Finding friends: your questions answered.

Look for social groups through local libraries, community centres, council activity listings or clubs built around an interest you enjoy. Check where and how often they meet, whether newcomers are welcome and any costs before joining. FriendPlace is coming soon to help adults discover local groups and events, with friends, not dating, at the centre.

Try your local library, community centre, walking groups, hobby clubs or volunteering. A regular activity gives you a shared interest and a chance to see familiar faces again. Start with a friendly hello and, if you enjoy chatting, suggest meeting at the next activity. FriendPlace is coming soon to help adults meet new people nearby through conversation, groups and local plans.

Start with local activities you enjoy: a walking group, library event, community class, volunteering or a regular coffee catch-up. Seeing the same people again gives conversation a chance to grow. FriendPlace is being built to help adults in Australia discover local people, groups and events. The app is coming soon; you can register your interest on this website.

Choose an activity you would enjoy even before you know anyone, turn up regularly and start with a small hello. Ask about a shared interest, then suggest another walk or coffee if you both enjoy the conversation. Finding new friends can take time, so there is no need to rush or feel that every introduction must become a close friendship.

Local libraries, community centres, hobby groups and volunteering are useful places to begin. Pick a recurring activity that fits your routine so you can get to know familiar faces. Our friendship guides include practical ideas for meeting new people after moving, and FriendPlace is coming soon to support everyday local connection.

FriendPlace groups, the FP Café and member conversations will be available through the app once it launches. For now, this website lets you explore FriendPlace and register your interest as a Founding Member. Registration is not app access: we will email registered members when the app is ready with how to get started.

Yes. Founding members get free access for life, plus a special badge on their profile.

Anyone over 40 who wants to make new friends locally. Nothing romantic — it's a friendship app.

Your data is stored securely and never sold. You can delete your account any time from Settings.

No. FriendPlace is designed for older adults — large text, voice input, tap-to-listen, and a friendly welcome team.

Email hello@friendplace.com.au or use the contact form — a real person answers.