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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

Celebrate the race that stops the nation aboard Sydney's Harbour Spirit.Put on your fascinator- pick out your best tie- dress to impress and come aboard our luxury catamaran- custom-made for entertaining! Watch the race on a large screen to get in the spirit for the race that stops the nation.Enjoy one of Australia's favourite days out on the harbour.Get into the spring carnival spirit- watch the race- enjoy a delicious gourmet lunch and you could even take away prize for best hat!Melbourne Cup lunch cruise includes:buffet lunchbeerwinesparklingsoft drinks.

The race that stops the nation is back for 2020. Start your Melbourne Cup the right way with a complimentary glass of sparkling Cuvee on arrivalThen take your seat and enjoy a three (3) course meal prepared especially for this event starting with our Executive Chef cooking Seafood Paella- live.Time: 1 - 5 pm (4 hours)Take your seat and enjoy a carefully selected spring menu created by our five star chefs just for the Melbourne Cup. With Bubbles- Beers and our cocktail of the day (perfectly named- the 'GiddyUP) with $5 from every one of these going towards charity.Seated 3 Course Menu - $79ppEntreeSeafood Paella Cooked Live by our Executive ChefMain Course (alternate serves)Crumbed Chicken Involtini with Beurre Blanc and roasted potatoes or Crispy skin Barramundi on mash potato with tomato coulisDessertA trio of Tiramisu- Chocolate Profiterole and Vanilla Panna Cotta with berriesDrinks menuSparkling Cuvee- Rose- Cocktails- Cold Beers and the usual suspect list of beverages available for purchase on the day.*($5 from the 'Giddyup' cocktail will go towards supporting one of our charities)

This is a fun online course that is suitable for every body. From the comfort of your home- you will be facilitated through a range of improvisation exercises designed to give your brain a work-out and build present moment awareness. You will also be guided through a combination of mindfulness practices including yoga- meditation and breathing.The idea is to give you a variety of different skills to manage stress- reduce anxiety and most importantly- have fun! Each week will have a different theme- and a variety of creative ways for you to find more ease and joy in your day to day life at home. You will be working with two facilitators- Natascha and Laura.Natascha Flowers is a qualified yoga teacher- social worker- trauma counsellor and actor. Natascha has facilitated a range of creative- movement-based and mental health groups. As a social worker and counsellor- Natascha has worked with people experiencing homelessness- refugees and asylum seekers- people with disabilities- people impacted by eating and body image concerns and survivors of child abuse and complex trauma. She teaches yoga regularly- and has completed training in teaching yoga for trauma- mental health and body image- as well as accessible- body positive yoga. Natascha offers a warm- inclusive and encouraging approach to everyone she works with. She is committed to creating a supportive and safe space in all her work.Laura Hart is a qualified mental health first aider. She has been performing for over fifteen years. She has worked creatively with not for profit organisations such as Camp Quality- The Starlight Children's Foundation- Ted Noffs and Milkcrate Theatre. Laura is a 2017 Young Social Pioneer with the Foundation for Young Australians - developing and sharing her improv comedy program for people with anxiety. Laura has trained at Improv Theatre Sydney- Impro Australia and the Upright Citizens Brigade in New York. She holds a Bachelor of Communications from Charles Sturt University with a major in Theatre and Media. Laura is particularly interested in how improvisation and mental wellbeing intersect. She sees humour as a tool to build resilience- and uses improv as a mindfulness practice. Laura is a member of the ITS faculty and ensemble- and the company's Outreach- Diversity & Inclusion Officer.This workshop is supported by the Foundation for Young Australians. Participants must be aged between 18 - 30.

The Civic Collection includes civic portraits and artworks- furniture and furnishings- and historical items and memorabilia that reveal the civic history and identity of the City.Civic Curator- Margaret Betteridge- will show you how to find these fascinating items in the catalogue- focusing on a few of the highlights from the collection and how they link to other items in the City Archives.Series: The things we keepJoin our expert archivists- historians and curators as they as they highlight the City's key historic collections and lead you through the new Archives & History Resources catalogue.This series of short talks showcase the types of items in our archives- history and civic collections and shows you how to find them in the catalogue. Each talk will be followed by a Q&A session. Book in for one- or all six!The City Archives is one of the premier archival collections in Australia and a rich resource for exploring Sydney's history. In February 2020- the City released a new catalogue which provides unprecedented access to the archival collection. Recently- for the very first time- a selection of items from the Civic Collection have been added to the catalogue.How to joinThis is a free event. However- bookings are essential. Please register here.You will receive a booking confirmation via email. Please read your booking confirmation carefully for instruction on how to join the event on Zoom. You'll need to install the free Zoom software on your own computer or device to participate.

We're back! Round 2 of Art at Home is here - and this time- we're bringing wine!For the last two years- we've been running Art Somewhere creative hangouts in the Redfern and Green Square communities. We provide all the materials- space and support you need to try out new things in a non-structured teaching environment. Now- we're bringing this experience straight to your lounge room!Over the next three months- we will be delivering surprise craft boxes to your door each fortnight. Sign up for a 3-month subscription and learn 6 new surprise crafts lead by our fave local artists- with all the materials and support you need! Keep those creative juices flowing with a perfectly matched natural wine from P&V or a delicious 6-pack of Mountain Goat beer to suit each activity. Click the tickets link to grab a subscription or gift one to your bestie.These aren't your average craft activities either. We have teamed up with some of Sydney's best local artists to help you master beautiful hand-made crafts at home. Plus- there'll be a few tips on how to turn those empty tinnies into up-cycled treasures.Don't worry if the last time you painted was with your fingers in primary school- all levels and abilities welcome to join… everyone has to 'art somewhere.Sales open Wednesday 5 August at 3:30pm#letsgetcraftyDisclaimer:Beer & wine are available for purchase for persons 18 and over- ID checks will be conducted on delivery.You can sign up for one- two or three months reducing the price of each pack significantly. To ensure you get your fortnightly craft box on time- we will close orders a week prior. Your monthly subscription will start from the next month after the last cut off time.

If you are you looking for ways to encourage teamwork at your company- feel like your business meetings lack energy and direction and love playing with blocks then this is the event for you. Join LEGO® Serious Play® master Michael Fearne as he demonstrates how PLAY can jumpstart your team. LEGO® Serious Play®- a methodology to bridge and harvest an organisation's collective intelligence to solve problems and improve decision-making- actively engages every participant and embraces a 'leaning forward' approach where everybody contributes. The bricks are used as a medium to build and to express complex ideas through storytelling and metaphors.It unleashes creative energies- modes of thought and ways of seeing that most adults have forgotten they even possessed. Dare to play!