Investing Meetups Melbourne

Monthly meetup

This is our monthly meetup where we hang out and chat about investing. There's no fixed format, we just meet with like-minded individuals to discuss investing strategies and stock picks, at a bar or cafe. All levels of experience welcome. Second Friday of the month. Bring laptops/tablets etc if you like because we do research.

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Real Estate Investment Skill: From 101 to 201: 1 Day Session in Melbourne

**Overview** Learn to analyze real estate deals, calculate ROI & cap rates, and build a smart investment portfolio in this hands-on 1-day workshop **Ready to secure your spot? 🎯 Register now and complete your payment securely via Stripe Checkout!** [Click Here](https://buy.stripe.com/8x2bJ1aam1YGeG4aeg2oE43) **The Details** **Duration:** 1 Day \| 8 Credits **Delivery:** Classroom / In-house **Language:** English **Includes:** Course Completion Certificate **Refreshments:** Lunch, snacks, and beverages will be provided during the session **Course Overview:** **Everyone's Buying Property. Almost No One Knows If It's a Good Deal.** Here's the uncomfortable truth: most people don't lose money in real estate by picking the *wrong* property. They lose money by never learning how to tell a good deal from a bad one in the first place. They see a listing, get excited, do some quick mental math, and hope for the best. Meanwhile, the investors actually building wealth? They're running numbers, reading market signals, and walking away from 8 out of 10 "opportunities" — because they know exactly what they're looking at. This one-day workshop teaches you to think — and calculate — like they do. *** **The Moment Everything Clicks** Picture this: someone hands you a property listing. Instead of guessing, you pull up the numbers — cap rate, cash flow, yield — and in minutes, you know exactly what it's worth, what it'll cost you, and whether it belongs in your portfolio. That's not a fantasy. That's Module 3, by lunchtime. *** **What's Standing Between You and Your First (or Next) Smart Investment?** * You don't know how to evaluate a property beyond "it looks nice" * Terms like cap rate, leverage, and yield feel like a foreign language * You've never run a real financing scenario — just guessed at numbers * You don't have a system, just instinct (and instinct isn't a strategy) * You want to grow a portfolio, not just own one lucky property Sound familiar? You're exactly who this was built for. *** **Inside the Workshop** **Think Like an Investor** — Property types, market dynamics, and the core concepts (appreciation, cash flow, equity) that separate strategy from guesswork **Spot Deals Worth Chasing** — What actually drives property value, and how to size up residential vs. commercial opportunities **Run the Numbers That Matter** — Calculate ROI, cash flow, cap rate, and yield with confidence — no finance degree required **Dodge the Expensive Mistakes** — Read market cycles, assess real risk, and learn what trips up first-time investors **Master the Money Side** — Mortgage basics, leverage, funding options, and a live financing simulation to make it real **Build a Portfolio, Not Just a Purchase** — Diversification, risk balance, and long-term vs. short-term strategy **Leave With a Plan, Not Just Notes** — Your own investment criteria checklist and a concrete next step *** **Not Just a Lecture** This is a hands-on workshop — role-plays, a live financing simulation, case study breakdowns, and group exercises. You'll be doing the analysis, not just watching it happen on a slide. *** **Who's in the Room** Beginners taking their first real step into property investing. Finance professionals sharpening their edge. Small business owners planning long-term wealth. Anyone tired of feeling like everyone else understands real estate better than they do. No prior experience required. Just curiosity and a willingness to do the math. *** **Bring Your Whole Team** Want your finance team, leadership group, or firm speaking the same investment language? This course is available as a **private, customized group session** — tailored to your organization's focus, industry, and experience level. Delivered in-house or virtually, with group pricing for teams of any size. 📩 [corporate@mangates.com ](corporate@mangates.com)to build a session around your team. **Your Next Deal Deserves Better Than a Guess** Register now and walk out knowing exactly how to size up a property, run the numbers, and build a plan — not just a wish list. 📩 [info@mangates.com](info@mangates.com) \| 📞 \+61 \(0\) 2 80155605

Trivia at the Jamsheed Wines - $20 deposit required

We're back for trivia at Jamsheed Wines in Thornbury. Hidden away in Albert Street, just around the corner from Dundas you'll find Jamsheed behind a big wooden fence. It's a fully functioning winery that strangely does trivia. Don't think you know much trivia? You don't need all the answers, only a few. Join one of our tables for a fun night with old friends or new. A stress free relaxed night with some locals. There's trivia, food and a few drinks if that's your thing. We don't bite. Can't decide? Why not check why not check out their menu. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5c4807af31d4df074b649012/t/6a0baab2a1d30b733748c6a6/1779149490857/Food+Menu+2026.pdf A $20 deposit is required for this event and will be refunded on the night once you arrive. This is to cut down on no shows. The deposit is only refundable if you show up on the night, otherwise it will go toward Meetup fees. The deposit will be required 48 hours from RSVPing to the event or you will be moved removed from the event. Please make payment to the following account only if you are on the going list. Please note the bank details. BSB 013125 Account 150808654 Please let me know once payment is made. Please use your name and venue as reference. This is kind of important as I am collecting deposits for many events. And don't forget to check out our Facebook page. https://m.facebook.com/pages/category/Community/Northside-Explorers-113121036867952/?__nodl&refsrc=https%3A%2F%2Fm.facebook.com%2Ffbrdr%2F274%2F113121036867952%2F&_rdr

AI Tech & Startup Night — Melbourne

**Nomad Global Hub** brings together builders, founders, and tech professionals for a night of curated networking and high-impact startup pitches. **Community Pass spots are limited — reserve yours before they're gone.** **RSVP: [Reserve your spot](https://luma.com/hduj7o98)** With a track record of **235+ events** across **23 global cities** worldwide, we have welcomed over **5,000 attendees** and featured **1,200+ startup pitches** on our stages. We intentionally keep our meetups intimate because the best partnerships happen in focused, high-quality conversations, not in loud, overcrowded halls. **What to Expect** * **Live Tech Startup Pitches**: Watch selected early-stage founders present AI & Tech projects followed by sharp audience Q&A. * **High-Quality Networking:** Connect with a hand-picked audience of founders, investors, engineers, and tech leaders who value substance over small talk. * **Global Exposure:** Join a community that bridges **23 tech hubs worldwide**, providing you with a network that extends far beyond a single city. **Who Should Join** * Founders & Co-Founders looking for peers, feedback, investors and collaborators. * Tech Professionals & Builders seeking a high-quality community. * Ambitious Individuals ready to dive into the AI & Startup ecosystem. **For Investors** Active investors and VC partners are welcome to join the event and scout for early-stage talent, meet other investors, and see what teams are building. To access the startup database, please fill out the **[Investor Application Form](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScUkSdbmDb_tchKrZNf2A4c6HjrPLd87Ub3W-5WPfOgsszI9Q/viewform)** and ensure you have purchased a ticket. **For Pitching Startups** Selected startups gain live stage time and visibility within our global network among our database of investors. Purchase a Speaker Ticket to pitch, submit your **[Pitch Deck](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScZ1fGVQ-br2hQQnSsq7zz5XCAEvN5FfaYfJ7VSppMkujV8YQ/viewform)** and ensure it is accessible for viewers. **Nomad Global Hub \| 235\+ Events \| 23 Cities** *Note: To support our venue partner, we kindly encourage every guest to purchase at least one drink at the bar during the event.*

Stop Sustainability Delaying Your Deal!(Hexicon) + Rooming House(Jason Stanley)

**\*\*\*RSVP PROCESS - CRITICAL INFO\*\*\*** Please be aware, we don't use the Meetup website to take RSVPs, so you will need to register on this link to lock in your place (bookings essential) - [https://propdev.info/uMKh](https://propdev.info/uMKh) We run events most weekends around Australia so you can attend either physically in your local area, or live-stream to any event around the country. **In-Person:** 1:30pm (Melbourne time) to 'Mingle With The Expert' **Virtual:** 2pm (Melbourne time) **INTRODUCING THE INDUSTRY EXPERT:** *Stop Sustainability Delaying Your Deal! Hexicon (Kapil Kumar)* Are Sustainability Rules Putting Your Next Deal at Risk You’ve found a great site. The numbers stack. You’re ready to move forward… Then sustainability requirements get in the way. 7 Star Nationwide House Energy Rating Scheme requirements. Stormwater management. Water Sensitive Urban Design. And what looked like a straightforward project turns into redesigns, additional costs, delays, and uncertainty. Town planning gets held up. Designs need to change. And suddenly, your “great deal” is sitting on the sidelines… while your holding costs keep adding up. Here’s the truth: Most mum and dad developers don’t get caught out because they picked a bad site… They get caught out because they didn’t understand the sustainability requirements early enough. That’s why you need to hear from **Kapil Kumar** from **Hexicon**. In this session, you’ll discover: • What the 7 Star Nationwide House Energy Rating Scheme requirements mean for your project • The sustainability requirements you need to consider when subdividing • How to choose the right Environmentally Sustainable Design consultant for your development • What you need to know about stormwater management and Water Sensitive Urban Design requirements • How to make sure you’ve covered the sustainability requirements before lodging your town planning application And most importantly… How getting the right Environmentally Sustainable Design advice early in the design process can help you avoid costly redesigns, planning delays and unnecessary headaches. Because sustainability shouldn’t be something you discover halfway through your project… It should be part of your strategy from day one. Don’t miss this session! **INTRODUCING THE REAL DEAL:** *9 Rooming House Project (Jason Stanley)* *5m922, GRZ, Hoppers Crossing, Victoria* Most mum and dad developers think the hard part is finding the site. It’s not. The real pressure hits when you’re deep in the deal, when promised construction finance falls over, when council shifts the goalposts late in the build, and when policy changes (including VCAT rulings around what qualifies as “self-contained”) threaten to derail months of work. That’s when you discover whether you’re a dreamer… or a developer. At our next Property Developer Network Meetup, Real Deal presenter **Jason Stanley** shares a project that tested him on finance, council and mindset. What went well? The growth. The lessons. The shift from hoping it works to thinking strategically. What didn’t? Finance headaches, disappearing brokers, and late-stage council challenges that could have wiped out profit. This isn’t theory. It’s real-world development, the part most people don’t talk about. This is real-world development, the stuff you don’t see on social media. If you’re a mum and dad developer who wants to: • Avoid costly finance mistakes • Understand how council and policy changes can impact your project • Build resilience when things don’t go to plan • And become a better investor with every deal Then you need to hear Jason’s story. Because in property development, it’s not the easy deals that make you - it’s the tough ones. And the lessons from this one could save you tens of thousands on your next project. ***This is your chance to talk property with other enthusiasts!*** See you all soon!

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Networking Drinks for Builders & Doers

**🍻 The Entrepreneur Club – Last Friday of the Month Drinks** **Not your average knock-off drinks.** Join us for a monthly gathering of entrepreneurs, builders, creatives, and self-starters who believe business is more than just work, it’s a personal growth journey. Whether you're scaling something or just starting out, this is a space to meet others who think like you do. **💬 What to Expect** ✅ Real convos with people building something ✅ A place to bounce ideas, swap challenges, and share wins ✅ Opportunities to give value and get it in return ✅ Chill vibes, no pitches, just smart people in good company You don’t need a title or a polished pitch, just curiosity and the willingness to connect. **🗓 Format** **6:30pm** – Arrive, grab a drink, join a convo **8:30pm** – We wrap, or roll on elsewhere **🎯 This is for you if** * You want more entrepreneurial people in your life * You’re building something, or want to be * You care about growth, not just small talk Bring a question. Bring a challenge. Bring your curiosity. Last Friday of every month. Let’s make it count.

Groove Dimension

Rock Doctors at Pockets

Core Business Finance Skills – 1 Day Workshop in Melbourne

**Overview** Build practical business finance skills by understanding financial statements, budgeting, cash flow, profitability, and financial decision-making for the workplace. *** **Ready to secure your spot? 🎯 Register now and complete your payment securely via Stripe Checkout!** [Click Here](https://buy.stripe.com/8x2bJ1aam1YGeG4aeg2oE43) **About the Course** • **Duration**: 1 Full Day (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM) • **Delivery** **Mode**: Classroom (In-Person) • **Language**: English • **Credits**: 8 PDUs / Training Hours • **Certification**: Course Completion Certificate • **Refreshments**: Lunch, beverages, and light snacks included **If you would like weekend training sessions, kindly reach out to us at** **[info@mangates.com](info@mangates.com)** **for availability and scheduling.** # **Course Overview:** Through this course, you will examine financial statements—including the balance sheet, income statement, cash flow statement, and statement of stockholders' equity—as guides to fiscal health. You will also identify what you want to gain from a budget and describe the steps of budgeting to meet these goals. Finance and Budgeting Essentials for Business Professionals grounds you in the functions and tools of finance. ### Learning Objectives * Understand the role and importance of finance in business. * Identify the key components of financial statements. * Analyze balance sheets to assess financial position. * Interpret income statements and evaluate profitability. * Read and understand cash flow and equity statements. * Apply fundamental budgeting principles and techniques. * Prepare and monitor operating and activity-based budgets. * Use financial information to support effective business decisions. *** **Who can Attend?** All business professionals who want to learn more about business finance. *** ### Why Choose This Course? This course provides a practical introduction to essential business finance concepts without requiring an accounting background. Participants will learn how to understand balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements, and equity statements while developing practical budgeting and financial analysis skills. The training helps professionals interpret financial information, make informed business decisions, and apply finance and budgeting concepts to real-world workplace situations across different industries. **©2026 Mangates Tech Solutions Pvt Ltd. This content is protected by copyright law. Copy or Reproduction without permission is prohibited.** **Can the training be customized to your organization’s specific finance needs?** Our Business Finance Basics course can be customized to match your organization’s specific financial processes, industry requirements, and learning objectives. Training can include tailored examples, case studies, budgeting scenarios, financial reporting practices, and practical exercises relevant to your team’s day-to-day responsibilities. **📧 Contact us today to schedule a customized in-house session: [corporate@mangates.com](mailto:corporate@mangates.com)** **Course Topics:** **Lesson 1: Reviewing Financial Basics** ● Topic A: Identify the Benefits of Finance ● Topic B: Describe Financial Statements **Lesson 2: Interpreting Balance Sheets** ● Topic A: Identify Elements of Balance Sheets ● Topic B: Analyze a Balance Sheet **Lesson 3: Interpreting Income Statements** ● Topic A: Identify Elements of Income Statements ● Topic B: Analyze an Income Statement **Lesson 4: Interpreting Other Financial Statements** ● Topic A: Read Cash Flow Statements ● Topic B: Read Statements of Stockholders’ Equity ● Topic C: Read Notes to Financial Statements ● Topic D: Identify Elements of Financial Statements for Non-Profits **Lesson 5: Planning a Budgeting Approach** ● Topic A: Describe Budgeting Principles ● Topic B: Choose What and How to Budget ### FAQ's 1. **Who should attend this course?** All business professionals who want to improve their understanding of finance and budgeting. 2. **Do I need an accounting background?** No. The course covers finance fundamentals in a practical and easy-to-understand way. 3. **How long is the course?** It is a 1-day training session. 4. **What financial statements will I learn about?** You will learn about balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements, statements of stockholders’ equity, and financial statement notes. 5. **Will I learn how to analyze a balance sheet?** Yes. You will learn to identify key elements and interpret a balance sheet. 6. **Will the course cover budgeting?** Yes. You will learn budgeting principles, operating budgets, activity-based budgets, and budget monitoring. 7. **Will I learn about cash flow?** Yes. The course explains how to read and interpret cash flow statements. 8. **Is this course suitable for managers?** Yes. It is useful for managers and professionals who need to understand financial information for business decisions. 9. **Will I receive a certificate?** Yes. Participants receive a Course Completion Certificate from Mangates after completing the training. 10. **What will I be able to do after the course?** You will be able to understand financial statements, assess profitability, interpret financial information, and apply basic budgeting principles. 11. **What is the refund policy?** You are eligible to request a refund up to 7 days before the event.

Her Wealthy Circle - Melbourne Meet-Up

**Bring a piece of content that has inspired you** 💫 For this month’s meet-up, we’re creating a space to share the books, podcasts, videos, or ideas that have shaped the way we think, grow and see the world. Whether it’s a book that changed your perspective, a podcast episode that sparked a new idea, or a piece of content that helped you grow - come along ready to share, discuss and discover new recommendations from the community. 📚🎧 Expect: ✨ Meaningful conversations ✨ New ideas and perspectives ✨ Inspiring recommendations to add to your list ✨ Connection with like-minded women Bring your favourite piece of content and let’s learn from each other. ❤️ We can’t wait to see what inspires you!