“ I joined meetup because I'm very much a people person and I love the company of all types of women and men. Also, I get a buzz out of exchanging ideas and seeing how other people live, think and behave. ”

“ Hey my name is Ted. I've always liked games of all types. Some of my favorite board games are Settlers of Catan, Kill Doctor Lucky, Clue, The Game of Life. I'm always up for trying some new board games too! ”

“ I reside close to Maryborough, and I would like to meetup with book readers in Ballarat. I have quite a few books to swap. ”

“ Hi. I'm looking to make friends and keep my fitness levels (such as they are) up. ”

“ Hello there, I'm a 25yo single female. New to the area and keen to meet new friends. I enjoy the outdoors and love the Horse Racing. ”

“ Hi Everyone, My partner and I moved to Geelong from interstate late last year. Leaving family and friends behind has been a bit isolating. I being involved with my community before we moved and would like to be again. ”

“ Hi Everybody. I love outdoor activities and I would like to find more friends to share my time especially in weekends. I moved to Australia, Melbourne 20 months ago, and I love the nature of Australia. Elli ”

“ hi everyone i would love to meet up with people for coffee dinner movies or dog socialising as i have 2 dogs. Would like to expand my circle of friends and maybe meet up with others who have children as well. I have 2 children 12 and 15. ”

“ I want local meetups so I can enjoy my interests with new people. ”

“ Life is what you make it out to be! ”

“ Hello, I have a busy career in the audio visual industry and would like to expand my social network so I have an excuse not to work on weekends! I love meeting new people and am looking forward to catching up with some of you in the near future. ”

“ Hey im Kat. I like dinners, dogs, movies, wine, festivals & events, cooking... meetups look good, want to meet some cool new people, share and learn new things... ”

“ I would simply like to meet new people as well as exercising and being healthy as well as finding people who would like the movees ”

“ I have just moved to Geelong from the UK with my australian partner. I am 23 and would like to meet new people to make friends for chats, drinks, dinners, coffee and general fun! ”

“ hi i'm into fitness,triathlon in summer,bike riding,running competition in winter.i'm looking forword to meet new people ”

“ Hello, everyone. I was moved in Melbourne from China two months age.I enjoy closing the nature. I like hiking, climbing and adventure.I have experience in hiking and climbing in China. I am interested in meeting new friends. ”

“ Hi,I Would like a meetup for single parents that focuses on the parents .Meeting new social contacts to help develop a good network for a positive balanced fun life. ”

“ I'm back! I lost access to my account as my passwords were phished, but I'm back on deck and rearing to go! I want to meet interesting people and talk about movies and other cool stuff.... Therese ”

“ Hey, everyone: It's so nice to see more women are concerned about fitness and mental health. Let's work out together to have a good health, enjoy this wonderful world. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I would like to improve my cooking skills, continue a quality, healthy life and perhaps meet some new and interesting people. ”

“ hi everyone my name is lisa i am a single mum of 2 i am here cos i don't get alot of free time to meet new people so i thought this would be a way to start ”

“ Hey there! I've been traveling in Australia in the last few months and want to settle down in Melbourne for a while. Wanna meet nice new people and have a lot of fun! ”

“ Hi my name is Martina, i'm a single parent, who works full time. I would like to meet other single parents in the area for social get together. ”

“ Hi I'm Hone Watson, and I'd like to meet people here who are interested in going to charity events, for fun, networking, and a good cause. ”

“ Hi. My name is Marnie and I am interested in getting involved to meet new friends. ”

“ I have been a Prince fan for well since I was in high school and his music of course.. I am 35 single and live now in Thornbury... 0404540883 Always looking to broaden my experiences and circle of friends. http://www.myspace.com/whiterabbit4u ”

“ hi there, am wanting to meet new people, to make new friends to socialise with =) ”

“ I want to meet people with similar interests and have fun. I'm interested in walking, reading, writing, cinema, camping, eating out and many other things. Melbourne has so many opportunities & I'd prefer to do things with other interesting people. ”

“ Hi, Just recently moved to melbourne from singapore and would like to expand my social network & share my experiences with like minded people. :) ”

“ Hello! I am a newbie to this city, having just arrived from Sydney not long ago. So I would like to meet new friends who share similar interests in salsa dance, cooking, learning new languages, going to dance performances and shows. ”

“ Hi, I am interested in meeting other single parents. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because i want to meet new and interesting people........... ”

“ I want local Coffee Meetups because I absolutely love coffee and need my caffeine hit at least once a day. I also love meeting new people and sitting in a nice cafe and just relaxing and chilling out. ”

“ i wanna meet new people ”

“ Hi there I've joined Meetup to gain a broader social network, experience new things and share my interests with like minded people. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because i want to extnd my social network ”

“ Always time for a coffee.... ”

“ Coffee lover/ addict for 10 years now. I'm just hoping you don't meet at starbucks :) ”

“ I looooooove coffee! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I have been interested in paranormal since childhood and it would be interesting to meet like minded people and get to know real life experiences. ”

“ Looks like a great way to meet new people and increase my social network. ”

“ Hi, looking forward to meeting everyone! Please call me Flic xox ”

“ Hi, I moved to Melbourne from the Cotswolds a couple of months ago and would love to meet some people to chat, chill out over a few drinks and just generally have some fun. ”

“ hope to know someone who really love coffee! ”

“ Hi everyone Don't know what to say...coz if i say too much won't have anything left to say over coffee hehe so umm HIIII....looking forward to meeting u all ”

“ ciao a tutti mi chiamo Silvia e sono italiana. I live in Melbourne from few years and think it s fantastic! It s a nice idea to meet on a cafe and I would like to came and excenge opinion with new people so see you soon! ”

“ Hehe I actually like tea better than coffee, but I certainly enjoy making new friends in a cafe! ”

“ This blog is great..I love doing activities. I will get lots of great experience, and it would be lovely to meet different people, hear different stories... ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I'm too chicken to go and see horror films by myself. ”

“ Hi everyone out there!! Has the interest to learn Korean.Will like to meet you who also like Korean culture! ”

“ I like exploring new places to have great coffee. It will also be great to meet some new faces. ”

“ I want these local meetups,so i can get out more and meet new friends,to have a good social network. ”

“ I want local Terry Pratchett Meetups because I love his books and his view of life. ”

“ its an area I'm interested in and practicing on my own isn't the same ”

“ yo from the get go ”

“ I want these local Meetups because i love to meet people with my interests ”

“ Hi there people ccall me the "coffee man" - i just lurrrvvvveeee coffee! ”

“ Would love to join this sort of group to socialise my dog and for me to meet other dog owners to share info, stories and make friends. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because love eating,and gourmet. I cook any asian foods especially Japanese food very well.I want to exchange the recipes. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I love meeting and socializin with people from the world over... ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I want to meet more people and develop new friends. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I would like to be able to put the recent wine appreciation course that I have just recently completed into practice ! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because im new to the city and need someone in a similar situation to explore the city with and have a good laugh. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because ......................................... ”