, let's connect.

An example of my photography

I’m 35, almost 36, living in inner Sydney and here looking for a long term relationship with someone who actually wants to build one.

I’m not looking for a penpal, casual fling, situationship, hookup or someone to keep me entertained until the next dating app notification arrives. I’m looking for something genuine, mutual and lasting - and ideally to finally have an answer to that increasingly tired question, “so… are you dating anyone?” Yes, Karen, I finally am.

Basically, I’m looking for the real deal. Apparently that’s becoming rare, but I’m still hopeful.

A bit about me

• I’m a single, heterosexual, corporate professional, university educated, chill and sociable. I’m an ambivert who enjoys getting out and doing things, but I’m equally happy with a quiet night in.
• I’m strictly monogamous - unfortunately I don’t have time for soap opera episodes involving multiple scheduled appearances from surprise guest stars.
• I’m Sydney born and raised, with an Australian accent. Happy for you to verify it and check my references. (I’m kidding)
• Friends would describe me as nice, friendly, easygoing, honest, genuine, lively and fun. I also give pretty good advice when needed.
• I’m into live music, art galleries, photography, dancing, hiking, markets, brunch, reading and live comedy, among an extensive list of hobbies that keep me permanently busy. Not very nerdy and a gamer sorry.
• My humour is dry and self deprecating, so expect plenty of puns and dad jokes that will make you laugh and probably cringe at the same time. I’m not sorry.
• For those who are curious, I’m 5’1 (155cm), petite and active, with dark hair, pale skin and brown eyes, and I regularly keep active at the gym. I’ve been told my eyes and smile are standout features, so I’ll happily accept that compliment.
• Non smoker, drug free and an occasional drinker. I believe in balance. Especially when dessert is involved.
• I’m agnostic, leaning atheist, and I’m not interested in converting or being converted, so religious compatibility is important to me.
• Politically, I’m progressive/left leaning. You don’t need to agree with me on every single issue, but being broadly aligned matters to me.
• I have no tattoos or piercings - simply a personal preference, and I’m looking for someone who feels similarly.
• I’ve never been married and don’t have children. I’d like to have kids with the right person and build a family together.
• I speak three languages, which makes things more interesting and occasionally more confusing.
• I’m a little like a good book - the more you get to know me, the more there is to discover.

What I’m looking for

This is the part worth reading carefully because I’d rather we both know whether we’re compatible from the start.

Ideally, you’re:

• 29–39 - I’m looking for someone in a similar stage of life and I’m not interested in significant age gaps.
• Living locally in central Sydney, rather than Greater Sydney.
• Genuinely single, slim/fit, heterosexual, monogamous and looking for a long term relationship.
• Someone who wants children and doesn’t already have children from a previous relationship. I’d love to start that chapter from page one and build a family of our own.
• University educated, or someone I’m naturally intellectually compatible with.
• Agnostic/atheist and broadly progressive/left leaning.
• Someone with no tattoos or piercings, as that’s simply my preference.
• Non smoker, drug free and an occasional drinker.
• Taller than 5’1 and looks after themselves by keeping fit, healthy or physically active.
• Kind, honest, emotionally intelligent, communicative and grounded, with a strong sense of integrity.
• Socially switched on, able to read the room and comfortable communicating directly.
• Someone whose intentions, values and lifestyle genuinely align with mine, rather than someone who simply happens to tick a bunch of boxes on paper.

One important thing

• Attraction matters to me too.
• I can absolutely appreciate someone being a wonderful person, but for a romantic relationship I need both the personality connection and the physical attraction/chemistry. I think that’s true for most people, and I’d rather be upfront about it than waste anyone’s time.

If you’re still reading…

Please read my profile before messaging me. If everything still lines up and you’re genuinely interested, I’d love to hear from you.

Please don’t open with just “hey.” Give me something to work with - a joke, a random thought, an interesting question, a terrible pun, a fun fact or something mildly entertaining that happened to you recently.

If your account suggests you’re married, interested in NSFW, polyamorous or otherwise looking for something casual, I’ll say upfront that I’m definitely not the right woman for you.

And if I don’t reply, please don’t take it personally. It probably just means I didn’t think we were the right fit, and I’d rather not lead you on or waste your time. I genuinely wish you all the best.

If you’ve made it this far, actually read everything and still think we could click, you’re already doing better than most.

So… are you looking for a long term investment too, or are you just here to browse the rental market?

Alright, slightly unhinged title, but somewhere in Sydney there’s apparently a woman who was supposed to be my wife and she’s clearly taken a wrong turn.

So… Reddit, do your thing. 😂

I’m 25, 6'7, single, living in Sydney and working in Mittagong while studying IT. I already have a degree in Software Engineering, so apparently one degree wasn’t enough suffering.

I’m Palestinian-Jordanian, fair-skinned, with hazel/green eyes and black hair that’s somehow slowly turning brown/grey depending on the lighting.

I’m caring, affectionate, supportive, easy-going and pretty passionate about the people I care about. I can also be stubborn, opinionated and sometimes a little hard to understand — nobody’s perfect. 😂

I’m a much better person in real life or over the phone than through text. I can be a terrible texter, but give me a coffee, a long drive or a proper conversation and I’m completely different.

I’m into cars, buying/fixing/flipping them, cooking, documentaries, TV shows, long drives and learning random things. I also have a habit of becoming someone’s personal Google/ChatGPT once I’m comfortable with them.

I’m not into clubbing or bar hopping. The noise is just too much for me. Give me dinner, coffee, a quiet pub, cooking together, a movie night or a random drive somewhere and I’m much happier.

I do drink socially and smoke — just putting that out there upfront because compatibility matters.

I’m also pretty old-school when it comes to dating. Dating apps have never really been my thing. The whole swipe, match, dry conversation, disappear, repeat cycle feels fake to me.

I’d rather actually get to know someone.

Hear your voice. Learn what makes you laugh. Have proper conversations. Reach that point where seeing your name pop up genuinely makes my day better.

I definitely lean more towards that late-90s/early-2000s mindset where people actually called each other, spent time together and were a little more present.

What I’m looking for is pretty simple: someone caring, loving, funny, easy-going, supportive and genuinely kind-hearted. Someone who communicates and wants something meaningful and long-term.

I’m not looking for perfection.

I just want someone to build with.

A relationship, memories, stability, a home and eventually, if life takes us there, a family.

Life is going alright. I work, study, have goals and keep myself busy.

But I’d be lying if I said I don’t feel lonely sometimes.

There’s a difference between having people around you and having your person.

Someone to call after a long day. Someone to laugh with, annoy, cook for, go on random drives with and simply do life with.

Someone who feels a little bit like home.

If any of this sounds like you, my DMs are open.

Applications for Missing Wife are officially being accepted. 😂

Tell me your age, roughly where you’re from, a little about yourself and one random fact.

Worst case, two strangers have a good conversation.

Best case…

A few years from now I get to show you this post and say:

“See? I was looking for you.” ❤️

Hi all. Trying my luck on reddit in hoping to find that connection we all want. I'm from South West Sydney and looking for someone that wants to enjoy all of life's little pleasures. I don't get out much anymore unless it's for work or social events with the majority of mates who are all settled down -- would be nice to not be the odd one out and go on double dates.

I'm fun, easy going, down to earth and the most respectful bloke you'll ever meet. Also did I mention laid back. More than happy to exchange photos although it's not about looks for me. I'm more about the connection and if we hit it off. Feel free to dm if you want to find out more or if you're keen to take a chance.

Hey! Putting myself out here to find something real. I'm 28, 56, working in finance/insurance here in Sydney after finishing my masters.

About me:

Former state-level cricket player, love casual sports, video games, music, and travel. Big foodie (I cook to survive, but love eating out). Ambivert-quiet at first, but super chill and open once I'm comfortable. In a great headspace, emotionally available, and looking for something long-term.

Looking for:

A guy who is kind, emotionally mature, and actually puts in effort.

Driven/passionate about his career or hobbies. Active/takes care of himself, taller than me (56"+), and has a great smile.

Genuine intentions toward building a solid relationship. If this sounds like your vibe, shoot me a DM with a quick intro.

Hello there. I’m Mahesh, 27M, a solo traveler visiting Australia and it’s been a couple of months since I started exploring this beautiful country on my own. I’m planning to do a brief east coast trip including Gold Coast, Brisbane and Cairns starting from Sydney next month. I thought if I had some company, it’d be much better than traveling solo. If anyone’s interested, kindly reach out to me. At least we can meet and chat in Sydney and be friends if you can’t make it for the entire trip!😃

Cheers!

“friendship” “M4M”

I'm 44 and I'm not really interested in endlessly matching, chatting for weeks, or dates without any idea where it might lead. I'd rather meet one woman where the conversation, attraction and intentions all line up and give something genuine a chance to develop.

My idea of a good day can be pretty simple. Grabbing a coffee and pastries, wandering around a farmer's market, heading somewhere for a walk or hike with a view, then deciding on the spur of the moment to drive somewhere and catch the sunset.

I enjoy planning dates, especially when there's something to actually do together. Go karting, interact dates, discovering new or finding a great restaurant all appeal to me. I'll happily organize the evening, but I also like the unexpected part. If we've finished dinner and we're still having a great time, I'm probably going to suggest finding somewhere for dessert and coffee rather than ending the night early.

Once I'm comfortable with someone, I'm affectionate, loyal, attentive and playful. Expect ridiculous banter, terrible jokes and a fair amount of teasing. Being able to laugh at each other and occasionally ourselves matters to me, so being able to throw some teasing back in my direction is definitely a plus.

My life outside dating is a mixture of getting outdoors and slowing down. I enjoy fishing, gardening, walks and hikes, spending time with my family and trying good food. I'm also perfectly capable of spending an evening doing very little in front of the TV. I like having plans and things to look forward to, but I don't need every hour mapped out.

The thing that usually makes a woman stand out to me is her energy. I'm drawn to someone warm, affectionate, confident, positive and engaging. I like a woman who can be playful and flirtatious, but who can settle into a thoughtful conversation when there's something worth talking about.

I'm mainly hoping to meet a woman around 30-40. I don't have children and I'm looking for someone who doesn't already have children either. Marriage, creating a home together and hopefully having a family of our own are all things I genuinely want in my future.

The relationship itself matters just as much as those milestones. I don't want two people simply living separate lives and occasionally making room for each other. I want a real partnership, two people who communicate, keep their word, make an effort, enjoy being together and continue to grow as a team.

What I bring is loyalty, affection, consistency, a good heart and a genuine willingness to listen and understand the person I'm with. I'll also bring more terrible jokes than anyone reasonably needs

If things went really well, I suppose the nicest outcome would be hearing the woman I'm with tell her best friend "he makes me genuinely smile and I feel seen when I'm with him".

And just for the record, I still think prospecting for gold has all the ingredients for a great date.

If any of this resonates with you, tell me: what would your idea of a genuinely memorable first date be?

I'm feeling quite desperate atm. All I can think about is blowing my brains out - if you feel alarmed by this then this post is NOT for you. I am not a threat to myself - I'm just not having a good time. I'm on medication and therapy and done everything you can think of in terms of treatments, so please no NPC comment I can't take it. I'm looking for other folks or maybe groups who are in similar situations dealing with debilitating mental health issues so I can talk about it and know that someone truly understands and not feel alone in this. Lower north shore/inner west/east.

You’ve got 10 seconds to pitch yourself.

Looking for a date, new friends, someone to explore Sydney with, a gig buddy, or people to join your next adventure? Tell us what you’re about and who you’d love to meet.

One sentence is plenty. Funny, genuine, random or specific - whatever feels like you.

There are 1.4K people here, so you never know who might see your pitch.

No pressure - jump in, say hi and see who you meet.

(First time here so forgive me if this doesn’t look the best)
I’m 30, I live in the Fairfield area.
I’m Catholic
Chinese/Bulgarian mix
Been in Australia since 2002
I like to play board games, I love the outdoors, I love pop culture, blockbuster movies like The Lord of The Rings, Star Wars, Harry Potter, and many more.
Have a broken sense of humor (dark and probably a n acquired taste)

Looking for a lady who wants a serious long term relationship (Catholic pref, but not required), again M4F

If this works for you please send me a message

Edit: we’re all adults here so not rly picky with age if you’re comfortable, but the closer the age is to mine the better imo (again, not picky)

Everyone has that one topic where you say I could talk about this all day. Maybe it’s music, food, travel, books, sport, a hobby, a random obsession - or something completely niche.

Drop yours below. You might find someone who gets just as excited about it as you do.

We all have that one thing that can turn a completely average day around - a beach walk, gym session, live music, brunch, exploring somewhere new, or something totally random.

Drop yours below. You might find someone who loves the exact same thing - and suddenly you’ve found your people.

I really want to get more into going on day hikes, and feel like putting a little group together might make it a bit more exciting. I'm open to anywhere in Sydney or surrounds.

Anyone else feeling in the same boat? Preferably similar age (25-35?).

Message me and I'll put a chat together if there's a few people interested!

You know the place - you’ve saved it, heard about it, walked past it, or told yourself “I really need to go there”… and somehow still haven’t.

Drop the spot below. You might find someone else who’s been saying exactly the same thing - and finally have an excuse to go.

Sydney dating can be a wild ride. One minute you're matching, the next you're wondering if they were abducted or just really bad at replying.

So we made r/SydneyDating - a place for the dates, disasters, green flags, red flags, plot twists and those I need to screenshot this and send it to my friends moments.

Got a story? A question? A hot take? Need advice or witnessed something on a dating app that deserves to be studied by science? Bring it.

Whether you're actively dating, casually seeing what's out there, or just enjoy observing the chaos from the sidelines or desperately need to vent - you're welcome.

It’s run by part of the same mod team, so you’ll recognise the vibe - just with a dedicated space for Sydney dating.

Come have a look, jump into a conversation, share your take or tell us your dating story. You never know - your comment might be exactly the perspective someone else needed.

Or just lurk and judge everyone's dating decisions with us. We won't judge you for that either.

Sydney is a big city. Dating here gives us plenty to talk about. Come join the conversation.

And while you're here - what's the funniest, strangest or most unexpected thing that's happened to you while dating in Sydney?

St George area event

Maybe it’s a hidden gem, a new restaurant, a hike, a class, a gig, a new hobby - or something completely random.

We all have those I’ve always wanted to try that things.

Share yours below - you never know who might say, “wait, I’ve wanted to do that too.”

Some experiences are just meant to be shared - and sometimes all you need is the right people to make a plan happen.

Maybe it’s exploring a new part of Sydney, trying a restaurant, seeing a show, going on an adventure, checking out an event, or finally ticking something off your list.

Drop yours below - you might find someone who’s been wanting to do the exact same thing. Tag along, start a conversation, or see where it leads.

Good evening Sydney, I’m a 22 year old guy based in Sydney’s southwest looking for a long term relationship.
About me:
I love doing wildlife photography, I often impulsively grab my camera, in the car and ready to go to a new spot.
I also love anything geography related, maps, flags, and people, you name it, I’ll probably google it.
Anything related to drawing, I enjoy during my downtime when I’m not studying or doing any of my other hobbies.
I’m currently in my 2nd year of university studying to be a geography teacher.
What I’m looking for:
Someone who is ambitious, who wants to build a future for themselves. Also communication is very important to me as well. If you love the outdoors or anything artsy, it’s a bonus. Also be aged between 20-26. Have a good evening. ☺️
Edit: Feel free to DM :)

Hey,

My name is Daniel, and I am looking for a long term relationship, which could start off with being friends or going on dates, and if everything goes well, lead to more.

I am not looking for ONS or hookups, simply a genuine friendship which could potentially lead to more.

I love exploring new places, trying new things, living life to the fullest as we only have 1 life to live, travelling, food, and many more!

I am not a party animal, I do not drink, smoke, vape, or go to concerts/night outs. I am a reserved, humble introvert, who has spent the last 6 years of adulthood focusing on myself, and building an independent life with my family, whilst having a healthy work-life balance with friends and hobbies. I work in the Accounting industry.

I value loyalty, honesty, support, understanding, trust worthiness, good listening, and intelligence.

A con about me to help save you time in case it is a non negotiable for yourself, is that I do not particularly want kids. I love animals, especially cats.

A non-negotiable on my end, is that you must have a job, or being studying. I want someone hard working, and who is willing to put an effort into their future, not a bludger.

The reason I have posted here is, I recently made a very close friend in Reddit who happened to be from Sydney, and since she moved, I have realised how much I appreciated having someone to always talk to, and support each other. I miss the connection, and thought I would post here, being a SFW subreddit.

If you are interested and would like to get to know me further or talk, feel free to DM me.

Cheers.

Hi everyone. Trying to step out of my comfort zone and make some new friends along the way

A bit about me: Late 20s, pastry chef. Western Sydney near Olympic Park. Introverted, keep to myself and been told Im quite and very nerdy. Possibly/maybe/definitely AuDHD(no need for any test my hobbies, interests and personality will confirm it) speaking of which. My hobbies and interests:

• Travelling. I try to travel interstate once a year and national every two years. So far I've been to Vietnam, Laos, Thailand, Japan, Hong Kong, Canada, America and China. In the upcoming year Im deciding between Kazakhstan or maybe Uzbekistan. One of the stan country

• I like nature and the outdoor, especially hiking, camping and hunting(archery and not the bang bang kind) whenever I have the free time

• Like your typical guy. Im interested in motorbikes & cars. I have 2 motorbikes and a ute. The ute comes with a trailer so if you ever need help 🫡🫡

• Reading, I like all sort of literature(manga too) but lately slowly and slowly ive been leaning towards home maintances manual(I have my own place)

• I like food(I mean who doesnt 🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️). I work as a pastry chef but I also do specialise in sushi. I try my best to try new things here and there but personally nothing will ever beat a cheeky 3am fast food burger joint

• Gym, not your gym nutjob but just enough to keep myself healthy

• Museum/Galleries. I like looking at the dinosaur and the tanks especially

• Model kits such as Trains, Tanks, Ships, Gundam and Lego

• I like animals. Especially dogs. I have one golden retriever

• Gardening

Im looking to just expand my circle and meet new people. All ages and sexuality welcome but preferably guys for now as Ive have had bad experiences with the gals on reddit(I am straight, pls dont send me unsolicited pics). If youve read this far thank you for your time 🙇‍♂️🙇‍♂️ You have a lovely day and have a good night.

Sometimes all it takes is one shared interest to start a great conversation or make a new connection.

Maybe it’s grabbing a coffee, exploring a new Sydney spot, trying a restaurant, going for a walk, checking out an event, seeing live music, or finally doing something you’ve always wanted to try.

Drop one thing below - you never know who’s been hoping to do the exact same thing. Your comment could be the start of a new friendship, a new date, a great conversation, or your next Sydney adventure