Dating in Australia, from the coast to the suburbs
Australians tend to be direct, outdoorsy and relaxed about first dates, but a country this big brings its own problem: the right person can be a long drive or a flight away. Wrati helps you meet people near you who want the same thing — dating, a long-term relationship or marriage — and to say so before anyone books a table.
Free to join for men and women
What dating in Australia is like
A first date here is as likely to be a beach walk, a weekend brunch or a barbecue invitation as a drink in a bar. Daylight and good weather do a lot of work, and many people prefer a casual daytime meeting before committing to an evening.
Distances are enormous. Perth is closer to Bali than to Sydney, and even within a city, someone in Penrith and someone in Bondi can spend well over an hour reaching each other. Setting a realistic distance avoids matches you will never actually meet.
Australia's Indian, Nepali, Sri Lankan and Pakistani communities have grown fast, especially in Melbourne's western and south-eastern suburbs, Sydney's west around Parramatta and Harris Park, and parts of Perth and Adelaide. Many members want a partner who shares a language or festival calendar; many others are happy to cross those lines.
Universities and working-holiday visas bring a steady stream of young people from around the world, and many end up staying. A lot of them are building a social life from scratch in a new city, which makes clear intentions on a profile especially useful.
Dating, relationships and marriage in Australia
Living together before marriage is common in Australia, and many couples take their time. Others are clear they want marriage within a few years. Wrati shows each member's intention — Marriage, Long term, Short term, Casual and more — so expectations line up early.
Couples who cross cultures are a familiar sight in Australian cities, and Wrati's in-chat translation helps when a conversation drifts into a language one of you grew up with. Optional astrology compatibility is there for those who want it, and switched off for everyone else.
Whatever you are looking for, you say it up front. Your intention — Marriage, Long term, Short term and others — is shown to the people you match with, so someone looking for a life partner and someone looking to date can each find people who want the same thing.
Also on Wrati in Australia
Love in your language
Languages commonly spoken in Australia include English, Mandarin, Arabic, Vietnamese, Punjabi, Hindi, Nepali and Cantonese. On Wrati you can list the languages you speak, and in-chat translation helps when you and your match do not share a first language.
How Wrati helps you connect
Photo-verified profiles
A verified badge shows who has confirmed the person in the photos is really them.
Intentions up front
Dating, long-term or marriage — visible before the first message.
Private by default
Your mobile number is never shown to other members.
Free safety tools
Blocking, reporting and who-can-see-me controls never need a paid plan.
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Meeting safely
Keep conversations in the app until you trust someone, meet in a busy public place, tell a friend your plans and never send money to someone you have not met. If anyone makes you uncomfortable, block and report them — both are free for everyone. Read more in our safety guide and privacy policy.
Frequently asked questions
Can I meet Indian singles in Australia on Wrati?
Wrati is open to everyone in Australia. You can set your languages and intention, which makes it easier to meet people who share your background — or people who do not, if you prefer.
Does Wrati work in regional Australia?
Yes. The web app works anywhere with an internet connection, and you can widen your distance setting to reach people in nearby towns or the closest city.
Is Wrati free for both men and women?
Yes. Creating a profile, photo verification, discovering people, matching and starting conversations are free for everyone. Premium is optional and adds extras such as unlimited chats and calling.
Can I use Wrati if I am looking for marriage rather than dating?
Yes. When you set up your profile you choose what you are looking for — Marriage, Long term, Short term and other intentions — and that is shown to the people you match with, so marriage-minded members can find each other without guessing.
Will other members see my phone number?
No. Your mobile number is never shown to other members. You can chat, and with Premium call, inside the app before deciding to share anything else. Blocking and reporting are free for everyone.
Is there a Wrati app for iPhone?
Not yet. Wrati is available as an Android app on Google Play and on the web at wrati.com, which works in any modern mobile browser, including on iPhone.
Can I meet people from other countries on Wrati?
Yes. Wrati is open to members worldwide. You can meet people near you, or look further afield — and in-chat translation helps when you and the other person do not share a first language.
Get Wrati on Android
Wrati works on the web at wrati.com in any modern browser. The Android app is on Google Play where the listing is available in your country. There is no iPhone app yet — on iPhone, use wrati.com in your browser.