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29 August 2026

Singles Events: Do They Actually Work?

Singles events. What do we think of them? Do they work? Would you attend one? I recently attended a singles event, and it got me thinking about what actually makes these events successful — and whether we're measuring success in the right way.

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Edition 001 · 3 October 2026

The Sunday Edits

Something new from Mingle+Match 💙🩷 Welcome to The Sunday Edit — a new weekly look at dating, connection, safety and the things singles are actually talking about. This week we're asking: are we getting tired of swiping? We’re also looking at why someone might want to move a conversation to WhatsApp so quickly, how people actually prefer a new connection to progress, and how Mingle+Match is using your preferences to make matching smarter. 👉 Swipe through this week's Edit. And we'd love to hear from you: When you connect with someone you're interested in, what would you prefer happens next? 💬 Message for a while 📱 Have a video call ☕ Meet for coffee fairly quickly 🥂 Meet in a social/event environment Tell us in the comments — there’s no right answer. We want to know what you prefer. You can read the full edition at minglematch.com.au Mingle Better. Match Smarter. #MingleMatch #TheSundayEdit #DatingAustralia #MelbourneSingles #DatingOver40 #DatingOver50 #RealConnections #SinglesEvents #DatingTips

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Edition 002 · 11 October 2026

The Sunday Edit

The Sunday Edit | Edition 002 — Ghosting: When Silence Says Too Much Why do people suddenly disappear without saying goodbye? Is ghosting always rude, or are there times when silence is actually the safest response? In this week's Sunday Edit, we explore the reasons behind ghosting, the difference between protecting yourself and avoiding an uncomfortable conversation, and how to end a connection respectfully. Plus, our regular dating insights, safety tips, the Sunday Question and the latest from Mingle+Match. Real conversations. Practical advice. Better connections. Published Sunday, 11 October 2026. Mingle Better. Match Smarter.

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