InterNations – The Place for New Zealanders Living in Australia

Want to connect with the expat community of Newu0020Zealanders in Australia? Looking for Newu0020Zealand compatriots to help you with your questions on expat life? Or are you looking for other Newu0020Zealand expats to go on an excursion to Queensland with?

InterNations Australia offers everything you might need as an expat, no matter whether you already live in Australia or are still in Newu0020Zealand planning your upcoming foreign assignment. InterNations is the leading platform among expatriates and global minds in all countries around the world. Needless to say, our community of Newu0020Zealand expats in Australia is going very strong, with members having roots all across Newu0020Zealand - from Christchurch, over Auckland to Wellington.

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Serhat Ahmed

Serhat Ahmed

Without experience of having lived abroad, I thought it would be hard to get to know other expats. But not with InterNations.

Lotta Koskinen

Lotta Koskinen

When I first attended the Sydney Bar night I was really nervous. But everyone welcomed me and I quickly felt as part of the community.

An amazing community is waiting for you!

Meet international people at local events

Meet international people at local events

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

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Meet other New Zealanders at our events in Australia

Attend our monthly events and activities for New Zealanders expatriates to get to know like-minded expatriates in real life.

InterNations Melbourne: X-Mas Bubbles @ Harlow
InterNations Melbourne: X-Mas Bubbles @ Harlow
Join us for some ☀️ Summer ☀️🎄 Festive 🎄 🥂 Bubbles 🥂 What a combo, hey! It really doesn’t get much better than a summery celebration of the holiday season, in true Aussie style 🏄 We’ll gather at the lovely, leafy Beer Garden at Harlow from 1 PM to share a few drinks, enjoy the sunshine, and t
Join us for some ☀️ Summer ☀️🎄 Festive 🎄 🥂 Bubbles 🥂 What a combo, hey! It really doesn’t get much better than a summery celebration of the holiday season, in true Aussie style 🏄 We’ll gather at the lovely, leafy Beer Garden at Harlow from 1 PM to share a few drinks, enjoy the sunshine, and t
Hark, the Trotters Sing: A Night of Xmas! Sing, Dine,River Walk
Ho, ho, ho! It's Christmas time, mistletoe and wine, Time for trotters to sing more rhyme... Karaoke is back by popular demand! Looks like 'tis the season for singing and this time, we'll be rocking around the Christmas tree, having an ultimate night of fun, caroling away. This is your night
Ho, ho, ho! It's Christmas time, mistletoe and wine, Time for trotters to sing more rhyme... Karaoke is back by popular demand! Looks like 'tis the season for singing and this time, we'll be rocking around the Christmas tree, having an ultimate night of fun, caroling away. This is your night
InterNations Sydney Newcomers' Event - December 2025
InterNations Sydney Newcomers' Event - December 2025
New in Sydney? New to InterNations? Our Newcomers’ Events are smaller, lovely get-togethers, especially organized for members who are new in our community. At Zeta Bar, sink into a leather sofa and enjoy the indulgent rich-hued interior, or take in the breathtaking views from the rooftop terrace.
New in Sydney? New to InterNations? Our Newcomers’ Events are smaller, lovely get-togethers, especially organized for members who are new in our community. At Zeta Bar, sink into a leather sofa and enjoy the indulgent rich-hued interior, or take in the breathtaking views from the rooftop terrace.
Island Xmas Lunch
Island Xmas Lunch
Xmas lunch at The Island at Elizabeth Quay. Previous International Xmas BBQ at Sir James Mitchell Park in South Perth has been cancelled due to weather forecast of 40 degrees. Close to public transport for train, bus and ferry. Table numbers will be confirmed on the day. New members welcome.
Xmas lunch at The Island at Elizabeth Quay. Previous International Xmas BBQ at Sir James Mitchell Park in South Perth has been cancelled due to weather forecast of 40 degrees. Close to public transport for train, bus and ferry. Table numbers will be confirmed on the day. New members welcome.

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Why expats from New Zealand move abroad (& how they like it)

Every year, we publish one of the biggest global surveys among expats — asking them about various aspects of their life, from work to leisure. Learn what motivated our Kiwi members to move abroad, what keeps them there, and what they struggle with or miss about home.

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Our Global Partners

Pursue your hobbies with amazing new friends

Do you want to continue with your hobbies — or discover new ones — while living abroad? There’s a variety of InterNations Groups you can join, including everything from sightseeing to hiking. These are run by dedicated Consuls with at least one activity each month, such as dinners in the cities finest restaurants, sports or outings with other expats to explore all that your new home has to offer.

Personal Development Group
Personal Development Group
Night Out Group
Night Out Group
Happy Hour Group
Happy Hour Group
Changemakers Group
Changemakers Group

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Tips and Advice on Australia from Your Fellow New Zealand Expats

Obviously, expat life in Australia goes well beyond shipping your belongings and taking care of red tape. Socializing with fellow New Zealanders is an important facet of living abroad and can be a huge stepping stone in getting to know the Australian mentality and way of life. New Zealanders in Australia are a part of our community, calling cities such as Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra, and many others home. You can use InterNations to look for fellow New Zealanders in Canberra, for example.

Wondering where to shop for New Zealand delicatessen, want to discuss your national team's latest match, or simply talk to someone in your native language? Become a member of the Australian InterNations Community!

  • Our network is the best place to meet expats from New Zealand.
  • On the Australia Expat Forums, you can get competent answers to all your expat-related questions: how to find a babysitter fluent in your mother tongue, where to get pavlova in Canberra, etc.
  • The InterNations Places database for Australia has information on the nearest New Zealand embassy and many other institutions.

From Queensland to New South Wales, you can meet supportive and friendly New Zealand expats in Australia on InterNations.

Meet and Mingle with Fellow New Zealanders in Australia

Additionally, InterNations hosts regular expat events and activities in Australia. Our get-togethers are sure to cater to your taste as well: as a member, you can partake in cozy gatherings to enjoy some Australian vegemite, join one of our huge expat celebrations with hundreds of participants in Canberra’s best locations, and much more. Want to discover Australia? Go on a weekend trip with your fellow expats to see Uluru National Park and other beautiful landmarks.

Our meet-ups and activities offer many wonderful opportunities to mingle with expatriates hailing from New Zealand and dozens of other countries in a casual setting. Just sign up for your InterNations membership and you’ll soon hear a cordial Hello from our New Zealanders living in Australia!

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