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From the First Fleet to the Harbour Bridge: Sydney's Astronomical Beginnings - Discover Lecture Series

Wednesday 24 July

6pm - 7.15pm

Professor Richard de Grijs will take us on the trail of William Dawes, astronomer, engineer, surveyor and ordnance officer, from his arrival in 1788 up to his connection with the 1932 construction of the Sydney Harbour Bridge. 

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Australian Abstraction in Context
20 June - 2 August

This exhibition reflects upon the legacies of this international art movement with its varietal imports, indices and counterparts. These expressions cast a different spin on the current generation of Australian artists adhering to abstraction.

How I Approach Business as a Biologist with Professor Joe Steensma (Washington University St Louis)
Wednesday 17 July

Join us for an enlightening talk by Dr Joseph Steensma, Professor of Social Entrepreneurship and Public Health at Washington University in St Louis. He is known for his remarkable success in business and his extensive research (and writing) on birds.

The 2024 June Wangmann Memorial Lecture: Engaging with stakeholders in locally relevant ECEC program initiatives
Thursday 25 July

The past year has witnessed an explosion of national inquiries and reviews that the ECEC community has responded to and influenced. Reflecting on these expectations, the this lecture topic will shift the focus from national to community priorities. 

If only I could get a good night’s sleep: The latest findings for insomnia - Sleep Talks Series
Thursday 25 July

Join Associate Professor Christopher Gordon, an expert in insomnia and chronobiology research, as he delves into the pathophysiology of insomnia and the latest findings on how the brain is disrupted during sleep.

The Women Leadership in Accounting and Finance Forum
1 August

This event offers a unique opportunity to network with industry leaders, gain insights from high achiever women leaders, and discover actionable strategies for success. Two dynamic panel discussions will showcase prominent leaders in the field. 

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