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InterNations - The Place for New Zealanders in Brisbane

Hello to all New Zealanders in Brisbane! Searching for other New Zealanders in Brisbane? Looking for reliable and useful insider tips from fellow New Zealanders for example, where in Brisbane can I find a New Zealand restaurant? Or where in Brisbane can I find some pavlova?

Join InterNations today and become a member of our Brisbane community. By becoming a member, you will join our active group of New Zealand expats, coming from all corners of New Zealand, from Wellington, Auckland, Christchurch, and many more.

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Benoit Julien

Benoit Julien

Before moving to Brisbane I contacted 5 members of their InterNations community. Today 3 of them are my friends.

Gabriela Jaquez

Gabriela Jaquez

As a traveling spouse it was not always easy to meet interesting people abroad. On InterNations I have many of them here in Brisbane in no time.

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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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Why you'll love InterNations in Brisbane

17,063
members in Brisbane
5+
Kiwi members
9
monthly events
7
interest-based groups

and countless possibilities for fun and friendship!

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Meet fellow New Zealanders at our events in Brisbane

Attend our monthly events and activities and join various interest-based groups to get to know like-minded expatriates and fellow New Zealanders in Brisbane.

Christmas in July: Catch-Up Brunch!
Christmas in July: Catch-Up Brunch!
July is Australia’s winter Christmas month, so we are celebrating the winter chill with a festive brunch. 👉 Don’t forget to hit. Accept to let us know you coming.
July is Australia’s winter Christmas month, so we are celebrating the winter chill with a festive brunch. 👉 Don’t forget to hit. Accept to let us know you coming.
Nomeki Vol 2 @ Rooftop Bar - Go Japanese
Nomeki Vol 2 @ Rooftop Bar - Go Japanese
nspired by the Japanese side of the venue’s identity, NOMEKI brings a deeper and more intimate energy to Sundays in Brisbane. Expect a fusion of afro, deep and melodic sounds surrounded by red and green lights, Japanese-inspired visuals, custom signage, plants, and a completely transformed rooftop
nspired by the Japanese side of the venue’s identity, NOMEKI brings a deeper and more intimate energy to Sundays in Brisbane. Expect a fusion of afro, deep and melodic sounds surrounded by red and green lights, Japanese-inspired visuals, custom signage, plants, and a completely transformed rooftop
2000s Ministry of Sound Testament 2026 - Brisbane Session
Ministry of Sound Testament 2026 - Brisbane 00s Session MINISTRY OF SOUND TESTAMENT Ministry of Sound Testament is back in July 2026 with our most highly-anticipated tour to date. The warehouse experience is primed to return to one of our favourite dancefloors, Superordinary Warehouse for our Test
Ministry of Sound Testament 2026 - Brisbane 00s Session MINISTRY OF SOUND TESTAMENT Ministry of Sound Testament is back in July 2026 with our most highly-anticipated tour to date. The warehouse experience is primed to return to one of our favourite dancefloors, Superordinary Warehouse for our Test
Christmas in July Lunch - Must Prebook
Christmas in July Lunch - Must Prebook
Join us for a beautiful 3 course Christmas in July lunch at one of my favourite places in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland. This is a place known for its scebery and romantic getaways. The food is also wonderful. This event sells out every year. Please only sign up if you are committed to attending.
Join us for a beautiful 3 course Christmas in July lunch at one of my favourite places in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland. This is a place known for its scebery and romantic getaways. The food is also wonderful. This event sells out every year. Please only sign up if you are committed to attending.

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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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Pursue your hobbies with amazing new friends

Do you want to continue pursuing your hobbies — or discover new ones — while living abroad? You can do that easily in our InterNations Groups, which offer activities based on a wide range of interests. Groups are hosted by dedicated Consuls with at least one activity each month. They organize everything from dinners to sightseeing to board game nights. For example, you can enjoy nature with the Outdoors Group, share your love of music with the Jazz Group, or go on an adventure with the Boat Trips Group. There’s something for everyone!

Language Exchange Group
Language Exchange Group
Professional Networking Group
Professional Networking Group
City Explorers Group
City Explorers Group
Outdoor Adventures Group
Outdoor Adventures Group

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New Zealand Expats in Brisbane Exchange Tips and Advice

InterNations is the perfect place for New Zealand expats in Brisbane to find the help and resources they have been looking for. The City on the Brisbane River, once known as Mian-Jin or Edenglassie, will soon become your new home with our InterNations community - we help you to take full advantage of your new life here!

  • Get to know Brisbane’s New Zealand expats.
  • Join today and find everything you need through our Expat Forums and entries from fellow New Zealanders in Brisbane.
  • Read through our extensive Expat Guides to receive useful information on Brisbane.

Mingle with Fellow New Zealanders in Brisbane at Our Events and Activities

Our Brisbane community is also very active offline. Our members get to enjoy a range of events and activities on monthly and weekly basis, e.g. a great dinner at Brisbane’s fanciest restaurant organized by our InterNations Ambassadors, or a weekend trip to explore Australia’s unique vibe. These events and activities are a perfect and casual way to get in touch with fellow New Zealand expats in your city and New Zealanders in Australia. Interested? Simply sign up for membership and join the ranks of our New Zealanders living in Brisbane.

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