2026 S1 Brisbane Freshers Welcome Event

The Ultimate Orientation Party

🎉 IT'S BACK! The Biggest Student Event in Brisbane! 🎉

After a six-month wait, the annual blockbuster event for Brisbane students returns! 🎊

The 2026 S1 Brisbane Universities Freshers' Festival is set to kick off the new semester on Saturday, February 28st, at the iconic Brisbane City Hall (Ithaca Auditorium).

This isn't just an orientation—it's a custom-made offline carnival for international and local students. Combining a warm welcome, interactive experiences, career/study resources, networking, and massive prize giveaways, this is the place to be.

Whether you are a "fresh" new arrival or a senior student who knows the ropes, you’ll find value, fun, and friends here.

👇 SECURE YOUR SPOT NOW 👇

📍 Event Details

• 📅 Date: Saturday, February 28, 2026
• 🕘 Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
• 🏛 Location: Ithaca Auditorium, Brisbane City Hall (64 Adelaide St, Brisbane City, QLD 4000)
• 🎟 Entry: Registration Required (Strictly no walk-ins. Spots are limited!)

📢 Why You Must Attend?

Welcome to the 2026 S1 Freshers' Festival! As Brisbane's largest orientation event, we are bringing you a day filled with gifts, insights, and fun.

This event is your gateway to settling into Brisbane life quickly.
✅ Get Answers: Real solutions to common study and lifestyle questions.
✅ Make Friends: Meet students from different universities through games.
✅ Start Right: Kick off the semester with fun, not confusion.
✅ Resource Hub: Connect with premium local businesses and services in one go.

(P.S. Seniors and alumni are welcome too! It’s not just for newbies!)

1️⃣ 5,000+ Free Gifts | Guaranteed for Attendees

We aren't holding back. Dozens of booths will be handing out gifts with no strings attached.

• Time: 10:30 AM - 2:00 PM (First come, first served!)

🎁 What’s in the Goodie Bags?

• JR Academy: Sports bottles, Labubu keychains, phone stands, luminous glasses, T-shirts, tote bags.
• HungryPanda: City tote bags, bucket hats, fridge magnets, playing cards, plushies, backpacks.
• Fortune Forward: Highlighters, metal pens, towel gifts, mini measuring tapes.
• UQ HAC (Handcraft Club): Woven bags, keychains, hair clips, DIY kits, bracelets, milk tea.
• Bupa: Tissues, pens, lip balms + Exclusive offer: 6-8 weeks free insurance + premium thermos for on-site sign-ups.
• SOL Edu: Tote bags, bottles, ibis plushies, stationery.
• Dealmoon: Limited edition totes, fridge magnets, snacks & drinks.
• Goodlife Health Clubs: Merch vouchers, gym bags, towels, pilates socks, boxing gear.
• Compass (Zhinanzhen): Stationery sets, poker cards, chocolates, plushies.
• Aspace: Stationery, mini figures, Pop Mart blind boxes, hand fans.

2️⃣ Non-Stop Lucky Draws | Win Big Every 30 Minutes!

Forget waiting until the end of the day. We are drawing prizes every 30 minutes!

🎯 Draw Times: 10:30 AM – 2:00 PM 🎁 Major Prizes Include:

• Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer
• Philips Air Fryers & Kitchen Appliances
• Pop Mart (Labubu & Molly) Mega Figures
• HP & Canon Printers
• Smart Home Gadgets & Brand Gift Boxes

🔥 How to Win?

1. Register Online: You MUST register on Eventbrite/Luma.
2. Check-in: Scan your ticket at the door to enter the pool.
3. Bonus Entries: Participate in booth games and on-stage interactions to boost your chances!

3️⃣ 🎓 Senior Student & Alumni Q&A Panel

💡 Got questions? We have answers.

• Time: 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM
• Topics: Course selection, GPA tips, Career planning, Part-time jobs, Resume help, Migration pathways, and Brisbane survival guides.

🎤 Meet the Mentors:

• Lightman (11:00 AM): Co-founder of JR Academy, UQ Alumni (CS). 10 years in Aussie IT, helped 2,000+ students find jobs.
• Rain (12:00 PM): HR Veteran & Career Consultant. 15 years exp in HR/Recruitment. Resume diagnostic expert.
• Rachel (10:30 AM): Senior Consultant at Compass (Zhinanzhen). 7 years exp in migration planning.
• Eric Zhang (11:30 AM): Senior Consultant at SOL Edu. 8 years exp in study planning and visas.
• Martin Xu (12:30 PM): Education Consultant since 2013. Expert in university admissions and migration solutions.

4️⃣ Stamp Rally & Games

Turn your visit into a game!

• Interact: Visit booths and complete mini-tasks (photos, games, etc.).
• Collect: Get stamps on your event passport.
• Unlock: Collect enough stamps to unlock exclusive prizes and extra raffle tickets.

🎟 How to Maximize Your Lucky Draw Chances

Step 1: Register Online (Mandatory) Only registered guests are eligible for the draw.
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Step 2: Get Raffle Tickets

• Standard Check-in: 1 Ticket.
• Group of 3: 2 Tickets each.
• Group of 5: 3 Tickets each.
• Refer a Friend: +1 Ticket per friend (Max 5).
• Social Media Share: +2 Tickets (Share on WeChat Moments).
• Instagram/Red (Xiao Hong Shu) Post: +1 to 3 Tickets (Tag #JR_Academy).
• Volunteers: +2 Tickets.

Max 10 tickets per person. The more tickets, the higher your winning chance!

⚠️ Important Notes:

• Pre-registration is essential. No ticket, no entry.
• You must be present to win lucky draw prizes.
• Bring your friends and arrive early to beat the queue!

🌟 A Huge Thank You to Our Sponsors

Host:

• JR Academy: The premier AI & IT career education platform for Chinese communities globally. Helping students break into the tech industry with 600+ mentors and 700+ partners.

Diamond Sponsors:

• PKM Motors: Reliable, transparent car sales and services in Brisbane.
• Fortune Forward: Comprehensive investment, property management, and financial consulting.
• HungryPanda: The specialist in global Asian food delivery and grocery services.
• Bupa: Helping Australians live longer, healthier, happier lives through health insurance and care.

Gold Sponsors:

• Mobile Connect: One-stop shop for SIM cards, bills, and internet setup.
• Goodlife Health Clubs: Australia’s largest gym chain supporting active lifestyles.
• Aspace Property: Leading real estate services for buying, selling, and management.
• Compass (Zhinanzhen): Immigration and study abroad consulting leaders.
• Mountain Hotpot (Shu Dao Shan): Authentic Sichuan hotpot in Brisbane.
• SOL Edu: Queensland’s largest study and migration agency.
• LuggEasy: Global luggage shipping and logistics for students.
• ACIC: Trusted education consulting since 1988.
• UQ HAC: The official Handcraft Art Club of UQ.
• Dealmoon ANZ: The best deals and discounts for the Chinese community in Aus/NZ.
• Yeeyi: Australia’s largest Chinese information and community platform.

See you at City Hall on Feb 21st!