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Clear Colour collective Sober dance party
Fri, Sep 4, 8:45 AM## Welcome to Clear Colour Collective Step into a supportive, sober space where music, art, movement and connection come together. Clear Colour Collective is a dance experience created for the FLINTA community a place to move freely, express yourself, and reconnect with your body without the pressures of alcohol, drugs or judgement. Dance is more than movement. It's a chance to let go of the week, release stress, build confidence, and experience the joy of being fully present. Whether you're a seasoned dancer or just curious, you're invited exactly as you are. **✨ Arrive from 6:45 PM** Take your time to settle in, connect with others, and ease into the space. **🪩 Dance begins at 7:00 PM** Enjoy a **90-minute guided DJ journey**, moving through different energies and emotions in a safe, welcoming environment. **💛 Connect & Reflect** The final **30 minutes** is a gentle wind-down to connect with others, journal, draw, reflect, or simply relax with music. There's no pressure to talk, just space to be. Tickets via https://events.humanitix.com/clear-colour-collective-sober-dance ### Our Community Values 🚫 No alcohol. No drugs. No judgement. No abusive behaviour. ✨ A respectful, supportive, chat-free dance floor. Listen to your body, rest whenever you need, and stay hydrated. Come with an open mind, leave feeling lighter, connected, and empowered. Come as you are. Move how you feel. Find your colour. Welcome to **Clear Colour Collective**.
Small Team, Big Stack: A Quality Toolkit Built from the Ground Up
Wed, Sep 9, 7:30 AM**Small Team, Big Stack: A Quality Toolkit Built from the Ground Up** Most talks about quality assume you've got a QA team, a test framework someone already built, and headcount to spare. This one's for when you don't. **Sam Connelly**, Principal Quality Consultant within the Equal Experts network in Australia, walks through how a small startup team builds and maintains confidence in what they ship — for a predominantly JavaScript web app — without any of that safety net. **What we'll cover:** * **Unit testing** — what we actually test (and, just as importantly, what we don't) * **BDD, pragmatically** — the test framework we built, and how we've kept it extensible as our underlying model evolves * **Debugging from the outside in** — using analytics frameworks to reconstruct what a user did right before something broke * **Where we're headed** — early experiments including a self-healing UI E2E agent, and using Claude Code as an exploratory testing partner rather than just a coding tool This isn't a best-practices talk. It's what quality actually looks like when you're small, resource-constrained, and building the plane while flying it. You'll leave with practical ideas for your own toolkit — whatever size team you're working with. **Agenda** 5 30 PM - Gates open (Networking drinks & food) 6 15 PM - G-EE-K Talk 7 PM - Q&A 7 15 PM - Networking drinks (and more food) 8 PM - Wrap up
Site to Success: A 2 Day Construction Project Management Course in Sydney
Tue, Sep 8, 2:00 PM**Overview** "Great project managers aren't born. They're trained, two days is enough to turn on-site chaos into controlled execution." **Ready to secure your spot? 🎯 Register now and complete your payment securely via Stripe Checkout!** [Click Here](https://buy.stripe.com/bJeaEX2HUgTAgOc1HK2oF07) **The Details** **Duration:** 2 Full Day (16 Hours) **Delivery Mode:** Classroom (In-Person) **Language:** English **Credits:** 16 PDUs / Training Hours **Certification:** Course Completion Certificate **Refreshments:** Lunch, Snacks, and beverages will be provided during the session **Solve These Problems Before They Cost Your Next Project** **Course Overview:** **Where Construction Projects Actually Fall Apart** Not on day one of the build. Usually much earlier — in planning gaps, missed safety protocols, or a subcontractor relationship no one managed properly. That breakdown isn't inevitable — it's a signal most project managers don't catch until it's already cost time or money. This course closes that gap. Thirteen critical areas, each built around a real challenge project managers face daily, each giving you a technique you can apply immediately on-site and in the office. **At a Glance** 13 critical modules. 2 days. 1 complete project management process covering everything from pre-planning and safety to cost control, claims, and innovation. No wasted sessions, no filler content just practical strategies you can take back to your projects immediately. **Thirteen Sticking Points, Thirteen Fixes** * **Projects start without a solid plan, and profitability suffers for it** — Module 1 covers the importance of pre-planning, developing comprehensive project plans, and the direct correlation between planning and profitability. * **Job sites carry safety and compliance risks that go unmanaged** — Module 2 covers safety plan development, OSHA regulations, and risk assessment and mitigation. * **Low job site productivity quietly erodes project results** — Module 3 covers the factors affecting productivity, techniques to improve it, and how to measure and track it. * **Subcontractors and vendors are hard to evaluate, negotiate with, or hold accountable** — Module 4 covers selection, contract negotiation, performance monitoring, and relationship management. * **Schedules slip because critical paths aren't properly identified** — Module 5 covers CPM scheduling basics, developing and maintaining schedules, and the tools to manage them. * **Claims arise and catch project managers unprepared** — Module 6 covers claim types, prevention, documentation, and dispute resolution. * **Legal risks and contract clauses go misunderstood until it's too late** — Module 7 covers key legal concepts, important contract clauses, and managing legal risk. * **Costs run over budget without clear visibility** — Module 8 covers budgeting, cost estimation, tracking, and cost reduction techniques. * **Poor recordkeeping creates gaps that surface later** — Module 9 covers the importance of accurate records, documentation types, and best practices. * **Communication breakdowns derail otherwise solid projects** — Module 10 covers strategies, tools, and technologies for effective communication. * **Deadlines get missed due to poor time management** — Module 11 covers prioritization, time tracking tools, and techniques for managing deadlines. * **Problems get reacted to instead of solved systematically** — Module 12 covers problem-solving techniques and structured decision-making frameworks. * **Teams fall behind by not adopting new tools and methods** — Module 13 covers the importance of innovation and how to build a culture that embraces it. **Nothing Here Happens in Isolation** Weak pre-planning leads to productivity losses. Poor recordkeeping weakens your position in a claims dispute. Handle these as separate issues, and you're firefighting one problem at a time. This course connects the fixes, so by the end of two days, you're not holding a list of tips — you have one integrated approach to managing a project from start to finish. **The Method Behind the Fixes** Rather than presenting abstract theory, the course uses an interactive, workshop-based structure: 1. **Identify the problem** — What typically goes wrong in this area, and why 2. **Learn the framework** — A structured, practical approach to address it 3. **Apply it through real scenarios** — Case studies, assignments, and team-building activities 4. **Walk away with a strategy** — Something usable on your very next project **What You'll Be Able to Do Differently** Upon completion of this course, you will be able to: * Identify the importance of pre-planning and its correlation with a company's bottom line * Discuss the impact of low job site productivity on contractors, craftspeople, project owners, and designers * Evaluate and select subcontractor and vendor services, materials, and equipment purchases with confidence * Identify legal actions — or the lack thereof — that carry far-reaching consequences for you and your company **Who Faces These Problems (and Should Attend)?** * Project managers looking to sharpen their skills and stay current with industry practices * Construction managers overseeing projects who want better outcomes * Site supervisors and foremen wanting a deeper grasp of project management principles * Engineers and architects looking to strengthen their project management knowledge * Estimators, planners, and coordinators aiming to advance their capabilities * Business owners and executives who want their teams equipped to drive project success * Aspiring project managers preparing to move into the role * HR and training managers responsible for developing their construction teams **Format** Practical, applied learning — workshops, assignments, and team-building activities built around real industry challenges. You'll work through the problems, not just hear about them. **Prerequisites** No strict prerequisites — though a basic understanding of construction processes and some project management experience will help. Participants should come ready to engage in discussions and exercises that call for critical thinking and problem-solving. 📧 Contact us today to schedule a customized in-house session: [corporate@mangates.com](mailto:corporate@mangates.com) **©2026 Mangates Tech Solutions Pvt Ltd. This content is protected by copyright law. Copy or Reproduction without permission is prohibited.** **FAQs** **1\. Do I need prior project management experience to attend?** No strict prerequisites though a basic understanding of construction processes and some project management experience will help you get more out of the course. **2\. Is this course only for certified project managers?** No, it's built for anyone in construction, from site supervisors and engineers to aspiring project managers and business owners. **3\. How is this course structured across the two days?** Day 1 focuses on planning, safety, productivity, vendor management, and scheduling. Day 2 covers claims, legal issues, cost control, recordkeeping, communication, time management, problem-solving, and innovation. **4\. Will I learn how to actually manage a project budget\, not just theory?** Yes, Module 8 covers budgeting, cost estimation, tracking, and practical techniques for cost reduction. **5\. What if I struggle with subcontractors not meeting expectations?** Module 4 addresses exactly covering contract negotiation, performance monitoring, and building stronger vendor relationships. **6\. Does the course cover legal risks specific to construction?** Yes, Module 7 covers key legal concepts, important contract clauses, and how to manage legal risks and liabilities. **7\. Is this course relevant if I'm not managing projects yet\, but want to?** Yes, it's designed to give aspiring project managers the foundational knowledge and skills needed to prepare for the transition. **8\. What if claims and disputes are a recurring issue on my projects?** Module 6 covers claims management directly including prevention, documentation, communication strategies, and dispute resolution. **9\. What will I walk away with at the end of the two days?** Practical strategies across 13 critical project management areas, ready to apply immediately, plus a Course Completion Certificate.
From EVP & CPO of Walmart US to Advisor for MrBeast: A Chat with Jon Alferness
Tue, Aug 25, 7:30 AMSome careers shape products. Others shape industries. Join Leading the Product for an exclusive evening with [Jon Alferness](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-alferness-b193a3/) — one of Silicon Valley's most accomplished product leaders, advisor and investor. Jon is a highly experienced technology and product leader with more than 20 years' experience in Silicon Valley and the global retail sector, including recent focus on the food and grocery sector. Across more than two decades, his career has been defined by senior executive roles delivering digital transformation and innovation at some of the world's most influential technology companies, including Google, Pinterest, Lyft and, most recently, as Executive Vice President and Chief Product Officer at Walmart US whilst a Strategic Advisor to MrBeast — a role encompassing eCommerce, Financial Services, Health & Wellness, Merchant Tools, and Last Mile Delivery. Prior to Walmart, Jon spent 13 years at Google, where as Vice President of Product Management, he played a pivotal role in developing Google Ads across Search, Mobile, Shopping, and Travel, driving innovations that shaped the digital advertising landscape. Now, Jon's roles consist of Non Executive Director for Woolworths Group and Advisor/Investor to many companies. Hosted as an intimate Fireside Chat, with Brainmates CEO [Adrienne Tan](https://www.linkedin.com/in/adriennetan/) driving the fireside chat, this is a rare opportunity for the Australian product community to hear directly from someone who has operated at the highest levels of global product leadership. This will be an open, candid conversation exploring what it really takes to build enduring product organisations, lead through constant technological change, make high-stakes decisions, and develop the next generation of product leaders. We'll dive into topics including: * How product leadership has evolved across the world's biggest technology companies. * What separates exceptional product organisations from merely good ones. * Leading through AI, disruption and constant change. * Building products, teams and cultures that scale. * The lessons, mistakes and experiences that only come from operating at the very highest level. Following the fireside conversation, we'll open the floor for an audience Q&A, giving attendees the chance to ask their own questions and engage directly with one of the industry's most experienced product executives. We'll then continue the conversation over drinks and networking with Sydney's product community. **Evening timeline** 5.30 – 6.15pm: Arrive, grab a drink, and connect 6.15 – 7.15pm: Fireside conversation with Jon Alferness and audience Q&A 7.15 – 8.00pm: Networking, conversation, and connection Whether you're an experienced product leader, an aspiring executive, or simply curious about how the world's best product organisations think and operate, this promises to be an evening of practical insights, honest stories, and unforgettable access. A huge shoutout to Dovetail for their gracious hosting at their Surry Hills office. We'll have light food and drinks covered—all we ask is that you bring your curiosity, your questions, and your perspective. RSVP your spot today.
Sydney SEO Collective - Despina Gavoyannis (From SEO Tactician to Leader)
Tue, Aug 25, 8:00 AMThe Sydney SEO Collective is back for our August 2026 meetup. This month we're talking about what it takes to move beyond SEO delivery and become the person shaping search strategy across a business. We're welcoming Despina Gavoyannis, AI Search Visibility Strategist at Ahrefs and Vivid Fish, as our keynote speaker. She'll be presenting "How to Level Up from SEO Tactician to Search Visibility Leader." Strong technical and tactical skills can build a career in SEO, but they will only take you so far. Despina will explain how to turn that expertise into strategic influence, communicate the commercial value of search and develop the skills needed to move into more senior, better-paid roles. She'll also look at what businesses need from their search teams as AI changes how people find information. That includes personalisation, keywordless discovery, conversational and spoken search, and the growing role of wearable AI. You'll leave with practical ideas you can share with your team and start using at work the next day. Despina has worked in SEO for more than 10 years, specialising in revenue-driven strategy and collaborating with UX designers, developers and marketers. Before joining Ahrefs, she worked as an SEO consultant, advising and training in-house and agency teams. Her work has helped brands generate more than $125 million in additional annual organic revenue. She is also the author of a book and two SEO courses, and has written extensively about SEO and AI search. [https://www.linkedin.com/in/despina-gavoyannis/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/despina-gavoyannis/) **Make sure to RSVP and grab your ticket!** **Keynote Presentation:** How to Level Up from SEO Tactician to Search Visibility Leader **Sponsored By:** [Finder](https://www.finder.com.au/) [Prosperity Media](https://prosperitymedia.com.au/) **Location:** Finder AU Level 10, 99 York St, Sydney NSW 2000 **Hosts:** Regan McGregor - SEO Lead at [Airtasker](https://airtasker.com/) James Norquay - Founder at [Prosperity Media](https://prosperitymedia.com.au/) **Running sheet:** 6pm - 6.30pm - Arrive, Finder AU - Level 10, 99 York St, Sydney NSW 2000 6.30pm - Introduce SEO Collective, Speakers 6.30pm - 6. 45pm - SEO news, algorithm updates, SERP volatility 6.45 - 7.00pm - Intermission **7pm - 7.45pm - Keynote: Despina Gavoyannis - How to Level Up from SEO Tactician to Search Visibility Leader** **7.45pm - 8pm - Q & A Session** 8.00pm - Networking **SEO Collective Organisers:** Regan McGregor - https://www.linkedin.com/in/regan-mcgregor/ James Norquay - https://www.linkedin.com/in/norquay/ Aaron Taylor - https://www.linkedin.com/in/aarontaylorseo/ Dejan Mladenovski - https://www.linkedin.com/in/dejan-m/ Nik Ranger - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nik-ranger-06086a27/ Peter Macinkovic - https://www.linkedin.com/in/inkovic/ Peter Mead - https://www.linkedin.com/in/petermeadseo/ Paula Glynn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/paula-glynn/ Sally Mills - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sally--mills/ **SEO Collective Background:** SEO Collective is an extension of the Melbourne SEO Meetup, which started when the Brisbane SEO group first met up at the Ship Inn, Brisbane Southbank, 7th Nov 2008. The feedback we've had is that the Collective events have been a great way to meet others in the industry in a relaxed environment and share some tips and hints on what you might know that can help them become a better web marketer or developer. It's about asking those tough questions and getting group consensus on what is the possible implications or complications on a particular method or technique you're thinking of using. We encourage a mix of business owners, web developers, affiliate marketers, SEM and SEO professionals as we all have small tips that will help you perform better online and play smarter. SEO Collective is just a relaxed and informal session on digital and web marketing, come along and meet others in your community no matter if you're a business owner, consultant, in-house or part of a larger agency. ## RSVP now to claim your free ticket!
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