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This October liberate yourself from your headphones and come delight in one of these fun and glammed up live music picnics. Think of afternoons of sunshine- lolling around on cushions or bean bags whilst listening to a stellar line up of tunes from local Sydney artist Rita B- all as you indulge in a picnic feast.Thanks to recent regulation changes and the increased numbers for live music events- we can now offer two unique experiences.The Luxe Live Music Picnica grazing charcuterie picnictwo hours of live musica dedicated & styled luxurious picnic area for your groupa complimentary beer-wine-cocktail on entryadditional drinks for purchaseBean Bag Live Music Picnictwo hours of live musica comfy bean bag to chillout oncomplimentary cocktail-wine-beer on arrivaladditional drinks for purchaseThe location of this fun and extravagant picnic will be at the Darling Quarter Village Green. Bookings can be made for any group size up to a maximum of 20 people. If you are booking a The Luxe Live Music Picnic for a large group- please email us at contact@six8.com.au to advise if people are purchasing tickets separately.For your health and safety- a range of measures have been implemented- including: reduced numbers- distancing of picnic groups as these are covid-safe events.Go on- unplug from your headphones and indulge in a little frivolity with your friends.

At ACA- you can take your acting- performance and writing skills to the next level.We are thrilled to introduce Actors Centre Australia's Online Masterclasses from September to November 2020. In particular- Acting For Camera.Harness your knowledge and creativity- with 5 classes on offer- created for actors- taught by some of the industry's leading professional directors- actors- teachers and writers. Alex Proyas- Shannon Murphy- Kriv Stenders- Monica Zanetti- Samantha Lang- Megan Riakos- Tara Morice- Damon Herriman- Aaron Fa'aoso.

Sandy Evans- one of Australia's most well-known jazz saxophonists and composers and SIMA's 2020 Artist in Resident- directs this musical interpretation of Gandhi's writings on non-violence. This broadcast features an archival recording made at the premiere performance of Ahimsa at the Sound Lounge in 2019. An entrancing evening- featuring some of Australia's leading jazz and Indian musicians- Sandy is joined by Sarangan Sriranganathan- Bobby Singh- and her all-star band.Join us online to see these extraordinary artists from across the globe collaborate to honour Gandhi's beautiful attitude to non-violent political protest with a forward-thinking musical piece.Sandy Evans (soprano & tenor saxophone) Sarangan Sriranganathan (sitar-vocals) Bobby Singh (tabla) Brett Hirst (bass) Alon Ilsar (airsticks - drums).

Former Australian Ambassador to China Dr Geoff Raby in a new book- China's grand strategy and Australia's future in the new global order (Melbourne University Publishing)- writes that Australia faces an ever more precarious position in the world. An apparent ending of the 'end of history' - heralded by the rise of the People's Republic of China (PRC)- the US' swing towards 'America First' and increased political fragmentation in Europe - risks eroding norms on human rights- the rule of law- free media and global institutions- posing an unprecedented challenge to the comparatively benign geopolitical environment that has underpinned Australia's prosperity in recent decades.What is the likely trajectory of Australia's relationship with the PRC? How should Australia position itself amid the shifting sands of its new geopolitical environment? How should Australia assess its international environment- and what might a realistic foreign policy agenda look like for Australia? How should Australia pursue diplomacy- including when it comes to countries with opposing principles?Dr Raby will join Professor James Laurenceson- Director of the Australia-China Relations Institute at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS:ACRI)- in conversation in an online webinar launching his new book to discuss these questions and more. This discussion will be followed by audience Q&A.Dr Raby's book China's grand strategy and Australia's future in the new global order is available for pre-order.Time: 12.30pm  1.30pm AEDTAbout the speakerGeoff RabyDr Geoff Raby is Chairman and Founder of Geoff Raby and Associates- a Beijing-based corporate advisory firm providing strategic advice and analysis on China. He is an Independent Non-executive Director of Yancoal and OceanaGold and was also on the Board of Fortescue Metals Group (2011-2017).He was Australian Ambassador to China (2007-11)- DFAT Deputy Secretary responsible for North Asia and for Trade Negotiations (2003-07)- APEC Ambassador 2002-03- and Ambassador to the WTO (1998-2001). He was Head of the Trade Policy Issues Division at the OECD (1993-95) in Paris and Head of DFAT's Trade Negotiations Division (1995-98). He founded and led DFAT's East Asia Analytical Unit (1991-93).He also chairs a number of not-for-profit organisations in Australia.

The Melbourne Cup is Australia's most famous horse race held over a distance of 3200m at Flemington Racecourse in Melbourne. It doesn't get any bigger than this.While the race may look a little different this year- we invite you to join us in Lime Bar & Bistro for an exciting day at City Tatts including:3 course lunchLive EntertainmentPrizes for Best DressedLucky Door PrizeStarting at 12pm- you'll receive a 3-course meal with glass of sparkling on arrival- for $75pp.Melbourne Cup- the ultimate test of stamina and staying power- the race is more grueling than any other major event in Melbourne Cup's Spring Racing Carnival. Lasting for approximately 3 ½ minutes- the Melbourne Cup is the ultimate test of strength- speed and endurance.Booking available through Customer Service on 02 9267 9421 or here.*Full payment must be made to secure booking.The City Tattersalls Club COVID Safety Plan is available from Customer Service upon request.

Zoho's hosting a free- educational webinar on establishing your company's brand story and voice. Learn how to find- incorporate- and use your brand's voice throughout your website to increase website traffic- improve customer engagement- and drive brand loyalty. Join to get a better understanding of various business topics and learn how to run your business more efficiently. This webinar series on website basics is strictly educational and the topics change every week. Check out our other postings for additional sessions.Why attend:Learn easy to-replicate- step-by-step processes for optimizing customer engagement and website traffic.Experts will also share first-hand tips and tricks to help you establish your brand's unique voice.Ask questions and receive answers in real-time.If you have any questions- please feel free to email us at anz-learn@zohocorp.com

These courses will run for 6 weeks (once a week) on either a Tuesday or a Wednesday morning. This is perfect timing to acquire a game to share with friends and family at Christmas!This Face-to-Face Beginners Course will cover all the basic concepts of the bridge game. You will play in each lesson as you learn. Plus- once completed- you will be able to play in our Supervised sessions.FREE for those who have participated in our previous Beginners Courses and would like to repeat the course.Where?All our courses will be held at Level 1- 162 Goulburn Street- Sydney. Parking is available at the Secure Parking Station at the corner of Elizabeth & Goulburn Streets. For $12 a validation ticket covering a full day's parking can be purchased from us.We hold our regular club games in the same premises. You can continue to play & improve after completion of these courses with us here.We're CovidSafe: We are running regular sessions and courses CovidSafe. Please find our Guideline for F2F Sessions and the full Covid-19 Safety Plan on our website.

These courses will run for 6 weeks (once a week) on either a Tuesday or a Wednesday night. This is perfect timing to acquire a game to share with friends and family at Christmas!This Face-to-Face Beginners Course will cover all the basic concepts of the bridge game. You will play in each lesson as you learn. Plus- once completed- you will be able to play in our Supervised sessions.FREE for those who have participated in our previous Beginners Courses and would like to repeat the course.Where?All our courses will be held at Level 1- 162 Goulburn Street- Sydney. Parking is available at the Secure Parking Station at the corner of Elizabeth & Goulburn Streets. For $12 a validation ticket covering a full day's parking can be purchased from us.We hold our regular club games in the same premises. You can continue to play & improve after completion of these courses with us here.We're CovidSafe: We are running regular sessions and courses CovidSafe. Please find our Guideline for F2F Sessions and the full Covid-19 Safety Plan on our website.

Secolo's Melbourne Cup festivities are going into the next round.COVID Safe in 2020 but no less fun than our previous events!Enjoy an Aperol Spritz on arrival before indulging in our authentic Italian 3-course sharing banquet. You'll start off with shaved prosciutto with rocket and burrata cheese- arancini boscaiola- and kingfish tartare followed by gnocchetti sardi with porcini mushroom and pecorino cheese- Mezze Maniche with blue swimmer crab- and two Chef's Special pizzas. For those among us with a sweet tooth you should leave some space for our cannoli and lemon meringue tart.There will be prizes for best-dressed and Campari+Soda bottles are $8 all day in the piazza until stock lasts. Our (seated) after party will kick off from 3.30pm - the after party is walk-ins only.Bookings between 12pm-1.30pm until 3.30pm.