Tips for settling into a new community

Moving to a new community can be the start of a wonderful adventure, and an amazing opportunity to expand your social circle. Though it can seem a little intimidating to find ways to fit in with your new neighbours, making new friends and building relationships doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Check out some of our top tips for making friends and getting involved in Solana Bribie Island!

Put yourself out there! There’s a lot to be said for the expression, “see & be seen”. Getting yourself out and about in your new community is the best way to start making new friends. Taking regular walks around the neighbourhood or heading over to spend time at Solana’s Livewell Centre allows you the opportunity to meet and connect with others.

Join a club! Solana’s Livewell Centre offers many different clubs, sports, and activities. This can be a great way to find like-minded folks and get involved. Having common interests like book club or tennis makes it easier to engage in conversation and grow new relationships.

Volunteer! Find out if there are any volunteer groups in your new area that you can sign up with. This can include anything from community gardening to a charitable cause that you feel passionate about. There may even be a fellow neighbour in need of a helping hand with chores or er-rands that you could offer your time to.

Get involved! Beyond the clubs and sports offered through Solana’s Livewell Centre, you can get involved in events like movie nights, or the resident’s morning tea offered each month. Attending these types of events is a low stress and easy environment to mix and mingle with your new neighbours.

Explore! Bribie Island offers a beautiful coastal lifestyle that you will love to explore! With shopping and dining, and plenty of sun, surf, sand, and wildlife to enjoy, there’s something for every-one in Bribie Island. Keep track of local events, like the Oyster Festival or Christmas Carnival at the Sandstone Hotel, or local markets and festivals happening year round, and be sure to take part!

Making a fresh start can take time and patience. It’s important to be proactive in your efforts to get out and about in your new community, and you will find yourself making new friends and enjoying an active lifestyle in no time! Solana Bribie has a lovely community feel with an active calendar of events - we are sure you'll find the perfect fit amongst the sand, sea, and sun.