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Social Ads Accelerator: 1 Day Intensive Workshop in Sydney
Mon, Aug 31, 2:00 PM**Social Media Ads Bootcamp: Solving the Real Challenges That Cost You Ad Spend** "Great ad campaigns aren't luck. They're built, one day is enough to turn wasted spend into measurable results." **Ready to secure your spot? 🎯 Register now and complete your payment securely via Stripe Checkout!** [Click Here](https://buy.stripe.com/8x2bJ1aam1YGeG4aeg2oE43) **Program Details** **Duration:** 1 Full Day (8 Hours) **Delivery Mode:** Classroom (In-Person) **Language:** English **Credits:** 8 PDUs / Training Hours **Certification:** Course Completion Certificate **Refreshments:** Lunch, Snacks, and beverages will be provided during the session **Solve These Problems Before Your Next Ad Campaign** **If you would like weekend training sessions, kindly reach out to us at [info@mangates.com](info@mangates.com) for availability and scheduling.** **Where Ad Campaigns Actually Fall Apart** Not in the platform. Not in the budget size. Usually right at the moment targeting, creative, or bidding decisions go wrong and there's no clear system to catch it. That waste isn't inevitable it's a signal most marketers don't know how to read until the budget's already gone. This bootcamp closes that gap. Nine modules, each built around a real ad performance challenge, each giving you a technique you can apply immediately. **At a Glance** 9 modules. 1 day. 1 complete ad campaign process, covering everything from audience targeting and creative development to budgeting, platform-specific strategy, and performance optimization. No wasted sessions, no filler content, just a working framework you can apply the moment you walk out the door. **Nine Sticking Points, Nine Fixes** * **You don't understand how paid social ecosystems actually work** — Module 1 covers paid social platforms, their benefits and challenges, and key differences between ad platforms. * **Your targeting feels like a guess, not a strategy** — Module 2 covers audience segmentation, buyer personas, and retargeting with custom audiences. * **Your ad creative doesn't grab attention or convert** — Module 3 focuses on persuasive ad copy, effective visuals, and consistent branding. * **Your budget disappears without clear results** — Module 4 covers realistic budgeting, CPC/CPM/CPA models, and allocating spend across platforms. * **You're not getting results from Facebook or Instagram ads** — Module 5 covers Meta Ads Manager, lookalike audiences, placements, and A/B testing. * **LinkedIn and Google campaigns underperform** — Module 6 covers B2B targeting on LinkedIn, keyword and display targeting on Google, and measuring success through insights. * **You can't tell what's working and what isn't** — Module 7 covers key performance metrics, identifying underperforming ads, and refining campaigns with data. * **Your ads risk violating platform policies or losing relevance** — Module 8 covers ad policy guidelines, avoiding ad fatigue, and managing client expectations and reporting. * **You're not sure how to turn lessons into a real strategy** — Module 9 covers reviewing real-world campaigns and building your own mock ad plan. **Nothing Here Happens in Isolation** Weak targeting leads to wasted budget. Generic creative undermines even well-targeted campaigns. Fix these in silos, and you're still patching one leak at a time. This bootcamp connects the fixes, so by day's end, you're not holding scattered tactics — you have one connected process from targeting to optimization. **The Method Behind the Fixes** Rather than presenting abstract theory, each module follows a practical, hands-on structure: 1. **Identify the problem** — What typically goes wrong at this stage, and why 2. **Learn the framework** — A structured, repeatable method to address it 3. **Apply it immediately** — Through hands-on activities and platform practice 4. **Walk away with a tool** — Something usable in your very next campaign **What You'll Be Able to Do Differently** By the end of this bootcamp, you will be able to: * Create and manage effective paid campaigns across multiple social media platforms * Target audiences strategically and optimize ad delivery for maximum performance * Use analytics tools to measure, interpret, and improve ad results * Allocate budgets and manage bidding strategies effectively * Create ad content that drives engagement, clicks, and conversions **Who Faces These Problems (and Should Attend)?** * Digital marketing freelancers * Marketing agencies managing paid campaigns for clients **©2026 Mangates Tech Solutions Pvt Ltd. This content is protected by copyright law. Copy or Reproduction without permission is prohibited.** **Format** Practical, applied learning — hands-on platform exercises and activities built around real ad performance challenges. You'll practice solving the actual problems, not just discuss them. **For Teams Facing the Same Challenges** If your agency or marketing team is running into these issues collectively, this bootcamp is available as a customized in-house session — tailored to your industry, platforms, and specific pain points. Delivered on-site or virtually, with group pricing available. **📧 Contact us today to schedule a customized in-house session: [corporate@mangates.com](corporate@mangates.com)** **FAQs** **1\. Do I need prior experience in running ad campaigns to attend?** No, the bootcamp works for both beginners and experienced marketers looking to sharpen their skills. **2\. Is this bootcamp only for agency professionals?** Not at all it's built for digital marketing freelancers and agency teams managing paid campaigns alike. **3\. Will I learn how to actually set up campaigns\, not just theory?** Yes, Module 5 and Module 6 walk you through hands-on platform setup across Meta Ads Manager, LinkedIn, and Google Ads. **4\. What if my targeting always feels like guesswork?** Module 2 is built exactly for covering audience segmentation, buyer personas, and retargeting with custom audiences. **5\. Does the bootcamp cover budgeting\, not just campaign strategy?** Yes, Module 4 covers realistic budgeting, CPC/CPM/CPA models, and how to allocate spend across platforms. **6\. What if my ad creative isn't converting?** Module 3 focuses specifically on persuasive ad copy, effective visuals, and maintaining brand consistency. **7\. Is this bootcamp only about Facebook and Instagram ads?** No, Module 6 also covers LinkedIn B2B targeting and Google's keyword and display targeting. **8\. Will I leave with something I can actually use right away?** Yes, every module follows an identify-learn-apply structure, so you walk away with a tool usable in your very next campaign. **9\. Can this bootcamp be customized for our agency or marketing team specifically?** Yes, group sessions can be tailored to your industry and platforms, delivered on-site or virtually. **10\. What does the day actually involve besides lectures?** Hands-on platform exercises, activities, and a mock ad plan built around real ad performance challenges — practical application, not passive listening. **11\. What is the refund policy?** You are eligible to request a refund up to 7 days before the event.
Sydney 2600 IRL
Fri, Sep 4, 8:30 AM2600 Meetings exist as a forum for all interested in technology to meet and talk about events in technology-land, learn, and teach. Meetings are open to anyone of any age or level of expertise. The 2600 Australia chapter became prominent in 1999, bringing together people interested in computer security, electronic gadgetry, communications, privacy, and technology exploration in general. In addition to bringing these people together with meetings, mailing lists and seminars, we spoke up on issues such as Internet Censorship, Cybercrime, DVD encryption, and many other issues. Since then, many of the original members have moved on to new projects, however the 2600 Australia movement is still alive, with many new (and original) members active within the online community and monthly meetings, along with the occasional visitor from 2600's international chapters. Current projects and ongoing discussions: * Satelite hacking * Metadata, Privacy & Anonymity * Decentralised Networks * 3D Printing/Manufacturing/other hacking stuff * Programming for fun and proffit * Drones and other similar stuff
Start with Why ~ Coffee catchup where every sip sparks a new perspective.
Sun, Sep 6, 3:00 AMPLEASE BE ADVISED! We will be outside the cafe, near the stairs to the chessboard area. NOT IN THE CAFE. Discover your ‘why’, build with intention, and connect with like-minded people who are ready to create, grow, and 10X their lives. A friendly meetup with like-minded people that love learning and growing🙌Let’s grab a cuppa coffee or matcha and connect over what fuels our growth. Whether you're into books that challenge your mindset, habits that build a better you, or future goals that you are excited about, lets enjoy talking about how we evolve—this is a friendly space to share ideas, swap inspiration, and cheer each other on!🤗
🍜Asian Background Social: Lounge Asia Sydney (Easy English) 6pm
Sat, Sep 5, 8:00 AM⚠️ EVENT UPDATE: THIS WEEK’S EVENT CANCELLED Unfortunately, this Saturday’s Lounge Asia Sydney event on August 29 has been cancelled. Our next event will be held on Saturday, September 5, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the same venue, Harts Pub. We apologise for the inconvenience and hope to see you next week. 😊 Please RSVP again for the September 5 event. 🌏 Make new international friends in Sydney. Come alone, practise your English, and enjoy a relaxed social night. 😊 A friendly meetup for networking, language exchange, and real conversation. **Why People Love Lounge Asia** 🍜 **Asian-focused** event 🤝 Many guests come alone 💬 No need for perfect English 🌏 No games or forced introductions — just enjoy the conversation ━━━━━━━━━━ **How to Join** 1️⃣ Tap "RSVP" on this page (1 ticket per attendee) 2️⃣ Show your Meetup QR code at reception 3️⃣ Collect your name tag and start meeting people ✅ Early RSVP is free ✅ RSVPs made within 24 hours of the event start time are $5 ✅ Limited capacity — please RSVP early Early RSVP is the best way to save your spot and join for free. Many people attend alone, so don't worry if it's your first time. ━━━━━━━━━━ ⚠️ IMPORTANT: TONIGHT’S RULES ⚠️ 🎟️ A VALID TICKET IS REQUIRED, BUT ENTRY IS SUBJECT TO HOST APPROVAL One ticket per guest. Guests on the waitlist cannot enter. A ticket does not guarantee entry. If entry is refused, you will receive a full refund. Please DM Michael, the main Lounge Asia organiser. Local hosts are not responsible for refunds. 🪑 SIT IF EMPTY Please take a seat if you see one to help create more space. 📧 SHOW SCREEN AT DOOR Have your confirmation profile/tickets ready for Chris & Kev. NO WALK-INS. THANK YOU! ━━━━━━━━━━ **How to Find Us** 📍 Venue Harts Pub 176 Cumberland Street, The Rocks, NSW 2000 ⏰ Time Saturday from 6:00pm – 9:00pm 🚶 Getting There 5 min walk from Circular Quay Station. 8 min walk from Wynyard Station. Easy to drop by after exploring The Rocks. Our Lounge Asia organisers will be there to welcome you 😊 ━━━━━━━━━━ 🍺 Please Support the Venue This event is free or low-cost because the venue supports our community. Please purchase at least one drink during the event. Your support helps us keep organising events at great venues. ━━━━━━━━━━ 💚 Please Be Respectful Lounge Asia is a friendly social event where everyone should feel comfortable and welcome. 🚫 This is NOT a pickup or dating event. Any anti-social behaviour or those who make others uncomfortable WILL BE removed immediately. 🚫 Any harassment, unwanted attention, MLM / crypto / religious recruitment, or anything that makes others uncomfortable. Organisers reserve the right to refuse entry or ask anyone to leave. 🪪 A valid government-issued photo ID is strictly required for entry. No photo ID, no entry. Driver's licences must be issued by the government of the country where the event is held. 📸 Photos and short videos may be taken for community and promotional purposes. If you prefer not to appear, please let an organiser know when you arrive. ━━━━━━━━━━ Lounge Asia is already growing in Australia and is now expanding across Asia — Japan, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Singapore. Our goal is simple: More friendship, more understanding, and more genuine connections across cultures. 📱 Instagram: @_lounge_asia 🎥 Watch Event Video: [\[WATCH EVENT VIDEO\]](https://youtu.be/tNak_cu9CXw?si=xiObPWs86vc93N18) 🎁 BECOME A FOUNDING MEMBER (VIP) We are building an official app to connect our community safely! Join the VIP list for early access and priority invites to special parties. 👉 [\[Join the VIP List here\]](https://forms.gle/T2KukvgEiGWEz3VR9) ━━━━━━━━━━ 🌏 Come say hi! Hey, come hang out! 来一起玩吧！ 一起來聊天吧！ 気軽に遊びに来てね！ 편하게 놀러 와요! มาเจอกันนะ! Tới chơi nha! Tara, sali ka na! Yuk, gabung! Хамтдаа цуглацгаая! Komm einfach vorbei! Jom join kita! See you at Lounge Asia!
Small Team, Big Stack: A Quality Toolkit Built from the Ground Up
Wed, Sep 9, 7:30 AM**Small Team, Big Stack: A Quality Toolkit Built from the Ground Up** Most talks about quality assume you've got a QA team, a test framework someone already built, and headcount to spare. This one's for when you don't. **Sam Connelly**, Principal Quality Consultant within the Equal Experts network in Australia, walks through how a small startup team builds and maintains confidence in what they ship — for a predominantly JavaScript web app — without any of that safety net. **What we'll cover:** * **Unit testing** — what we actually test (and, just as importantly, what we don't) * **BDD, pragmatically** — the test framework we built, and how we've kept it extensible as our underlying model evolves * **Debugging from the outside in** — using analytics frameworks to reconstruct what a user did right before something broke * **Where we're headed** — early experiments including a self-healing UI E2E agent, and using Claude Code as an exploratory testing partner rather than just a coding tool This isn't a best-practices talk. It's what quality actually looks like when you're small, resource-constrained, and building the plane while flying it. You'll leave with practical ideas for your own toolkit — whatever size team you're working with. **Agenda** 5 30 PM - Gates open (Networking drinks & food) 6 15 PM - G-EE-K Talk 7 PM - Q&A 7 15 PM - Networking drinks (and more food) 8 PM - Wrap up
Social Backgammon
Mon, Aug 31, 8:15 AM**Know how to play backgammon? Want to learn? Looking to have a fun night?** **Come along to our weekly backgammon night at the Newmarket Hotel for fun, games and delicious food. Whether you are a seasoned pro or a complete beginner we cater to all levels.** **We play social games and swap who we play to get more experience playing different people.** **If you have a board please bring it, but if not we usually have enough for everyone to play on.** **Feel free to join us anytime from 6:15pm and leave whenever you like.** **Follow us on Instagram @sydneybackgammon 📸**
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