[QLD] OzBargain 17th Birthday - Brisbane Meetup (Saturday 4th of November, 12pm @ Pincadia)

The Wololo Wombat on 10/10/2023 - 17:54
Last edited 03/11/2023 - 09:26 by 1 other user

Pincadia confirmed! It's going to be a great time. 12pm Saturday the 4th of November. Please add yourself to the event below!

This will be a three-phase event!

Phase One: Eating and Chatting
You have (up to) $30 to spend on food and drinks. See the food menu here. The venue (or I) will throw in some extra food also + the food prices are very reasonable ($30 goes a long way!)

Phase Two: Sharing Stories + Prizes
Get your public speaking skills prepared! There will be some giveaways (funded by generous donations from businesses) for the best stories from the website - what was your best deal in the past year? What was your highest awarded comment? Have you managed to 'stack' discounts + gift cards to get the highest % possible off? What lengths have YOU gone to grab a great deal? Anything funny or memorable here will be great - come prepared with ideas! There might also be prizes for the most comments, the most upvotes and the most posts for any given member for that year :)

Phase Three: Gaming
With your new (and old) Ozbargain friends, we'll pool the rest of the money together to spend on gaming tokens for the arcade machines! It will be an EVEN amount for everyone, depending on what's left. The more people who don't spend the full $30, the more we have to game (at minimum, we'll have $5 each). I know it's not exactly fair to evenly share what remains, the idea is to come with the right attitude to enjoy the company of other Ozbarginers!

How can I join?

We need 10 people to attend to make it happen! Max ~30 people, so get in quick!

Please RSVP here and pay a $5 (refundable on the day) deposit to my PayID: 0434902929

Once you've paid, you're officially in!

What do I need to come?

If you're coming ONLY for some free food, you're coming to the wrong event. This is about meeting up with and getting to know other Ozbarginers IRL! (The free food, however, is great!)

You will need a minimum ~100 comments to be eligible. Please leave the kids at home, as we'd want to encourage interaction (and kids will take up a lot of time/focus). Some exceptions can be made, so please PM me and I'll help you out :)

How can I help?

This is OUR event (not MY event)! 😄

I'd love for your creative ideas etc and I'm not at all precious about you taking an active role in the organisation, the more the better! I have not approached any businesses for free items/giveaways, so that's a big way to help. If you'd like to run an activity, or even a fun game, that'd be great! If you'd like to personally donate, that's awesome… if you'd like to bring some name tags and a marker, that'd be awesome!

As always, thanks to @scotty and the team for making all of this possible.

Original Message

Hi,

I'd like to get the ball rolling for a Brisbane Ozbargain meetup. I'm hoping that @stickyfingers @knobbs, and @chrisie (of course Infidel and others too) see this, and join me in creating/hosting the event.

We spoke about making this one having a minimum participation (maybe like 250 comments minimum?) threshold in order to come, just to ensure that ensure everyone who comes is there to meet and chat other Ozbarginers - as well as enjoy the free food!

As always, I'd like to host the event at a place that will do a great deal for us (so we can get the most value out of the $35 per person - it is Ozbargain after all!)

Roddy's Ribs has been a classic.
I'm also wondering about Pincadia… maybe they could provide a package for us that includes use of the PinBall machines?
There's also a place that does Cheese Raclette… 😅

Thanks for your generosity @scotty! I'm also secretly hoping that you can make it!! Please comment below your ideas, and if you'd like to come? If you feel a comment threshold is too harsh, or that you are an exception, I'm open to it - just want to make sure people come with the right spirit!

Edit:
Saturday 4th of November, time/place TBA!!!

Edit Edit:
Saturday 4th of November, 12pm, Pincadia! See above for details!

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Comments

  • MrSerotoninMan on 27/10/2023 - 17:07

    I've been a lurker for a little over a year. Would love to join but saw the 100 comments minimum requirement. Guess I'll start commenting more lol

    • The Wololo Wombat on 27/10/2023 - 17:34
      +1

      Hehe! Yep! We’ll see you next year mate!

    • stickyfingers on 27/10/2023 - 17:58
      +1

      There’s still plenty of time and plenty of posts 😜

  • penguincat on 31/10/2023 - 05:23

    Have fun to everyone going. I was quite interested in going until I read about 'phase 2' which seems petrifying to me. You could be all scary people and also I am not a person that stands out. So I don't have anything fancy/fun that I can talk about.

    As I posted out last year https://www.ozbargain.com.au/comment/13057473/redir feedback thread I'm not a person that feels comfy with a website paying for food unless I have contributed more then I get. I don't see how I have gotten that much or anywhere near that being a member for what 8 years now?

    I was tempted to just show up at roughly the same time and pay for my own tasty things and say Hi to any non scary people and leave whenever.
    I don't think it would be worth getting a 55 min each way bus to South Brisbane then walk to the location for something that I may get spooked and want to leave after 10mins.

    If anyone wants to volunteer to be my best friend for the next 12 months So I know at least one person on the 18th anniversary then maybe I could go then? lol I'll still want to pay for my own stuff though. :)

    • The Wololo Wombat on 31/10/2023 - 10:15
      +1

      Mate come along! No worries to pay your own way at all - no pressure to share, unless you feel comfortable. Will be a good time for all, just the chance to meet and get to know other members who care about this place and no expectations.

    • stickyfingers on 31/10/2023 - 14:11
      +1

      Come hang with me. I’m getting the train in from the GC so we’ll both be braving the PT to get there!

      • NeoX on 31/10/2023 - 18:50

        don't get your fingers sticky on PT though!

      • Russ on 02/11/2023 - 10:31
        +1

        I’m getting the train in from the GC

        Train or train+bus? If train only, the nearest station is Park Road, and Google says that's 19 minutes/1.4km walk away. Bring sun protection, lunchtime is peak sunburn time.

        • brisdaz on 04/11/2023 - 10:50

          Cloudy day today so should be fine.

          • Russ on 04/11/2023 - 12:12
            +1

            @brisdaz:

            Cloudy day

            Not so. Clouds are pretty transparent to UV, they block it less than they block visible light. There is still more than enough UV to cause sunburn.

        • stickyfingers on 04/11/2023 - 11:27
          +2

          Train + bus.

          Train to South Brisbane station arriving 11:20 am. 3 minute walk to South Bank busway station, then bus 124 to Woolloongabba station, followed by a 3 minute walk to Pincadia arriving ~11:34 am.

  • NeoX on 31/10/2023 - 10:44

    damn I nearly forgot about this lol

    count me in

    • chrisie on 31/10/2023 - 14:30
      +1

      Don't forget to pay the $5 (refundable on the day) deposit to PayID: 0434902929 also.

  • p1723 on 31/10/2023 - 19:53

    How many registered so far OP, pls?

    I really want to come but will register late due to being sick atm, but will see how I feel on or closer to the day

    • chrisie on 31/10/2023 - 19:55

      20 users have registered to attend this event.

  • s779881 on 01/11/2023 - 17:18

    Hey I dont have 100 comments cause me and my mates just share these posts to each other in messenger, but if still only Twenty people would love to join too!

    I was with the mrs on date day when we ran into the crowd at roddys last year and i Learnt about this whole thing haha never used forums!

    • The Wololo Wombat on 01/11/2023 - 17:46
      +3

      Not just forms, it's about participating by sharing deals and commenting on deals to help the community :)

      See ya at the next one mate, once you've reached the threshold!

      • s779881 on 02/11/2023 - 14:09
        -4

        Righto, well i see there are other events without comment requirements, ill look into those instead

        • chrisie on 02/11/2023 - 14:36
          +1

          " it's about participating by sharing deals and commenting on deals to help the community"

          Yes I totally agree with The Wombat's comment, we are a group here that supports each other or dies!.

  • Russ on 02/11/2023 - 01:16
    +2

    Heads up everyone, a third Brisbane meetup has just been announced: https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/809152

  • polarq on 02/11/2023 - 09:25
    +1

    I would have really liked to attend this one, but will have to unfortunately give it a miss this time as it is too close to my NZ departure date/time. The other meetups are either full or when I am not in australia…
    Have fun people, it is nice seeing real faces of people who like a bargain once every year ;)

  • MEDBEDb on 03/11/2023 - 18:48
    +1

    Just saw the post last minute also I'm quite an introvert so not sure if I should join or not given the Phase Two lol

    • stickyfingers on 03/11/2023 - 18:54
      +2

      Come hang with me. I'm weird, it'll be okay.

      • MEDBEDb on 04/11/2023 - 13:21
        +1

        I'm weirder haha

    • The Wololo Wombat on 03/11/2023 - 19:15
      +1

      Not too late to come - just get your deposit in! No pressure for public speaking hehe, unless you want to win a prize!

      • MEDBEDb on 03/11/2023 - 19:33
        +3

        Cool cool, paid the 5$ see you at the event

  • KoalaTeaPuns on 04/11/2023 - 06:27

    Wish I could make this but decided to attend a different qld meet up. Have fun!

  • brisdaz on 04/11/2023 - 11:48

    Should be there early around 11:40am. See you soon!

    • The Wololo Wombat on 04/11/2023 - 11:49

      Great! Keep in mind they open at 12 lol

      • brisdaz on 04/11/2023 - 11:50

        Oh well it's that or be late. Joys of Public Transport. @stickyfingers Any ideas what to do for 20 minutes?

        • stickyfingers on 04/11/2023 - 11:53

          Spill the goss on top secret bargains or freak out that your bus is likely late.

        • The Wololo Wombat on 04/11/2023 - 12:07

          I’m sure they let you in a bit earlier. I plan to get there around that same time also!

  • The Wololo Wombat on 04/11/2023 - 12:59

    Hey! We are all here and downstairs!!

  • Russ on 04/11/2023 - 22:02
    +10

    Thanks Wololo Wombat, Chrisie, Sticky fingers and everyone else who organised today's meetup. Good food, good company, and especially thanks for the competitions and entertainment!

  • PabloVicioso on 05/11/2023 - 20:37
    +7

    This was my first meetup and it went waaaaay above my expectations even though I was only there for under 2 hours. Big thanks to @Scotty for sponsoring, and to @TheWololoWombat for the brilliant execution. What a good time!

    • The Wololo Wombat on 05/11/2023 - 23:31
      +1

      Thanks mate! Was a blast and hope to see you at the next one!

      Also, hoping that esq can post the photos he took of the event :)

      • HamBoi69 on 06/11/2023 - 10:11
        +1

        Any photos?

  • kimyongjeon on 06/11/2023 - 11:04

    Thank you so much for organising the event the Wololo Wombat. I wanted to share my stories about bargains too but after hearing other's stories, I couldn't think of any better one to share so didn't say a word 🤐🤐🤐😆
    See you all next year!

    • The Wololo Wombat on 06/11/2023 - 12:23
      +2

      Sometimes the best bargains are the most simple ones! I think I'll keep that section a bit more concise next year (can always continue the conversations in small groups). Always open to all and other feedback to make the next one even better! Loved that you had your leave report ready to go haha

  • esq on 06/11/2023 - 14:19
    +3

    Thanks Wombat for a very well organised event, you put a lot of heart into it and it showed.

    I felt like a part of the cool kids club. Was a pleasure to meet everyone and had an awesome time.

    https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1u7q9pzKYVG0iHujWrnku…

    • The Wololo Wombat on 06/11/2023 - 14:27
      +1

      Legend mate! Great shots - one for the memory box! Mate, when you joined, it became the cool club 😎😎

  • Taegukgi on 12/11/2023 - 20:54
    +4

    I’m heading back to Brissy for a few days in early January. Who’s interested in meeting up for a chat?

  • knobbs on 24/11/2023 - 16:51
    +2

    I almost forgot guys, as a bonus Creative have given a code to share for 5% off orders over $100 to stack with their BlackFriday sales used code 'OZBARGAIN5'

    • The Wololo Wombat on 24/11/2023 - 18:52

      Hey mate - any word on that cashback voucher? I didn't get mine, I don't beleive.

      • knobbs on 24/11/2023 - 18:59
        +1

        Should be processed Tuesday next week. You will get an email notification once it hits

  • knobbs on 01/12/2023 - 09:14
    +2

    Everyone who gave me their TopCashback account should have an email now with the details of the cashback for the Ozb b'day. The top $50 prize winner was Winston Wong, gz to him.
    You have until 31st Dec to use it

    Thanks TCB

    • The Wololo Wombat on 01/12/2023 - 09:51

      Legend!

    • stickyfingers on 01/12/2023 - 10:03

      Congrats to he whose username shall not be said. Cheers knobbs!

    • quop on 03/12/2023 - 00:28

      Thanks for organising this @knobbs

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