[FREE]Language exchange! Make friends & practice English🇦🇺🇬🇧🇫🇷🇯🇵🇮🇳🇫🇷, Wed, Mar 19, 2025, 6:00 PM...

📣IMPORTANT📣: Please note that registration is required! Attendees who do not register will incur a $5 entry fee. To attend for FREE, simply sign up using the link below:
https://bit.ly/LanguageExchangeMembership-FluentFast

== Connect Before the Event ==
(Optional:) Feel free to share the languages you are learning and teaching in the comments, so you can connect with fellow attendees. For example: "#learnFrench #teachEnglish Can't wait to see everyone! :-)

Event Overview:
Join us every week as over 150 individuals from more than 23 countries gather for our vibrant language exchange, where you can practice new languages while making friends over a casual drink. 🍻
At New To Melbourne, you'll immediately feel the warm community vibe; our members are friendly, supportive, and always ready to welcome newcomers. We encourage you to bring a friend and join us for an enjoyable evening of language practice!
This free language exchange takes place every Wednesday night, and if you arrive at 6 PM, you can enjoy affordable food and drinks! 🍻🍟

Interested in Attending?
Event cost: FREE! (Don't forget to register for free entry: https://bit.ly/LanguageExchangeMembership-FluentFast)

First Time Attendee? / What is a Language Exchange?
If you are new to language exchanges (and many are), we've created a helpful article for first timers based on our extensive experience of over 8 years in organizing these events. It's a must-read:
https://bit.ly/firstTimeAtTheLanguageExchange

===== EVENT FORMAT =====
Upon arrival, you'll receive a badge indicating your native language and the languages you wish to learn. Wear it with your native language displayed on the right and the languages you’re learning on the left. Then, mingle and exchange languages!
What to bring: A pen, paper, and your positive energy!
Age Requirement: 18+

===== FREE PIZZA AND BEER FOR VOLUNTEERS! =====
We're seeking friendly volunteers eager to assist and welcome newcomers to our event. In return, we offer complimentary drinks and snacks (like pizza wedges) along with a supportive team of fellow volunteers. If you’re attending for the first time, feel free to apply—many of our volunteers are newcomers too!
For more details on volunteering, click the link below:
https://bit.ly/NTM-Lang-Exchange-volunteering

===== Group Guidelines =====
We are committed to creating a safe and friendly environment for everyone. To ensure this, we have a few rules:
1. This is *not* a dating event; please refrain from asking for personal contact information. Use Meetup's private chat for communication.
2. No advertising for other groups, events, or services during or after the event.
3. Please avoid promoting products or services (e.g., MLM, mentorship) and do not ask attendees to fill out surveys.
4. Do not add participants to WeChat or WhatsApp groups without consent.
By joining our group or attending our events, you agree to adhere to these guidelines. If you notice any violations, you may speak to the host.

===== MENU🍔 =====
Our venue has provided a special menu featuring affordable bites! 🍟 Updates will be posted soon.

===== NEW TO MELBOURNE! =====
This event is hosted by New to Melbourne! We aim to create fun, affordable experiences for individuals aged 18-35, including international students, backpackers, and locals.
Discover all our upcoming social events and tours here:
https://bit.ly/FF-Free-language-exchange
We look forward to seeing you soon! :-)