Amateur Radio Sydney

SSP WED - Northside Photography Chat; Getting to a Monochromatic Film Look

Meet for chat over a drink and snack or dinner. Tonight, we will discuss getting a film look to your street photography images whilst still using a digital camera. If you wish to discuss any aspects of your camera or photography technique, please bring the manual and your camera. Bring your laptop with your editing software installed & I will bring a laptop with Lightroom Classic installed. We can discuss any aspect of editing your images. Most image editors are similar, so even if using a different editor, the techniques are similar, mainly due to the menu system. Feel free to bring image(s) on a usb stick, SD, microSD memory card or an iPhone that supports Airdrop. Using Lightroom we can work on extracting the story of the image. If you want photo critique, pls bring print, or full size images, preferably not resized, on a usb stick, SD, microSD memory card or an iPhone that supports Airdrop. Please do not ask for a critique on images displayed on a mobile phone, too small a display to be critical. More info on the venue here chatswoodrsl.com.au Plenty of free parking available nearby as well as the bus stop at the door or metro & rail just 50m away.

Ch.4 How to DEMO - Amateur Vibe Code Club

We made it to chapter 4 of the Amateur Vibe Code Club wahoo! save the date: Wednesday 28rd October, State Library NSW. Special presentation session \~6–7pm, and we'll hang around till 8, if it's your first time here, welcome! The aim of the Amateur Vibe Code Club is to create a small tight-knit community of people who enjoy tinkering with, or are interested in getting involved with, AI, vibe coding, and exploring the latest tech. This chapter is titled How to DEMO! Have the perfect idea or product that you are working on but don't know how to get it off the ground?? For those new to the world of product develop, AI or just sales this is for you. In this session we breakdown the basics of demoing your product to friend or even potential clients. This session will be run by our very own member Amandeep! **Rough Agenda:** 15 minute intros → 1 hour focus session → 30 minutes networking/ presentations **what we'll get into during the focus session:** * What is a demo and why it is critical to the success * The anatomy of a great demo + pro tips to nail it * Seeing it live - a real tech demo walkthrough * Your turn have a crack and demo something yourself * Q&A see you there!

Retro Karaoke @ Bexley RSL

Date My Mate @ Harbord Diggers - 30 Oct

**Friend-powered dating** — where mates gets on the mic and pitch their single friends to the room. **NEW VENUE** **Friday 30 October, doors 6pm, Harbord Diggers, Freshwater.** **HOW IT WORKS** A friend takes the mic for two or three minutes with a short slide deck about why you're a catch. It's funny, it's flattering, and it's a lot less awkward than talking yourself up. Then everyone mingles — you just go up and say "Hi, I liked your pitch". ALL WELCOME. Singles and non-singles alike. Singles get a green wristband and everyone else gets an orange wristband! **TICKETS** — booked on our site, not through Meetup: [https://datemymate.au/events/harborddiggers](https://datemymate.au/events/harborddiggers?utm_source=meetup&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=harborddiggers-oct-2026&utm_content=description) • MINGLE $49 — Admits one. Come and enjoy the show. Mingle afterwards • PITCH $89 — Admits two. A mate pitches a friend or two mates pitch each other. All tickets include your first two drinks. Please note: an RSVP on Meetup does not hold you a spot. Questions? Message us here on IG [@datemymate_au](https://www.instagram.com/datemymate_au/) or email [hello@datemymate.au](mailto:hello@datemymate.au)

28th October - Automobiles

The theme this month is automobiles. Suggested by our member who has the most..... Happy to have any song about cars, driving, motorbikes, and even a song about your Tesla if you have one.. Let your imagination run wild, As per recent months, if you can find the song you have in mind on Jim's Songbook, that would be great. . https://ozbcoz.com/Songs/ You can also try: https://scorpexuke.com/songs/ this site claims over 32,000,000 song downloads!! WOW... https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/ is also great for modern songs, it can provide a backing track to practice with, and change key. Have your songs to me EARLY or risk missing out. If we fill the roster before then, it will be closed. I am going to change the format a little. We will spend the first 20 minutes working on some performance songs. There is a lot we can do to entertain our audiences. May even share some video of the recent performance at the Spring Fair to demonstrate. I will limit the number of leader songs to 16 to allow time for the performance part. So 1 or 2 songs only please. If we have time then we can add any you have in reserve. PLEASE NOTE the monthly fee has increased to $10.

Speed Friending at Nauti Studios

Speed Friending in Sydney
Make Real Friends (Without the Awkward Small Talk!) **Purchase your ticket here:** **[TICKETS](https://nautistudios.com.au/nauti-studios-event-sydney-glebe/p/sydney-speed-friending-glebe)** Looking to meet new people in Sydney and make real, lasting friendships without awkward bar chats, dating apps, or spending a fortune? Welcome to Speed Friending, a fun, friendly social event for adults in Sydney who want genuine connection in a relaxed, creative setting. **What Happens on the Night?** You’ll arrive at our massive creative artists’ warehouse in Glebe, one of Sydney’s best hidden venues, and then throughout the evening: * You’ll be matched with people who share similar interests. * You’ll rotate through fun games and creative activities. * Some activities are one-on-one, others are small-group based. * And the focus is on doing something together, not awkward chatting. Even if you don’t instantly click with everyone, the activities keep things easy, playful, and enjoyable — and you will meet a few kindred spirits. We wrap up with an open social hang, so you can continue chatting with the people you connected with most. **What Do You Need to Bring?** Just yourself and an open mind.
No pressure. No expectations. No performance.
BYO drinks and snacks if you’d like to. **How to Join** Purchase your ticket here: **[TICKETS](https://nautistudios.com.au/nauti-studios-event-sydney-glebe/p/sydney-speed-friending-glebe)** Then fill out our short questionnaire so we can get a bit of an idea about you and match you with people you’re most likely to vibe with! **When & Where** **Nauti Studios in Glebe, Sydney** [(here)](https://maps.app.goo.gl/13rkg1pvdPXeS7Xb9) Last Tuesday of every month
**6:30 – 8:00 pm** Come once, or make it your monthly ritual! You’re welcome as often as you like. **Why People Love Speed Friending!** * One of the most unique things to do in Sydney for adults * Affordable, alcohol-optional, and welcoming * Designed for real connection, not surface-level mingling * Held in a creative, unique and inspiring space

4 DAY BIRD Photography Retreat- Booking with Link Below

**Join us for a 4 day and 3 night birding workshop while exploring some of the south coast's most beautiful locations.** We will cover locations and bird species in both coastal, mountainous and wetland areas where we have the potential to see and photograph over 200 species of birdlife in natural habitat. Bird Photography poses different approaches depending on bird species and the seasons and every time you venture out, weather and nature will influence each experience.This ensures Bird Photography is always a unique opportunity to observe wildlife at its best, make connections with nature and capture some amazing imagery. **BOOK** $660 deposit [https://theapertureclub.com.au/bird-photography-4-day-workshop-berry/](https://theapertureclub.com.au/bird-photography-4-day-workshop-berry/) **YOU WILL LEARN** * Planning for the shoot * using your equipment * camera settings * lighting and composition * how and where to focus * top tips when in the field * the best approach to edit * thinking ethically * Fast shutter speeds **DAILY PROGRAM:** Opportunity to shoot 2 late afternoons and 2 early morning locations. We will also be shooting later in the days at a mountain refuge with a guided tour from one of our Birding Australia experts on their private property. This is incorporated with some lectures and review work as well. There is some time to explore the Berry township but consider an extra night if you need a chill out moment. Note schedule can be altered depending on everyone’s needs etc. and is suitable for all levels of photographic skills. This workshop is suitable for all skill levels in photography but essential to understand your camera controls. This workshop is not suitable for absolute beginners.

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!

Vibrant Colours and Man Made Structures

Unhurried Conversations - Sunday

Bring yourself, we will go over how Unhurried Conversations works.

AYP Toastmasters

Do you want to improve your public speaking skills? Or maybe you just want to meet some nice people. AYP toastmasters is a perfect safe place to do both. Toastmasters is the perfect place to feel more confident and to feel safe to speak in public. We welcome people of all ages. We love to highlight authenticity, safety and fun! To the extent that we didn't even use AI to write this message!!! **Highlights.** **Table Topics**\- participants give a speech to a topic they hear on the spot\! **Prepared Speech**\- Participants prepare at home **Impromptu-** fun section, kind of half Table topics, and half prepared speech Meetup is one of the many ways by which people find our group, so expect to find more people than whatever number of attendees is listed on meetup.

🚗 WEEKEND GETAWAY - VALLEY OF THE DINOSAURS & LITHGOW ⛰️🦕🦖🏕️🏨 🧗‍♂️🎃👻

📍 LOCATION: 🏕 Lake Wallace Camping Area 🏕️ Barton Ave, Wallerawang NSW 2845 🚗 Wallerawang village centre is less than five minutes drive to/from the campground for shops, cafes, pubs, petrol station etc. https://www.nsw.gov.au/visiting-and-exploring-nsw/locations-and-attractions/lake-wallace 🚻 FACILITIES: ⛺️ Camp beside your vehicle, picnic area, tap water, toilet block with flushing toilets and hot showers within walking distance to/from the campsite, garbage bins, BYO water sports and fishing equipments, walking and bike trails. ❎ NO open fires are permitted at Lake Wallace. Refer photo no. 3 and the website. 🛜 Phone reception generally okay but can be a bit patchy at few areas at the campground area. 🚙 The campground is accessible by regular 2WD and campervan. ******************************************** 🎒WHAT TO BRING 🎒 ⛺️ Campers - tent, sleeping bag, sleeping pad/air mattress, food, snacks, drinking and washing water, portable stove, butane gas, utensils, plates, mugs, pots and pans, fold-up table, chairs, gazebo or a tarp for shelter/cooking station, washing liquid, wash basin, towel, personal shower items, basic First Aid kit, torch or headlight (preferred), tent light, camp light, charger/power bank, jacket and warm clothes, beanie, thermals, blanket etc (cooler temperature at night), all creature comfort that can fit in your car and kitchen sink! 🚙 🚗 🛒 💵 GRATUITY/CONTRIBUTION: $10 per person PRE-PAID (organiser fee only for campers/non campers) for research and preparation for this exciting event. Non refundable if you cancel or No Show. 📲 Pre-paid to my PayID: 0405038557 by cob Friday, 23rd October. Ref: (your Meetup name) & Lake Wallace camping. 💬 Once payment received, I’ll add you to group WhatsApp for further details - exact campsite location, optional day walks, Halloween night etc. ❗️NOTE - day trip on Saturday to Valley of The Dinosaurs is not included (to be paid separately PRE-PAID) if you like to come along. ******************************************** 🏕️ This camping event is suitable for newbies or beginners and walkers alike at any level with no experience required. ✅ If you have not been camping before, this is a good place to try it out with flushing toilets and hot shower within walking distance from the camping area. 🏨 Non campers may also join us for this event. You need to check online for accommodation at nearby towns of Wallerawang, Lisdale, Rydal or Katoomba, Blackheath, or Lithgow etc. Accommodation near Lake Wallace: 🏨 Black Gold Country Cabins. Main Street, Wallerawang. Contact Rob Cluff – PH: 02 6355 7305, Mobile: 015 237 803 Self contained rooms, 12 double bunks, 2 single beds. Gas Heating. BYO food, linen or sleeping bags. 🏨 Commercial Hotel. Main St., Wallerawang. PH: 02 6355 1089 🏨 Royal Hotel. Main St., Wallerawang. PH: 02 6355 7023 📝 NOTE - you may come and leave at anytime. You may also do as much or as little by relaxing on the lake if you wish. ⛺️ FYI - I’m planning to arrive at the campground on Friday afternoon, 30th October to get the campsite for the group. 📸 Things to do in Wallerawang & Lithgow: https://lithgow-tourism.com/wang.htm https://southerncrossmotelgroup.com.au/news/lithgow/ ⚠️ IMPORTANT INFORMATION ⚠️ 📝 TERMS & DISCLAIMER: ℹ️ Attending this event is voluntarily at your own risk. Organiser/s accepts no liability of any kind including injuries, accidents, misadventure etc during and after this event. ℹ️ For full disclosure on Public Waiver, please refer to Meetup Terms and Conditions and the front page of this group on ‘About Us’. ✅ You are responsible for looking after your own health, safety and belongings. ✅ You must take personal accountability for your own choices, actions and/or misadventure. ✅ You must also take care not to put other people at risk. ✅ If you do not wish to be photographed (randomly or group photos), please DO NOT join this event! ✅ Please be mindful and respectful to members & guest/s from diverse background. This is not a dating event. ******************************************** 💬 I will setup WhatsApp group chat for this event for further information on Saturday afternoon, 24th October - exact campsite location (unnumbered on first come first served), optional day walks, sunset walk, Halloween night in Lithgow etc. ℹ️ OPTIONAL: 🎃 The Iconic Lithgow Halloween Celebration Returns In 2026. https://www.lithgowhalloween.com/ 📲 In the meantime, if you have any questions, please send me a TEXT message instead to avoid any confusion. 🌿 Let’s explore and enjoy the great outdoors! 🎃 Norra 😎 📱0405038557 (TEXT & PayID only)