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2020 events

Aussie Recruit December Meetup
Tues, Dec 10th, 5PM -7:30PM @ Nova Credit

Are you an Aussie starting to think about your next job or actively looking? Did you know past meetups have led to multiple people landing new jobs? Join Aussie Recruit for an evening of casual networking with Aussie job seekers and E3 friendly companies actively hiring Australians.

​Los Angeles vs San Francisco - California Rugby League
​Sat Dec 7, 2-6PM @ Treasure Island
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San Francisco Savage will be led by USA Head Coach, Sean Rutgerson. The team is stacked to the brim with Tongan and Fijian talent looking to get out onto the park and entertain.

Los Angeles Mongrel are coached by former North Queensland Cowboy and Los Angeles Native Johnny Manning. The team will feature a strong showing of talent lead by USA halfback Matt Walsh. Journeyman Monte Gaddis will join the side from Cleveland, Ohio.

Aussie Christmas at Little Creatures
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Tues Dec 3, 6PM @ Little Creatures

The Australian American Chamber of Commerce has reserved a private space for the Aussies to celebrate the holidays together. No host bar and limited menu. RSVP required. 

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2019 UTS North American Alumni Reception
Fri, Nov 8, 6PM @ Rambler in downtown SF
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​Join San Francisco-based alumni for a special networking event with fellow grads and UTS staff. 

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Aussie Recruit November Meetup
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Wed, Nov 6th, 9-11AM @ Fellow in Mission
Are you an Aussie thinking about your next job or actively looking? Did you know our past meetups have led to multiple Australians landing new jobs? Join us for a cup of coffee and casual networking with Aussie job seekers and companies who are hiring Australians. Hosted at Fellow's Flagship store in the Mission. We'll have the entire space until the store opens at 11AM. ​
If you're interested in hiring Australians, contact aussierecruitsf@gmail.com ​


Australian Diaspora VIP Tour of the HMAS Brisbane

The HMAS Brisbane is in town to be part of the San Francisco Fleet Week activities. The duration of the tour is 1hr and groups of 20 will be lead on a tour with HMAS Brisbane personnel. This VIP invitation is for Australians and their families and as such, appropriate Australian identification will be required. Organized by the Australian Trade and Investment Commission.
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​When: Sun, Oct 13 2019
Time: 9AM - 10AM
Location: HMAS Brisbane, Pier 15, The Embarcadero (map)

Register: Free (Ticket Required, password MATESHIP123)​

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2019 AFL Grand Final San Francisco Official Watch Party & Sizzle

Free entry when you RSVP and $8 towards Beer/Wine/Spirit/Shot special purchase. Grand Final will be showing on all TV screens. Sausage Sizzle kicks off at 6PM.

​When: Fri, 27 Sep 2019
Time: 6PM - 2AM
Location: Score Bar + Lounge (map)
Free, Facebook RSVP is required.

AFL 2019 Grand Final (Napa)
Hosted by Napa Valley Cricket Club. The grand final will be broadcasted live from the Melbourne Cricket Ground, Australia. Live music from 8pm. The game is live from 9:30pm

When: Fri, 27 Sep 2019
Time: 9:30PM - 12:30AM
Location: NapaSport SteakHouse (map)
Free

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AFL Grand Final Party (San Jose)
Hosted by Aussies of Silicon Valley
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When: Fri, 27 Sep 2019
Time: 8:00PM onwards
Location: TBC
​RSVP

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AFL Grand Final Party

Hosted by the Australian America Chamber of Commerce San Francisco.

​When: Fri, 27 Sep 2019
Time: 6:00PM onwards
Location: Little Creatures Brewery, Mission Bay (map)
RSVP: From $15 +

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2019 AFL Grand Final - San Francisco Watch Party!

The Golden Gate Australian Football League (a registered 501c3 non-profit) has teamed up with BuzzWorks to bring you the most fair-dinkum AFL Grand Final watch party. Over 21yo only.

When: Fri, 27 Sep 2019
Time: 7:00PM onwards
Location: BuzzWorks, SOMA (map)
Tickets: From $34 + fee
​Use coupon code SFAUSSIE for 10% off!

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Aussie Recruit - Revamp Your Resume in 30 mins

Join Amy from Aussie Recruit for a speedy session to improve your resume to appeal to the US market. Amy has extensive recruitment experience in SF Tech companies and has reviewed 120+ resumes of Australians who are looking for new jobs in the Bay Area. Amy will cover 4-5 key points that apply to alot of Aussie resumes that she sees, and will run a live Q&A. 

​When: Tues, Sep 24 2019
Time: 5PM - 5:30PM 
Location: Online (sign up for details)
Free (sign up required)

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San Jose Sausage Sizzle
Bring your family and mates. Hosted by Aussie Pies and Sausages

When: Sun, 25 Aug 2019
Time: 1PM onwards
Location: Edith Morley Park (map)

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Aussie Recruit August Meetup

Meet up with job seekers who are also looking for work. Finding a job can be really difficult so let's find ways to support each other. Enjoy some drinks and snacks on CreditStacks, helping expats get their first US Mastercard credit card. Learn more here

This is event is for job-seekers and companies who are already working with Aussie Recruit. If you're interested in hiring Australians, please contact aussiesfbay@gmail.com ​


​When: Thur, 22nd Aug 2019
Time: 3:30PM - 5:30PM
Location: Biergarten (map)

RSVP: Grab a free ticket

8th Annual Napa Valley World Series of Cricket

A day of cricket and wine! Includes Instant Cellar drawing, bounce-house, water slide and other activities for kids, live commentary, outside food vendors and more.

When: Sat, 20 July 2019
Time: 10:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Location: Napa Valley Cricket Club (map)
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​Monash Masterclass San Francisco on Entrepreneurship 
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A special Monash Business School Alumni Masterclass and Panel Discussion.  Hosted by Professor Richard Hall, Deputy Dean, Leadership and Executive Education, and facilitated by Professor David Gilbert, Director of Entrepreneurship, Monash Business School, Monash University.

When: Wed, 17 July 2019
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:30PM
Location: Skyline 36th Floor, Grand Hyatt (map)
Free

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Aussie Pub Choir

It's what it sounds like - singing at the pub! You'll learn a song in 3-part harmony, NO TALENT required. It's more of a comedy show. The Pub Choir are an Australian group touring through California in July.

When: Sat, 13 July 2019
Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Cafe du Nord (map)

Tickets: $12-$15 (purchase here)

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Aussie Christmas in July (in San Jose)
Pot luck Christmas in July Dinner. Venue TBC. 

When: Sat, 13 July 2019
Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Vasona Lake County Park, Los Gatos (map)

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Australians and Friends SF Pride Parade Participation

The Australian Consulate welcomes you to participate in the San Francisco Pride Parade. This year's parade theme is Generations of Resistance. Contact Dawn if you're interested in helping to decorate the lead car and/or assisting on the day. 

When: Sun, 30 June 2019
Time: 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Location: Market St, from Embarcadero to Civic Center

​Tickets: $20 (purchase here)

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University of Melbourne San Francisco Vice-Chancellor's Alumni Event
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Calling all UniMelb alumni (and their guests). You're invited on June 26 to meet the new VC, in conversation with alumna Kim Letch, managing partner at Ernst & Young. Meet up with fellow alumni in the Bay Area!

​​When: Wed, 26 June 2019
Time: 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: The Office, 194 Church St, at Market, above Churchill bar (map)

Macquarie University Pop-Up Networking Drinks

Macquarie University is keen to bring its alumni community (including friends of alumni) together for its first casual networking event in San Francisco. Please RSVP to facilitate the food and drinks arrangement. ​

​When: Mon, 24 June 2019
Time: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Location: Hotel San Francisco (map)

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Aussie Recruit June Meetup
An opportunity to meet up with other Aussies in SF who are looking for work or thinking about their next opportunity. Finding a job can be really difficult so let's find ways support each other! Coffee is on the house thanks to Aussie founded cafe Bluestone Lane. 

When: Mon, 17 June 2019
Time: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Location: Bluestone Lane, Front St (map)

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San Francisco Open Netball Tournament


When: Sat, 15 June 2019
Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: SF Golden Gate Rugby Club, Treasure Island (map)

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Australian Landing Pad San Francisco Kickoff and Defense Panel


Meet with the latest Landing Pad cohort in San Francisco including members of the program's inaugural dual civilian and defense technologies stream. Companies in the cohort are taking on issues from drone deployment to crop health, disaster preparedness and microgravity solutions.

When: Thurs, 6 June 2019
Time: 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Location: JP Morgan, 560 Mission St, Floor 20 (map)

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Meetup: Aussies looking for work
An opportunity to meet up with other Aussies in SF who are looking for work or thinking about their next opportunity. Finding a job can be really difficult so let's find ways support each other!

When: Thurs, 30 May 2019
Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Ritual Coffee, Hayes Valley (map)

Bay Area Sausage Sizzle
 (Menlo Park)
Snags, pies, beer, and wine!

When: Sun, 19 May 2019
Time: 12:00 PM 
Location: Flood Park, 215 Bay Rd (map)

​The Future of Gender Equity in Tech - Panel Event
Aussie Founder's Network has teamed up with Hugo to bring you a panel discussion 'The Future of Gender Equity in Tech' hosted at Atlassian. Dinner + drinks provided.

When: Wed, 8 May 2019
Time: 6:00PM
Location: Atlassian, 465 Pine St (map)


Register here (free)

Down Under at Draeger's!
Join Draeger’s and Wine Australia for a grand tasting of top quality Australian wines. Your ticket includes tastes of all the 40+ wines and assorted artisanal cheeses provided by expert Cheesemonger Ryan Field.

When: Sat, 4 May 2019
Time: 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Location: Draeger's in San Mateo (map)

Tickets: $50/person

San Francisco SailGP 2019


Tom Slingsby, skipper of Team Australia in the SailGP invites the Aussie community to come down and support the team! The San Francisco SailGP Race Village is a free-to-the-public event, offering two ticketed options to enhance your SailGP experience – click here for ticketed opportunities.

When: Sat, 4 May - Sun, 5 May 2019
Location:
 Yacht Club (map)

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Startmate Founder Mixer + Happy Hour

Meet Startmate's latest cohort visiting San Francisco.

When: Mon, 29 April 2019
Time: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Location: 
Level 10, 250 Montgomery St (map)

Register here (free)

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​​ANZAC Day Bash at Hotel San Francisco

Hosted by Sydney Ducks - Aussies in San Francisco
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When: Thur, 25 April 2019
Time: 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Location: Hotel San Francisco (map)

​Free.

ANZAC Service + BBQ

When: Sun, 28 Apr 2019
Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Log Cabin, Presidio (map)
Cost: $15+ family packages available (tickets)

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ANZAC Day Coffee Meetup (sponsored by CreditStacks)

Come meet up with the Aussie community on ANZAC day and enjoy a morning coffee (or tea) on the house, thanks to CreditStacks who is sponsoring this event.

​When: Thur, 25 April 2019
Time: 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Location: Bluestone Lane, Front St (map)

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Aussie Easter Picnic

Hosted by Aussies of Silicon Valley
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When: Sat, 13 April 2019 
Time: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Where: Edith Morley Park, Campbell (map)

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Commonwealth Networking Series

Mingle with entrepreneurs, VCs and a range of professionals involved in cross-border business in a relaxed atmosphere among the Commonwealth community here in the Bay! 

When: Thurs, 11 Apr 2019
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: King George Hotel (map)
Cost:  $15 member, $30 non member (tickets)

Little Creatures Mini Tap Takeovers & Meet the Brewer

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Little Creatures is an Australian brewing company based in Fremantle, WA.
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When: Sat, 6 April 2019
Time: 5:00 PM onwards
Where: Farmshop, Larkspur (map)​​​
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​Aussie Gents Drinks
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Hosted by Aussies of Silicon Valley
 
When: Sat, 30 March 2019 
Time: 7:00 PM
Where: TBC (Silicon Valley)

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Ladies Drinks

Hosted by Aussies of Silicon Valley
 
When: Fri, 29 March 2019 
Time: 7:00 PM
Where: TBC (Silicon Valley)

Monthly Happy Hour for Aussies in San Francisco

Hosted by Sydney Ducks - Aussies in San Francisco
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When: Thur, 28 March 2019
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Hotel San Francisco (map)

​Free.

​Happy Hour with UNSW Founder 10x Cohort

Join the current batch of founders from the University of New South Wales’ Founder 10x accelerator program for drinks and pizza at Covo. 

When: Mon, 25 March 2019
Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Where: Covo, 981 Mission Street (map)

Free.

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​Karrabing Film Collective

A screening and conversation between collective members + anthropologist Tarek Elhaik

The Karrabing Film Collective is a media group consisting of more than 30 intergenerational Aboriginal filmmakers from Australia’s Northern Territory. 
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When: Wed, 20 March 2019
Time: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
​Where: Kadist, San Francisco (map)

AFN Fireside Chat with Olivia Humphrey & Happy Hour

Olivia is the founder and CEO of Kanopy. Kanopy is the leading film streaming platform for public libraries and universities which Olivia founded in 2008 in Perth Australia.

Hosted by the Aussie Founders Network.

When: Thur, 14 March 2019
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Location: The Vault, 415 Jackson Street (map)
Cost: $10-$20 (tickets)
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​Plug and Play International: Diplomat Roundtable

Roundtable discussion on global open innovation with top diplomats and representatives from Australia, Japan, Korea, and Taiwan. 

​When: Thur, 14 March 2019
Time: 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: Plug and Play Tech Center, Events Center, 440 N. Wolfe Rd, Sunnyvale (map)

Free.

Webinar: Top 10 Problems Australian Expats Face With US Tax

Glenn Hines from Australia America Tax Services will cover the Top 10 Problems Australian Expats Face with US Tax and what you need to know to ensure that your time in the US is successful and stress free.  Hosted by Atlas Wealth Management.
When: Wed 27th Feb, 2019 
Time: 4:30pm PT
Sign up here (free)

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San Mate-O Aussie night 

Casual Aussie get together + frozen pie/sausage roll pick up.
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When: Wed, 13 Feb 2019
Time: 6:30PM
Location: San Mateo, The Swingin' Door 
(map)
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​AFN's Investor Panel 

If seeking investment is on your ‘to do’ list for 2019. Hosted by the Aussie Founders Network.

When: Wed, 13 Feb 2019
Time: 5:30PM
Location: Perkins Coie, 
505 Howard Street (map)

​Cost: $5 with promocode aussiefriends (includes drinks and snacks)

Aussie Day Celebration (South Lake Tahoe)

Celebrate Australia day at Sidellis. With Aussie food specials, and farmhouse beer specials. 

When: Sat, 26 Jan 2019
Time: 11:30AM - 10:00PM
Location: Sidellis Lake Tahoe, 3350 Sandy Way, South Lake Tahoe (map)

​California Basketball Australia Night 
Includes exclusive giveaway item and post game chalk talk /Q&A with the Bear's own Sydney native, Grant Anticevich!

When: Sat, 26 Jan 2019
Time: 7:00PM
Where: Haas Pavilion, 115 Haas Pavilion, Berkeley (map)
Cost: Special priced tickets and reserved seating available for the Auss
ies starting at $20/ticket.

For more info and ticket purchase contact Derick
510-643-3206
derick.margerum@berkeley.edu

2019 Australia Day SF Official Beer Olympics Hottest 100 Party

Sausage Sizzle kicks off at 3pm. Tournament sign ups for Aussie-themed Beer/Wine/Spirit Olympics Games are from 8-9PM. Aussie spirit attire encouraged! 

When: Sat, 26 Jan 2019
Time: 3:00PM - 2:00AM
Location: Horizon Lounge, 498 Broadway St (map)
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RSVP (free): Facebook RSVP is required and will be checked at the door.

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​Straya Day at Hotel SF

Hosted by Golden Gate Australian Football League
- 11 am till Triple J plays the No. 1 song (targeting 5pm)
- Will there be pies? Fair Dinkum there will be!
- Australian Beer and Wine specials all day

When: Sat, 26 Jan 2019
Time: 11:00AM - 11:00PM
Location: Hotel San Francisco, 653 Commercial Street (map)

Free.
 

Ignite Business Innovation Panel & Discussion on AI/Deakin

​Victorian universities, business and government collaborate to commercialise local smart ideas. Hosted by the Australian Chambers of Commerce + Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

When: Thur, 24 Jan 2019
Time: 6:00PM - 8:00PM
Location: Mindspace, 575 Market St, 4th Floor (map)

Cost: Non member - $30

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​2019 Australia Day Gala

​Annual Gala hosted by the Australian Chambers of Commerce.
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When: Sat, 19 Jan 2019
Time: 6:00PM
Where: Fairmont Hotel (map)
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Cost: Non Member Tickets - $260, Members $210

​Hosted by the Australian Chambers of Commerce
Contact us: aussiesfbay@gmail.com

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