[wendywoo]

Have just arrived in Browns Bay area North Shore last week. Spent the last week getting the kids sorted for school. Both girls started school today, and it has just hit me that I'm on the other side of the world and know no one, not a very nice feeling!!
I am a nurse and will look for work in a few weeks time once the girls are settled, but how do I meet people in the meantime?? OH is at work all day, so he's ok in that he has contacts at work.
I am from a relatively small town in Ireland where I knew sooo many people and they knew us (not always a good thing!!), but this just feels weird not knowing a soul. Any ides=as would be much appreciated or if there is anyone out there living fairly locally I would love to meet up:). Thanks in anticipation of your helpful replies

[Helsandfamily]

Hi Wendy,

Would be happy to meet for a coffee in Brown's Bay :)

Hels

[BkyMonster]

You might look for local classes and groups of things you are interested in.
The local council web pages often have links to community events, or if you have hobbies that have shops for supplies going to the store and asking about classes or groups might also be helpful.
http://www.brownsbay.co.nz/
HTH

[Kanga]

I think hobbies and interests are the way to go and if you didn't really have any in the UK (I was a sah parent and sort of let that take over so didn't really have any!!) then perhaps it's a good chance to adopt something that appeals. Libraries often have book groups, which is a good one because it involves chatting (and sometimes cake).

[Arwen]

Fancy singing in a rock band????? I do and it has opened up a whole new social life for me!!! :clap

[wendywoo]

Would love to , but I think everyone would run a mile when I start to sing.... My very kind OH says I have a voice like a cat, personally I think I sound ok after a bottle or two of wine!!!:D

[wendywoo]

Hi Hels I have pm'd you with my no. Would love to meet for a coffee:)

[newkiwis2]

Hi Wendy

I know how you feel not knowing anyone here.
Nearly 2 years ago I was in the same position nad I posted a similiar post yo yours.
I live in Torbay which is just up the road and would love to meet you for a coffee.

Welcome to Paradise

Mandye

[sweetpea]

Quite by accident, I've found the easiest way to meet neighbors is to start a project in my front garden. Spending a few hours creating a new flowerbed or other beautifying touch will give your neighbors an opportunity and a reason to come over and talk. Plus, you have a readymade topic of conversation.

[3fromSA]

Im up for a meet in august-when we get there!!!