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Thursday Trivia

Hello, We have our fourth trivia night on Thursday 10th September at the Chatswood RSL Club. The night kicks off at 7.30pm, but best to arrive around 7.15pm to get yourself signed in, buy some dinner and meet the group. I'm looking forward to meeting everyone who has joined. The space is small and I'll be there to greet you. This trivia night is only on a weekly basis, every Thursday, being on the 10th and 17th September. After these 2 weeks we'll reassess and see who would like to continue or not. I look forward to meeting you on the 10th. kind regards, Norma

Scottish Jono Good Luck and DFL semi annual drinks

Eastwood to Parramatta via "The Ponds No.2" upper & Carlingford 13km Moderate!

**Eastwood to Parramatta via "The Ponds No.2" upper & Carlingford 13km Moderate!** Don't miss this exciting walk with many new sections to discover. You must see more of Beautiful Sydney! **WHY WALK?** 1\. Would you like to live longer? Well guess what\, get out and keep on walking\. Yes\! Yes\! 2\. Walking increases blood flow to the brain\, improving memory almost instantly\! 3\. Healthy\, you bet yu\! and yes it makes you happy\, feeling good inside guaranteed\. **Meeting Point:** Eastwood Station (west side) outside the ticket barrier exit. **Distance:** 13km **Difficulty:** Moderate, steps and hills, classified moderate due to distance. **Walking Pace:** An easy steady pace at 4.25km to 4.5km per hour. 1\. Eastwood Station past a vibrant unique street shopping section to Glen Reserve\. 2\. We follow Terry's Creek\, interesting pathways to David Hamilton Reserve\. 3\. Continue hugging Terry's Creek until Fred Spurway Park\. 4\. Mobbs Lane Reserve\, then Don Stewart Park cutting across to Dandarbong Reserve\. 5\. Plenty of Bush next\, heading up to Carlingford\, my early year here\. 6\. After a break\, head to Cox Park\. let's go downhill\, then Rapanea Community 7\. Dundas Valley with exciting walkways\, then head to Rydalmere\. area and Yallamundi\. 8\. We walk past Western Sydney Uni Parramatta to reach the Parramatta River\. 9\. From here\, relaxing walk to Parramatta Station\, huge shopping available\, grab a bite\. **What to Bring:** Comfortable outfit, a litre of water, snacks, hat, sunscreen, a raincoat just in case of wet weather. Bring your happy personality too! **Payment Please:** $10 cash or **PAY ID** 0435801602 name George Palasty. **Contact:** George 0435 801 602 if you have questions. (call or text)

Hope (2026) + Dinner/Drinks

"Central to Lewisham" (part Greenway) Ultimo-Glebe-Rozelle-Leichhardt-12km!

**WHY WALK?** 1\. Walking increases blood flow to the brain\, improving memory almost instantly\! **NOTE: "Meeting Point" - Grand Central Station's "Transport Information Big Board" near Platform 4.** Café perfectly placed nearby if you arrive early. Meet other walkers. **Central Station Start**, down Railway Colonnade Drive to the famous "The Goods Line" then zig-zag our way to Wentworth Park. Go across to Glebe Rowing Club, sneak past **Blackwater Bay Park**, **Bicentennial Park**, **Jubilee Park** and **Federal Park**. From **Glebe Foreshore Park**, we cross over the Pedestrian Bridge at **Whites Creek**. Walk between **Rozelle Wetlands**, with some fun interesting pathway variations. We emerge at Cohen Park Tennis Courts. **Whites Creek Valley Park** to **Memorial Park.** Toilets and water fountains along these walkways. Exciting new areas of Sydney! **HALF WAY** stop for 22 minutes at **"Son of a Baker"** cafe/bakery. We can sit at tables/chairs inside or outside, the perfect spot, food to buy or grab from backpack! **"Hit the Road again"** wandering along to **Pioneer Memorial Park** & **Blackmore Oval**, then **"THE GREENWAY TRACK START"** to Lewisham. **Distance:** 12km **Difficulty:** Easy Walk, exit spots, trails, walkways, lanes, tracks, pathways, parks! **Walking Pace:** An easy steady pace at 4.25km-4.50km per hour. **Bring:** water, snacks, hat, sunscreen, a raincoat in case. Bring your happy personality too! **Payment Please:** $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.**

Unhurried Conversations at the Pub

In an unhurried conversation, there is time to think differently and connect with people in a refreshing way. Unhurried isn't always slow. It offers a pace where people find it easy to join in and not feel crowded out. And listening can be as satisfying as talking. We use a simple meeting format to make this happen. https://www.unhurried.org/ This newly created event is at a new venue, the Keg & Bew Hotel at Surry Hills. We meet on the 2nd floor around 6:15pm. Food and drinks are available, before and after, on the ground floor and roof top.

SSP.. MOSS VALE TRAIN TO BOWRAL

We will make Saturday the 19th as our travel day, departing initially at 8:30am from Central, and other stations on the way at later times (see photos or visit website). There are different types of cars/seating available, and also ticket costs. Please see photos. Disembark to enjoy free time in either Bowral or Moss Vale, with plenty of cafés, gardens, shops, and sights to discover. Whether you're sipping hot chocolate in a cosy café or browsing boutique stores, there’s something for everyone. ​ On the 19th and 20th of September the Tulip Time Festival will be in full swing at Bowral. PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT INFORMATION: ​​TICKETS * Booked tickets are to be paid for in advance * Each ticket holder will be allocated to a reserved seat * Tickets are only issued on receipt of payment in full * Bookings issued by TryBooking are inclusive of Credit Card Processing fees, however, American Express cards incur a 1.1% surcharge * Each ticket issued by TryBooking incurs a $0.50 service fee * Seating requests are welcome and where possible requests will be accommodated * Unless specified your ticket does not include food, beverages, entry or transportation to other attractions REFUNDS Cancellations made up to 14 days prior to the tour will receive a full refund less an administration fee of $20. Cancellation made less than 14 days before the trip will not receive any refund. ​

L for Lithuania

🌸🌸CQ🌸WATSONS BAY🌸HARBOUR FORESHORE🌸PADDINGTON RESERVOIR 🌸

MEETING: Circular Quay Wharf 2 🌸✈️🌸 TIME: 10:05, for the 10:15 ferry 🌸⏰🌸 DETAILS: We take the ferry from CQ across Sydney Harbour to Watsons Bay. The walk hugs the Harbour foreshore via Vaucluse, The Hermitage track, Rose Bay, Double Bay, Darling Point, Rushcutters Bay then through historic Paddington to The Reservoir 🌸⛱🌸 LUNCH: Rose Bay, Lyne Park 🌸🍽🌸 COST:💲5️⃣ cash gratuity or (donation)for this walk.💵 🌸💲🌸 DISTANCE: 1️⃣4️⃣kms 🌸🦋🌸 THIS WALK IS GRADED AS: Absolutely stunning! A few ups and downs 🌸☀️🌸 * GET OUT POINTS: the entire way 🌸🚦🌸 TRANSPORT: Ferry to Watsons Bay, bus return to the city from Paddington 🌸✈️🌸 GENERAL HOUSEKEEPING: 🌸💃🌸 IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO BRING A FRIEND PLEASE MESSAGE ME, unfortunately only the 2 legged kind, and not the 4 legged kind are included. 🌸🥰🌸 I am always open to suggestions if there is a destination/hike/walk you’d like to do…just message me 🌸 👣🌸 A heads up for newcomers and first timers. Our walking group is a fabulous Melting Pot of cultures, backgrounds, professions and life experiences. We love our Walks. We are INCLUSIVE OF EVERYONE………if you’re: kind, nice, fun, polite and respectful. 🌸😘🌸 On that note…. In recent times my walks are at capacity, which I’m capping at 40. Regulars, regardless of numbers are always welcome….just PM me if you’re on a waitlist. 🌸♥️🌸 We walk at a medium pace of 4kms per hour, stopping for breaks and to take in the views. It is a reasonable expectation that the group stays together. It is your responsibility to stay in line of sight. If you cannot walk at this pace, I will let you know of the next get out point. This is not negotiable. 🌸🐌🌸 As this is a walking group, bikes, ebikes, scooters, escooters, and pogo sticks are not compatible or welcome. 🌸👣🌸 Grading for my walks:
Easy: Mainly flat, suburban, loads of get out points, up to 14kms.
Easy-Medium: some stairs, a few uneven surfaces, up to 15kms.
Medium: Stairs, rocks, coastal beaches/sand, ups, downs, get out points limited, up to 17kms
Medium-Hard: uneven surfaces, need to take extreme care and be hike fit. Few get out points. Tracks, uneven surfaces, steep inclinations and limited resources. 🌸👯‍♀️🌸 WALKING GUIDELINES & RESPONSIBILITIES: 🌸✍️🌸 Carry sufficient food and water (2 litres) for the expected conditions of the walk. Pls don’t separate from the group, unless you let someone know, preferably me. The waitlist is completely discretionary….reliable regulars will ALWAYS be included. 🆗……….If you are a no show, you will not be welcome to join a future walk with me. (It’s a courtesy kind of thing). If people are on the waitlist, it is also very inconsiderate. Marking yourself as “Not Going” within 2 hours of departure does not allow reasonable time to notify anyone on the waitlist. 🌸🙅‍♀️🌸 On the odd occasion, the walk may change from the schedule, due to weather, unforeseen track obstacles OR emergency situations. 🌸🤞🌸 Please make sure your conversation is always courteous to other group members. 🌸😍🌸 PS…. IF YOUR ID PIC IS OF A COFFEE CUP, YOUR DOG OR CAT, A VIEW, and not a picture of you…You’ll stay waitlisted. 🌸❌🌸 SAFETY WARNING: Please stay away from cliff edges and be very careful when walking on wet and slippery rocks and surfaces. Stay within sight of the group at all times. 🌸🔴🟢⚫️🟠🔵🟡🟣🟤🌸 DISCLAIMER: Your health and safety is our priority, we take care to minimize risk and avoid accidents and injuries. However, Organizers and Hosts are not responsible for your health and safety and do not accept any liability for accidents and injuries that may occur during Meetup activities and events. Please take responsibility for your own safety and belongings. By RSVP to this event you and your guests agree to comply with the terms and conditions of the Aussie Explorers Meetup group which can be found in the link below: https://www.meetup.com/Aussie-Explorers/pages/28346396/Terms_and_Conditions_of_joining_Aussie_Explorers 🌸☀️🌸 HAPPY WALKING 🍃🌸🌿🌸🌿🌸🍃 xxLisa

Shifting Governance to Deliver Better Outcomes

**A portfolio can be on plan and still not be delivering value.** When governance conversations are dominated by project status, activity and keeping work on track, it can be difficult to keep the focus on the outcomes the work was intended to create. In this session, Narmada Natarajaperumal from Standard Chartered Bank will share their practical journey towards shifting portfolio governance from controlling activity to stewarding value. We’ll explore: * What changes when governance is focused on outcomes rather than outputs * How governance can be designed to support faster, clearer decision-making * What measures and signals will help us move sooner and safer towards value * Practical lessons from making the shift in a large, complex organisation If you’re involved in how organisations prioritise, govern and steer work, particularly across portfolio, PMO, strategy, transformation and product, this session is for you. There’ll be time after the presentation for Q&A – bring your colleagues and your questions. Speakers: **Narmada Natarajaperumal** \- Head\, Portfolio Strategy and Transformation for Cybersecurity and Financial Crime Portfolio\, Standard Chartered Bank\. Hosted by: **Ruma Dak** \- Senior Consultant\, BVSSH APAC

"THE ROCKS" History Tour + "THE BIG DIG" must see + a touch of "ART"

**Sydney's** "THE ROCKS AREA's" Unbelievable History Stories. This unique professionally guided "must see" tour is incredibly interesting plus full of fun and laughter! **Some Secrets on the Tour:** 1\. Where were 30\,000 bodies buried in Sydney between 1820 \- 1867 and WHY were all the 30\,000 skeletons removed in 1901? Where did they go? 2\. Be blown away by UNESCO world heritage listed sites while searching through Sydney’s grisly convict past & chain gangs pounding boulders in "THE ROCKS"\. 3\. Expand your knowledge on the Bennelong and Barangaroo's amazing story\. 4\. Look\, believe it or not\, 1 million artifacts were found at the "BIG DIG"\, it's incredible\! 5\. In 1788 Arthur Phillip's 1st fleet's with 11 ships arrived just 2 days before Captain La Perouse's 2 ships entered Botany Bay\, we were so close to becoming a French colony\! **Tour Cost:** $20 "Special Meetup Price" discounted from $37 the Non Meetup Price. **Payment Methods**: Cash on arrival or PAY ID to Lia Palasty 0416025966 **Meeting Time:** 10.00am. Rain or Shine it's always ON. Please text if you are running late. Socialising is easy and fun between stops/talks. An amazing tour. **Starting Point:** Outside McDonald's Circular Quay opposite the station and near the light rail. (Corner Loftus & Alfred Streets) **What to Bring**: Wear comfortable shoes, a hat or cap, sun protection, an umbrella in case it rains, don't forget your camera! It's a very easy short walk! **Contact:** Cornelia (Lia) 0416 025 966 outside McDonald's.