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What's new

Here's what's new on Bunchups. Get the app to give them a go.

Version 1.8.0

New

November 2026

A whole new look

The whole app has been redesigned, with cleaner screens, clearer buttons and easier reading.

Swipe, list or map

Browse plans your way on Explore: swipe through cards, scroll a list or look at the map.

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One simple search

Search by what, when, where and who from one bar, including group size and flexible plans.

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A simpler way to plan

Plan an activity is now a few quick steps: pick an idea, set when and where, and say who it’s for.

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A clearer plan page

See the date, place and spots at a glance, plus verified planners, the plan’s vibe and similar plans.

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Flexible times

No set date? Post a plan with the times that suit you, like weekday evenings or weekends.

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Keep your spot private

Only people you say yes to see the exact place. Everyone else just sees the suburb.

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Waitlist

Plan full? Ask to be next and we’ll let you know if a spot opens up.

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Bring a mate

Asking to join? Let the planner know you’d like to bring a mate along.

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Share your plan anywhere

Send your plan to WhatsApp, Facebook groups or your stories, with a link anyone can open.

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Manage people and lock in a time

See who’s asked, say yes or no with a quick undo, and lock in a time that suits everyone.

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New Messages and chat

A tidier Messages list and easier-to-read chats. Ask to join, report or block right from the chat.

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Calendar invites

Get a calendar invite when you’re going, kept up to date if the plan changes.

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My activities

Everything you’ve planned or asked to join in one place, with clear statuses and request counts.

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Repost a plan

We’ll remind you before a plan with no date runs out, and you can post it again in a tap.

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Drafts

Not ready to post? Save your plan as a draft and finish it later.

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A new profile

Your profile now shows your interests, your meet-ups and kind words from people you’ve met.

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Simpler sign-up

Get started in a few steps, with first plan ideas picked from your interests.

Fresh community pages

A new look for joining a community and for each community’s page, with booking links where set up.

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Safety shield on the day

On the day of a plan, tap the shield to call 000, share the meeting place or report something.

Easier reporting

Report a person or a plan with a clear reason, and our team takes it from there.

Pause saved alerts

Pause an alert with a switch when you don’t need it, and turn it back on any time.

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Notifications your way

A simple switch for pushes, and a reminder in chat if they’re off, so you don’t miss a reply.

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Fewer, better-timed alerts

Alerts about plans nearby now go out a few at a time, up to 3 a day, and not overnight.

FAQs

Answers to common questions about Bunchups, right in the app.

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Safety tips

Simple tips for meeting new people safely.

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Suggest a feature

Got an idea for Bunchups? Send it straight to us from the app.

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Get help and contact us

Pick a topic or send us a message, and we’ll get back to you by email.

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Remembers how you sign in

Forgot whether you used your phone or email? The sign-in screen now reminds you.

Times that make sense

Plans show the time where they’re happening, with a short label if you’re somewhere else.

Easier going back

Going back from any screen is now quicker and more reliable.

Fits your screen

Screens now fit small phones, big phones, tablets and foldables.

No internet screen

Lost your connection? You’ll see a clear screen and can try again once you’re back online.

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Post your own or ask to join one. It's free to use, on iPhone and Android.