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Palm Beach Whale Watching & Barrenjoey Lighthouse Adventure
Sat, Aug 22, 1:00 AMRegister here: https://events.humanitix.com/palm-beach-whale-watching-and-barrenjoey-lighthouse-adventure **Join us for a beautiful coastal escape to one of Sydney’s most spectacular viewpoints — Barrenjoey Headland at Palm Beach.** This is more than just a day out in nature — it's an opportunity to meet new friends, connect with like-minded people, enjoy great conversations, and create lasting memories while exploring one of Sydney's most iconic coastal destinations. **Contribution:** $10 AUD ([pay here](https://events.humanitix.com/palm-beach-whale-watching-and-barrenjoey-lighthouse-adventure?_gl=1*ogyc6h*_gcl_au*MTMzMDE1MzAyMS4xNzgzMzAwMDgw*_ga*ODE3NzY3MTU4LjE3NzUyMTE3NTM.*_ga_LHKW5FR9N6*czE3ODQ1OTc0ODIkbzk1JGcxJHQxNzg0NTk5NzY1JGo2MCRsMCRoMA..)[)](https://events.humanitix.com/palm-beach-whale-watching-and-barrenjoey-lighthouse-adventure/tickets?_gl=1*1l1qkcm*_gcl_au*MTMzMDE1MzAyMS4xNzgzMzAwMDgw*_ga*ODE3NzY3MTU4LjE3NzUyMTE3NTM.*_ga_LHKW5FR9N6*czE3ODM1NzA3MDQkbzgxJGcxJHQxNzgzNTcxMzM2JGoxMCRsMCRoMA) **What to bring:** Comfortable walking shoes **Meeting Point:** Meet the group at the Joye cafe (Pick-up from Macquarie University can also be arranged (please let us know in advance if you'd like a lift). **Itinerary** 📍 Meeting options: **Itinerary** 11:00 am – Arrive at Palm Beach Meet the group at the Joey cafe, get to know everyone, and prepare for our scenic walk. Don't forget your water, hat, sunscreen, comfortable walking shoes, and binoculars if you have them. 11:30 am – Walk to Barrenjoey Lighthouse Enjoy the scenic walk up to Barrenjoey Headland, taking in spectacular views of Palm Beach, Pittwater, Broken Bay, and the Pacific Ocean. 12:30 noon – Whale Watching 🐋 Spend time at the lookout searching for migrating humpback whales while enjoying the breathtaking coastal scenery. 13:00 pm – Explore Barrenjoey Lighthouse Take photos, admire the panoramic views, and learn about this historic Sydney landmark. 13:30 pm – Relax at Palm Beach Enjoy a leisurely stroll along the beach, dip your toes in the water, or simply relax and chat with your new friends. 2:00 pm – Lunch Together Bring a picnic or purchase lunch from one of the nearby cafés and enjoy a relaxed meal overlooking the beach. ✨ Whether you come on your own or with a friend, this is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy nature, spot whales, meet new people, and spend a memorable day outdoors. ***This event is weather dependent. In case of rain, we’ll notify you in advance with an update.*** *Note:* This event is designed to foster genuine connections and friendships. We aim to create a safe, respectful environment for everyone. Inappropriate communication or behaviour will not be tolerated. *Photo & Video Disclaimer:* Please note that photos and videos will be taken throughout the event and may be used on our social media channels or other platforms. If you prefer not to be photographed or filmed, please inform one of the hosts at the beginning of the event. **WHO ARE THE ORGANIZERS?** BelongOz is a friendly, supportive community for people living in Australia who want to **connect, belong, and grow**. This is a **safe, inclusive space** to make friends, share experiences, and explore personal and professional growth. BelongOz has been founded by Olga Berkovsky & Veerle Beelen Da Costa David. Olga is a certified Life Coach and NLP Practitioner, and the heart behind Samsara Life Coaching & NLP. Originally from Belarus, her journey has taken her across 50 countries before finding home in Australia. Veerle is a certified Travel Coach & Life Coach, experienced meditation teacher, author, host of Beyonder - The Podcast, and founder of Unpackbyveer. She's originally from the Netherlands, but has lived in many different places and now calls Australia home. **What we offer:** * Meaningful conversations and connection * Personal growth tips and tools * Fun social events, workshops, and meet-ups * A warm, inclusive, and supportive environment Whether you’re new to Australia or simply looking for deeper connection, **you’re welcome here**. Come as you are — **you belong!** ✨
OVERCOMING ANXIETY - Free Coaching Session
Mon, Aug 10, 9:00 AM**This is 1:1 call. After RSVP, someone from our team will contact you and send you calendly link for scheduling meeting** This is a free coaching session as a part of our promotional activity, created for individuals who are experiencing anxiety and want to regain a sense of inner balance and control 🌿 In this session, we will explore what anxiety means for you - what triggers it, how it shows up in your thoughts and body, and what keeps it active. You will be guided through a supportive conversation that helps you understand your inner processes more clearly, without judgment or pressure 🤝 The focus is not only on awareness, but also on practical steps. You will learn simple and effective techniques that can help you calm your mind, reduce tension, and respond differently in challenging moments. We will also look at how your patterns of thinking and emotional responses influence your experience, and how small shifts can create meaningful change over time 🔄 This is a safe space where you can openly share, feel heard, and begin building a more stable, grounded, and confident version of yourself 💬
【Sydney】AI Engineering Insights:：From Idea to Production
Wed, Aug 12, 7:30 AM## From AI Ideas and Prototypes to Production Building an AI demo is relatively easy. The real challenge is turning an idea into a reliable product that can operate continuously in a real-world production environment. From problem definition, system design and model integration to AI agents, RAG, evaluation, exception handling, cost management, deployment, monitoring and continuous optimisation, every stage affects the accuracy, reliability and maintainability of an AI application. This event focuses on practical **AI engineering**. Speakers from AI engineering, software development, engineering leadership and enterprise AI will share real-world projects, engineering case studies and live demonstrations, exploring how AI applications progress from idea and prototype to production. Rather than discussing general AI trends, the event will focus on real engineering challenges, technical decisions and production experience. It will also explore how AI solutions create measurable business value and how generative AI can be applied effectively in real-world scenarios. ## 💡 What We’ll Cover * The complete AI application lifecycle—from idea and prototype to production * AI agents, RAG, tool calling and production-grade workflow design * Harness engineering and enterprise market analytics systems * Model integration, Evals, exception handling and system reliability * Cost optimisation, deployment, monitoring and continuous improvement * Identifying genuine customer needs and building AI solutions that create measurable business value * Balancing quality, cost and delivery time in AI projects * Practical applications of Gemini Deep Research, Guided Learning and NotebookLM * Using Gemini for job discovery, company research and technical interview preparation * Engineering challenges, technical decisions and solutions from real-world AI projects ## 💻 Event Format * 1.5 hours of speaker sessions and technical demonstrations * 0.5 hours of live Q&A and technical discussion * All sessions will be delivered in English * Food and drinks will be provided ## 🎤 Speakers ### Stan **Head of Engineering\, Kindling \(AirTree Portfolio\) \| Former Principal Software Engineer\, McKinsey** Stan is currently Head of Engineering at Kindling, an AirTree portfolio company. He previously served as a Principal Software Engineer at McKinsey and brings extensive experience in software engineering, engineering leadership and product development. *** ### Harris Law **Senior AI Engineer\, Quantium \| AI Engineer & Full\-Stack Developer** Harris is a Senior AI Engineer at Quantium with more than 10 years of software development experience. He has previously worked at Commonwealth Bank and PwC. His technical expertise includes LangChain, LangGraph, RAG, ReAct agents and deep agents, as well as cloud services, full-stack development and enterprise system engineering. He is passionate about building sustainable technology solutions for the finance and environmental sectors. **Session: Harness Engineering: How Checkout AI Built Woolies’ Market Analytics System** *** ### Geshan Manandhar **Technical Lead\, Safewill \| Google Developer Expert \(Google Cloud\) \| Docker Captain** Geshan has more than 17 years of software engineering experience and currently serves as Technical Lead at Safewill. He is also a Google Developer Expert for Google Cloud and a Docker Captain. His areas of expertise include cloud computing, microservices, serverless architecture and modern software engineering. He has spoken at technology conferences across Australia, the United States, Europe and the Middle East. **Session: How to Use Gemini to Search and Bag Your First or Next Tech Job** *** ### Devika Mohotti **Founder\, Devika Mohotti Advisory \(AI & Strategy\) \| AI Strategy & Operations Leader** Devika has more than 20 years of experience in strategy, operations and commercial leadership. She has held senior positions at AWS, IBM, Avanade and Schneider Electric. She specialises in connecting AI technology with business strategy and operations to support revenue growth, go-to-market execution and organisational transformation. She has also delivered AI education and guidance to more than 300 finance, strategy and operations professionals. **Session: Building AI Solutions That Create Business Value** ## 🙋 Who Should Attend? * AI Engineers and Machine Learning Engineers * Software Engineers and Technical Leads * Professionals developing AI agents, RAG systems or intelligent assistants * Developers moving AI prototypes into production * Technical professionals interested in AI architecture, reliability and production deployment * Product and technology leaders interested in real-world enterprise AI delivery ## 🗺️ Event Schedule **5:15 PM–5:30 PM** \| Registration\, food and networking **5:30 PM–5:40 PM** \| Welcome and speaker introductions **5:40 PM–7:00 PM** \| Speaker sessions and technical demonstrations **7:00 PM–7:30 PM** \| Live Q&A and technical discussion **7:30 PM** \| Event concludes ## 📌 Event Information 📅 **Date:** Wednesday, 12 August 2026 ⏰ **Time:** 5:30 PM–7:30 PM AEST 📍 **Venue:** Nutanix Sydney Office Level 10, Maritime Trade Towers 201 Kent Street, Sydney NSW 2000 🗣️ **Language:** English **This event will be conducted entirely in English.** 🤝 **Co-hosted by:** JR Academy × KSUG.AI 🥤 **Food and drinks:** Food and beverages will be provided ## About the Organisers ### ★ JR Academy Founded in August 2017 and headquartered in Brisbane, Australia, JR Academy is a technology education company providing international students and the Chinese-speaking community with IT training, career development and employment-related services. Through its media network, online learning platform and career platform, JR Academy provides integrated access to education, employment information and professional development opportunities. Beginning with IT and business training programmes, JR Academy has continued to expand its impact across Australia’s international student community and has helped 6,000 students secure job offers. By using technology to empower education, JR Academy aims to make the overseas study and career journey more efficient, accessible and clearly structured. ### ★ KSUG.AI — A Global AI and Cloud-Native Technology Community [KSUG.AI](http://KSUG.AI) (Kubernetes & AI User Group) is one of the largest and most active global communities focused on Kubernetes, cloud-native and AI technologies. With more than 180,000 members and followers worldwide, KSUG.AI brings together developers, engineers and technology enthusiasts to share knowledge, collaborate and grow.
Negotiation - The Art of Influencing Outcomes
Sat, Aug 8, 6:00 AMHow often do you put yourself last - letting others take the credit, have the benefit, or cut in front of the queue just because they asked? While there are certainly times when being considerate is the right choice, there are times when there is no reason to NOT stand up for yourself. No more staying safe, staying silent, or simply going with the flow. It's time you advocate for YOU and what you care about, because what you stand for, matters. This game-changing session gives you the chance to practice real negotiation skills through a series of fun, low-stake simulations that will help you become more confident in advocating up for yourself anytime, anywhere, with anyone. **WHO THIS IS FOR** * people who want to get ahead in life * people who want to communicate with greater confidence * entrepreneurs, business owners, and corporate professionals **WHAT YOU WILL GET** * more stamina when it comes to negotiating * meaning connections with people who remind you of what you're about * real conviction and passion to make decisions that serve your needs best **ABOUT THE HOSTS** ***Melissa Paris*** is an arts educator, director, performer, and facilitator with over 20 years of experience across higher education and the creative industries. Trained through Q Theatre, TAFE, and university programs, she has built an extensive background spanning theatre, television, film, and the performing arts. Melissa is passionate about creating safe, inclusive, and engaging environments where people feel comfortable stepping outside their comfort zones, building confidence, and discovering their creative potential. Whether coaching individuals or facilitating groups, she is known for bringing warmth, energy, and genuine connection to those she trains. Her superpower is "making strangers feel like family," and takes this trust to push people into greatness. To date, she has contributed to the success of organisations such as the Sydney Olympic Games, Western Sydney University, and Coulter Legal. ***Jonathan Lee*** is an experience designer, facilitator, and founder of Utopia Rising, with over 25 years of involvement in personal development. Known for creating playful yet meaningful social experiences, Jonathan specialises in holding space to allow the kind of participation that leads to connection, full self-expression, and insight. Since 2016, he has hosted 50+ events across 20+ original themes, including Gratitude, Paparazzi, Creative Arts, Productivity, Philosophy, Innovation, Evolution, and Time Travel, among others. Utopia Rising is THE game changer for reimagining party culture as a force for positive socializing - inviting people to explore who they are, how they relate to others, and what becomes possible when humans gather with purpose. 🎟️ Reserve your spot at: [https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1618159](https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1618159)
The Art of Metaphor: Using Metaphor to Inspire Insight, Communication & Change
Sun, Aug 9, 9:00 AM🔥Sometimes the most powerful way to create change isn’t to explain more—it’s to tell a better story. The Art of Metaphor explores how metaphor can open new ways of thinking, communicating, and understanding experience. 🧠 What if a metaphor could help someone see a challenge from an entirely new perspective? 📩Join **Chris Collingwood** for **The Art of Metaphor**, a free MOTIVATE Community webinar exploring the fascinating role of metaphor in communication, coaching, NLP, and personal development. Discover how metaphor can help express complex ideas, invite fresh perspectives, and create conversations that go beyond straightforward explanation. 💻Presented as part of After-Hours Discussion with Professional Coaches, this 1.5-hour online session offers an opportunity to explore metaphor through the lens of professional coaching and NLP. 📣Whether you’re a coach, NLP practitioner, personal development enthusiast, or simply curious about how language influences the way we think, this Sunday discussion invites you to discover the possibilities hidden within metaphor. 🎯 **KEY POINTS / TAKEAWAYS FOR THE AUDIENCE** Based strictly on the topic provided in the flyer, the session can be positioned around these themes: ✅Explore the art and role of metaphor in human communication. ✅Consider how metaphors can make complex or abstract ideas easier to understand. ✅Discover how metaphor may invite new perspectives and ways of thinking. ✅Explore the relevance of metaphor within coaching, NLP, and personal development conversations. ✅Develop greater curiosity about the language, stories, and imagery we use to make sense of experience. 🚀 **ADDITIONAL KEY POINTS / BENEFITS** Participants may gain a deeper appreciation for how metaphor can enrich communication and create opportunities for reflection. The webinar may be particularly relevant for coaches, NLP practitioners, trainers, facilitators, leaders, and personal development enthusiasts interested in becoming more intentional with language. It also creates an opportunity to learn from and engage with Chris Collingwood within MOTIVATE Community’s professional coaching discussion format. **🎙ABOUT THE SPEAKER🎙** Chris Collingwood has been involved in learning and teaching NLP since 1979. He studied with all the major early developers of NLP and, together with his partner Jules Collingwood, brought NLP co-creator Dr. John Grinder and his partner Carmen Bostic to Australia for many years. Chris and Jules designed, developed, and accredited the first government-recognized postgraduate qualification in NLP. Their graduate certificate in NLP teaches NLP from first principles, enabling students to master NLP and apply it in their own language and style. Chris has extensive experience applying NLP to learning, coaching, and organizational consulting. His recent focus has been on the thinking, behavior, and organizational patterns of successful entrepreneurs. CONTACT DETAILS 👉Facebook: www.facebook.com/chris.collingwood 👉Facebook: www.facebook.com/inspiritive/ 👉Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/collingwoodchris 👉Youtube: www.youtube.com/@InspiritiveAuNLP 👉Website: www.nlp.edu.au and https://overcomeanxiety.org/anxietytransformationpahtway ⏰August 09, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 (𝗦𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆), 𝟭.𝟱 𝗛𝗼𝘂𝗿 5:00 PM GMT+8 China 7:00 PM GMT+10 Australia 5:00 AM GMT-4 New York 11:00 AM GMT+2 Barcelona 📌For first-time attendees please scan the QR code on the flyer or click the following link to register and become part of our enriching live discussion, all at no cost: https://adriancahill.agilecrm.com/forms/6002900926529536 📌Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/86301571361 Log-in: 86301571361 Password: #motivate 🔗 Secure your spot now!
Harbour After Dark
Fri, Aug 7, 8:30 AM# **Harbour After Dark 🌆** ### **Where meaningful conversations, genuine connection, and new friendships begin.** **Step into a different kind of Friday night.** Harbour After Dark brings together professionals, business owners and people who are intentional about creating a full and meaningful life. It is for those who value genuine conversation, authentic connection and spending time with others who are also looking to build enriching relationships and a strong sense of community. In a world of Zoom calls, remote work, endless scrolling and busy schedules, many of us are craving something more human. A chance to step away from the screens, unwind after the week, meet new people naturally and enjoy conversations that feel easy, genuine and energising. As life becomes busier, it is easy to realise that while we know plenty of people, we do not always have a community where we can simply show up, relax and enjoy being ourselves. Harbour After Dark was created to be that place. A place where familiar faces become friends, new conversations happen naturally and connection grows over time. Over the past few years, Harbour After Dark has grown into a well-established monthly gathering where people come to expand their social circles, reconnect with familiar faces and meet new people in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. Many of our guests have been attending for years and often bring friends along, while new faces join every month, making it easy to feel welcome whether it is your first event or your tenth. Whether you come on your own or with a friend, you will be welcomed into a relaxed and friendly environment where meaningful conversations happen naturally. There is no pressure to network or impress anyone. Just an opportunity to enjoy the company of good people and finish the week surrounded by genuine connection. ## **Reserve Your Ticket** Your place is only confirmed once you reserve your ticket through Eventbrite. **👉 Reserve your ticket here:** **[https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/harbour-after-dak-tickets-1993322143189 ](https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/harbour-after-dak-tickets-1993322143189)** Places are limited, so I encourage you to reserve your ticket early. If your plans change after reserving your ticket, I would really appreciate you cancelling it through Eventbrite or letting me know so your place can be offered to someone else. ## **Event Details** **📅 Friday 7 August** **🕡 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm** **📍 The PumpHouse Bar & Restaurant** **17 Little Pier St, Darling Harbour NSW 2000** ## **Dress Code** We encourage you to make an effort and dress with confidence. Think stylish, polished and relaxed rather than formal. ## **Food and Drinks** Drinks, cocktails, wine, beer, coffee and meals are available for purchase throughout the evening. ## **Our Community** Harbour After Dark has never been about hosting just another social event. It was created to build a community where people feel welcome, conversations happen naturally and genuine friendships have the opportunity to grow. Kindness, respect and inclusiveness are at the heart of every event, and we ask all guests to contribute to the warm and welcoming atmosphere that makes Harbour After Dark so special. Photography and videography may take place during the evening for use across our website, social media and promotional material. By attending, you acknowledge and consent to this. If you would prefer not to appear in photos or videos, this event may not be the right fit for you. I look forward to welcoming you. **Cristina Davy**
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