3D Printing Sydney

3D Print Your Next Project! (Contour 3D) + Duplex (Zahir Hussain)

**\*\*\*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/uMvs](https://propdev.info/uMvs) 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 (Sydney time) to 'Mingle With The Expert' **Virtual:** 2pm (Sydney time) **INTRODUCING THE INDUSTRY EXPERT:** *3D Print Your Next Project! Contour 3D (Nick Holden)* If you’ve ever looked at a construction project and thought, “There has to be a faster, cheaper way to build this…” … you’re not alone. For many small to medium property developers, rising construction costs, labour shortages, project delays, and shrinking margins are making development projects harder than ever to deliver profitably. A project can stack up on paper… until builder availability becomes an issue, costs blow out, and timelines stretch months beyond expectations. What makes it worse is that most developers have little visibility into the technologies that are rapidly changing the future of construction. As a result, many developers continue using traditional building methods without understanding what alternatives are emerging… and how they could create a competitive advantage. At our next Property Developer Network Sunday Session, **Nick Holden** from **Contour 3D** will explore one of the biggest innovations the building industry has seen in decades: 3D-printed construction. Nick will cover: • How 3D-printed construction actually works • The technology behind Contour 3D's building systems • The benefits and limitations of 3D-printed homes • How automation is changing construction delivery • The potential impact on costs, labour, and project timelines • What property developers need to know about the future of building This is a fascinating opportunity to get an inside look at the next generation of construction technology and understand how it could reshape the way development projects are delivered. If you want to stay ahead of industry change and understand what's coming next in residential construction, don't miss this session. **INTRODUCING THE REAL DEAL:** 𝘋𝘶𝘱𝘭𝘦𝘹 (𝘡𝘢𝘩𝘪𝘳 𝘏𝘶𝘴𝘴𝘢𝘪𝘯) 𝟨𝟢𝟢𝘮𝟤,𝘙𝟤, 𝘙𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘵𝘰𝘯𝘦, 𝘕𝘦𝘸 𝘚𝘰𝘶𝘵𝘩 𝘞𝘢𝘭𝘦𝘴 You've found a promising site. The feasibility looks solid. The market is moving in the right direction. Everything appears to be lining up for a successful duplex project. Then reality kicks in. Council approvals take longer than expected. The design process becomes more complicated. Site works cost more than anticipated. Retaining walls, cut and fill, consultant challenges and delays start eating into your timeline and budget. If you've ever experienced unexpected hurdles during a development, you're not alone. That's exactly what 𝗭𝗮𝗵𝗶𝗿 𝗛𝘂𝘀𝘀𝗮𝗶𝗻 faced on this 𝗗𝘂𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘅 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁. The difference? He didn't panic when things became more difficult than expected. He stayed focused on the market, managed the challenges as they arose, and kept his eye firmly on the end result. Despite the setbacks, Zahir successfully navigated the project and achieved a profitable exit. In this session, Zahir will walk you through: • The key challenges that turned a straightforward duplex into a more complex project • Lessons learned from a difficult DA process and extended timelines • The risks of relying too heavily on a single consultant or designer • How underestimated site costs impacted the project and what he'd do differently next time • Why actively monitoring the market helped protect the project's profitability If you're planning a duplex, subdivision or small-scale development, this Real Deal presentation will give you a genuine look at what happens when a project doesn't go exactly as planned and how to successfully work through it. Practical. Honest. Packed with lessons from the real world. ***A session you don’t want to Miss!*** ***Join us for this event and progress your property journey forward in our very unique Mastermind process!*** See you all soon!

International Conference on Computational Design and Robotic Fabrication

FINAL days of registrations! Registrations for the keynote sessions of the CDRF2026 [DigitalFUTURES World](https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/pYxbClxwr8szOMWJt4fnczNPNk?domain=linkedin.com/ "https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/pYxbClxwr8szOMWJt4fnczNPNk?domain=linkedin.com/") conference will close tomorrow night. This is a rare CPD opportunity to engage with an exceptional line-up of keynote speakers, addressing some of the most pressing and transformative questions in architectural education and practice. Topics include: 'The Edge of Architecture' Prof [Christiane M Herr](https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/ToL5C1WZJVHEnZrysGhKcVt0bO?domain=linkedin.com/ "https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/ToL5C1WZJVHEnZrysGhKcVt0bO?domain=linkedin.com/"), [Southern University of Science and Technology](https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/IVx_C2xZKGsEKmLqsBiJc5q_g5?domain=linkedin.com/ "https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/IVx_C2xZKGsEKmLqsBiJc5q_g5?domain=linkedin.com/") 'Governing AI by Design' Dr [Sue Keay](https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/gcFZC3Q8LYFR74j1HDsRcQpivk?domain=linkedin.com/ "https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/gcFZC3Q8LYFR74j1HDsRcQpivk?domain=linkedin.com/"), [UNSW AI Institute](https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/gpJpC4QZMWF7Y8ZNsVtjc4T9SE?domain=linkedin.com/ "https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/gpJpC4QZMWF7Y8ZNsVtjc4T9SE?domain=linkedin.com/") [UNSW](https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/dnFmC5QZNAFWglymc8u5ckTlvl?domain=linkedin.com/ "https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/dnFmC5QZNAFWglymc8u5ckTlvl?domain=linkedin.com/") 'Creating an Industry–Academic Nexus to Tackle Urgent, Systemic Challenges in the ADE Industry' [Kathlyn Loseby](https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/H5l5C6X1OYTGVWR2cBC3c5r01R?domain=linkedin.com/ "https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/H5l5C6X1OYTGVWR2cBC3c5r01R?domain=linkedin.com/"), [PTW](https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/kpRZC71ZPDFWERr5c2F5coXKP8?domain=linkedin.com/ "https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/kpRZC71ZPDFWERr5c2F5coXKP8?domain=linkedin.com/") 'Integrative Computational Design and Construction for Transformative Architecture' [Achim Menges](https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/7ar2C81ZQXFwOkmVIEHjcyjVLW?domain=linkedin.com/ "https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/7ar2C81ZQXFwOkmVIEHjcyjVLW?domain=linkedin.com/"), [Institute for Computational Design and Construction (ICD)](https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/SYotC91Z03FYROJyTQIJcq7ay3?domain=linkedin.com/ "https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/SYotC91Z03FYROJyTQIJcq7ay3?domain=linkedin.com/") [University of Stuttgart](https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/XXFNC0YZGAhrJynOfpS6c9w5m9?domain=linkedin.com/ "https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/XXFNC0YZGAhrJynOfpS6c9w5m9?domain=linkedin.com/") 'Mind and Matter: Circular Intelligence in Physical AI for Architecture' [Philip F. Yuan](https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/Aa96CgZom7sYPBvXTxTOc4kZTK?domain=linkedin.com/ "https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/Aa96CgZom7sYPBvXTxTOc4kZTK?domain=linkedin.com/"), [Tongji University](https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/hCFpCjZrpAsylOzLcJUGcmX9-a?domain=linkedin.com/ "https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/hCFpCjZrpAsylOzLcJUGcmX9-a?domain=linkedin.com/") The keynote sessions are also offered as formal CPD points, providing both intellectual and professional value. If you’ve been meaning to register, don’t miss the opportunity to be part of these critical conversations shaping the future of our field. Further information and registrations via [https://lnkd.in/gepDMb8D](https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/WtrjCk8vq6FqYwDVIzcmcGBbD8?domain=lnkd.in "https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/WtrjCk8vq6FqYwDVIzcmcGBbD8?domain=lnkd.in")

Kingsgrove to Padstow (9 km)

Enshittification and the Power of Platforms: Is There a Way Out?

Ever wonder why so many digital services you rely on seem to be getting simultaneously worse and more expensive? More ads. Sponsored search results. Subscription creep. Auto‑renew traps. Dubious 'surge' charges. Sneaky fees. Forced sign-ins. Cancel buttons hidden. There's a term for this phenomenon: enshittification — the gradual degradation of platforms that once seemed like technological miracles offering us convenience, connection, and democratisation. But enshittification - the Macquarie Dictionary’s Word of the Year for 2024 - is just the surface symptom of something far more corrosive. Beneath the declining user experience lies a fundamental reshaping of our economy where a handful of tech platforms have positioned themselves as inescapable gatekeepers, extracting unprecedented wealth from workers, businesses, and consumers while accumulating dangerous concentrations of power — what some are now calling technofeudalism. What happened to the internet's promise of widespread prosperity and a stronger democracy? How did we end up locked into systems that seem designed to serve everyone except us? And most importantly: what can we do about it? Come join us for a vital conversation about reclaiming our digital future and building an economy that works for everyone, not just the platform owners. **Book: *Enshittification – Why Everything Suddenly Got Worse and What to Do About It* (2025) by Cory Doctorow** **Book (Alternative): *The Age of Extraction – How Tech Platforms Conquered the Economy and Threaten Our Future Prosperity* (2025) by Tim Wu** **Pdf Resource:** ***[Infographics and Summary Tables](https://1drv.ms/b/c/adb4f7488b2eef0a/IQB0CITwHhHJSaFBbJDhZmMEAcDSAace_BN1Q6aSYILezCI?e=edqfP9)*** (A prepared document of selected ideas from the two books) This month you have two options to read depending on your preference towards the level of analysis, style of writing, and your ease in accessing the book. *Enshittification: Why Everything Suddenly Got Worse and What to Do About It* by Cory Doctorow is a punchy, provocative, and highly readable take on why so many digital platforms seem to decline over time. Doctorow, who coined the term ‘enshittification’, argues that platforms follow a predictable lifecycle—starting out user-focused, then shifting to business customers, and finally extracting for themselves—in each stage squeezing the group it previously courted. The book is fast-paced, example-rich, and written in an accessible, almost conversational style, making it ideal if you enjoy sharp arguments, memorable concepts, and contemporary tech critique. It’s particularly appealing for readers who like books that spark immediate reactions and connect directly to everyday experiences online. *The Age of Extraction* by Tim Wu takes a broader, more analytical approach. Wu situates the problems of digital platforms within a larger historical and economic pattern, arguing that we are living in an “age of extraction” where powerful actors systematically draw value from users, workers, and society. The tone is more measured and reflective, with a focus on big-picture thinking and long-term trends. This book will appeal to readers who enjoy connecting ideas across economics, history, and politics, and who prefer a more structured, conceptual framework over a punchy polemic. Please read one (or both), depending on your interests. *The Age of Extraction* is 226 pages (or 6 hours) and *Enshittification* is 340 pages (or 10 hours, not available on Audible but is available on other platforms). Join us for a drink (and optional meal) at 6:30pm on Monday, 6th July, on the 2nd floor of the Keg & Brew Hotel in Surrey Hills (i.e. up two flights of stairs). The venue is conveniently located near Central Station and the Light Rail. Bring along an example of an app or digital service you used to really like that has since become enshittified—something you can have a quick rant about to kick off the conversation! 😊 Hope to see you there! P.S. Please adjust your RSVP if you have indicated that you will come but are no longer able to do so. This is courteous to other people if there is a waitlist. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- These are just optional links to consider to supplement the reading of the books. Feel free to pass on other useful links in the discussion section. **Videos & Podcasts** * Two-for-one: Cory Doctorow and Tim Wu together! (Curiously, as kids they were classmates in the same small primary school in Toronto!): [The Ezra Klein Show – We Didn't Ask for This Internet (1.5hrs)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yepnhe1T-9U&t) [The Oxford Internet Institute - Enshittification and Extraction (1.5hrs)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CkYxMQJ9c94) * Cory Doctorow Interviews: [Prospect Magazine (28mins)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i9XRREj1DSo&t) [Doctorow on The Daily Show (15 mins)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d2e-c9SF5nE) [The Guardian (24 mins)](https://www.theguardian.com/news/audio/2025/nov/24/enshittification-how-we-got-the-internet-no-one-asked-for-podcast) * Tim Wu Interviews: [The Majority Report (40 mins)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BpnMk3IhV6U) [The Commonwealth Club (1 hour)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0mRvMEzjTVw) * Explainer Video: [Why Every App is Getting Worse on Purpose (10 mins)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bjEGRXVKQCQ) **Written** * Pdf Resource: [Infographics and Summary Tables](https://1drv.ms/b/c/adb4f7488b2eef0a/IQB0CITwHhHJSaFBbJDhZmMEAcDSAace_BN1Q6aSYILezCI?e=edqfP9) (A prepared document of selected ideas from the two books) * Enshittification Summaries and Reviews: [Wikipedia summary of Enshittification](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Enshittification) [Transcript of Doctorow Lecture on Enshittification](https://doctorow.medium.com/my-mcluhan-lecture-on-enshittification-ea343342b9bc) [CounterFire Book Review ](https://www.counterfire.org/article/enshittification-why-everything-suddenly-got-worse-and-what-to-do-about-it-book-review/) * The Age of Extraction Reviews [Prospect Book Review](https://prospect.org/2025/12/10/internets-tollbooth-operators-wu-review/) [HowAustraliaReallyWorks Book Review](https://www.howaustraliareallyworks.com/2026/02/book-summary-age-of-extraction-how-tech.html) [Washington Monthly Book Review](https://washingtonmonthly.com/2025/11/02/age-of-extraction-tim-wu/)

Sip & Paint WINTER EDITION

❄️🎨 SIP & PAINT WITH A BAY VIEW – WINTER EDITION 🍷✨ Escape into a cozy winter morning overlooking beautiful Mosman Bay and join us for a special Christmas in July inspired Sip & Paint experience. Enjoy a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere with: • Painting session by the water • Homemade Italian food • Wine, drinks & coffee included • Warm winter vibes, candles & bay views • No experience needed – everyone is welcome Whether you come with friends, your partner, or by yourself, this is the perfect way to slow down, connect, create, and enjoy a unique Sydney winter experience. 📍 Mosman Bay, Sydney 🗓 Sunday, 19 July ⏰ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM 🎟 TICKETS HERE: [Book Your Tickets Now](https://events.humanitix.com/sip-and-paint-bay-view-mosman-or-winter-special-edition/tickets?utm_source=chatgpt.com) Limited spots available. ✨

Claude Code from Zero to Hero 201: Turn Messy Work Into Smart Workflows

The professionals who get the most out of AI aren't using it as a smarter search engine, they've taught it their workflow. In this hands-on 201 workshop, you'll build reusable Claude "skills", connect the tools you already use, and automate the recurring tasks that eat your calendar. Less busywork. Better output. More time for the work that matters. **What You'll Do** * Turn a messy spreadsheet into a polished, presentable report in minutes, that frustrating kind that usually eats your afternoon. * Build a reusable skill: your personalised workflow that Claude executes on demand without re-prompting. * Connect the tools you already use, calendar, social, messaging, so it helps where your work actually happens. * Set up a recurring digest or weekly summary that arrives without you lifting a finger. **You'll Walk Out With** * A polished work output created during the session. * A reusable workflow you can apply again. * A stronger understanding of how AI can reduce repetitive work. * More confidence turning information into useful business outputs. * A practical next step toward automation. **Who This Is For** * Working professionals who deal with reports, admin, documents or research. * Consultants and freelancers who want to produce better outputs faster. * Founders and operators who want to streamline repeat work. * People who have tried AI and want to use it more systematically. * Anyone with basic AI experience who wants to move from prompting to a Claude Code based workflow design. * 101 is helpful, but not required. You can drop into 201 directly if you already have basic confidence using AI tools. **Event Details** **📅 Tuesday 21 July 2026** **🕕 6:00–8:30 PM** **📍 Western Sydney Startup Hub, 5 Fleet Street, North Parramatta** **🎯 Level 201 · Intermediate · Basic AI familiarity helpful** **Tickets** **$29 per session ($19 for Early-Bird).** No prerequisite, each session stands alone. Attending all three gives you the full arc from setup to full autonomous workflows. **Included:** * Laptop access during the workshop & Claude and AI access ready to use (Worth $20). * Guided hands-on exercises. * Practical examples for real work. * Support and love from the WSTI team. * Bring your own laptop and Claude Pro licence if you prefer, but you do not need to. Less admin chaos. More workflow magic. More time for the work that lights you up. Grab your ticket and walk out with a reusable AI workflow you can put to work the very next day ✨

Topshot Sunday Badminton Meetup

Join us for a fun and social doubles badminton meetup on a relaxing Sunday morning. Whether you are a seasoned player or looking to improve your skills, this event is perfect for players of all levels. Meet other badminton enthusiasts in a friendly and welcoming atmosphere, where you can enjoy some friendly competition and make new friends. This event is great for both casual play and more serious matches, all while enjoying the company of fellow badminton lovers. Don't miss out on the opportunity to play some great badminton and socialize with like-minded individuals. See you on the court! We meet up on a weekly basis playing badminton at NBC (National Badminton Centre). We have a booking of 6 courts from 10am - noon. Price will be ***$22 (Cash)*** per person for the session which includes court hire and shuttlecocks. Friendly atmosphere is free of charge =) p.s. Sports attire and indoor court shoes are mandatory. See you at the courts!

FPGA/ASIC Meetup Sydney

**Welcome to FPGA/ASIC Meetup Sydney!** Open to anyone working with or interested in FPGAs, ASICs, and embedded systems, whether in industry, studying, building projects, or just curious. No gatekeeping 😎 This is a casual evening focused on meeting others in the space. No talks or presentations, just good conversation over a drink. We’ll be upstairs at the Botany View Hotel. There are beers on tap and great pub food. See you there!

Immersive Signal EP2

Hey everyone! **Immersive Signal is back** **for EP2** this time at **NeonDynamo**. Join us for an evening of immersive industry talks, creative exchange, and AV performance, bringing together artists, producers, scientists, sound artists, studios, and technologists working across light, projection, public space, biotech, installation, performance, and new media. Following the energy of our first edition, we’re continuing the mission: to build a stronger, more connected immersive creative community in Sydney, one that brings local talent into the same room, opens up space for collaboration, and connects Sydney’s scene with bigger global conversations. For this edition, we’re inviting speakers from across different corners of the immersive world, from Vivid Sydney production and biotech research to sound, public art, installation, and experiential design. **Speakers** Melanie Horkan, Producer of Vivid Sydney Heath Campanaro, CEO, NeonDynamo Dr Sean O’Donoghue, Biotech Scientist, UNSW Sydney Phondupe, Composer & Sound Artist Adela Lines & Simone Chua, Amigo & Amigo More to come… **Plus AV performance** **Presented by JŪ YU Lab** with Melanie Horkan and Susan Kosti **07/07** **6 PM** **NeonDynamo** **Free event** Come through, meet people, share ideas, and help shape the next wave of Sydney’s immersive scene.

Claude Code from Zero to Hero 101: Get AI to Handle Your Inbox & Writing

You've probably tried AI before, to rewrite an email, summarise a document, or deal with admin. Sometimes it was impressive. Sometimes it missed the point. Most of the time, you still had to clean it up yourself. Claude Code helps you build a personalised assistant that understands your context, writes closer to your voice, and supports the everyday tasks that quietly drain your time. **What You'll Do** * Set up Claude Code from scratch, no background needed, no subscriptions to sort out beforehand. * Connect a live inbox and have it draft replies in your voice and sign-off style. * Build a 'second brain', a personal context file so it never forgets how you work. * Walk out with emails and documents that are ready to send, not rough drafts to fix. * Learn to stay in control: choosing the right model, safety basics, and confidence to keep using it after tonight. **You'll Walk Out With** * A practical Claude Code assistant setup you can keep building on. * More confidence using AI for real work. * Emails and documents that are closer to ready-to-send, not rough drafts you still need to rescue. **Who This Is For** * Working professionals who want to save time on emails and documents. * Freelancers and consultants who want sharper writing workflows. * Founders and small business owners who want practical AI confidence. * Uni students and early-career professionals who want workplace-ready AI skills. * Anyone who's curious and wants a clear starting point with Claude. * You do not need to be technical. Claude Code is the tool, but the real skill is learning how to think, write and work with AI. **Event Details** **📅 Tuesday 14 July 2026** **🕕 6:00–8:30 PM** **📍 Western Sydney Startup Hub, 5 Fleet Street, North Parramatta** **🎯 Level 101 · Novice · No background needed** **Tickets** **$29 drop-in. ($19 Early-bird)** No prerequisite, each session stands alone. Attending all three gives you the full arc from setup to full autonomous workflows. **What You Will Get** * Laptop access during the workshop & Claude and AI access ready to use. * Guided hands-on exercises. * Practical examples for everyday work. * Support and love from the WSTI team. * Bring your own laptop and Claude Pro licence if you prefer, but you do not need to. 🚀 **Ready to stop experimenting with AI and start using it properly?** Book your spot and build your first Claude Code assistant with us. 🌊 **We'd love to have you on board for this next wave of practical AI.**

Automate Your Social Media and Content Creation with AI Agents

Until 11th July, early-bird tickets for $39 are available. Tickets will be $49 thereafter. If the event is sold out and you want to join, get the tickets on Eventbrite: [https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/automate-your-social-media-and-content-creation-with-ai-agents-tickets-1991020686470](https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/automate-your-social-media-and-content-creation-with-ai-agents-tickets-1991020686470) **Overview** Spending hours on content every week? Build AI Content & Social Media Agents in this 2.5-hour hands-on workshop at WSTI. > **"I spend hours every week on content — and still hate what I post."** Sound familiar? You're running the wrong engine. In this 2-hour hands-on workshop, you'll build an AI Content and Social Media Agent that captures the voice of the business and turns content from a weekly grind into a 30-minute Monday morning. Walk in curious. Walk out with a working AI Agent. **What You'll Walk Out With** * A working AI Content and Social Media Agent built during the session * Hands-on experience setting it up on a real business scenario * A clear understanding of the resources and next steps to apply this to your own business **Who This Is For** * SMEs falling behind on content and social media * Founders who know marketing matters but can't find the time * Anyone curious about how Western Sydney SMEs are already running on Agentic AI **What to Expect** * **Background** — what Agentic AI is and how it transforms brand and social media work * **Demo** — a live walk-through with a real business scenario * **Hands-on Project** — build your own AI Agent at the table * **Next Steps** — how to take this further **Run on AI Agents Series — June 2026** * **Sat 6 Jun** · Automate Your Business Operations with AI Agents * **Sat 13 Jun** · Automate Your Content Creation and Social Media with AI Agents * **Sat 20 Jun** · Automate Your Sales Pipeline with AI Agents * **Sat 27 Jun** · Automate Your Business with AI Agents — AI OS Build Day *(full-day flagship)* **FAQ** *Do I need to know anything about AI before I come?* No. We start from "I've heard of ChatGPT" level. If you can use email, you can do this. *Do I need to bring a laptop?* No — WSTI provides a workstation for project activity. Bring your own if you'd like to keep tinkering afterward. *What platform do you use?* We work with Claude Code and Claude Cowork — the same approach can be applied with other Agentic AI tools and platforms too. *Do I need an AI licence to join?* No — WSTI provides everything you need to use during the workshop. **Notice of Photography and Filming** By entering this event, you acknowledge that photography, audio, and video recording may occur. Your attendance constitutes your consent to be photographed, filmed, and/or recorded and to the release, publication, exhibition, or reproduction of such media for promotional purposes by Western Sydney Tech Innovators (WSTI). If you prefer not to be photographed or recorded, please inform a WSTI team member upon arrival. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Physical AI Meetup

Hear 3 expert talks, take the mic for an AI/hardware demo or announcement, and connect over pizza & drinks. **Entry information:** A free [Eventbrite Registration](https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/physical-ai-meetup-sydney-tickets-1992904019570?aff=oddtdtcreator) is required – tickets will be checked at the door. A big thanks to our venue partner, [UTS Startups](https://www.uts.edu.au/for-students/current-students/support/opportunities/uts-startups) – the home of Sydney’s best emerging startups at the heart of the Tech Central precinct. **Take the mic at our community open mic.** Share a quick demo, prototype, or announcement – whether it's AI, hardware, or something you're building. All welcome. **Agenda:** **6:00 \- 6:30 pm \| Check\-in\, Pizza & Networking** Please have your Eventbrite ticket ready at check-in – then enjoy pizza, drinks, and time to connect with other attendees. **6:30 \- 6:35 pm \| Welcome & Intro** Hear a short welcome from the organiser. **6:35 \- 7:00 pm \| Talk 1: Quantum Neural Networks** * **Speaker:** Dr. Michael Walker (Chief Quantum & Science Officer, AIRoboticx) **7:00 \- 7:25 pm \| Talk 2: Building Intelligent Edge Systems with Agentic AI** * **Speaker:** Dr. Joe Peng (Senior RSM for ANZ, AMD) **7:25 \- 7:50 pm \| Talk 3: Edge AI for aged\-care home monitoring** * **Speaker:** Megan Madden (Director for Market Strategy, ANSCENTER) **7:50 \- 8:00 pm \| Community Open Mic** Short informal shares – demo, prototype, or quick announcement (hiring, collaboration, project updates). 1-2 minutes each. **8:00 pm \| Wrap\-up & Networking** Any further Q&As and chats will happen here. Join ANZ's largest community of practitioners building where AI meets hardware.