CODE OF CONDUCT
Original Dating events are designed to create a place for decent, honest and respectful singles to meet each other face to face. This Code of Conduct serves as a guide to ensure attendees can enjoy a fun and welcoming environment while meeting new people. By attending our events, you agree you will abide by these guidelines.
A TL;DR summary: Our events are about sparking offline connections in a fun, enjoyable way. We expect everyone to behave well and be kind and respectful to everyone they meet. We don't tolerate anyone who behaves badly at our events. We ban quickly and permanently if required. If deemed necessary we will involve the police without hesitation. Our team and venues have the authority to ban individuals at their discretion and decisions are final. Basically, just be on your best behaviour!
Core Principles
Communication and Behavior
- Engage in respectful conversation, avoiding deliberately offensive language
- You must be willing to speak to and interact with everyone present at the event
- You must refrain from making unwanted advances or explicit comments
- Do not share other attendees' personal information without their consent
- Avoid discussing past relationships or making comparisons with other attendees
Honesty and Authenticity
- You must represent yourself truthfully, including your relationship status and intentions
- Use your real name and be honest about your age and background
- Do not attend solely to promote business ventures or services
Respect and Consent
- Always obtain clear consent before any physical contact, including hugs or dancing etc
- Accept "no" gracefully and immediately cease pursuit if someone indicates disinterest
- Respect personal boundaries and maintain appropriate physical distance unless invited to do otherwise
- Do not photograph or record other attendees without their explicit permission
Safety and Wellbeing
- Do not share your personal contact information in the first instance. Use our matching system for initial contact until you trust the person.
- Maintain reasonable alcohol consumption with your limits
- Report any concerning behavior to event staff immediately
- Never leave your drinks unattended or accept drinks from strangers
Enforcement
The following actions may result in immediate removal from the event:
- Harassment of any kind
- Aggressive or threatening behavior
- Inappropriate physical contact or sexual misconduct
- Loud or obnoxious behaviour
- Discriminatory comments or actions
- Disruptive drunkenness or intoxication
- Deliberate violation of stated boundaries
Reporting
Alert event staff immediately if you witness or experience violations of our code of conduct.
All reports will be handled confidentially and investigated promptly.
Additional Guidelines
- Please arrive on time and stay for the event duration
- Participate in organised activities with an open mind
- Put away phones during structured networking periods
The organisers reserve the right to remove any attendee from the event for violations of this code of conduct, without refund. Serious violations may result in being banned from future events and or reporting to police.
By attending our singles events, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to abide by this Code of Conduct.