Make new friends and practise English at USU G'day Gatherings!

Come along to our fortnightly G'day Gatherings sessions, hosted at Manning Bar! Here you will learn all sorts of things about Australia & Sydney including local Aussie slang, Aussie food & drinks, sports and activities, fun Aussie customs and traditions, Indigenous culture, & more! 👋

G'day Gatherings is a great place for you to meet other international students, learn about the most iconic spots around the Campus & Sydney, plus enjoy FREE food !!

Below is our schedule for Sem 1!

Please note: To help us manage catering and ensure fairness for all attendees, we kindly ask that you arrive before 1:55 pm. Late arrivals may only be admitted if space is still available.

WELCOME TO SYDNEY! 🦘 Tues, 3th Mar | Manning Bar 1:30-3pm

Come and join us to discover some of Australia’s iconic destinations, meet new friends, enjoy snacks, and ask anything you’d like. This is a great chance to have fun, make connections, and learn a little more about this amazing country along the way!

G'DAY MATE: AUSSIE SLANG! 🩴 Tues, 17th Mar | Manning Bar 1:30-3pm

Ever been stumped by an Aussie dropping a “yeah nah,” “nah yeah,” or even a “yeah nah yeah”? No worries! This session will help you decode these classic expressions and learn how to use them in everyday conversation. We’ll keep it fun, relaxed, and easy to follow, so you can dive right into Aussie slang without feeling overwhelmed. Come along, make some mates, and get ready to chat like a local!

AUSSIE FOOD & DRINKS! 🍺 Tues, 31st Mar | Manning Bar 1:30-3pm

Get ready to try cultural Australian foods in a classic afternoon tea! We'll have a chat and look into the history & stories that are behind some of these iconic treats!

AUSSIE BIRTHDAY TRADITIONS! 🎂 Tues, 21st April; | Manning Bar 1:30-3pm

Discover how Australians celebrate birthdays, learn about our unique traditions including cheers & other festive customs!

FIRST NATIONS: INDIGENOUS CULTURE 🖤 Tues, 5th May | The main entrance of Quard 1:30-3pm

An introduction to Australia! We are inviting Uncle Jimmy to join us for this event, where we will explore campus and learn more about Gadigal land. You’ll also get the chance to connect with new friends along the way.

Please join the WhatsApp group chat if you can’t find us. : https://chat.whatsapp.com/JytsZa8mGviAgHvv0lv27O

G'DAY GATHERINGS CLOSING PARTY🎁 Tues, 19th May | Manning Bar 1:30-3pm

Celebrate getting to the end of G'day Gatherings for Semester 1 with free food, fun games & activities, and music!

Frequently asked questions:

What are USU G'Day Gatherings?
Led by our friendly group facilitator, G'Day Gatherings (formerly Australian Discussion Groups) are social sessions where you can meet international students, practise English and learn more about Australian culture.
G'Day Gatherings run fortnightly throughout the semester, with each session on a different topic including Aussie Slang and Aussie Food & Drinks. Free Snacks included!

Who can join G'Day Gatherings?
These sessions are open to all USU Members. If you aren’t a member yet, make sure you sign up today so you can come along and enjoy all the fun. The best part is, it's free for all USYD students! Sign up for USU membership here.

What are the Covid-19 safety requirements?
Attendees are required to follow all of the University's Covid Safety Precautions and any Covid Safety requirements issued by the NSW Health.

What if I don’t receive my confirmation email?
Please email us if you don't receive confirmation of your registration.

Tickets are sold out. What do I do now?
Please email us if you'd like to join the waitlist, and we'll contact you as soon as a spot opens. But don't worry if you miss out on this Australian Discussion Group, the next one is just around the corner!

Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims and Assumption of Risk:
By participating in this event, I agree to the terms and conditions:
1. Participants are responsible for their own behaviour and any resulting consequences. The University of Sydney Union shall not be liable for any loss, damage, or theft of personal belongings or any injury to the individual or others resulting from the event. Furthermore you agree to abide by the terms and conditions of this event.
2. By registering or participating in this event, you hereby confirm that you are over 18 years of age, or in possession of consent by a legal parent or guardian and have the authority to enter into the terms herein.
3. All attendees must adhere to all COVID-19 safety requirements, including but not limited, to wearing a mask on ALL public transport.
4. I consent to being contacted by the USU via email about upcoming events and activities. I can opt out of these communications at any time.

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This semester, we're running weekly Day Trips to various highlights, from an Luna Parks to China town food tour Adventures 🔥

💛 Language Exchange
Want to learn new languages, make friends around the world, and share language skills? Then Language Exchange is the perfect program for you!
You can find more on our Semester 1 Language Exchange program here!

👋 Join our V-Team!
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You can read more and register here!

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