InterNations - A Great Place for South Africans in Melbourne

Siya namkela nonke, welkom, isibingelelo to all of our South Africans in Melbourne! Would you like to meet South African expats in Melbourne? No matter whether you are looking to find reliable information or simply want to get advice from fellow South Africans in Melbourne, our South African members will be able to tell you where to watch your favorite team’s next match on TV, or where to find the best bobotie in Melbourne.

We welcome you to join the InterNations community of South Africans abroad. The members of the vibrant South African expat community come from Cape Town, Johannesburg, Durban and many others places in South Africa!

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Alain Nguyen

Alain Nguyen

It was easier getting to know other expatriates in Melbourne with this platform and to share our previous experiences in Australia.

Samantha Greene

Samantha Greene

I love the idea of going out with other expats here in Melbourne and exploring the nightlife this city has to offer.

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!

Why you'll love InterNations in Melbourne

30,940
members in Melbourne
5+
South-African members
15
monthly events
658
interest-based groups

and countless possibilities for fun and friendship!

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Meet fellow South Africans at our events in Melbourne

Attend our monthly events and activities and join various interest-based groups to get to know like-minded expatriates and fellow South Africans in Melbourne.

Good Friday - Easter Edition Party
Good Friday - Easter Edition Party
If you are are in Melbourne this long weekend and ready to start the weekend with high vibes. Come and enjoy a Bad Bunny Easter like no other on Good Friday Step into a neon-lit night where Latin energy meets late-night indulgence. Expect a packed dancefloor, electric atmosphere, and nothing but B
If you are are in Melbourne this long weekend and ready to start the weekend with high vibes. Come and enjoy a Bad Bunny Easter like no other on Good Friday Step into a neon-lit night where Latin energy meets late-night indulgence. Expect a packed dancefloor, electric atmosphere, and nothing but B
Nazeem Hussain (Stand Up Comedy)
Nazeem Hussain (Stand Up Comedy)
Nazeem Hussain is an Australian comedian, actor, television and radio presenter. He is best known as the creator and star of two television comedy shows, Legally Brown and Orange Is the New Brown.
Nazeem Hussain is an Australian comedian, actor, television and radio presenter. He is best known as the creator and star of two television comedy shows, Legally Brown and Orange Is the New Brown.
InterNations Melbourne: Rooftop Vibes @ Duke of Wellington
Melbourne community, here we go again! This time we’re heading to the iconic Duke of Wellington, right in the heart of the action. We’ll have a covered rooftop area with sheltered, scenic city view: the perfect setting to dive into a Friday night and ease into the weekend. Come connect with friend
Melbourne community, here we go again! This time we’re heading to the iconic Duke of Wellington, right in the heart of the action. We’ll have a covered rooftop area with sheltered, scenic city view: the perfect setting to dive into a Friday night and ease into the weekend. Come connect with friend
Time for a Laugh at the Comedy Festival :)
Time for a Laugh at the Comedy Festival :)
The very popular yearly Comedy Festival is on and the "Gratitude Guy" is taking on the stage 😀🎊✨️ You can check him out here: https://www.comedyfestival.com.au/browse-shows/gratitude-guy/ Whether you already love the Comedy festival or this will be your first time ever - you are most welcome
The very popular yearly Comedy Festival is on and the "Gratitude Guy" is taking on the stage 😀🎊✨️ You can check him out here: https://www.comedyfestival.com.au/browse-shows/gratitude-guy/ Whether you already love the Comedy festival or this will be your first time ever - you are most welcome

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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!

Brunch & Lunch Group
Brunch & Lunch Group
DinnerNations Group
DinnerNations Group
Outdoor Adventures Group
Outdoor Adventures Group
Film Lovers Group
Film Lovers Group

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Share your Experience and Provide Tips to other South Africans in Melbourne

At InterNations, South Africans in Melbourne can enjoy a platform on which they can share their experiences and tips on living abroad. Australia's centre for the arts, commerce, education and tourism has a great community of South Africans that can help you make the most of your expat experience.

  • Surf through our network of South African expats in Melbourne and get to know the local expat crowd.
  • Join today to receive trustworthy, first-hand advice from fellow South Africans in our Melbourne forum.
  • Take full advantage of the Expat Guide for Melbourne and find useful information on your new hometown.

Meet up and Mingle with South Africans in Melbourne at our International Events

The InterNations community in Melbourne is also a very lively offline network. Our regular expat events organized by our Ambassadors at the best venues in town are a fantastic way to meet fellow South Africans in Melbourne. The possibilities for interacting offline are sure to satisfy a wide range of tastes, from a hip dining experience in one of Melbourne’s trendy restaurants to a joint trip to New South Wales. Our InterNations events and activities are a great way to get to know other South African expats in your city and South Africans in Australia. Interested? Then simply sign up to become a member and you will soon be warmly welcomed among our South Africans living in Melbourne.

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