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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.

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China's strategy & Australia's future in a new global order 2020

30 October 2020 - 03 November 2020 Sydney NSW

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.

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.

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Reimagining resilience for young people 2020

13 - 30 October 2020 Sydney NSW

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.

Our popular Adobe Creative classes are now available live online.The interactive classes are led by an expert facilitator who will guide through a series of tools and techniques. You'll then be able to ask questions and receive feedback as you work through different exercises.Before the start of the class you'll need to install Zoom and Adobe Photoshop on your own laptop or computer. Zoom is free to download and Photoshop is available on a plan or a 7 day free trial from Adobe online.Please read your booking confirmation carefully for instructions on how to join the class.Adobe Photoshop is the most well-known design software package in the world.Everyone from wedding photographers and graphic designers to painters and social media managers use this program to bring their digital artwork to life. Whether you're looking to upskill for work or want to take your creative practice into the digital space- this series of classes is the perfect starting point.More information on each of the different class levels is available on the booking link.Photoshop level 1This 2-hour beginner's class is for people with little or no experience.By the end of the class you will be able to:•  Make selections- cut out- resize and move objects around in an image•  Create complex photo manipulations•  Create custom typography and apply effects.•  Use a handful of helpful keyboard shortcuts to improve workflow.Photoshop Level 1 - Thursday- 5 November- 10amPhotoshop Level 1 - Thursday- 19 November- 10am Photoshop Level 1 - Friday- 4 December- 10am Photoshop level 2If you've already completed level 1 or have some experience with Photoshop this 2-hour intermediate class is for you.By the end of the class you will be able to:•  Replace backgrounds and retouch photos to erase blemishes and improve skin.•  Make adjustments and colour balance photos to improve vibrancy•  Use brushes- tools and layer blending modes to create advanced image effectsPhotoshop Level 2 - Thursday- 5 November- 1pmPhotoshop Level 2 - Thursday- 19 November- 1pmPhotoshop Level 2 - Friday- 4 December- 1pmPhotoshop Level 2 - Thursday- 10 December- 1pmCourses suitable for anyone 16 years and over.

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Adobe Photoshop online classes 2020

30 October 2020 - 05 November 2020 Sydney NSW

Our popular Adobe Creative classes are now available live online.The interactive classes are led by an expert facilitator who will guide through a series of tools and techniques. You'll then be able to ask questions and receive feedback as you work through different exercises.Before the start of the class you'll need to install Zoom and Adobe Photoshop on your own laptop or computer. Zoom is free to download and Photoshop is available on a plan or a 7 day free trial from Adobe online.Please read your booking confirmation carefully for instructions on how to join the class.Adobe Photoshop is the most well-known design software package in the world.Everyone from wedding photographers and graphic designers to painters and social media managers use this program to bring their digital artwork to life. Whether you're looking to upskill for work or want to take your creative practice into the digital space- this series of classes is the perfect starting point.More information on each of the different class levels is available on the booking link.Photoshop level 1This 2-hour beginner's class is for people with little or no experience.By the end of the class you will be able to:• Make selections- cut out- resize and move objects around in an image• Create complex photo manipulations• Create custom typography and apply effects.• Use a handful of helpful keyboard shortcuts to improve workflow.Photoshop Level 1 - Thursday- 5 November- 10amPhotoshop Level 1 - Thursday- 19 November- 10am Photoshop Level 1 - Friday- 4 December- 10am Photoshop level 2If you've already completed level 1 or have some experience with Photoshop this 2-hour intermediate class is for you.By the end of the class you will be able to:• Replace backgrounds and retouch photos to erase blemishes and improve skin.• Make adjustments and colour balance photos to improve vibrancy• Use brushes- tools and layer blending modes to create advanced image effectsPhotoshop Level 2 - Thursday- 5 November- 1pmPhotoshop Level 2 - Thursday- 19 November- 1pmPhotoshop Level 2 - Friday- 4 December- 1pmPhotoshop Level 2 - Thursday- 10 December- 1pmCourses suitable for anyone 16 years and over.