Melanie
@Mezz
Australian expat in Norway
Forum posts
26
Contacts
8
About me
Australian
Lives in Bergen
Speaks English, Norwegian
Registration: 08 September 2010
English-speaking playgroup? by Hvit
Hi!! Anyone know of an English-speaking playgroup, other than international kindergarten? Looking to find some English-learning companions for my 10-month old son. He will go to Norwegian kindergarten this summer but would like him to have some ...
Hi, You are very welcome to come along to 'Kids Music' group. You can read more about it here... parentsinbergen.blogspot.com Melanie Read More
Making Friends in Bergen by Karen77
Hi, In the process of moving to Bergen and would really like to meet some new people and make some new friends to make my move a little less scary!! Any friendly people out there?? Words of wisdom for settling in much appreciated too... Takk ...
I'll try to make it too. Might have to wait til evening though...maybe we could meet at pasta sentralen for dinner for those coming after work? Read More
Making Friends in Bergen by Karen77
Hi, In the process of moving to Bergen and would really like to meet some new people and make some new friends to make my move a little less scary!! Any friendly people out there?? Words of wisdom for settling in much appreciated too... Takk ...
Suddenly I have stopped getting emails about this forum, so I haven't checked it for a while, but I will try to be there, but wont be until atleast after 4. I'll text Nina and find out where you're all at:-) Read More
Making Friends in Bergen by Karen77
Hi, In the process of moving to Bergen and would really like to meet some new people and make some new friends to make my move a little less scary!! Any friendly people out there?? Words of wisdom for settling in much appreciated too... Takk ...
Yep, I am free most afternoons at the moment Read More
Purchasing Used Cross Country Skis by SnowinJune
Can anyone tell me where one can purchase used Cross Country skis (wax free) for children and adults as well as used down hill skis? I also read that there is a lit cross country ski trail. Where is it and is there parking nearby?
Hi, Your best bet for used skis is probably finn.no, although it might be a bit hard to work out if you cant read norwegian... Maybe Fretex (Salvation army op shop) might have some skis as well. There are lit cross country trails all over the ... Read More
Nursing jobs in Norway by Ottom
Guys,can someone help me find or assist with finding a nursing job in Norway.
Hi, To be able to work as a nurse in Norway, you will have to learn the language to a competent level. You might have to take a language test, but that might have changed now. If you're not authorised as a nurse here, get in contact with the ... Read More
Making Friends in Bergen by Karen77
Hi, In the process of moving to Bergen and would really like to meet some new people and make some new friends to make my move a little less scary!! Any friendly people out there?? Words of wisdom for settling in much appreciated too... Takk ...
Anything for you Mrs J:-) Would be great to see you again! Maybe we could even go for a walk?? Read More
Making Friends in Bergen by Karen77
Hi, In the process of moving to Bergen and would really like to meet some new people and make some new friends to make my move a little less scary!! Any friendly people out there?? Words of wisdom for settling in much appreciated too... Takk ...
Friday day is good for me:-) Hope we can get something together this time! Read More
Making Friends in Bergen by Karen77
Hi, In the process of moving to Bergen and would really like to meet some new people and make some new friends to make my move a little less scary!! Any friendly people out there?? Words of wisdom for settling in much appreciated too... Takk ...
Hi, I was wondering if it might be easier to meet during the day? It's just so hard to get out at night at the moment when it is so cold and dark! Sorry to those who are busy during the day, but would anyone be interested in meeting up on friday ... Read More
Making Friends in Bergen by Karen77
Hi, In the process of moving to Bergen and would really like to meet some new people and make some new friends to make my move a little less scary!! Any friendly people out there?? Words of wisdom for settling in much appreciated too... Takk ...
Hi, I'm so sorry ladies, but we had an unexpected visitor at 7:30pm tonight which made everything late and has caused a lot of stress. I have just gotten my kids down now. I hope you got a message from Nina, Karen, and I hope you two either stayd ... Read More
Making Friends in Bergen by Karen77
Hi, In the process of moving to Bergen and would really like to meet some new people and make some new friends to make my move a little less scary!! Any friendly people out there?? Words of wisdom for settling in much appreciated too... Takk ...
Cool, see you there:-) Read More
Making Friends in Bergen by Karen77
Hi, In the process of moving to Bergen and would really like to meet some new people and make some new friends to make my move a little less scary!! Any friendly people out there?? Words of wisdom for settling in much appreciated too... Takk ...
So, who's in for tonight? Read More
Making Friends in Bergen by Karen77
Hi, In the process of moving to Bergen and would really like to meet some new people and make some new friends to make my move a little less scary!! Any friendly people out there?? Words of wisdom for settling in much appreciated too... Takk ...
How is 8pm for everyone? I would like to get my kids into bed first...Is that too late? Read More
Making Friends in Bergen by Karen77
Hi, In the process of moving to Bergen and would really like to meet some new people and make some new friends to make my move a little less scary!! Any friendly people out there?? Words of wisdom for settling in much appreciated too... Takk ...
Yes, Amy, it's me:-) Maybe we could meet up with this group:-) How is your week looking this week? Read More
Making Friends in Bergen by Karen77
Hi, In the process of moving to Bergen and would really like to meet some new people and make some new friends to make my move a little less scary!! Any friendly people out there?? Words of wisdom for settling in much appreciated too... Takk ...
Sounds good. Wednesday is fine for me at the moment. Either day or evening, although it seems there are a few who work during the day, so maybe evening would be better? There are lots of lovely, cosy cafes around, but what if we just go to Dickens, ... Read More
Norwegian language by LisaK
Hi, Anyone know of a norwegian language course provider in Bergen or tutor they would recommend, or simply like to meet up to practise and develop their norwegian - any other ideas? I have a very basic knowledge but would like to improve. Thanks ...
Hi Lisa, Most newcomers to Bergen enrol either at Nyg氓rd skole (Nyg氓rd school) or Folkeuniversitetet (The people's university??) which both offer day time and evening courses for all levels of norwegian. If you are going to study at university, ... Read More
Anyone else interested in playing netball?
Hi, Is there anyone else out there (besides Fi) who has played netball before and would be interested in trying to set up a couple of teams here in Bergen? Haven't worked out any of the logistics yet, but if there is a group of us, then maybe we ... Read More
would like to meet new friends in Bergen. by mickyluv
Im moving to Norway (Bergen) in the spring 2011, with my husband and two children, would like to meet up with other mums and make new friends.
Hi Ingvild, If you are interested in meeting other English speaking new Mums when you have had a baby, have a look at these parenting groups... Read More
Making Friends in Bergen by Karen77
Hi, In the process of moving to Bergen and would really like to meet some new people and make some new friends to make my move a little less scary!! Any friendly people out there?? Words of wisdom for settling in much appreciated too... Takk ...
Ok, well since no one else is initiating a get together, I'd like to meet you all, so if we wait until Fi gets here, and then we can all meet up? Is day time or evening better? Read More
Making Friends in Bergen by Karen77
Hi, In the process of moving to Bergen and would really like to meet some new people and make some new friends to make my move a little less scary!! Any friendly people out there?? Words of wisdom for settling in much appreciated too... Takk ...
When are you getting together again? I would love to join in on this! Melanie Read More
would like to meet new friends in Bergen. by mickyluv
Im moving to Norway (Bergen) in the spring 2011, with my husband and two children, would like to meet up with other mums and make new friends.
Hi, I have been living in Bergen for a while, but am originally from Australia. I have two girls who are 5 and 3. How old are your kids? I have a great group of international mum friends (including one from Brighton!) and I'm sure you will be most ... Read More
Netball clubs/teams in Bergen - do they exist? by Fi
hi everyone, I'm about to move to Bergen from London where i have lovely friends and play netball twice a week. I am looking for both in Bergen - any ideas/tips/thoughts/advice?!
Hi Fi, That's great that you got a reply from the girl and have her conact details! Maybe we will be able to get something going with them! But would be great to meet up for a coffee when you get here. Read More
Making Friends in Bergen by Karen77
Hi, In the process of moving to Bergen and would really like to meet some new people and make some new friends to make my move a little less scary!! Any friendly people out there?? Words of wisdom for settling in much appreciated too... Takk ...
Hi, I'm not new to Bergen, but always interested in meeting new english speaking people. Have you organised another meeting? Read More
Netball clubs/teams in Bergen - do they exist? by Fi
hi everyone, I'm about to move to Bergen from London where i have lovely friends and play netball twice a week. I am looking for both in Bergen - any ideas/tips/thoughts/advice?!
Hi Fi, Have you moved here yet? I am an Australian living in Bergen, and I too have played netball for a long time in oz, but haven't been able to find anything here. I have written on that facebook page, but haven't had any response, and seeing as ... Read More