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Perth WA Monday Social Badminton
Jun22
FREE

Perth WA Monday Social Badminton

**NOTE: This is a 21-point rotational event. It means you must vacate the court and let others play once you've completed your game and wait for your turn.** Cost: $13 per person (Shuttlecocks provided) Location: 6 Lucca Street, Churchlands [https://ahsport.net/social-sports/perth-social-badminton/](https://ahsport.net/social-sports/perth-social-badminton/) By registering our games you hereby agree that: 1. No-shows incur a $13 fee. 2. It is the player’s responsibility to ensure the correct session is registered. 3. It is the player’s responsibility to pull out of waitlists if you no longer wish to attend. 4. Cancellations less than 3 hours prior to start of game will incur a $13 fee unless you have a replacement player. Please DO NOT CANCEL your RSVP if you have a replacement player. 5. No show members will be placed on the restricted access list until fee is rectified. 6. **15% Surcharge on public holidays** Bring your own rackets and shuttlecocks too. We do have rental services if you do not have any. Permission to Use Photograph and Video By participating in AH Sport events, its representatives and employees reserve full rights to take photographs and/or videos of you and your property in connection with the above-identified subject. You also authorise AH Sport, its assigns and transferees to copyright, use and publish the same in print and/or electronically. You agree that AH Sport may use such photographs and/or videos of you with or without your name and for any lawful purpose, including for example such purposes as publicity, illustration, advertising, and web content. You agree there will be no financial rewards or remuneration of any kind as a result of participating in this activity in connection with the above-identified subject.

location_onAH Sport, Perth

Perth WA Monday Social Basketball
Jun22
FREE

Perth WA Monday Social Basketball

Cost: $13 dollars per person Location: 6 Lucca Street, Churchlands [https://ahsport.net/social-sports/perth-social-basketball/](https://ahsport.net/social-sports/perth-social-basketball/) BRING A FRIEND PROMO: Bring a friend (new to AH Sport) and he/she gets 50% off By registering our games you hereby agree that: 1. No-shows incur a $13 fee. 2. It is the player’s responsibility to ensure the correct session is registered. 3. It is the player’s responsibility to pull out of waitlists if you no longer wish to attend. 4. Cancellations less than 3 hours prior to start of game will incur a $13 fee unless you have a replacement player. Please DO NOT CANCEL your RSVP if you have a replacement player. 5. No show members will be placed on the ban list until payment is rectified. 6. **15% Surcharge on public holidays** Permission to Use Photograph and Video By participating in AH Sport events, its representatives and employees reserve full rights to take photographs and/or videos of you and your property in connection with the above-identified subject. You also authorise AH Sport, its assigns and transferees to copyright, use and publish the same in print and/or electronically. You agree that AH Sport may use such photographs and/or videos of you with or without your name and for any lawful purpose, including for example such purposes as publicity, illustration, advertising, and web content. You agree there will be no financial rewards or remuneration of any kind as a result of participating in this activity in connection with the above-identified subject.

location_onAH Sport, Perth

Learn and play co-op board game Earthborne Rangers, in Victoria Park
Jun23
FREE

Learn and play co-op board game Earthborne Rangers, in Victoria Park

We invite you to **play around & find out\*** how much fun and solidarity comes from playing together at a table in a beautiful park, forming new social groups and stimulating the mind and imagination. Free and volunteer-powered. In Earthborne Rangers you explore a world with optimistic “solarpunk” themes as you work as a team to succeed together. ER is like Dungeons & Dragons but a nice change from grim dungeon-crawling and disaster-fighting, and has more structure, less improvisation. Learn more about ER [here](https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/342900/earthborne-rangers). Lifelong game designer Matthew Ford will teach and play. The first half gives you the general idea. After a short break you can continue into more depth for the next half. You will get invited to events for continued intermediate play. Step 1: RSVP to this event and **fill out the form at [this link](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1Z31irtO0tZe8dIW7pxdrY2tKaYp8sdoH5XIoUVOffT0/edit)** to state when you would prefer to play. Step 2: **Wait until we send you a message** via Meetup and email stating which time slot we booked you into. Step 3: At your time slot, use the "how to find us" section-- please read it carefully, don't just put destination into a map app. Look for Matthew in a blue hat and gray beard. Free event. Nothing to bring or prepare. Come as you are, even if you know absolutely nothing about it. **We welcome absolutely everyone and ensure a supportive and inclusive atmosphere**. We've face-to-face taught games to over 1000 people of every kind-- join us! Read all this event info and comments carefully both ahead of time and **just before you attend,** as our location and method may change slightly. **How to find us at The Lookout in Victoria Park:** * [From QUT Kelvin Grove campus](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1mhSbmU82uMWKtQMD6ofhV0vuypU_9gMwybbtNEj6Z_s) * [From Centenary Aquatic Centre in Spring Hill](https://docs.google.com/document/d/15odzo0s6OsFT0NfyFWeSRbNZRLMkfemD8JOMetsxu20) \* Bonus info for all who care: As stadium developers approach Victoria Park/Barrambin, they will **find out** how much our community values this special place. Two promise-breaking Olympic stadiums are slated to be built in Victoria Park. Let's **help them find out** why they had better leave this park as undisturbed as possible. We are not led by [www.savevictoriapark.com](http://www.savevictoriapark.com/) or the [Goori Camp Embassy](https://www.instagram.com/gooricampembassy/) but those are a good way to learn more. Hey stadium developers, here we are! Play Around and Find Out! :)

location_onVictoria Park, Brisbane

Evening Social Painting
Jun23
FREE

Evening Social Painting

This is an informal welcoming evening group focussed on bringing people together who enjoy creating. While many people work in watercolour, you’re also very welcome to bring sketching, drawing, journaling, or another quiet art practice. There’s no formal instruction and no pressure — just shared creative time. Enjoy getting inspiration from others and soaking up the creative atmosphere. Held on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month 🖌 What to expect: \*A quiet, social atmosphere * Bring‑your‑own art or sketching time \*A mix of watercolour, drawing, and other art practices * Friendly conversation and encouragement \*Tea, coffee, and community vibes 🎨 What can I work on? * Watercolour \*Sketching or drawing * Art journaling \*Other portable art projects ✅ What to bring: * Your own art materials \*Curiosity and a willingness to have a go 💵 Cost: $3 per person,donation to St. David's for room hire, payable on the night. ☕ Venue notes: Tea and coffee are available at the venue. Entry is on Rookwood Avenue. Please ring bell or contact Cathy on 0403 596 826. 🚗 Parking: Street parking is available, and there is a larger carpark on Keeling Street. 💛 Many people attend on their own — you’ll be very welcome. This session is hosted by volunteers from the [Watercolour Society of Queensland (WSQ)](https://www.watercoloursocietyofqld.com.au), a not‑for‑profit arts organisation. Meetup events are designed to be informal, friendly, and easy to join. Learn more at the WSQ website: [Casual Painting at St. David's](https://www.watercoloursocietyofqld.com.au/casual-painting-at-st-davids).

location_onST Davids Neighbourhood Centre, Coopers Plains

CabraVale Pickleballers - Central Pick Tuesday High Intermediate Night
Jun23
From $20

CabraVale Pickleballers - Central Pick Tuesday High Intermediate Night

**CabraVale Pickleballers – Tuesday Intermediate Night Indoor play (not suitable for beginners). Strict attendee limits, please ensure you are booked in to attend (not on the waitlist).** 📍 **Location:** Central Pick (Premium purpose-built indoor pickleball venue) ⏰ **Time:** Tuesdays, 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM 💰 **Cost:** $20 per player 🎾 **Courts:** 8 indoor pickleball courts 💥 **Level:** For intermediate players looking for competitive and high intensity games Step into Sydney’s brand-new, purpose-built indoor pickleball venue for an exciting night of fast-paced action! Our Tuesday session at Central Pick is designed for players who know the game, are comfortable with scoring, and are ready for strong competition in a premium environment. 🚫 **Please note:** This session is **not for first-timers or lower level players** due to limited court availability. If you’re new to pickleball, we recommend joining our Saturday or Sunday sessions, which are beginner-friendly. 🔹 **What to bring:** ✅ Your paddle (or borrow one of ours) ✅ Comfortable sportswear and non-marking court shoes ✅ Competitive spirit and energy for great games Make sure to RSVP early to secure your place! **Cost:** $20 per person. Cash or PayID accepted. **How to Join:** Please RSVP to reserve your spot. On arrival, check in at the event desk and mark off your name before playing. If paying via PayID, please include your name and the date of the session (e.g., "Jane Doe 10 Sept") in the payment description. **Disclaimer:** By RSVPing to this event, you voluntarily accept all risks of injury or damages to your property. CabraVale Pickleballers takes no responsibility for injuries or damages to your property. Photos and videos may be taken during these sessions for use on our social media and marketing materials. By RSVPing, you consent to the use of your photos and videos for these purposes. Follow us on Instagram **(@cabravalepickleballers)** to stay updated with any changes. RSVP now and experience CabraVale Pickleballers at Central Pick! 🎾🔥

location_onCentral Pick, Bankstown

Weekly Tuesday Night Silverwater Badminton Social
Jun23
From $19

Weekly Tuesday Night Silverwater Badminton Social

If you're looking for a way to work up a sweat, get fit and feel more active and energetic, then this is the sport to try. COME AND SWING WITH US! If you used to play badminton or curious about discovering this amazing sport, then we invite you to join us for a friendly social hit. We have a great group of ladies of all different levels playing with us. COST $19 members (join here [https://www.shuttleswingersbadminton.com/membership](https://www.shuttleswingersbadminton.com/membership) ) $22 non-members PAYMENT DETAILS (by EFT only - NO cash accepted on the day) NAME: Shuttle Swingers BSB: 062-000 A/C no: 1932-7106 Please enter the date of the social as a reference FOR FIRST TIME SHUTTLE SWINGER PLAYERS Please fill in our New Player Rego Form before getting on court. [https://www.revolutionise.com.au/shuttleswingers/events/121317/](https://www.revolutionise.com.au/shuttleswingers/events/121317/) Due to demand of people wanting to play, if you RSVP and can't make it, please change the status of your attendance on meetup immediately. There will be people on the wait list who will want to attend. WHO IS IT FOR? Whether you're a beginner or a former social or comp player, we're all about increasing female participation in badminton, and having fun along the way. We love playing badminton and introducing women from all sporting backgrounds to give it a go. Many women who play tennis, squash or even soccer find it a great cross over sport. Whether you're LGBTIQ+ or a straight woman, or just an ally, everyone is welcome in our club. WHAT HAPPENS WHEN I ARRIVE Upon arrival, please ensure you check in with a Shuttle Swingers host. Let us know what your experience or level is like. We'll look to rotate you around to play with a mix of people and standards while keeping it comfortable and within your fitness level. I DON'T KNOW THE RULES Not to worry, that's what we're here for. You'll learn along the way. WHAT TO WEAR/BRING Appropriate and comfortable sporting attire. Badminton or indoor shoes preferred but not essential. General sports trainers are acceptable. Don't forget water. You might need that. Got a question? Feel free to send us a message or email at [shuttleswingers@gmail.com](http://shuttleswingers@gmail.com/) FINALLY We are a Women's LGBTIQ+ inclusive badminton community. Whether you identify as LGBTIQ or would love to become an ally, we welcome you to our community. And we ask all players to be respectful of each other. Happy swinging!

location_onAlpha Badminton Centre (Egerton), Silverwater

CabraVale Pickleballers – Lumi Tuesday All Levels Night (no first timers)
Jun23
From $20

CabraVale Pickleballers – Lumi Tuesday All Levels Night (no first timers)

**CabraVale Pickleballers – Tuesday All Levels Night (no first timers)** Strict attendee limits apply — please ensure you are booked in to attend (not on the waitlist). 📍 **Location:** Lumi Sport Pickleball – 3 Wharf Road, Lansvale ⏰ **Time:** Tuesdays, 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM 💰 **Cost:** $20 per player 🎾 **Courts:** 8 indoor courts & 4 outdoor courts 💥 \*\*Level:\*\*All skills level players who are confident with gameplay, positioning, and scoring. 🚫 **Please note:** This session is **not for first-timer players** due to limited court availability. If you’re new to pickleball, we recommend joining our Saturday or Sunday sessions, which are beginner-friendly. Join us for a high-energy and fun night of pickleball at Lumi Sport Pickleball! With both indoor and outdoor courts, this session is perfect for players looking for fast-paced games and strong competition in a fun, social setting. As we have **8 indoor and 4 outdoor courts**, the **first 45 sign-ups are guaranteed a spot**. Additional players on the waitlist will be allowed in **depending on weather conditions**. Please check the Meetup page leading up to the session to see if you’ve made it. *Additional indoor courts will be available by the end of December.* *** ### 🔹 What to Bring ✅ Your paddle (or borrow one of ours) ✅ Comfortable sportswear and non-marking court shoes ✅ Good and position energy **Cost:** $20 per person. Cash or PayID accepted. *** ### How to Join Please RSVP to reserve your spot. On arrival, check in at the event desk and mark off your name before playing. If paying via PayID, please include your name and the date of the session (e.g., “Jane Doe 10 Dec”) in the payment description. *** ### Disclaimer By RSVPing to this event, you voluntarily accept all risks of injury or damage to your property. CabraVale Pickleballers takes no responsibility for injuries or property damage. Photos and videos may be taken during these sessions for social media or marketing purposes. By RSVPing, you consent to the use of your photos and videos for these purposes. *** Follow us on Instagram **@cabravalepickleballers** for updates and announcements. RSVP now and experience an awesome night of competitive play at **Lumi Sport Pickleball!** 🎾🔥

location_onLumi Sport Pickleball, Lansvale

Coastal Connections | Business Networking
Jun23
From $35

Coastal Connections | Business Networking

**Coastal Connections at [Flow Space](https://www.flowspace.com.au/)** is a business networking event for professionals, business owners, freelancers and entrepreneurs in Perth’s northern suburbs who value real connection, good conversation and practical business insight. **The Aim** Hosted at Flow Space in North Beach, these events are designed to bring together like-minded people in a relaxed, professional setting that feels social without losing its business focus. What to expect? Each event features the opportunity to connect with other **local professionals**, enjoy **refreshments**, and hear from carefully selected **guest speakers** and specialists who share ideas, experience and perspectives on relevant business topics. Topics may include marketing, business growth, mindset, networking, systems, branding, sales, productivity, leadership and other areas that matter to people **building and growing a business**. **Who's it for?** Coastal Connections is ideal for those who want to expand their network, learn from influential voices in business, and be part of a local community of people doing meaningful work. Whether you work for yourself, lead a team, run a growing business or simply want to stay connected to the local business community, this is a space to meet, learn and grow. **Join the Coastal Connection** Join us at Flow Space for an evening of connection, conversation and business insight by the coast.

location_onFlow Space, North Beach

Perth WA Tuesday Indoor Soccer and Futsal
Jun23
FREE

Perth WA Tuesday Indoor Soccer and Futsal

Cost: $13 dollars per person Location: 6 Lucca Street, Churchlands [https://ahsport.net/social-sports/perth-social-soccer/](https://ahsport.net/social-sports/perth-social-soccer/) BRING A FRIEND PROMO: Bring a friend (new to AH Sport) and he/she gets 50% off By registering our football / soccer / futsal games you hereby agree that: 1. No-shows incur a $13 fee. 2. It is the player’s responsibility to ensure the correct session is registered. 3. It is the player’s responsibility to pull out of waitlists if you no longer wish to attend. 4. Cancellations less than 3 hours prior to start of game will incur a $13 fee unless you have a replacement player. Please DO NOT CANCEL your RSVP if you have a replacement player. 5. No show members will be placed on the ban list until payment is rectified. 6. **15% Surcharge on public holidays** Permission to Use Photograph and Video By participating in AH Sport events, its representatives and employees reserve full rights to take photographs and/or videos of you and your property in connection with the above-identified subject. You also authorise AH Sport, its assigns and transferees to copyright, use and publish the same in print and/or electronically. You agree that AH Sport may use such photographs and/or videos of you with or without your name and for any lawful purpose, including for example such purposes as publicity, illustration, advertising, and web content. You agree there will be no financial rewards or remuneration of any kind as a result of participating in this activity in connection with the above-identified subject.

location_onAH Sport, Perth

Bassendean Meditation Class
Jun23
FREE

Bassendean Meditation Class

Don’t miss out on these free, casual meditation classes! The meditation classes cater for people of all experience levels and are run in a relaxed environment. No stretches or physical exercises are involved in learning this simple yet effective technique. **Effortless Meditation** The word ‘Sahaja’ can be translated as ‘Spontaneous’ or ‘Simple’, and is at the outset a hypothesis that meditation can come easily for those who are willing to practice regularly (even briefly each day). Sahaja Yoga defines meditation as ‘thoughtless awareness’, a state where you are completely conscious but at the same time completely without thought. In this state, we gain a unique perspective and insight into the beauty of our own innate nature. Physical and mental health benefits have also been attributed to regular meditation practice through comprehensive Australian research (Learn more in the book ‘silence your mind’ or at www.beyondthemind.com). Sahaja Yoga meditation was founded by HH Shri Mataji Nirmala Devi in 1970, and is based on kundalini awakening. Shri Mataji felt that meditation is an essential part of our spiritual growth. She felt that because meditation is so essential, a free and simple method to achieve it must be made available for everyone. Sahaja Yoga is now practiced in over 52 countries worldwide. **Learn more here** https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpn47Y9bqAkucSPCMYJqONCaytIUlvQcX

location_on50 Old Perth Rd, Bassendean

Wednesday Conder/Gordon walk - off leash ovals and mountain views
Jun24
From $8

Wednesday Conder/Gordon walk - off leash ovals and mountain views

Bridget will lead this dog-friendly and people-friendly walk through Conder and Gordon offering long and short options. The walk includes two large off leash ovals, a dog paddling opportunity, pretty mountain and lake views, and a longish stretch following a little creek. It's a flat, easy route of about 5.5 km with paved options along the way - except across some grassy ovals. Expect it to take up to 2 hours to complete with a group. However there is also the option of a shorter version - missing the Point Hut Pond loop if you prefer - totalling about 3 km. The walk starts and ends behind the petrol station at the Lanyon Market Place (the local Conder shopping centre), which has plenty of free parking and a dog-friendly venue for our after-walk coffee addicts. You can see more detail about the walk and a google map of the route on our [website](https://www.canberradogwalks.com.au/conder-gordon-walk/). Important info: * You walk entirely at your own risk and you are wholly responsible for your own, and your dog's, behaviour; by rsvping 'yes' to this walk you understand and agree to this condition. * All off-leash activities are at the discretion of the walk guide. If for any reason they feel any dog should be back on lead, please respect their decision, as they are trying to ensure everyone has a pleasant experience. * We ask $7.50 per adult to be paid by card to the guide at the beginning of the walk - children (under 18) walk free of charge. The charge helps cover our meetup subscription, insurance, internet, petrol, and other costs. We will gladly refund this if you are not happy for any reason. * For more information about how we operate our walks, go to our [FAQ page](https://www.canberradogwalks.com.au/canberra-walks-guided-walks-faqs/).

location_onLanyon Marketplace, Canberra

Wednesday 5:45PM Friendly Soccer Game @ Queen Elizabeth Park, Concord
Jun24
FREE

Wednesday 5:45PM Friendly Soccer Game @ Queen Elizabeth Park, Concord

**PLEASE READ:** We aim for a casual weekly soccer game of 8 v 8 at Queen Elizabeth Park. All levels are welcome, the goal is to have fun whilst getting some decent exercise. **IMPORTANT INFO:** * **RSVP opens** every week on **Saturday night.** * Only people who **RSVP** and are **on the "going" list**, will be able to participate. Please do not turn up if you are on the waitlist. * If you are on the "going" list or "waitlist" and are **not able to attend**, please immediately update your RSVP status or at least **6 hours** before the game to allow sufficient time and notice for the next person on the waitlist to attend. If it's really last minute due to unforeseen circumstances, please at least give a reason. * To minimise late dropouts & no shows, priority for spots will be given to the people who regularly attend & actually turn up to the games first before newcomers will be considered. * Please bring **a black and a white tops**, so we can easily divide the teams. * Also try to **arrive on time**, so we can start on time. * Please also help with **setting up** the goals and the field, and pack everything up after the game. Thank you. **ADDITIONAL INFO:** * No hard or slide tackles are allowed in the game, the objective is just to have fun with a little bit of competitiveness thrown in too. * It will be a rotating goalkeeper system, everyone should at least play once in goal. * **Non compliance to any of the above may result in suspension or permanent ban from joining the event going forward.** Disclaimer: Taking part in this event means the member or guest accepts that the Organizer is not responsible for health and safety.

location_onQueen Elizabeth Park, Concord, NSW, Concord

Gold Coast Property Success Workshop
Jun24
FREE

Gold Coast Property Success Workshop

**Private Property Management Essentials** **Holiday Letting vs Short-Term Rental** Are you making the most of your property's income potential? Join us for an insightful workshop designed specifically for Gold Coast property owners, investors, and anyone interested in maximising returns from residential property. The workshop sessions will be delivered by two industry professionals, each bringing more than 15 years of experience in residential property management and rental operations. They will share practical insights, proven strategies, and real-world perspectives to help property owners make smarter decisions and maximise their property's potential. **Session 1 – The Essentials** Presented by Alex Anufriev Discover how to: • Secure quality tenants and reduce risks • Prepare rental agreements and essential documentation • Manage maintenance, property standards, and end-of-lease processes effectively **Session 2 – The Strategy** Presented by Sam El Tawil Explore: • Current Gold Coast property market trends • Holiday letting vs long-term rental: which model can generate higher returns in 2026? • New regulations affecting property owners • Smart strategies to maximise income while avoiding costly mistakes **Bonus for Every Attendee** Receive a complimentary one-on-one session (after the meeting) to assess your property and identify its best income opportunities. 📅 Date: 24 June 🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM 📍 Venue: Broadbeach Community Centre, Gold Coast Whether you own one property or several, this workshop will provide practical insights, fresh perspectives, and actionable ideas to help you earn more from your investment and create long-term success.

location_onSmart Strategies for Holiday Letting & Property Income, Gold Coast

GDG Melbourne June'26 Meetup!
Jun24
FREE

GDG Melbourne June'26 Meetup!

RSVP on our GDG community platform -> https://gdg.community.dev/events/details/google-gdg-melbourne-presents-gdg-melbourne-june26-meetup/ This event is hosted at the Mantel Group Office, with the recording of the talks to be shared afterwards on YouTube if you can't make it. There will be food, networking and some surprise swag!Agenda: 6:20 - Intro 6:30 - Talks 8:00 till late - networking & chat (& drinks optional)Speakers and Talks: Talk 1: Olga Mirensky - Senior Staff Site Reliability Engineer @ Ping Identity Olga and Her Agent Attended AI Engineer Conference. Lessons Learned What happens when you let an experimental Stand-In Agent run loose against a live conference environment? To follow the fast-paced sessions of an AI Engineer conference, I built an agent while at the conference. The agent monitored talks and distilled what actually mattered to me - filtering for high-value signal and turning it into specs ready to implement or articles I should read. I started with a different platform, but pivoted to an ADK agent deployed to GCP Agent Platform. Identical system prompt, different platform architecture, different LLM - completely different outcomes. This talk is a transparent look at what happens when agentic experiments meet reality, including an architectural runaway bug that burned 1M tokens per minute. We look past the hype and focus on the real engineering rigour required to build purposeful agents, with four key takeaways: * The Purpose Filter: Why does your agent care about this specific talk? If it’s not highly unique, you’re just automating noise. * Architecture > Hype: The gap between what you expect and what actually happens at runtime and why. * The Personalised Flywheel: High-signal distillation requires deep context about you, your team, and where you are in your journey. * Clear Goal Setting: Moving from “autonomous” to “purposeful”. In the replay demo I’ll walk through my flywheel showing how the agent filtered the content in real-time, picked up on tech I am interested in, turned it into an implementable spec, and how AI tools can close the loop to further automate the entire implementation, testing, and release cycle. Talk 2: Sahil Bahadur Devkota - Full Stack Developer Beyond LLMs: why RAG is equally important In this talk, I'll break down how RAG works, why is it really important in real-world and it's popular architectural pattern. We'll look at the core components of a RAG pipeline, discuss it's implementation approach, and cover some of the key things to think about when building an AI applications with RAG. Whether you're working with AI or building application that need accurate responses, you'll leave with a practical understanding of when RAG make sense - and when it doesn't. Talk 3: Abhijeet Kumar - AI & Automation | Cloud enthusiast Beyond RAG: Building an Agentic "Second Brain" with FastAPI, pgvector, and Gemini Move beyond static note-taking apps. This talk explores Project NeuralFortress—a custom, Python-built knowledge management system designed to actively synthesize information. We’ll walk through evolving a basic RAG script into an agentic pipeline using FastAPI for routing, Neon PostgreSQL (pgvector) for vector storage, and Google Gemini for cognitive processing. In Development (Sneak Peek): A brief look at experimental features currently in testing to make the system fully autonomous: GraphRAG: Mapping multi-hop relationships beyond standard vector distance. MCP Integration: Native database queries directly from your code editor. Async Watchers: Autonomous background web scraping and data ingestion. How to find us: Doors open at 5:45 PM at our host the Mantel Group, Level 2/452 Flinders St, Melbourne. Message via Meetup or Slack if you are arriving after 6:00, as the lifts won't let you up. This is an in-person only event. If you have any accessibility requirements, please reach out via the Meetup or Slack to the organiser group to discuss, and we will do our best to help you out. Agenda --- Hosted By Katie Barnett, GDE Android / GDG Organiser Katie is passionate about all things Android. She has taken on a wide variety of challenging projects including in the live event, media and travel space. Her favourite thing is to see someone having a delightful experience using something she has worked on. Katie is very active in the development community, she is a Google Developer Expert for Android, one of the organisers of GDG Melbourne and is a Women Techmakers Ambassador. She frequently runs events, speaks on technical and non-technical topics and enjoys writing blog posts to share her experience with others. Katie is based in Melbourne, Australia but loves to travel the world and outside of tech she enjoys boardgaming and attempting to finish many craft projects. Suesi Tran, Senior Flutter Developer Google Developer Expert in Dart, Flutter & Firebase, Women Techmaker Melbourne ambassador, GDG Melbourne & Flutter Melbourne co-organiser. In short: Flutter is love, and mobile is life. Poornima Sivakumar, GDG Organiser Lovee Jain, GDG Organiser Lovee is a Software Engineer at Prezzee, a GDG Melbourne Organiser and also a Women Techmakers Ambassador. A tech inquisitive philomath, she loves problem solving and solution design. She has worked at a city council where she developed a lot of useful system integrations and while at Prezzee she develops and works on multiple gift card solutions to cater the B2B2C market. Zach Jensz, GDG Organiser Passionate about the web, seamless UX and accessibility. I love attending meetups, find me and come say hi! Ujjawal Raj, GDG Organiser Bramley Turner-Jones, GDG Organiser Yuba Raj (UV) Panta, GDG Organiser Kartik Arora, Android Engineer Google Developer Expert in Android Android Engineer @ Bilue Carolyn Ai Chi Wong, Complete your event RSVP here: https://gdg.community.dev/events/details/google-gdg-melbourne-presents-gdg-melbourne-june26-meetup/.

location_onMantel Group, Melbourne

Melbourne AWS User Group #160 - June 2026
Jun24
FREE

Melbourne AWS User Group #160 - June 2026

🎉 **Melbourne AWS User Group – June Meetup** 🎉 📅 Wednesday, 24 June 📍 NAB Events Hub – 395 Bourke Street, Melbourne ⏰ Food at 6:00 pm, talks from 6:30 pm (with live stream) Join us for our June meetup, featuring two lightning talks and a full technical presentation covering community contribution, generative AI, and cloud-native security. This month also celebrates the AWS community speaking journey. Sanjana Kailash will deliver her first-ever public presentation, while Bharat Wadhwa returns to present after beginning his own public speaking journey at a Melbourne AWS User Group event. This month’s lineup features: • **Matthew Merriel** giving a behind-the-scenes look at how the Melbourne AWS User Group’s regular “What’s New in AWS” segment is prepared—and how other volunteers can get involved. • **Sanjana Kailash** making her first-ever public presentation, demonstrating an automated market-intelligence pipeline built with Amazon Bedrock, retrieval-augmented generation, and AWS-native services. • **Bharat Wadhwa** presenting a cloud-native approach to malware protection for Amazon S3 using Amazon GuardDuty Malware Protection. Bharat also gave his first public presentation at a Melbourne AWS User Group event, making this a great example of where taking that first step can lead. A huge thank you to our sponsors: 🥇 Mantel Group – Gold Sponsor, 🥈 Cevo – Silver Sponsor, 🏛 NAB – Venue Sponsor The event will also be live-streamed on YouTube: 👉 [https://melb.awsug.org.au/live](https://melb.awsug.org.au/live) *** 🗓️ **Agenda** 6:00 pm – Food & Socialising 6:30 pm – Introductions 6:40 pm – What’s New in AWS 6:55 pm – Preparing the “What’s New in AWS” Segment (Level 100); Speaker: Matthew Merriel 7:10 pm – RAG to Riches: AI-Powered Market Intelligence on Amazon Bedrock (Level 200); Speaker: Sanjana Kailash 7:25 pm – Intelligent Malware Protection Using AWS GuardDuty (Level 200); Speaker: Bharat Wadhwa 7:55 pm – Marketplace (Who’s Hiring) 8:00 pm – Networking + Close *** 🎤 **Talk Details** **Preparing the “What’s New in AWS” Segment** Speaker: Matthew Merriel Level: 100 Format: Lightning Talk “What’s New in AWS” is a regular part of Melbourne AWS User Group meetups—but how is the segment put together? Matthew will provide a behind-the-scenes look at the process used to find, shortlist, and prepare recent AWS announcements for presentation at the meetup. This session is designed to help volunteers understand what is involved and make it easier for more community members to take on the segment at future events. No previous speaking experience is required. *** **RAG to Riches: AI-Powered Market Intelligence on Amazon Bedrock** Speaker: Sanjana Kailash Level: 200 Format: Lightning Talk What if a strategy team never had to manually scan more than 50 data sources again? In this lightning talk, Sanjana will walk through how she built a fully automated AI-powered market-intelligence pipeline using Amazon Bedrock, retrieval-augmented generation, and AWS-native services. The solution transforms more than five hours of Monday-morning manual research into a polished briefing delivered directly to inboxes—with no manual effort required. This will also be Sanjana’s first public presentation, and we’re excited to welcome another new speaker to the Melbourne AWS community. *** **Intelligent Malware Protection Using AWS GuardDuty** Speaker: Bharat Wadhwa Level: 200 Format: Full Presentation This presentation showcases a cloud-native malware-protection solution for Amazon S3 using Amazon GuardDuty Malware Protection. The solution replaces legacy antivirus approaches with intelligent, event-driven malware detection and automated security workflows. Bharat will explore how this approach can improve scalability, operational efficiency, and security visibility across AWS environments. Bharat also began his public speaking journey at a Melbourne AWS User Group event and now returns with a full technical presentation. *** 🙌 Could This Be the Start of Your Speaking Journey? This month, Sanjana will take the stage for her first-ever public presentation. Bharat also began his speaking journey at a Melbourne AWS User Group meetup and is now returning with a full technical session. Every experienced speaker started with a first talk. Whether you have an idea for a full presentation, a lightning talk, or would like to help prepare and present the “What’s New in AWS” segment, the organisers are happy to help you take that first step. Speak to us at the meetup or submit an idea through our website: 👉 [https://melb.awsug.org.au/speak/](https://melb.awsug.org.au/speak/)

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Visit to the Art Gallery of NSW
Jun24
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Visit to the Art Gallery of NSW

**Midweek Art & Chill at Art Gallery of NSW 🎨✨** Looking to break up the week with something relaxing and a bit cultural? Join us for a midweek visit to the **Art Gallery of NSW** and enjoy an evening surrounded by amazing artworks. We’ll meet in **Hyde Park**, in front of the ANZAC Memorial, and then take a short walk towards the gallery. Once there, we’ll explore the diverse collections at a relaxed pace — from classic to contemporary art, there’s always something interesting to discover 🎨. After spending some time at the gallery, we’ll head back towards **George Street** to grab dinner together 🍽️ and continue the conversations. A simple, chilled midweek plan — perfect for unwinding, exploring art, and meeting new people 😊 📌 **Event Details** **Meeting Point:** Hyde Park (between the Pool of Reflection and Anzac Memorial) **Meeting Time:** 06:30 PM **Distance:** 2-3 kms **Difficulty:** Easy **RSVP Rules:** If you have RSVPed but are unable to attend the event, please update your RSVP at least 2-3 days in advance. For those on the waitlist, priority may be given to group regulars. **Communication:** I’ll share my live location on our [WhatsApp group ](https://chat.whatsapp.com/L05TdnNeBEgAQ9ARsN89Hd?mode=gi_t)on the day of the walk. Join for regular updates on this and upcoming walks, or suggest new ideas for future events. If you can’t join, message me on WhatsApp (+61-469 717 341), and I’ll add you. **Disclaimer:** We take care to minimize risk and avoid accidents during our events, but the host will not be held responsible for any injuries incurred during this event in any way either to you or your guests. Please take care of your own safety and belongings as hiking can be a risky activity sometimes.

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