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"WEDNESDAY WALK" easy-peasy-Central-Surry-Hills-Hyde-Park-Domain-Gardens-Quay!
Wed, May 6, 12:00 AM**"WEDNESDAY WALK" easy-peasy:** George's midweek walks, perfect for everyone, easy pace, not a race to the end and lots of interesting 1 minutes stops to rehydrate plus some interesting stories. **WHY WALK?** 1\. Walking increases blood flow to the brain\, improving memory almost instantly\! 2\. Walking recalibrates your circadian rhythm\, making you fall asleep faster at night\. **END of WALK** (10am-12pm) will be fabulous!!! We can sit and chat in the food court, grab a bit or eat what's in your backpack. Come and enjoy with me. You will have fun, i promise. **START from Central**, onward to **Belmore Park,** we walk through **Harmony Park** then past the **"Pool of Reflection"** we get to the **Anzac Memorial** at **Hyde Park**. Sneak through some new sections close to **Saint Mary's Cathedral,** then 2 minute rehydrate near **The Botanical Gardens and Government House**. **Amphitheatre** behind Sydney's Conservatorium of Music to the **Calyx**, exhibiting floral displays. From here, zig zag through hidden gardens, past Sydney Fernery to **Palm House**! **ARRIVAL at CIRCULAR QUAY** just in time for lunch, drink or snack. **Meeting Point:** Central Station's "Transport Information Big Board" near Platform 4. **Distance:** 8km (about 2 hours) **Difficulty:** Very Easy. 2 hour walk, exit spots. Paths Walk, Parks Walk! Easy Walk! **Walking Pace:** An easy steady pace at 4km-4.25km per hour. **Bring:** Comfortable outfit, good walking shoes, one litre water, snacks, hat, sunscreen, a raincoat just in case. Bring your happy personality too! **Cost:** $10 cash on arrival or **PAY ID** 0435801602 George Palasty. **Contact:** George 0435 801 602 if you have questions. (call or text) - More people arrive from our combined meetup groups for these **Walking Events.**

Australian Skeptics in the Pub - THE PLACEBO EFFECT
Thu, May 7, 8:00 AM**What is the Placebo Effect** \- does it really exist? And if so\, how does it operate? Find out all this and more at our May Skeptics in the Pub, when Dr Sue Ieraci will explore one of the most mythologised and misunderstood effects in medicine. Dr Sue is an emergency physician who uses social media to counter health misinformation. She has been an active member of Stop the AVN and Friends of Science in Medicine. **After the presentation:** Following the presentation and question time, we will hand the microphone over to one audience member for a 5 minute chat on a sceptical topic of their choice. It can be a news item, your own sceptical "special subject" or an encounter with everyday scepticism. If you're interested in sharing something with your fellow pubbers, contact us before the talk. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- On the first Thursday of each month, Australian Skeptics and friends get together for Skeptics in the Pub. People generally start arriving at around 6pm after work. The talk begins at 7pm and lasts for about 30 minutes. The night finishes when the last person leaves. Enjoy a meal and a drink accompanied by lively discussion, free spoon bending lessons and the company of other sceptics, as we cover a variety of interesting topics. There is no need to belong to Australian Skeptics - all are welcome. Bring friends too. Please take a moment to read our [Code of Conduct](https://www.skeptics.com.au/code-of-conduct/). **REMINDER - If you are feeling ill or showing any signs or symptoms of a possible COVID (or indeed any) infection, please do not attend.** Parking is available nearby at: * 71 York Street Car Park (Wilson Parking) * Landmark Car Park (Secure Parking), 24 York Street * 321 Kent Street Car Park (Wilson Parking), ENTRY 86 Sussex Street * Queen Victoria Building Car Park (Wilson Parking), 111 York Street

Badminton training Granville - Advanced & intermediate 🏸
Sun, May 10, 6:00 AMTraining 🏸 for advanced and intermediate. Contact Kim on whatsapp 0416 379 688 for more information. By RSVPing to this event, the members and guests are explicitly and without exception deemed to have read and agreed to the Group’s terms of Disclaimer and Release of Liability. You can get personal injuries insurance for yourself by joining Sydney Badminton Association, please come and see me for details. Regards, Kim

CTF Ninja Night - Test Against an AI Attacker- SecTalks SecTalks NN0x12 (18th)
Tue, May 12, 8:00 AM**After RSVP, please ensure to get your admission ticket from Humantix:** [https://events.humanitix.com/ctf-ninja-night-test-yourself-against-ai-sectalks-sectalks-nn0x12-18th](https://events.humanitix.com/ctf-ninja-night-test-yourself-against-ai-sectalks-sectalks-nn0x12-18th) Thanks to you for 1\. Keeping your RSVP up\-to\-date\. We are usually overbooked and have a long waitlist\. We will sign you in and keep track of RSVPs and attendance\. 2\. Aligning with SecTalks' [no-bullshit code of conduct](https://www.sectalks.org/coc/) 3\. Keeping the venue nice and tidy during and after the session **\# Presentation** ### **Title:** Test Yourself Against an AI Attacker Enter a web app that harks back to the age of text based adventure games of ye olde BBS or MUDs. "Aerithoria is a world of floating islands, each with its own unique culture and magic. Aerithoria is a realm filled with floating mountains, cascading waterfalls, and fantastical creatures that soar through the skies. It's a place where the concept of gravity is different, and adventurers often use airships and winged mounts to navigate the breathtaking landscapes." "In Aerithoria, a sinister force known as the Celestial Eclipse has awakened. Led by the enigmatic Dark Seraph, this group seeks to steal the legendary Astral Compass, a mystical artifact that can control the movement of the floating islands. With the Astral Compass in their possession, they intend to plunge the entire realm into chaos, disrupting the delicate balance of Aerithoria." "Our new hero, a skilled cartographer named Kaelin Skystrider, becomes the chosen one to safeguard the Astral Compass and thwart the Celestial Eclipse's nefarious plans. Kaelin possesses a unique talent for mapmaking and navigation, allowing him to understand the hidden connections between the floating islands. Armed with enchanted maps and an airship named the "Zephyr Runner," Kaelin embarks on his quest." "Kaelin's companions include: 1. Seraphina Stormwing, a winged elf with the ability to command the winds and navigate the skies with unparalleled grace. 2. Flint Ironforge, a gnome tinkerer and inventor, who equips Kaelin's airship with ingenious contraptions. 3. Lyria Sunshard, a seer from the island of Sylvaria, who can glimpse into the future and decipher cryptic visions. 4. Draven Emberclaw, a dragonkin warrior with fire-breathing abilities and a deep connection to the ancient dragons of Aerithoria." "Together, they form the Fellowship of the Astral Compass." There are two CTF flags in this Intermediate (Medium) level Web CTF challenge. Your challenge is to hack the web application Aethoria and find the two flags. Skills needed include: 1. Understanding Python code and web browser technologies including JavaScript. 2. Identifying Web Application Vulnerabilities from Source Code 3. Writing an Exploit that will obtain the first flag 4. Writing an Exploit that will obtain the second flag **Speaker: Gordon Draper from [CyberMarket](https://www.cybermarket.com/)** **How to find us on the day?** An organiser will be on the bottom floor until 6:15 to help attendees access the lifts. # **Speed hiring** There is an opportunity for potential employers to do an impromptu 30-second description of their open role. If you are interested, speak with one of the organisers before the start of the session. Please note the best way to support SecTalks and tell others about your open roles is through sponsorship. We encourage companies, small or large, to come forward and support their local community. **\# Sponsors** * [SecDim](https://www.secdim.com) ([Connect](https://www.linkedin.com/company/secdim)) * [Google](https://careers.google.com) ([LinkedIn](https://au.linkedin.com/company/google)) * [Atlassian](https://www.atlassian.com/) ([LinkedIn](https://au.linkedin.com/company/atlassian)) **\# Notes** * For sponsoring SecTalks Sydney and supporting the non-profit community, contact [sydney@sectalks.org](sydney@sectalks.org) * To speak and submit CTF challenges at SecTalks, fill out [https://sessionize.com/sectalks](https://sessionize.com/sectalks) * **After RSVP, please ensure to get your admission ticket from Humantix: https://events.humanitix.com/ctf-ninja-night-test-yourself-against-ai-sectalks-sectalks-nn0x12-18th**

Badminton training Granville - Beginner & intermediate 🏸
Sun, May 10, 4:00 AMTraining 🏸 for beginner and intermediate. Contact Kim on whatsapp 0416 379 688 for more information. By RSVPing to this event, the members and guests are explicitly and without exception deemed to have read and agreed to the Group’s terms of Disclaimer and Release of Liability. You can get personal injuries insurance for yourself by joining Sydney Badminton Association, please come and see me for details. Regards, Kim
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