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How about we kick off the best day with a jog and coffee together? Trust me, you won't want to miss out! 🏃‍♂️Training menu🏃‍♂️ Every Sunday 8:00~ Fed Square Assembly 【https://maps.app.goo.gl/zmPQ6U533pUDcNSA9?g_st=ic】 If you have luggage, please consider using the lockers at the station. 💥40~60 min Jog+Walk Pace: Easy pace, suitable for beginners. If you got tired, let's walk together. 【schedule】 8:00 Gathering 8:10 Start 9:00 End of training Challengers we are waiting for you 😊

The hilarious Birdman Rally is a long-held Moomba tradition that sees competitors hurtle themselves off a platform over the Yarra River to see who can fly the furthest before splashing down. The rally runs from 11 am to 12 pm on Sunday, 8th March, and the platform is usually on the North side/City side of the Yarra, so it's best photographed from the south side. Our meeting point will be behind the Alexandra Gardens Skate Park on Boathouse Drive at 10:30 am. [Moomba Event Map](https://moomba.melbourne.vic.gov.au/map/) **Event Schedule:** 10.30 am -10:50 am - Australian Skateboarding League – Semi Finals & Finals. This is right next to our meeting point and runs all day. 11:00 am -12:00 pm- Birdman Rally 12:00 pm - 1:06 pm - Men's Trick Preliminary 1:06 pm - 2:26 pm - Pro Men Wakeboard 2:41 pm - 3:35 pm - Women's Slalom 3:35 pm – 4:11 pm – Men's Slalom 4:15 pm event ends [Full Moomba event schedule](https://moomba.melbourne.vic.gov.au/schedule/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=23549729973&gbraid=0AAAAAC11gOuLT6tgB8NqEPEFU-CXmW7mm&gclid=CjwKCAiAqprNBhB6EiwAMe3yhjGrFMf7FrlDS4m9wVCPEBvzpcwlOgbsgHXuhyeVwjZGxJNNciOTGxoCW8QQAvD_BwE) Disclaimer & Waiver of Liability By attending this photography meetup, you acknowledge and agree to the following: • Participation is voluntary and at your own risk. • The organisers, hosts, and affiliated parties are not liable for any personal injury, property damage, loss, or theft that may occur during or as a result of this event. • You agree to hold harmless the organisers from any claims, liabilities, or expenses arising from your participation. • Attendees are responsible for their own equipment, belongings, and conduct throughout the event. • Photography activities may involve public spaces, varied terrain, or interaction with others; you are responsible for exercising caution and respecting local laws, regulations, and private property. • Any advice, demonstrations, or recommendations provided during the meetup are for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional instruction. • By joining, you consent to being in a public setting where photos or recordings may occur, and you release organisers from any claims related to such media use.

## **⚽ Welcome to Street Football Culture** **📸 Instagram: [@streetfootballculture](https://www.instagram.com/streetfootballcult)** **Facebook:** https://www.facebook.com/share/19Vw4Xzbi5/?mibextid=wwXIfr **We’re a passionate community of street football Culture lovers who come together regularly to play, connect and celebrate the beautiful game. Our games are friendly, inclusive, and full of energy open to anyone, regardless of age, background, or skill level.** **🗓️ Weekly Game Details: Updated** **Join us for casual 6v6 futsal every Saturday night at Flagstaff Gardens Courts.** **📍 Location: 309–311 William St, West Melbourne VIC 3003** **🕓 Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM** **🏟️ Venue: Two side-by-side courts** **📢 Please arrive 10 minutes early to warm up and help set up teams.** ## **🎮 Match Format** **We’ll be forming four teams (A, B, C, D). Feel free to name your team if you're coming with a crew.** **Each team manages their own substitutions. Captains and vice-captains will coordinate things. If you're bringing your own squad, you’re welcome to stick together!** ### **🏆 Tonight's Game Schedule (Saturday)** **Match 1:** **🆚 Team A vs Team B** **🕖 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM** * **First Half: 25 mins** * **Half-Time: 5 mins** * **Second Half: 25 mins** * **Draw? Penalty Shootout (3–5 mins)** **Match 2:** **🆚 Team C vs Team D** **🕖 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM** * **Same format as Match 1** **Match 3: 3rd Place Playoff** **🆚 Losers of Match 1 vs Losers of Match 2** **🕗 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM** * **First Half: 25 mins** * **Half-Time: 5 mins** * **Second Half: 30 mins** * **Draw? Penalty Shootout** **Match 4: The Final** **🆚 Winners of Match 1 vs Winners of Match 2** **🕗 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM** * **Same format as Match 3** **Goalkeeper Rotation: Every player rotates into goal after a goal is conceded.** ## **👟 What to Bring** * **Footwear: Futsal shoes or runners only (artificial turf court)** * **Hydration: Water fountains available nearby** * **Toilets: Public restrooms close by courts (5-min walk)** ## **📢 Important Reminders** * **Participation is at your own risk. No insurance or on-site medical support is provided.** * **Respect the game. Respect each other.** * **Good vibes only — we value sportsmanship and inclusivity.** * **Celebrate everyone’s effort — win or lose, we’re one community.** ## **📲 How to Book Your Spot** https://forms.gle/f7W9kx1aQvJxDQzT8 **📱 WhatsApp: [https://whatsapp.com/](https://whatsapp.com/)** **📸 Instagram: [@streetfootballculture](https://www.instagram.com/streetfootballcult)** **Facebook:** https://www.facebook.com/share/19Vw4Xzbi5/?mibextid=wwXIfr **🎟️ Fee: $10 per player** **💳 Payment Options:** * **PayID** * **Bank Transfer** * **After payment, please take a screenshot and Either: Send it to us Via Message, or show it to us at the court.** * **Refund Policy** * **Full refunds are only offered if the event is cancelled (e.g. due to poor weather).** * **If you need to cancel, please give us at least 4 hours’ notice.** **🔥 Let’s Play!** **We can’t wait to see you on the pitch for another amazing on Saturday of futsal.** **Let’s bring the energy, the passion, and above all — the heart.** **See you there!** **#streetfootballculture**

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***Vibe out with your tribe, out. (No coding experience required or expected!)*** Join us for **Vibe Code & Chill: October Edition** on Sunday, October 5th, 2025. This isn’t your average meetup: no stuffy panels, no boring lectures. We’re here to vibe, imbibe, and make progress on our *projects-de-jour*: from AI experiments to Web3 hacks, AR side projects, or just messing around with next-gen tools. ***New to the crew?*** Expect a warm welcome and friendly face to greet you before introducing you around and helping you find your people. We keep it friendly, fun, and inclusive and with free snacks and drinks, you’re covered. Bring your laptop and your best coding mojo. **What to expect:** * **Chill coding & collaboration:** Bring your laptop and your current coding project. Find a spot in our comfortable booths or at tables with fellow coders. This is a space for hands-on work, casual discussions on the latest gizmos, and helping each other out. * **Free refreshments:** Stay fueled and hydrated with non-alcoholic drinks and a selection of snacks provided by the club. The pub has a great range of meals and drinks if you're looking for something more. * **Headphone-free zone (official hours):** You can code in your own world at home! We have a no-headphone policy for the first hour of the meetup. * **Flexible timing:** You're welcome to arrive early and get started before the official event kicks off at 2PM. and you're welcome to stay and vibe on as long as you like. No sweat if you can't stay the whole time, just pop in and join the fun for as long as you can! Come ready to laugh, learn, and grow with a community that's excited by design, tech, and innovation. This is your chance to make new friends, share ideas, and be inspired by fellow driven and generous minds.

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# 2026 S1 Melbourne Freshers Welcome Event（Mandarin speaking) Overview Melbourne’s biggest S1 Newcomer Festival at City Hall — 5,000+ gifts, nonstop prizes & Consulate support. 🎉 2026 S1 Melbourne Freshmen Welcome Festival This isn’t just a “booth event.” It’s a full experience. 🌟 5,000+ FREE gift packs 🎟 Electronic lucky draw every 30 minutes 🎯 Interactive booth games + stamp collecting challenge 🎓 Study, career & migration Q&A zone 🤝 Meet trusted local brands & student organisations 📸 Social sharing activities to win extra prizes And yes — online registration is required to join the lucky draw. No walk-ins. ## 5\,000\+ Free Gifts 🎁 \| Lucky Draw Every 30 Minutes 🔥 \| Interactive Expo Experience Melbourne’s biggest Chinese student welcome event is back — and it’s bigger than ever. Whether you’re a brand new student ✨, a returning senior 🎓, or simply looking to meet new friends and explore opportunities — this is THE event you cannot miss. **📅 Time: Sunday, 8th Marth 2026 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM** **📍 Location: Drill Hall，Multicultural Hub 📍 26 Therry St, Melbourne VIC 3000** 💥What Makes This Event Special?  💥👇**SECURE YOUR SPOT NOW** 👇 ### **📍 Event Details** * **Time: Sunday, 8th Marth 2026 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM** **📍 Location: Drill Hall，Multicultural Hub 📍 26 Therry St, Melbourne VIC 3000** * **🎟 Entry:** **Registration Required** (Strictly no walk-ins. Spots are limited!) ### **📢 Why You Must Attend?** Welcome to the 2026 S1 Freshers' Festival! As Melbourne's largest orientation event, we are bringing you a day filled with gifts, insights, and fun. **This event is your gateway to settling into Melbourne life quickly.** ✅ **Get Answers:** Real solutions to common study and lifestyle questions. ✅ **Make Friends:** Meet students from different universities through games. ✅ **Start Right:** Kick off the semester with fun, not confusion. ✅ **Resource Hub:** Connect with premium local businesses and services in one go. *(P.S. Seniors and alumni are welcome too! It’s not just for newbies!)*  **🎫Ticket Earning Rules:** • Individual check-in: 1 ticket • Group of 3 checking in together: 2 tickets each • Group of 5 checking in together: 3 tickets each • Invite a friend to register and check in: +1 ticket per friend (maximum 10 tickets) • Event volunteers: +2 bonus tickets • Post on Instagram / Xiaohongshu with #澳洲匠人学院: +1 ticket per post (maximum 3) • Take a photo at the event and tag official account: +1 ticket • Livestream or short video sharing event experience: +2 tickets • Take a photo with a student from a different university and post on Xiaohongshu: +1 ticket • Participate in interactive games / booth activities / stamp challenge tasks to earn additional tickets 🎯 Maximum 10 tickets per person. The more tickets you have, the higher your chance of winning. 🎁 Mega Lucky Draw — Every 5 Minutes We’re giving away prizes all day long. Every 30 minutes, multiple winners will be drawn live on stage 🎤 🎉 Prize List (Partial – More Coming Soon) 🎮 PS5 🍟 Philips Air Fryer 💨 Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer 🥤 Stanley Tumbler 🧹 Akitas Vacuum Cleaner 🧺 Steam Iron 🌏 Jacaranda Globe Crystal 🍲 Slow Cooker 💄 Wellcare LED Makeup Box 🖨 HP Printer 📸 Canon Photo Printer ✨ Ulike Air3 Hair Removal Device 🧱 LEGO Sets 💪 Goodlife Gym Bag + Water Bottle (x5) 🔥 Mountain Hotpot “Shishi Ruyi” Plush (x3) 🧧 Panda Delivery $30 Vouchers 🛒 Student Shopping Wagon (x2) 🐻 Graduation Teddy Bears (x5) 🏋️ Goodlife 3-Month Nationwide Gym Membership 🥤 2.28kg Protein Powder (x1) 🎀 LABUBU ⭐ Star Series Blind Box (x3) 📷 Mini Digital Camera 🎁 Panda Delivery Freshmen Gift Pack 🕷 Marvel Spider-Man Icon Lamp 🎁 Bupa Gift Pack ⌨ Vintage Typewriter Toy 🏫 JR Academy Sports Water Bottle … and many more exciting prizes! 🏷 Stamp Collection Challenge — New This Year! Visit participating booths. Complete mini activities. Collect stamps. Unlock bonus lucky draw entries and exclusive small gifts 🎁 This isn’t just about grabbing freebies — it’s about exploring, interacting, and having fun. 🎓 Study & Career Advice Zone Have questions about university life or your future? We’ve invited experienced mentors and industry professionals to help you with: 📚 Course planning 💼 Internship & part-time job advice 📝 Resume & interview tips 🛂 Migration & visa pathways 🏡 Student life survival tips Ask questions freely. This is your space. 🎁 5,000+ Free Gifts — First Come, First Served From student survival kits to brand merchandise, discount vouchers, gym passes, beauty experience cards, food samples, and practical lifestyle gifts — everyone walks away with something. Arrive early for the best selection. ⚠ Important Information • Online registration is mandatory • On-site check-in required to activate lucky draw eligibility • Friends must arrive together to claim group bonus tickets • Lucky draw tickets are electronic — no paper tickets  ### **🎟 How to Maximize Your Lucky Draw Chances** **Step 1: Register Online (Mandatory)** Only registered guests are eligible for the draw. 报名链接：**[\[Melbourne\] 2026 S1 Melbourne Tri-University New Student Festival](https://jiangren.com.au/events/698e91ace0fc334785c20650?source=Angela "https://jiangren.com.au/events/698e91ace0fc334785c20650?source=Angela")** **Step 2: Get Raffle Tickets** * **Standard Check-in:** 1 Ticket. * **Group of 3:** 2 Tickets each. * **Group of 5:** 3 Tickets each. * **Refer a Friend:** +1 Ticket per friend (Max 5). * **Social Media Share:** +2 Tickets (Share on WeChat Moments). * **Instagram/Red (Xiao Hong Shu) Post:** +1 to 3 Tickets (Tag #JR_Academy). * **Volunteers:** +2 Tickets. *Max 10 tickets per person. The more tickets, the higher your winning chance!* **⚠️ Important Notes:** * **Pre-registration is essential.** No ticket, no entry. * You must be present to win lucky draw prizes. * Bring your friends and arrive early to beat the queue! 🌟 **Thank You to the Consulate-General of the People’s Republic of China in Melbourne for Their Strong Support**🌟 💎 **Consulate-General of the People’s Republic of China in Melbourne** 💎 The Consulate-General of the People’s Republic of China in Melbourne is an important diplomatic mission of the Chinese government in Australia, representing China within its consular district. It is responsible for consular protection, external communication, and cooperation. ## 「Organizer」JR Academy 🌏 **The No.1 AI Learning Hub for Global Chinese** JR Academy is an AI-focused EdTech company specializing in IT education. We are dedicated to empowering the Chinese community in Australia to achieve breakthroughs in IT-related studies and careers. With **600+ top-tier mentors** and **700+ enterprise partners** across multiple IT domains, we provide hands-on project experience and career coaching. Through our strong social platforms, we have hosted **200+ events**, helping students pursue their IT career dreams. To date, we have supported students in securing **6,000+ offers** from **500+ global tech companies**. Whether in Chinese or English programs, JR Academy is committed to supporting students’ academic and professional growth. 🌟 Special Thanks to Our Supporting Partners 🌟 ## 「Diamond Partners」 ### Block Club Block Club focuses on crypto learning and networking. With active online discussions and regular offline meetups, the community emphasizes high-quality information sharing and insightful discussions. ### Ruiyuan Investment Group Ruiyuan Investment Group provides one-stop services for property sales, leasing, and asset management. During orientation season, we assist students in efficiently matching suitable properties, completing applications, signing leases, and settling in smoothly. We also support owner-occupiers and investors with furniture and appliance setup advice, helping you settle into Melbourne quickly and comfortably. ## 「Gold Partners」 ### ACIC Education & Migration Founded in 1988, ACIC is a globally recognized education consultancy and an official recruitment center for all Australian universities. ACIC has successfully helped over 100,000 students from 40+ countries study in Australia and supported tens of thousands in obtaining work visas and permanent residency. ### HungryPanda HungryPanda specializes in serving the global Chinese community through food delivery, retail, and grocery services — satisfying your Chinese cravings wherever you are. ### Bupa Bupa is a health and care company committed to helping people live longer, healthier, and happier lives. It offers a wide range of services including aged care, dental, optical, health insurance, and community wellbeing initiatives across Australia. ### Compass Education & Migration Founded in 2002, Compass is one of Australia’s largest local education and migration agencies, with 24 years of industry leadership. Services include: * Study abroad consulting * Career planning * Visa applications * Local employment guidance * Skilled migration * Employer-sponsored visas * Family reunion * Distinguished talent migration * Business & investment migration ### Fantuan Delivery Fantuan is a leading global lifestyle service platform connecting users and merchants through technology. From food delivery to grocery services, Fantuan aims to make life easier — “One Fantuan is all you need.” ### Mood Skin Lab A trendy skin management studio located in Melbourne CBD, offering 1:1 customized treatments combining advanced technology and professional injectable solutions. Specializing in acne, dullness, unstable skin conditions, and early aging concerns — creating natural, healthy, and youthful skin. More than a skincare space, it’s a popular urban healing destination. ### 2EZY 2EZY Driving School × Car Detailing Studio * Official bilingual instructors * Patient and supportive coaching * Professional car detailing & coating * Dashcam installation Learn driving and car care in one place! ### ICE U Founded in 2024, ICE U is Melbourne’s first innovative Sichuan sesame sauce BBQ brand. After multiple recipe refinements, it perfectly combines sesame sauce with authentic Sichuan flavors. Fresh skewers daily, with ingredients displayed openly for customers to choose — creating a truly unique Melbourne dining experience. ### Dawei Malatang Dawei Malatang — Australia’s popular Sichuan-style spicy hotpot. Self-select ingredients, convenient and full of flavor! ### Dealmoon ANZ Dealmoon ANZ is the Australia/New Zealand branch of the North American Dealmoon platform, serving the Chinese community with real-time promotions and discounts. Fashion, beauty, electronics, home goods — everything in one place. ### Jobpin AI Jobpin AI is an intelligent career platform leveraging artificial intelligence to revolutionize job searching and career development. Through advanced AI algorithms, it provides: * Personalized job matching * Resume optimization * Cover letter generation * Internal referral support Making job hunting more efficient, precise, and competitive. ### Amo Lumie Amo Lumie creates emotional value through fragrance, connecting people and spaces. The brand name combines the Latin words for “Love” and “Light,” symbolizing each candle as a source of warmth and illumination in daily life. ### Yeeyi Founded in 2006, Yeeyi is one of the most widely visited Chinese platforms in Australia. Providing reliable news and comprehensive lifestyle services across 40+ categories including housing, jobs, second-hand market, cars, pets, and more — serving as a digital community hub for Chinese Australians. 「Community Partners」 ### University of Melbourne Chinese Debating Group (CDG) Founded 29 years ago, CDG began as a small Chinese debating team and has grown into a large comprehensive student organization. Through decades of dedication, it continues to promote Chinese debate culture and intellectual exchange. ### Venture Club Melbourne The official venture capital club at the University of Melbourne. Dedicated to connecting innovation, entrepreneurship, and investment resources across Melbourne and beyond, providing students with early-stage investment knowledge and industry connections. ### Monash Chinese Student Association Officially recognized student association and the only one acknowledged by the Consulate’s Education Office. With five major departments and thousands of members, it supports students throughout their academic journey. ### RMIT Chinese Students & Scholars Association Founded in 1980, RMIT CSSA is a non-political, non-religious, non-profit organization recognized by the Consulate’s Education Office. It promotes cultural exchange and provides support to Chinese students and scholars in Melbourne. 「Corporate Participation Opportunity」 ## 2026 S1 Melbourne New Student Meet-up 📣 Sponsorship opportunities closing soon! Limited spots remaining! If you are looking to increase brand exposure, please contact: 📧 **business@jiangren.com.au** Or add us via WeChat (QR code below). ## 📍 Event Location **Drill Hall, Multicultural Hub** (Opposite Queen Victoria Market) 26 Therry St, Melbourne VIC 3000

❤ **!!MAC LIBRARY MEETUP 8 MARCH 2026 !!** ❤ EARLY BIRD RSVP TICKETS until 1 MARCH or FIRST 30 tickets- $15 Tickets thereafter - $18 This is our TYPICAL library event if you have not yet experienced one with us before ^_^v \>\>\>\>Strictly no drop ins will be allowed<<<< \>\>\>\>Tickets sell quickly\! Please do not wait to RSVP<<<< Connect with us on Discord for quick responses as there can be a multi day lag via Meetup messages: JOIN MAC DISCORD: [https://discord.gg/C3Ug63F](https://discord.gg/C3Ug63F) ❤**ANIME:** TBA ❤**DATE:** 8 MARCH 2026, SUNDAY ❤**TIME:** Meet at 3:00PM for 3:30PM START ❤**START PLACE:** THEATER ROOM (AKA PERFORMANCE SPACE) Docklands Library Main Building Top floor (Library at The Dock) **THE PLAN:** Arrivals take place from 3:00pm for a 3:30pm start!! We encourage you to mingle before our announcements> ice breakers and games > watch party > raffles > close. We will then head to Melb Central for dinner and some quick games afterwards. We encourage our members to support anime artists and producers by purchasing their movies or any full series should they wish to watch the endings. **Some insight for newer members:** It's a natural process to feel a little anxious attending a large event you have never experienced before. During sign ins our hosting team will naturally be busy however our meet & greet volunteers will do their best to say 'Hello' to everyone and perhaps connect you to others. If for some reason this does not happen (because it's really busy), don't fret! Our ice breaker games are designed to help everyone bond over a shared experience. You should expect adults having fun and letting lose whilst being challenged to push some comfort zones which we invite you to do as well! The games are suppose to be silly to help people come out of comfort zones and get to know someone new. We will then take a break to watch anime and we really do encourage you to stay for games after dinner which is when our team gets a breather and a good chance to get to know our newer members better in a quieter setting! We have witnessed many wonderful long term friendships formed at MAC amongst our members - We do hope you join us! **THANK YOU FOR YOUR DONATIONS** A big thank you to everyone who RSVPs - This money helps with the club's upkeep and hiring of the venue! We are completely NOT-FOR-PROFIT and we sincerely appreciate your contributions!! Raffle tickets will be available on the day to further support our MAC community!! ❤\*\*::MELBOURNE ANIME COMMUNITY ONLINE::\*\*❤ You can also join our online MAC Discord Server via the following link to discuss this event and have any of your questions answered. JOIN MAC DISCORD: [https://discord.gg/C3Ug63F](https://discord.gg/C3Ug63F) *Please follow the prompts and provide your FIRST NAME in our #introduce-yourself channel. Providing your real first name helps you build happy healthy long term friendships especially when meeting in person. If you are not able to provide this please kindly provide reasons to @superbec who can help assist.* **IMPORTANT TO KNOW** ❤Everyone is welcomed to MAC events. We ask that all attendees be polite, respectful, and kind to one another. We pride on genuine SAFE SPACE for any one and every one. Our community does not tolerate bad behavior and we are committed to stamping out bullying! If you see bad behavior disguised as "jokes" please call it out or contact the community leaders so we can address this and keep the community a safe space. For more information please see our POLICY on our Discord. JOIN MAC DISCORD: [https://discord.gg/C3Ug63F](https://discord.gg/C3Ug63F) ❤By RSVPing to our events, you automatically agree to our policy and your pictures taken at our events for promotional purposes. If this does not suit you, please let us know during sign in. ❤Our events have a strict 'Respectful Attendance' policy. This means our community will not tolerate drop ins or creation of concurrent events with MAC members during a live MAC event. This is in line with our creating-community values. ❤MAC is committed to being an inclusive space. Where a carer is required, a carer must attend and have a purchased ticket. This is to ensure that all individual needs of a participant can be met during an event. None of the organisers of the event are trained to provide special assistance. ❤\*Release and Indemnity. Please read carefully. This section contains a surrender of certain legal rights. Upon RSVPing to all MAC events, you hereby acknowledge and assume all of the risks in participating in the event and agree to release, waive indemnity, and not to sue Melbourne Anime Community along with any applicable organisers, hosts, and related personnel/venue spaces, and volunteers. 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After some great discussions using these cards, we just had to continue! "It isn't easy to get into a good conversation. Many of our best ones seem to have happened by chance. Far from it - we believe a great conversation always starts with someone asking a great question.” The School of Life's "Philosophical Questions For Curious Minds" cards contain questions designed to get a group of people into entertaining and meaningful conversations. This is a casual, social and fun event where we share our thoughts and experiences with a group. **Topics covered**: * Is there a God * What is the meaning of life? * What is real? * What is a society? Questions vary depending on the day and the table, based on the cards chosen by the audience. Please arrive hungry and thirsty so we can maintain a good relationship with the venue and continue hosting our events. \*\*\* Meaningful Discussions events take place in 11 countries and this will be our 151st event in Melbourne! :) Please be try to arrive on time if you can. This event will allow a thoughtful, respectful and engaging discussion. So if you're looking for open-minded, friendly and intelligent people, you've come to the right place!

Discover Kiro, AWS’s innovative development environment that adapts to your workflow. Whether you prefer specification-driven development or a more intuitive, vibe-based approach, Kiro empowers you to build applications your way. In this session, speakers will explore Kiro’s core functionality and its evolution through re:Invent 2025, along with demonstrations of prompts used to create APIs, hooks, and steering documents. In the latter part of the session, watch as we build a complete example from scratch, showcasing Kiro’s agentic AI workflow in action for spec-driven development and vibe coding. What You'll Learn - Core Kiro concepts and development philosophy Feature evolution: pre and post re:Invent 2025 Practical examples: API creation, hooks, and steering docs Live coding demonstration with real-time problem solving Who Should Attend - Developers, solutions architects, and technical leaders interested in modern AWS development tools and AI-assisted coding workflows. **Speakers Bio:** Matthew Jorat: Matthew Jorat is a Customer Solutions Manager at AWS with nearly three decades of expertise in AI, cloud transformation, migration, modernization, IT, technology, and business. His career spans infrastructure engineer, solutions architect, security auditor, customer success director, support and services director, and operations officer. He was an early adopter of AWS services as a customer, and his current role at AWS uniquely blends his technical and business skills as he partners with executive teams to translate strategic priorities into measurable business outcomes through cloud adoption, AI implementation, and operational excellence. Matt leads end-to-end AI initiatives for enterprise customers, identifying high-impact use cases and maintaining relentless focus on measurable ROI. He holds eight AWS certifications and serves as Adjunct Professor at Franklin University teaching cloud computing and AWS architecture. His expertise encompasses GenAI, agentic AI systems, migration, modernization, and optimization strategies that drive transformation at scale. [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattjorat/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattjorat/) Girish Bhatia: Girish Bhatia is a seasoned technology delivery leader with deep expertise in cross-domain program management. He holds multiple AWS certifications, including AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate, AWS Certified Developer – Associate, and AWS Generative AI Practitioner, and is also an AWS Community Builder. Girish brings over two decades of experience in the information technology industry. Throughout his career, Girish has led major technology-driven business transformation from modernizing on-premises applications to driving large-scale cloud migrations. His work includes API-based integration platforms, data-center and mainframe modernization, and enterprise cloud adoption initiatives. Based in Columbus, Ohio, Girish works at a tech-forward fintech company. He is passionate about AWS serverless architectures, Generative AI and emerging cloud technologies. An avid learner and builder, he continues to explore and apply the latest innovations in AWS to help organizations accelerate their digital transformation. https://www.linkedin.com/in/girishbhatia/[https://www.linkedin.com/in/girishbhatia/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/girishbhatia/) **THANK YOU** *Franklin University* for hosting our meetup! To learn more about *Franklin University*, please visit their website: https://www.franklin.edu/ **DIRECTIONS** Franklin University Fisher Hall 300 E. Main St, Columbus, OH 43215 Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/jxjBA2hUmS5qrvhq8 Parking is FREE! Please park in Lot C in front of Fisher Hall. See attached map. NOTE: Map the address only. When mapping with Google Maps it may use the Fisher Hall at OSU, which is NOT correct. **Want to sponsor the pizza and/or bar tab?** Please contact me if you would like to sponsor this meetup's pizza and/or bar tab: angelo@mandato.com

Christians in Tech is a community at the intersection of faith and technology. Our meetups are designed to spark meaningful conversations, promote knowledge sharing, and encourage growth—both in your career and your spiritual walk with God. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your tech journey, CIT welcomes you. Our Website [https://linktr.ee/citcbus](https://linktr.ee/citcbus) Sponsors and Partners * Improving (Venue Sponsor) * Bethel World Prayer Center (Fiscal Sponsor) * Fruits & Roots (Coffee Partner)

Christians in Tech is a community at the intersection of faith and technology. Our meetups are designed to spark meaningful conversations, promote knowledge sharing, and encourage growth—both in your career and your spiritual walk with God. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your tech journey, CIT welcomes you. Our Website [https://linktr.ee/citcbus](https://linktr.ee/citcbus) Sponsors and Partners * Improving (Venue Sponsor) * Bethel World Prayer Center (Fiscal Sponsor) * Fruits & Roots (Coffee Partner)

We will show a variety of methods for building agents that run in Microsoft Foundry. This covers the different types of agents: Prompt, Multi, and Hosted, as well as the development lifecycle using evals and traces.

Window functions have nothing to do with the Windows operating system but provide a “window” to a result set when used in SQL queries. They are powerful, set-based methods to view data in unexpected ways. Window functions provide easy, set-based solutions to solve some common problems: * Using running totals * Performing operations in intervals * Identifying data gaps and islands * Performing aggregates without losing detail Many people are confused by window functions and do not know how to use them properly. This session will explore window functions, how they work, and how to use them. Demonstrations with several examples will solidify how window functions can simplify queries and make them more powerful.

Columbus Code & Coffee is an inclusive, informal co-working session. People of all skill levels attend, and we love it that way. Many people (optionally) bring projects to work on, and many other people (optionally) socialize the entire time. It's entirely up to you! **What to Expect at the Intro Circle** \~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~ Near the beginning of the event (1:30 pm), we do a standup: * Organizer announcements, updates, and logistics Round 1 - (7 secs max): * Your name * What you're working on * What you can help others with Round 2: * Community events you wanna plug. If none, that's cool too. Round 3: * Job opportunities you're hiring for OR announce that you are looking for one. If none, that's cool. After the introduction circle, everything is self-organized! Feel free to work alone, pair up, attend one of our workshops/presentations, or mingle!

Drake Lundstrom is presenting: Code Anywhere by Talking to your Phone Abstract: Have you heard the trend of people deploying code anywhere from checkout lines to doctors' offices? In this talk, you will learn how to talk to your phone and have an app on Azure to show your friend 5 minutes later. The basic DevOps tools you already know, plus a little bit of AI magic, are all you need! If you want to follow along, the demo will be in Azure with GitHub Actions and GitHub Copilot, and you can have it set up on your phone by the end of the session. Just come in with an Azure account and a GitHub repo. Join us for pizza, drinks, and networking @ Improving's office. Doors open at 5:45.