Not sure if there has been a thread on this already - couldn't find one. Just wondering if anyone has great tips for making friends. I am very outgoing and have moved around quite a bit - and have never had any trouble meeting people or making friends. For some reason it seems more difficult here? Could have much to do with the fact that I am doing a self study course for my qualifications here- so I don't have the work or school contacts and no kids. I guess the obvious ones are community classes and groups and volunteering which I plan to start doing soon.
The other thing was that I read on here somewhere (Diny was it you?) that one of your neighbours said he thought it was good you sort of kept to yourselves in the beginning because kiwis couldnt stand foreigners acting like they owned the place (or something to that effect). That is probably a generalization but scared me off a little from just knocking on our neighbour's doors and introducing myself! I am also very conscious of not coming off like a loud American so I try to be a little subdued. :0)
Anyone else have similar experiences or any input?
This website has been great - I have met some really nice expats so thanks for that!