Architecture Groups Sydney

International Conference on Computational Design and Robotic Fabrication

FINAL days of registrations! Registrations for the keynote sessions of the CDRF2026 [DigitalFUTURES World](https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/pYxbClxwr8szOMWJt4fnczNPNk?domain=linkedin.com/ "https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/pYxbClxwr8szOMWJt4fnczNPNk?domain=linkedin.com/") conference will close tomorrow night. This is a rare CPD opportunity to engage with an exceptional line-up of keynote speakers, addressing some of the most pressing and transformative questions in architectural education and practice. Topics include: 'The Edge of Architecture' Prof [Christiane M Herr](https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/ToL5C1WZJVHEnZrysGhKcVt0bO?domain=linkedin.com/ "https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/ToL5C1WZJVHEnZrysGhKcVt0bO?domain=linkedin.com/"), [Southern University of Science and Technology](https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/IVx_C2xZKGsEKmLqsBiJc5q_g5?domain=linkedin.com/ "https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/IVx_C2xZKGsEKmLqsBiJc5q_g5?domain=linkedin.com/") 'Governing AI by Design' Dr [Sue Keay](https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/gcFZC3Q8LYFR74j1HDsRcQpivk?domain=linkedin.com/ "https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/gcFZC3Q8LYFR74j1HDsRcQpivk?domain=linkedin.com/"), [UNSW AI Institute](https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/gpJpC4QZMWF7Y8ZNsVtjc4T9SE?domain=linkedin.com/ "https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/gpJpC4QZMWF7Y8ZNsVtjc4T9SE?domain=linkedin.com/") [UNSW](https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/dnFmC5QZNAFWglymc8u5ckTlvl?domain=linkedin.com/ "https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/dnFmC5QZNAFWglymc8u5ckTlvl?domain=linkedin.com/") 'Creating an Industry–Academic Nexus to Tackle Urgent, Systemic Challenges in the ADE Industry' [Kathlyn Loseby](https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/H5l5C6X1OYTGVWR2cBC3c5r01R?domain=linkedin.com/ "https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/H5l5C6X1OYTGVWR2cBC3c5r01R?domain=linkedin.com/"), [PTW](https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/kpRZC71ZPDFWERr5c2F5coXKP8?domain=linkedin.com/ "https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/kpRZC71ZPDFWERr5c2F5coXKP8?domain=linkedin.com/") 'Integrative Computational Design and Construction for Transformative Architecture' [Achim Menges](https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/7ar2C81ZQXFwOkmVIEHjcyjVLW?domain=linkedin.com/ "https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/7ar2C81ZQXFwOkmVIEHjcyjVLW?domain=linkedin.com/"), [Institute for Computational Design and Construction (ICD)](https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/SYotC91Z03FYROJyTQIJcq7ay3?domain=linkedin.com/ "https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/SYotC91Z03FYROJyTQIJcq7ay3?domain=linkedin.com/") [University of Stuttgart](https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/XXFNC0YZGAhrJynOfpS6c9w5m9?domain=linkedin.com/ "https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/XXFNC0YZGAhrJynOfpS6c9w5m9?domain=linkedin.com/") 'Mind and Matter: Circular Intelligence in Physical AI for Architecture' [Philip F. Yuan](https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/Aa96CgZom7sYPBvXTxTOc4kZTK?domain=linkedin.com/ "https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/Aa96CgZom7sYPBvXTxTOc4kZTK?domain=linkedin.com/"), [Tongji University](https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/hCFpCjZrpAsylOzLcJUGcmX9-a?domain=linkedin.com/ "https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/hCFpCjZrpAsylOzLcJUGcmX9-a?domain=linkedin.com/") The keynote sessions are also offered as formal CPD points, providing both intellectual and professional value. If you’ve been meaning to register, don’t miss the opportunity to be part of these critical conversations shaping the future of our field. Further information and registrations via [https://lnkd.in/gepDMb8D](https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/WtrjCk8vq6FqYwDVIzcmcGBbD8?domain=lnkd.in "https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/WtrjCk8vq6FqYwDVIzcmcGBbD8?domain=lnkd.in")

ELIZABETH BAY HOUSE - Treading Feintly

Welcome to the next 2026 AWS Sydney Well-Architected Meetup!

Hi Architects, Welcome to the next 2026 AWS Sydney Well-Architected User Group Meetup! Each month we cover off AWS best-practices across all pillars and give away drones - lots of drones 🥳 **Please also note that AWS Security now requests a company name and company email where it is available. If you are a student, please list your institution and your student email address at that institution 👍** We'll be announcing more speakers on [https://well-architected.me](https://well-architected.me/) and previewing presentations during the coming weeks - our speakers and details this month include: Carles Vallecillo, Technical Trainer, Snowflake **Well-Architecting AWS AI** Amazon Bedrock and SageMaker are two of AWS's most powerful AI services - but which one will win the heavyweight title? In this session, we'll put them head-to-head across the six pillars of the AWS Well-Architected Framework: Operational Excellence, Security, Reliability, Performance Efficiency, Cost Optimization and Sustainability. Round by round, we'll compare their strengths, weaknesses, trade-offs and real-world use cases to answer questions such as: Which service gets you to production faster? Which gives you more control? Which is easier to secure and govern? Which delivers the best performance? • Which gives you the biggest bang for your buck? Expect practical examples, architectural insights and a few surprises as we crown the winner of each category (and discover whether there is really a single champion at all 9. * **SkillzLab Well-Architected Build Session** **Well-Architecting App Build-off Review** In this build session, we will have a live build-off with Students competing with AWS Builders and a drone for the most **well-architected** app on the night. This month's menu will include: * Pizzas * Beer: Nastro Azzurro * Wine: Big and red 🤤 So come join us at 5:30 for a 6pm **SHARP** start, followed by beer, wine, pizza and friendly networking after our talks :-) Tired of Linkedin’s "thought leadership”, spam and advertising? Join https://well-architected.me/ , the AWS community built for architects, developers and cloud professionals. * Connect with experienced AWS practitioners * Preview upcoming AWS Meetups and relive past content * Create and review beautiful AWS case studies in minutes * Prepare for AWS certifications with curated quizzes * Show your manager and reports you’re well-architected (Please note that by registering to attend you agree to your details being shared as and where required with Amazon Web Services and AWS Well-Architected User Group partners)

SydJS: AI — Adding Insight

What’s even better than uncovering insights into a rising technology? Getting to stand on the shoulders of giants to look ahead. What’s even better than that chance? Having the same team return to reprise what you’d learnt. What’s even better than that revision? Revising just that little bit slower and going just that little bit deeper. That’s right, Thinkmill’s Dinesh Pandiyan is back this month to guide you through how AI can be unlocked to add value to your company, your team, and your workflow. One not to miss!

AI Project Hub

Welcome to **WSTI's AI Project Hub**—the hands-on heart of the WSTI community's AI Shed model. This isn't a traditional class or a lecture. It’s a weekly, drop-in "Shed" designed for collaborative, project-based learning, where we support each other turning ideas (beginner or ambitious) into real, working prototypes and projects. Whether you're a founder with a specific problem, a developer testing a new tool, or a complete beginner curious about what you can make, this is your space to build, learn, and collaborate. **What to expect:** * **Quick Pitch:** To spark some inspiration, we’ll have a few informal, low-pressure "progress check-ins" where attendees can briefly share what they’re working on. * **Space to Build:** No formal lectures here. Just a supportive environment to polish your prototype, refine your code, or finalise your pitch. * **Guides on the Side:** Our technical mentors will be mingling in the room. They’re ready to offer a helpful nudge, architectural advice, or a tool recommendation if you hit a roadblock. * **Community Wisdom:** If our mentors don’t have the answer, they’ll connect you with someone else in the room who does. We’re all about sharing what we learn. * **Curiosity is Welcome:** You don’t need a hackathon project to pull up a chair. If you’re a regular from our Project Hub looking to share your knowledge, or just a curious neighbour. We have community laptops with access to some AI tools if you aren't able to bring your own. **Tools/Topics discussed may include:** * ChatGPT, Claude, Google Gemini, Opensource AI Models. * Platforms like n8n and other automation tools. * Coding vibe coding like Lovable, Replit, Antigravity and Cursor. * Frameworks such as BMAD. * Image and video generators like Midjourney, Nanobanana and Video models such as Kling, Veo & Seedance. *By attending this event, you consent that you may be photographed and recorded on video. These photos and videos may be used for marketing and promotional purposes in the future. If you have any concerns please let the team know upon arrival.*

Enshittification and the Power of Platforms: Is There a Way Out?

Ever wonder why so many digital services you rely on seem to be getting simultaneously worse and more expensive? More ads. Sponsored search results. Subscription creep. Auto‑renew traps. Dubious 'surge' charges. Sneaky fees. Forced sign-ins. Cancel buttons hidden. There's a term for this phenomenon: enshittification — the gradual degradation of platforms that once seemed like technological miracles offering us convenience, connection, and democratisation. But enshittification - the Macquarie Dictionary’s Word of the Year for 2024 - is just the surface symptom of something far more corrosive. Beneath the declining user experience lies a fundamental reshaping of our economy where a handful of tech platforms have positioned themselves as inescapable gatekeepers, extracting unprecedented wealth from workers, businesses, and consumers while accumulating dangerous concentrations of power — what some are now calling technofeudalism. What happened to the internet's promise of widespread prosperity and a stronger democracy? How did we end up locked into systems that seem designed to serve everyone except us? And most importantly: what can we do about it? Come join us for a vital conversation about reclaiming our digital future and building an economy that works for everyone, not just the platform owners. **Book: *Enshittification – Why Everything Suddenly Got Worse and What to Do About It* (2025) by Cory Doctorow** **Book (Alternative): *The Age of Extraction – How Tech Platforms Conquered the Economy and Threaten Our Future Prosperity* (2025) by Tim Wu** **Pdf Resource:** ***[Infographics and Summary Tables](https://1drv.ms/b/c/adb4f7488b2eef0a/IQB0CITwHhHJSaFBbJDhZmMEAcDSAace_BN1Q6aSYILezCI?e=edqfP9)*** (A prepared document of selected ideas from the two books) This month you have two options to read depending on your preference towards the level of analysis, style of writing, and your ease in accessing the book. *Enshittification: Why Everything Suddenly Got Worse and What to Do About It* by Cory Doctorow is a punchy, provocative, and highly readable take on why so many digital platforms seem to decline over time. Doctorow, who coined the term ‘enshittification’, argues that platforms follow a predictable lifecycle—starting out user-focused, then shifting to business customers, and finally extracting for themselves—in each stage squeezing the group it previously courted. The book is fast-paced, example-rich, and written in an accessible, almost conversational style, making it ideal if you enjoy sharp arguments, memorable concepts, and contemporary tech critique. It’s particularly appealing for readers who like books that spark immediate reactions and connect directly to everyday experiences online. *The Age of Extraction* by Tim Wu takes a broader, more analytical approach. Wu situates the problems of digital platforms within a larger historical and economic pattern, arguing that we are living in an “age of extraction” where powerful actors systematically draw value from users, workers, and society. The tone is more measured and reflective, with a focus on big-picture thinking and long-term trends. This book will appeal to readers who enjoy connecting ideas across economics, history, and politics, and who prefer a more structured, conceptual framework over a punchy polemic. Please read one (or both), depending on your interests. *The Age of Extraction* is 226 pages (or 6 hours) and *Enshittification* is 340 pages (or 10 hours, not available on Audible but is available on other platforms). Join us for a drink (and optional meal) at 6:30pm on Monday, 6th July, on the 2nd floor of the Keg & Brew Hotel in Surrey Hills (i.e. up two flights of stairs). The venue is conveniently located near Central Station and the Light Rail. Bring along an example of an app or digital service you used to really like that has since become enshittified—something you can have a quick rant about to kick off the conversation! 😊 Hope to see you there! P.S. Please adjust your RSVP if you have indicated that you will come but are no longer able to do so. This is courteous to other people if there is a waitlist. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- These are just optional links to consider to supplement the reading of the books. Feel free to pass on other useful links in the discussion section. **Videos & Podcasts** * Two-for-one: Cory Doctorow and Tim Wu together! (Curiously, as kids they were classmates in the same small primary school in Toronto!): [The Ezra Klein Show – We Didn't Ask for This Internet (1.5hrs)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yepnhe1T-9U&t) [The Oxford Internet Institute - Enshittification and Extraction (1.5hrs)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CkYxMQJ9c94) * Cory Doctorow Interviews: [Prospect Magazine (28mins)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i9XRREj1DSo&t) [Doctorow on The Daily Show (15 mins)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d2e-c9SF5nE) [The Guardian (24 mins)](https://www.theguardian.com/news/audio/2025/nov/24/enshittification-how-we-got-the-internet-no-one-asked-for-podcast) * Tim Wu Interviews: [The Majority Report (40 mins)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BpnMk3IhV6U) [The Commonwealth Club (1 hour)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0mRvMEzjTVw) * Explainer Video: [Why Every App is Getting Worse on Purpose (10 mins)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bjEGRXVKQCQ) **Written** * Pdf Resource: [Infographics and Summary Tables](https://1drv.ms/b/c/adb4f7488b2eef0a/IQB0CITwHhHJSaFBbJDhZmMEAcDSAace_BN1Q6aSYILezCI?e=edqfP9) (A prepared document of selected ideas from the two books) * Enshittification Summaries and Reviews: [Wikipedia summary of Enshittification](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Enshittification) [Transcript of Doctorow Lecture on Enshittification](https://doctorow.medium.com/my-mcluhan-lecture-on-enshittification-ea343342b9bc) [CounterFire Book Review ](https://www.counterfire.org/article/enshittification-why-everything-suddenly-got-worse-and-what-to-do-about-it-book-review/) * The Age of Extraction Reviews [Prospect Book Review](https://prospect.org/2025/12/10/internets-tollbooth-operators-wu-review/) [HowAustraliaReallyWorks Book Review](https://www.howaustraliareallyworks.com/2026/02/book-summary-age-of-extraction-how-tech.html) [Washington Monthly Book Review](https://washingtonmonthly.com/2025/11/02/age-of-extraction-tim-wu/)

Sydney Tech Mixer and Social (Tech / AI / Data / IT) ✨

THERE IS NO WAITLIST. EVERYONE CAN JOIN. ​ Whether you're a seasoned tech veteran or just starting out, let's create the ideal afterwork place to meet and chill with other workers in tech - find that new job, expand your network, share ideas, and stay up-to-date on the latest trends in the industry. Let's inspire, innovate, and shape the future of technology in Sydney! Tech, AI, Data, IT, and more \~ ​ \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ### Event Details 💰 Cost: $5 (Online only, no tickets at door) [ Link to Website ](https://techsocialsydney.com/event/meetup) 🍺🥃 Afterwork drinks and social 📍 Sydney Cidery (Inside, or ask for Tech Social) - 389 Pitt St 🕕 6:00pm onwards every Friday ​ **Or RSVP on the website for our Discord / WhatsApp communities, and to see who else is going and what their backgrounds/seniority/interests are:** 🔗 [Link to Website](https://techsocialsydney.com/event/meetup) ​ If you cannot find us, ask staff about Social Meetup, or find a table, snap a photo and ask in the WhatsApp community above. ​ \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ### Who Should Attend? Perfect for **Sydney tech professionals** including: * **Software Developers & Engineers** (Python, JavaScript, Java, C++, React, Node.js) * **Data Scientists & Analysts** (Machine Learning, AI, Data Visualization, SQL) * **Cybersecurity Professionals** (InfoSec, Ethical Hacking, Cloud Security) * **Product Managers & Tech Entrepreneurs** * **Students & Tech Graduates** looking to break into tech * **Career Changers** entering tech industry * **Remote Workers & Digital Nomads** in Sydney * **Startup Employees & Entrepreneurs** * **Digital Marketing & Product Professionals** * **Senior Engineers** looking to mentor and network \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ### What You'll Experience * 🤝 **Network with Sydney tech community** * 💼 **Job opportunities** and referrals from peers * 🚀 **Career acceleration** through peer networking * 🎯 **Skill sharing** and tech discussions * 🧠 **Knowledge sharing** on latest tech trends * 🎉 **Social activities** and games * 🧠 **Learn from peers** about real-world challenges * 🚀 **Collaborate** on projects and ideas * 🎯 **Mentorship connections** (both ways!) * 🍻 **Fun, casual atmosphere** \- no matter your seniority level \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ### Event Guidelines * Support the venue by purchasing drinks/food (no outside items allowed) * Maintain appropriate behavior and respect for all attendees * Bring physical ID if required by venue (call ahead to confirm) * Disclaimer: We are not affiliated with the venue, we just use the space. So don't call the venue asking about our events. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ​ ​ *Sydney Australia tech social mixer afterwork drinks AI connect network data IT programming cybersecurity digital nomad blockchain crypto big data science computer networking community jobs entrepreneur industry product design startup software development machine learning python javascript professional networking career development it professionals developers mentorship ai sql analytics data engineering business intelligence deep learning tensorflow pytorch data visualization data analysts ml engineers Sydney Australia tech social mixer afterwork drinks AI connect network data IT programming cybersecurity digital nomad blockchain crypto big data science computer networking community jobs entrepreneur industry product design startup software development machine learning python javascript professional networking career development it professionals developers mentorship ai sql analytics data engineering business intelligence deep learning tensorflow pytorch data visualization data analysts ml engineers***📱 Follow us:** [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/tech.social.event) \| [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/tech.social.event/) \| [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-social-event)

SALON DES REFUSES 2026

3D Print Your Next Project! (Contour 3D) + Duplex (Zahir Hussain)

**\*\*\*RSVP PROCESS - CRITICAL INFO\*\*\*** Please be aware, we don't use the Meetup website to take RSVPs, so you will need to register on this link to lock in your place (bookings essential) - [https://propdev.info/uMvs](https://propdev.info/uMvs) We run events most weekends around Australia so you can attend either physically in your local area, or live-stream to any event around the country. **In-Person:** 1:30pm (Sydney time) to 'Mingle With The Expert' **Virtual:** 2pm (Sydney time) **INTRODUCING THE INDUSTRY EXPERT:** *3D Print Your Next Project! Contour 3D (Nick Holden)* If you’ve ever looked at a construction project and thought, “There has to be a faster, cheaper way to build this…” … you’re not alone. For many small to medium property developers, rising construction costs, labour shortages, project delays, and shrinking margins are making development projects harder than ever to deliver profitably. A project can stack up on paper… until builder availability becomes an issue, costs blow out, and timelines stretch months beyond expectations. What makes it worse is that most developers have little visibility into the technologies that are rapidly changing the future of construction. As a result, many developers continue using traditional building methods without understanding what alternatives are emerging… and how they could create a competitive advantage. At our next Property Developer Network Sunday Session, **Nick Holden** from **Contour 3D** will explore one of the biggest innovations the building industry has seen in decades: 3D-printed construction. Nick will cover: • How 3D-printed construction actually works • The technology behind Contour 3D's building systems • The benefits and limitations of 3D-printed homes • How automation is changing construction delivery • The potential impact on costs, labour, and project timelines • What property developers need to know about the future of building This is a fascinating opportunity to get an inside look at the next generation of construction technology and understand how it could reshape the way development projects are delivered. If you want to stay ahead of industry change and understand what's coming next in residential construction, don't miss this session. **INTRODUCING THE REAL DEAL:** 𝘋𝘶𝘱𝘭𝘦𝘹 (𝘡𝘢𝘩𝘪𝘳 𝘏𝘶𝘴𝘴𝘢𝘪𝘯) 𝟨𝟢𝟢𝘮𝟤,𝘙𝟤, 𝘙𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘵𝘰𝘯𝘦, 𝘕𝘦𝘸 𝘚𝘰𝘶𝘵𝘩 𝘞𝘢𝘭𝘦𝘴 You've found a promising site. The feasibility looks solid. The market is moving in the right direction. Everything appears to be lining up for a successful duplex project. Then reality kicks in. Council approvals take longer than expected. The design process becomes more complicated. Site works cost more than anticipated. Retaining walls, cut and fill, consultant challenges and delays start eating into your timeline and budget. If you've ever experienced unexpected hurdles during a development, you're not alone. That's exactly what 𝗭𝗮𝗵𝗶𝗿 𝗛𝘂𝘀𝘀𝗮𝗶𝗻 faced on this 𝗗𝘂𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘅 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁. The difference? He didn't panic when things became more difficult than expected. He stayed focused on the market, managed the challenges as they arose, and kept his eye firmly on the end result. Despite the setbacks, Zahir successfully navigated the project and achieved a profitable exit. In this session, Zahir will walk you through: • The key challenges that turned a straightforward duplex into a more complex project • Lessons learned from a difficult DA process and extended timelines • The risks of relying too heavily on a single consultant or designer • How underestimated site costs impacted the project and what he'd do differently next time • Why actively monitoring the market helped protect the project's profitability If you're planning a duplex, subdivision or small-scale development, this Real Deal presentation will give you a genuine look at what happens when a project doesn't go exactly as planned and how to successfully work through it. Practical. Honest. Packed with lessons from the real world. ***A session you don’t want to Miss!*** ***Join us for this event and progress your property journey forward in our very unique Mastermind process!*** See you all soon!

Surry Hills street style shoot with Natarsha

Join Print & Pixel for an urban fashion photography workshop through the creative streets of Surry Hills — one of Sydney’s most visually inspiring neighbourhoods for street style, editorial portraiture, and candid fashion storytelling. We are no longer taking payments via PayPal - tickets can only be purchased through **[Eventbrite](https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/street-shoots-4838530)**, **[Humanitix](https://collections.humanitix.com/street-beach-workshops)** or the **[website.](https://printpixel.org/events/category/streetshoot/list/)**Payment must be made before your attendance is confirmed. From graffiti-covered laneways and industrial backdrops to hidden cafés, vintage storefronts, and city textures, this workshop is designed to help photographers capture fashion in a real-world environment with energy, movement, and personality. Working with models styled in contemporary streetwear looks, participants will explore how to direct talent naturally, use available light creatively, and compose images that feel authentic, cinematic, and social media–ready. Throughout the session, we will guide attendees through techniques for fashion portraiture, environmental framing, posing, and building a cohesive visual story on location. Whether you’re shooting on a DSLR, mirrorless camera, or mobile phone, this workshop is open to all skill levels and is perfect for photographers looking to grow their confidence while creating portfolio-worthy content in one of Sydney’s most iconic creative districts. Expect: * Streetwear and editorial-inspired styling * Guided fashion and portrait photography shooting * Creative direction and composition tips * A variety of urban backdrops and hidden laneways * A relaxed, social atmosphere for creatives and photographers **Come explore the streets, meet other creatives, and capture the unique style and character of Surry Hills through your lens.**

Stylish Paddington + Rushcutters Bay: 8 Art Galleries

**NOTE:** This event is posted on multiple Meetup groups. **ABOUT:** Explore the sophisticated art galleries of Paddington and Rushcutters Bay on Saturday, July 18. Come along whatever your professional background! Tech, finance, law, real estate, hospitality, healthcare, retail, fashion - all welcome - whether you've engaged with art before or not. Feel at home. This tour will introduce you to Australian and international artists working in painting, photography and sculpture - covering a range of subjects. Listen to fascinating stories. Introduce yourself to each other, make new friends, interact with gallery staff, and have fun! **MEETING TIME:** 12:00 Noon – 12:10 PM. **MEETING POINT:** Outside “Bar Latte”, 29/235 New South Head Road, Edgecliff NSW 2027. The café is right next to Edgecliff Station entry/exit on New South Head Road. You are welcome to buy a coffee. **START AND PROGRAMME:** We will begin at 12.10 PM at Edgecliff Station and move towards Paddington. Midway we will stop at a corner shop where you can enjoy a bite. **END:** We will end the walk by 2:30 PM near the bus stop in Rushcutters Bay for your convenience. **PRICE OF TOUR:** Please pay $20 by cash on arrival. Or you could transfer the amount to: Account Name: Elucidaction Pty Ltd St. George Bank Account Number: 433 012 445, BSB: 112-879 Please send a copy when you make the payment. **IMPORTANT:** * Please check transport in advance. Make sure you sleep well the night before, and leave home early enough in the morning so you can reach the meeting point on time. * Remember to have a good breakfast before arriving which can keep you going during the early afternoon. * Please message if you are running late. * Stay with the group at all times. You are expected to be "present" and socialise with other attendees - please do not talk on the phone to somebody else unless it is urgent. * Please inform the organiser if you want to leave before the end of the walk. * Wear comfortable shoes, a hat or cap, sun protection. Bring a water bottle and an umbrella in case it rains. * Be careful when you explore art galleries. Do not touch surfaces of artworks. * No additional compulsory costs beyond $20. Drinks and snacks are optional – you may also bring your own. * Photos of the group will be clicked and may be posted on Meetup and the organiser’s social media platforms. Attendees who do not wish to be photographed must inform the organiser before the tour begins. * Please update your registration if you are unable to make it to the event. **CONTACT:** Call, text or WhatsApp Tulika at 0402 820 272 if you have any questions. Having lived across India, Thailand, the UK, Canada and Australia, Tulika is an Art and Culture Consultant and founder of the art publication + art consultancy: [https://onartandaesthetics.com/.](https://onartandaesthetics.com/) You can also connect with her on Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/tulikabahadur/.](https://www.instagram.com/tulikabahadur/) Email: tulikabahadur[at]gmail[dot]com. For updates on Sydney events, you are welcome to join the WhatsApp group "Sydney Art & Culture Events & Tours": [https://chat.whatsapp.com/BttDzLCa2TTFa2te1Q1FkZ?mode=hqrt1.](https://chat.whatsapp.com/BttDzLCa2TTFa2te1Q1FkZ?mode=hqrt1.)

$10🌊🎨 "Art, Exercise & the Sea”: Exploring Woollahra + Bondi 🤝🚶🏻‍♀️

**NOTE:** This event is posted on multiple Meetup groups. **ABOUT:** Enjoy a unique tour of Woollahra and Bondi that brings together fitness, culture and the beach on Saturday, July 11. Walk a substantial distance across the two neighbourhoods and explore amazing art galleries – exhibiting paintings, photography, sculptures, installations. Listen to interesting stories, interact with the staff. Bonus: some gorgeous boutiques and heritage homes on the route. All welcome – those familiar with art or completely new to it. Come whatever your background – tech, finance, retail, healthcare, etc. Exchange names and numbers, make new friends, and have fun! **MEETING TIME:** 11:15 – 11:25 AM. **MEETING POINT:** Outside “Westfield Shopping Centre” (500 Oxford St, Bondi Junction NSW 2022) entry/exit at the corner of Grosvenor St & Oxford St, opposite "Kathmandu" shop. Near Bondi Junction station. **START AND PROGRAMME:** We will begin at 11:25 AM, moving towards Woollahra on Oxford Street, then coming back to Bondi. We will spend 10-15 minutes per gallery, and stop midway for drinks and snacks. **END:** The walk will end before 3:30 PM near a bus stop on Bondi beach. **PRICE OF TOUR:** Please pay $10 by cash on arrive. Or you could transfer the amount to: Account Name: Elucidaction Pty Ltd St. George Bank Account Number: 433 012 445, BSB: 112-879 Please send a copy when you make the payment. **IMPORTANT:** * Please check transport in advance. Make sure you sleep well the night before, and leave home early enough in the morning so you can reach the meeting point on time. * Remember to have a good breakfast before arriving which can keep you going during the early afternoon. * Please message if you are running late. * Please stay with the group at all times. You are expected to be "present" and socialise with other attendees - please do not talk on the phone to somebody else unless it is urgent. * Please inform the organiser if you want to leave before the end of the walk. * Wear comfortable shoes, a hat or cap, sun protection. Please bring a water bottle and an umbrella. * No additional compulsory costs beyond $10. Drinks and snacks are optional – you may also bring your own. * Be careful when you explore art galleries. Do not touch surfaces of artworks. * Photos of the group will be clicked and may be posted on Meetup and the organiser’s social media platforms. Attendees who do not wish to be photographed must inform the organiser before the tour begins. * Please update your registration if you are unable to make it to the event. **CONTACT:** Call, text or WhatsApp Tulika at 0402 820 272 if you have any questions. Having lived across India, Thailand, the UK, Canada and Australia, Tulika is an Art and Culture Consultant and founder of the art publication + art consultancy: [https://onartandaesthetics.com/.](https://onartandaesthetics.com/) You can also connect with her on Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/tulikabahadur/.](https://www.instagram.com/tulikabahadur/) Email: tulikabahadur[at]gmail[dot]com. For updates on Sydney events, you are welcome to join the WhatsApp group "Sydney Art & Culture Events & Tours": [https://chat.whatsapp.com/BttDzLCa2TTFa2te1Q1FkZ?mode=hqrt1.](https://chat.whatsapp.com/BttDzLCa2TTFa2te1Q1FkZ?mode=hqrt1.)