Tag: Environment

While there is still work to be done on improving design processes so that they centre the voices of Traditional Owners-...

Event descriptionGet Connected consists of 4 weekly x 90 min sessions starting Thursday 15 October 2020. It is held online via Zoom for anyone living in Australia.Attendees will develop skills in self-advocacy- learn how to speak up- build lasting friendships with peers and create stronger connections to the deaf community.Our inspiring mentors are Deaf Children Australia's Youth Support Workers. They have lived experience and are passionate about supporting young people. They have the knowledge and skills to help attendees build self-esteem to help them reach their goals.Both Auslan and spoken English is offered.Get Connected was first held in July. This is what they said 'You don't have to improve Get Connected. It's a great Zoom class! I love getting connected with you!'- 'I enjoyed meeting other deaf kids- learnt a lot about the deaf community and made new friends' and 'The mentors were amazing- they listened- and knew what it is like in a deaf world'Why you'll want to Get ConnectedAt the end of the course you will:Recognise similarities and differences in experiences from other deaf and HoH peers-mentors and realise that you are not aloneCommunicate about your experiences with other youth who are hard of hearing-deafFeel confident that being deaf-HoH is not stopping you from achieving your goalsIdentify your needs to make your environment more deaf-friendlyFind deaf friendly events-recreational activities onlineCost is $375 per person and includes handouts.We have many participants who are self or plan managed under NDIS who use their funds to cover the cost of online mentoring. Although we do not provide specific line numbers. Most participants will use core funding as it is most flexible. Get Connected could also be covered by Capacity building under Increased Social and Civic Participation.You'll need to get in quick as numbers are limited to 12 people. Register now!

The science and economics tells us sustainable energy alternatives make sense. So- what's the missing link in the path to a clean and prosperous future? Hear from leading scientists- a City of Sydney Councillor and the NSW Minister for Energy and Environment.Targets- safeguards and the future: these concepts feel abstract and far away. But the reality is- we have the technology solutions at hand- to drive the direction of where we're heading.We know why we need a sustainable future- and this discussion brings together a spectrum of perspectives- to show how this is achievable.Matt Kean MP- NSW Minister for Energy and Environment- offers perspective into the economic impacts and benefits of investing in alternative energy sources. Professor Anita Ho-Baillie- John Hooke Chair of Nanoscience and a world leader in perovskite solar energy cells- shares insights into solar photovoltaic research and its potential to produce cost-effective ways of energy generation. The research that Professor Ho-Baillie is leading at the University was also awarded 2.5 million federal fundingProfessor Thomas Maschmeyer presents a case study on gelated zinc bromide batteries. An Australian breakthrough- this technology is scalable- affordable and safe.Linda Scott- President of Local Government NSW (LGNSW) and City of Sydney Councillor- will talk about sustainability at a local level and community engagement.Dr Tanya Fiedler from the University of Sydney Business School moderates this discussion. Dr Fiedler played a key role in the development of the University's Sustainability Strategy.Booking available here.

Release your inner-whatever you want and do it all in a cosy environment- creating a core ensemble.We work with the basics of Viola Spolin's concepts to get comfortable with the group mind. This class is great for people new to improv or improvisers and actors who want to break habits and get back to simple- basic fun.The ITS curriculum is progressive. Level one focuses on simple creativity and group mind- level two works on creating scenes through strong character choices and relationships- level three takes your scenework and combines it with stagecraft techniques (and is the first level to have a grad show performance)- level four elevates your two person scenes and culminates in the longform format La Ronde- level five is a complete performance in the ITS iteration of The Harold- level six uses all previous levels- works on different longform styles- and explores formats and ways of playing.Improv Theatre Sydney is a registered COVID Safe business. For more information about our plan of management- please head to improvtheatresydney.com.au-covid-19

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.

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.

Pickleball is great for players of all ages- especially older adults as it is played on a smaller court than tennis.It is easy to learn and a fun and social environment allowing you to enjoy yourself while keeping fit and learning a new sport!The rules of pickleballJoin the Meetup group to contact host and for updates.Covid-safe informationWe are a Covid Safe Business and have introduced new measures to prevent the spread of Covid-19. These include signing a registry at reception- temperature checks- maintaining social distancing- wipes and hand sanitizer readily available in the center.Please note that Cook+Phillip Park Pool has gone cashless. Payments will need to be made via EFTPOS at reception. This has been brought in as part of the centre's Covid Safe plan.

Our Beginner Group Guitar 101 course is the perfect way to start learning guitar and make friends at the same time.We promise you'll be playing that song you've always wanted to play. This short and jam-packed 8-week course will have you strumming in no time!Our fantastic teachers will teach you the proper way to play guitar and how to avoid bad habits. Taught by experienced- professional guitar tutors who care about the progress of their students- the lessons are given in a supportive and enjoyable environment. We keep the class numbers small (max. of 6) so you get the maximum attention from our teachers.Perfect for complete beginners who have never touched the guitar. Guitar enthusiasts - this will be great for those of you who've tried to teach themselves without much help.Adult Group Guitar 101 will be your weekly stress-relief through music with like-minded friends.What you'll learn:Tuning and knowing about the guitarProper techniques (holding- posture- finger exercises- using a plectrum and technical skills)How to read and play chords and chord chartsStrumming the guitar and playing basic rhythmic strumming patternsReading and understanding basic notes and music theoryHow to read and play guitar tabletureSong playingDeveloping strength in the hands and fingers through scales- warm-ups and exercises)Playing music in a group and much moreClass Schedule: 8 weeks of 1-hour sessionsWhat's included: Use of our guitars during the lesson and materials included. Of course you're welcome to bring your own guitar.Course Cost: $289 per person (that's less than $37 per hour lesson)Want to know more? Visit our website here

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