Mingle Better. Match Smarter.
Relaxed, friendly events where people show up for the same reason you did — to talk, to meet someone new, to find something real. No swiping. No pressure. Just a warmer way to connect.
"Because every meaningful relationship starts with a conversation."
Why Mingle+Match
It's not about being perfect at conversation or feeling instantly confident. It's about showing up in a space where others are doing the same.
The environment is designed to feel easy, natural, and welcoming — so you can focus less on pressure, and more on connection.
Find your next event →Registrations are reviewed and duplicate contact details are blocked. Our Community Charter sets clear expectations so you can relax and be yourself.
We don't profit from keeping you lonely and scrolling. There's no algorithm playing with you — we only win when you actually meet someone.
No catfish. No endless texting that goes nowhere. You meet actual people, face to face, from your very first event.
Who We're For
Not a niche app. One warm, inclusive community that works for everyone — 18 and over, all backgrounds, all intentions.
Events and genuine connection for everyone. Whether you're 25 or 65 — real connection has no age limit.
Safety-first, genuinely inclusive. Whether you're looking for romance, friendship or community — you belong here.
Calm, clear and low-pressure experiences, with accessibility information shared wherever possible.
Also welcoming professionals, over 40s, friendship seekers and everyone in between.
How It Works
Choose an experience that feels right, meet real people in a welcoming venue, and let connection happen naturally.
Upcoming Events
Dates and venues coming soon — register your interest and we'll let you know first.
Singles — all ages
Relaxed evenings at curated venues. Good wine, genuine conversation, no pressure.
Speed Dating — mixed
Focused, small-group format so everyone gets time. Short conversations, no chemistry, no awkward endings.
LGBTQ+ Community
Safe, warm, inclusive evenings for Melbourne's LGBTQ+ community. All welcome, all respected.
Safety & Trust
Safety isn't a feature on Mingle+Match. It's the foundation everything else is built on.
Serious or repeated Charter breaches can lead to suspension or removal. Where appropriate, we take steps to prevent re-registration.
Trust is built through behaviour over time. New accounts start restricted. Genuine members earn their place.
This is a community for people who actually want to connect. Time-wasters and bad actors don't last — your intentions are taken seriously here.
Every event venue is vetted and approved. You always know the environment is safe before you arrive.
"You should never have to feel on guard. The whole point of Mingle+Match is that the hard part — knowing who to trust — is already handled, so you can simply turn up and be yourself."
Pauline Pawsey
Founder, Mingle+MatchMembership
Two ways in. Start free and come to an event — upgrade to full membership when you know it's for you.
Get a feel for the community before you commit.
Founding member rate while your membership remains active. Standard Connect pricing is $30/month.
Become a full member of the community — and get the most out of every event.
New features, including matching and messaging, will be introduced as the platform grows. Founding members will be among the first to experience them. Community pricing options may be available; contact us to discuss what suits you.
Our Founder
"Mingle+Match began with conversations. The more stories I heard, the more I realised there was a gap between what singles needed and what was being offered."
After years of running singles events and watching good people get hurt by platforms that didn't care about them, Pauline built the community she wished existed.
Not another app. Something built around genuine human connection — with events at the heart of it, real safety built in from day one, and a founder who genuinely gives a damn.
Pauline Pawsey — Founder, Mingle+Match
"Because every meaningful relationship starts with a conversation."
Join a community built on honesty, safety and the belief that real connection is still possible. Your people are here.