Welcome to The Common Room.

We hosts local groups for just about anything— from running clubs, parents groups, social catch ups—even coffee enthusiasts. Our groups are designed to move beyond small talk towards meaningful conversation and connection.

Right now we run groups across the Gold Coast and into Brisbane, with more groups on the way across Australia.

If you're searching for a safe space to enjoy meaningful, purposeful conversations with quality people, — all while doing something you love— you've found it. This is as much about genuine, authentic connection as it is about the activity.

Whether you're exploring questions about life, meaning, purpose, God, the universe etc.. The Common Room is that space.

We're a local Christian not-for-profit, but there's no sales pitch, no strings, no pressure. We're just creating spaces for people to connect and belong—whoever you are, whatever you believe.

No cost, no judgement, no expectations, no strings.

How it works.

1. Sign up below, tell us a bit about yourself.

2. A host will get in touch with you with details about the next group event.

3. Turn up and get involved.

Register your interest

We do not use your data for anything outside matching and connecting you into a group of your choice. We're a Christian not-for-profit, that exists to help people find meaningful in-person connections, getting people off the internet and into authentic connections where people can explore life's big questions.

Run Club

Feeling stuck in your own head? Sometimes the best therapy is lacing up and moving your body with people who get it.

Our weekly run club on the Gold Coast isn't about speed or distance—it's about showing up, connecting with real people, and finding community while you clear your mind.

✅ All paces welcome (run, jog, or walk)

✅ Real conversations, less small talk

✅ Weekly meetups on the Gold Coast

✅ Completely free—just show up

Parents Group

Being a young parent is tough-and most of the time, it feels like everyone else has it figured out except you.

Our monthly parent groups (1st Saturday of each month) are for honest conversations with other parents navigating the same chaos, questions, and beautiful mess that comes with raising kids. Meet people who actually get it.

Monthly meetups on the Gold Coast Judgment-free zone for real parents. All stages welcome (babies to teens). Ready to meet other parents and stop doing this alone?

Social Catch ups

Surrounded by people but still feel alone?

You're not the only one craving something more meaningful than "How was your weekend?"

The Common Room creates small group spaces on the Gold Coast for real conversations—about life, purpose, God, struggles, and the things that actually matter.

Meet people who want to go deeper.

✅ Small groups for genuine connection

✅ Less surface-level, more substance

✅ Safe space to be real and vulnerable

✅ Completely free, no strings attached

Ready to meet people and find real connection?