UC EVENTS

Grab a racket and join us for a fun and friendly social badminton!Great opportunity to relax and make new friends. No experience needed! 

Each week the Institute of Applied Ecology hosts a seminar on a broad range of topics, such as environmental management, genetics, water science, ecotoxicology and conservation ecology. Speakers are drawn from external organisations and research institutions, as well as IAE researchers and students.The seminars are open to the public, and are held most Friday's at 12:30pm - 1:30pm in Building 1, Level A, Room 21.

Have you always wanted to try boxing but have no idea where to start? This is the perfect class for beginners or intermediate boxers to put on mitts and start punching the bags. With a mix of cardio and technique-based boxing movements, this class is both fun and challenging! Gloves provided, if you don't have your own.Every Monday, Wednesday & Friday: 4:45pm-5:30pm.Open to UCFitx members and casual participants. Members can book through the Technogym App, while casuals can sign up by contacting us in Building 29, by phone (6201 2542) or email (ucfit@canberra.edu.au). 

Get your mittens on some bowls and your tootsies on the green.  A social gatho at the Ruc (54 McCaughey St, Turner ACT 2612) and a reason to get bowling on the green.  Starting around 3 pm, come down for bowls and grab a beer or two after.  All the bowls will be paid for by the club. Just make sure to buy a ticket so we can provide a bar tab. All you need to do is turn up and play.  Tickets are $20 per person and covers you from 3 pm until the tab runs out.   Hope to C U there!

Do you find partaking in cardio hard or you make excuses in avoiding it, but you know that you should be doing some cardio? Consisting of the Cardio equipment in the Gym, combined with various body weight and free weights exercises. Our instructor will motivate you to push to your limits! Not only will you get a great workout, you'll be learning multiple functions of the cardio machines.Every Monday & Wednesday 6:00pm-6:30pm.Open to UCFitx members and casual participants. Members can book through the Technogym App, while casuals can sign up by contacting us in Building 29, by phone (6201 2542) or email (ucfit@canberra.edu.au).

Come join us down at the UC Hub for Free Breakfast every Tuesday morning at 8am until 10am. There will be an assortment of breakfast items including cereal, toast and more! 

Take a break from teaching or study and join us every Tuesday from 12.30pm for our new lunchtime group fitness!  Power Conditioning is a fun 45min full-body workout, incorporating various strength and conditioning movements, suitable for all levels.  Designed to improve strength, overall fitness, and mobility.  Get ready to lift, move, and sweat! Open to UCFitx members and casual participants. Members can book through the Technogym App, while casuals can sign up by contacting us in Building 29, by phone (6201 2542) or email (ucfit@canberra.edu.au).

Do you have a passion for cooking? Are you keen to try different cuisines? Come join our Cooking Class events powered by UCX Food Pantry to create delicious and healthy meals!Each cooking session will give you the skills, confidence, and nutrition tips to cook for yourself! You will also get the opportunity to connect with your peers by sitting down and eating together to celebrate the tasty success! The good news is this event completely FREE and you will be gifted a goodie bags including a cookbook and other food pantry staples to do some cooking experiment at home! Remember to bring your own containers to take home any leftovers for your next dinner/lunch! 

If you want to put your strength, endurance and resilience to the test, Athletic Conditioning is the class for you. Incorporating a variety of strength and muscular endurance exercises with short rest periods, it's the best way get the most out of your training session and it will be class you’ll love. If you like variation in your workout, this class is for you. No 2 classes are the same.Every Tuesday 4:45pm - 5:30pm.Open to UCFitx members and casual participants. Members can book through the Technogym App, while casuals can sign up by contacting us in Building 29, by phone (6201 2542) or email (ucfit@canberra.edu.au).

Join us for an exhilarating experience that will leave you energised and empowered! Dance Fitness is designed to make fitness fun, all while learning exciting dance moves in a supportive atmosphere. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced dancer, the instructor will guide you through a fusion of Latin-inspired styles and Afro-Caribbean beats. You'll master new moves while grooving to cool beats.Open to UCFitx members and casual participants. Members can book through the Technogym App, while casuals can sign up by contacting us in Building 29, by phone (6201 2542) or email (ucfit@canberra.edu.au).

Calling all students who are ready to test their knowledge, skills and wits against their peers as we have weekly trivia to keep you entertained!Head to UCBarx every Tuesday at 5:30pm to see which UC team, club or society are bringing 40 questions to you that week. With a  new theme every week, you're sure to hit at least one of your expert subjects by week 13!Compete for both the $80 bar tab available each winner, and the $250 prize for the team who's done the best over the course of the semester. And even if you lose, there are still plenty of food, drinks and laughs to be had!

Citizen Centred Justice Legal ClinicThe Citizen Centred Justice Legal Clinic (CCJ) is a not-for-profit health-justice partnership, legal practice, and registered association which operates on-campus in collaboration with the University of Canberra Medical and Counselling Centre (UCM&CC). CCJ provides pro bono legal support, assistance, advocacy, and referral services for clients referred from the UCM&CC, UC students and UC staff,  as well as on an ad hoc basis to other vulnerable clients who may be referred to the Clinic from other sources. CCJ is run by lawyers supported by UC law students who are gaining legal practice experience towards their legal qualification. The service is a free and confidential legal service.CCJ is a by-appointment legal advice clinic located on the Bruce campus of the University of Canberra. It is open for appointments on Wednesdays. CCJ is located in Building 1, Level B, adjacent to the UC Medical & Counselling Centre. You can book a face-to-face or telephone appointment through the University's Medical & Counselling Centre by telephoning 02 6201 2351. When booking, let our receptionist staff know if you prefer a face-to-face or telephone appointment. Bookings need to be made by telephone, not by direct email to the CCJ. When you arrive for your appointment, you will need to check-in at the UCM&CC and complete some paperwork. 

It's that time of year again, the amazing Handmade Markets are here for Semester 2! It will be held Wednesday, 2 October (Week 10) from 11am - 2pm. This is a chance for students to show off and sell items they've made, as well as for everyone to find some awesome items to buy, whether it is for your house, some food or a lovely gift for someone special.Think of any weekend market held around Canberra, but better because it's your fellow students you're selling to and buying from.Interested in holding a stall? check out the form here or email uclife@canberra.edu.au

Whether you're a seasoned hooper or are just looking to hang out, join us for some fun and friendly basketball each week!

University is a great place for reading and learning! How about putting aside some time for learning about Jesus? 'Reading about Jesus' is an opportunity to join with others and read through the Bible’s accounts of Jesus, to discuss and learn together. Held on Wednesday of each week, 1:00pm to 2:00pm, via Microsoft Teams or in 1C100.Anyone is welcome, you may be a long-time Christian, or just someone (of other faith or no faith) who would like to read about Jesus with others.We are currently holding the activity online using Microsoft Teams and also meeting in-person at the same time in 1C100, as a "mixed-mode".If you are interested in joining the activity please contact the organiser, Craig Johnson, to confirm the online details.

Want a chance to wind down and catch up with your mates? How about getting a little crafty? We are hosting a Stitch & Bitch every second week at UCBarx to get your hands going and meet new people! Plus, you'll get to make amazing crafts and learn some pretty nifty skills along the way! What are you waiting for? Come down and let your creativity run wild!

Grab your running shoes and join us every Thursday morning for a run, jog or walk by the lake, followed by free coffee and chats!Running for Resilience (R4R) was started by Matt Breen 10 years after his father's suicide, with the goal of saving one life. It began as a one-off run from The Dock, aiming to bring people together to support each other and promote mental health through exercise.R4R has now grown into four weekly events attended by over 500 runners and walkers. R4R's mission is to make the ACT suicide-free by 2033, by making it easier for people to exercise with friends and build strong, supportive communities.R4R-UC kicks off every Thursday at 8.30am from The Coffee Grounds UC for a 3km walk or 5-6km jog.

Are you interested in improving your well-being and coping skills?UC Medical and Counselling Centre is running a FREE weekly psych skill workshop for UC students.Each week one of our Psychologists will work with students on building a new set of skills and the tools to manage a range of challenges students face today – such as goal setting, connecting with others, managing stress, and overcoming procrastination.The Weekly Psych Session is presented in-person every even week, and online every odd week. Register now to reserve your spot in the group. If you have any questions or enquiries, please contact the UC Medical and Counselling Centre on (02) 6201 2351.

It's time to get out and about and welcome some of the beautiful sunshine on Ngunnawal country.Make sure you bring a hat, comfy covered walking shoes and water bottle.A picnic lunch will be catered for.This event is for all current University of Canberra and UC College students.

Sometimes it is hard to meet new people, or to find opportunities to practice speaking in English. We wanted to provide a chance to help you with this. Our English Conversation Club is an informal time, not a structured class. In a small group we talk about a different topic each meeting, with a native English speaker. Improve your English by practicing your speaking and listening, and make some new friends along the way! Anyone is welcome join this activity! The English Conversation Club is a free activity especially for international students or visiting scholars from overseas. But anyone who wants to practice their English is welcome.We are currently holding the English Conversation Club online using Microsoft Teams and at the same time meeting in-person in 1C100, as a "mixed-mode".If you are interested in joining the activity please contact the organiser, Craig Johnson, to confirm online details.

Come and join us to do some bouldering and share a drink or two.  All abilities are welcome. Mountain Strong has a vast range of ability levels, from beginner to expert! This is a good way to meet some like-minded outdoorsy people in Canberra.  The bouldering starts at Mountain Strong (66-68 Townsville St, Fyshwick ACT 2609) at 5 pm. Then we will head to Captial Brewing Co. (Building 3/1 Dairy Rd, Fyshwick ACT 2609) for a bevvy and some food. There will most likely be someone in their UCOC shirt to identify who is with the club easily.  If you can’t make it at 5 pm, we will be bouldering until about 6-6.30 pm, so please feel free to join us later.  The bouldering and beers/burgers are at your own expense.  Entry to Mountain Strong is $13 for club members, which covers entry and shoe hirer. For non-members, it is $16.  On Friday, 9 February, the first 20 people will have free entry to Mountain Strong. You will need to pay the entry fee if you are not one of the 20 people.  We head to Moutain Strong on the first Friday of most months. All the dates are listed below. If the date is listed, then bouldering is on; the dates are as follows;  Friday, 9th February Friday, 1st March Friday, 5th April Friday, 3rd May Friday, 7th June Friday, 5th July Friday, 2nd August Friday, 6th September Friday, 4th October

There is a question at the heart of Faith Crisis Pt 1, the third album from Sydney’s emotive indie trio Middle Kids. Over 13 propulsive, ecstatic and gorgeous tracks, songwriter and vocalist Hannah Joy attempts to tease out the question of belief; the breaking of it, and how it is rebuilt. Co-produced by Tim Fitz and Jonathan Gilmore (The 1975, Beabadoobee), Joy and bandmates Fitz and Harry Day masterfully express the sensation of being overwhelmed, swept up and dragged down in songs that exalt and lift you higher.Featuring a collaboration with Gang of Youths frontman Dave Le’aupepe, Faith Crisis Pt 1 is brimming with yearning, angst, pop brightness, belief in love and reassurance that even from the bottom, it’s possible to believe in beautiful things. Middle Kids‘ last album Today We’re The Greatest won Best Rock Album at the 2021 ARIA Awards. Released at the height of the pandemic, the album garnered the band several US TV show performances including Jimmy Kimmel Live, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, and The Late, Late Show with James Cordon.Middle Kids first gained attention in 2017 with their debut single, ‘Edge Of Town’ and their debut album, Lost Friends, which won Triple J’s Best Australian Album Award in 2018. The success of their albums has also earned the band an international touring profile which has included supporting shows with the likes of Bloc Party, Kings of Leon, War on Drugs and Cold War Kids and festivals such as The Governors Ball, Lollapalooza, Osheaga Festival and many more.

Are you an absolute music lover? Is your knowledge of music absolutely insane? Or even if you just like a good bop or two? Maybe you even grew up grow up with your dad asking you every second song on a family road trip ‘what song is this?’ and ‘who’s this by?’ testing your knowledge of all the classic bands? Then this night is for you!Come down for Musical Bingo on every odd week Thursday through semester. It will be a fun, laughter filled night with prizes up for grabs! There will also be food and drink deals available at UCBarx so come down, we can't wait to see you there!

To mark the release of their 5th studio album SODA, The Rubens head back out on the road for their Australian album tour presented by triple j, Ripple Effect, WME & Ivy League. Hitting all major cities including Sydney, Melbourne, Hobart, Brisbane, Adelaide, Canberra and Perth ahead of the global SODA album tour which will see them travel to 16 cities through UK, Europe and North America. 2024 has been a busy year for the 5 piece, having already played 28 shows in front of 20,000 regional Australia audiences, drip feeding singles Good Mood, Pets & Drugs, Liquid Gold and new favourite Black Balloon ahead of the album.Following on from their, 2021 #1 ARIA-Charting fourth album 0202, which was nominated for the prestigious Australian Music Prize (AMP) and won an ARIA for Best Producer with album tracks ‘Live In Life’ and ‘Masterpiece’ certified 4x Platinum and Platinum respectively in Australia.The SODA Australian Tour is not to be missed. Supported by NSW’s Central Coast indie-rockers The Moving Stills & Brisbane newcomers Bean Magazine.

Do you love to be creative with words and visuals? Are you looking for opportunities to socialise and collaborate with other writers and creatives? Well, look no further than the Curieux Collective! The group is a chance to enjoy creative activities with like-minded people. The Curieux team aims to promote a relaxed environment where we can encourage and inspire each other creatively. Come along to share your work and get feedback, take some time to create, or just to meet other students and enjoy some free biscuits, tea and coffee together!

UniSport Australia promote and foster the importance of university sport as an integral part of university life at 43 member universities, who collectively represent more than one million students nationwide. More information on Distance Running Nationals can be found here.Expression of Interests can be submitted: https://www.cognitoforms.com/UCLife1/_2024UCNationalsEOIs 

As we head towards the OSCEs, we understand how stressful and challenging these assessments can be. To help you feel more confident and well-prepared, the UC Nursing Society is excited to offer an OSCE Preparation Program designed to support your success! This program will cover: Key skills and knowledge required for the OSCE Tips and strategies from experienced students who have aced it before Practice sessions to build your confidence Q&A to address any concerns or questions you may have  Details are as follows:  Location: Building 10 Level A Lab 05 Date & Time: 14 October 2024 (Monday)  INC2: 10:30 - 12:00 INC4: 12:00 - 13:30  To register, please complete the sign-up form. Spaces are limited, so be sure to secure your spot early! https://events.humanitix.com/ucns-osce-prep. Please be aware that the event is exclusive to UCNS members due to high demand.

UC Medical & Counselling's Bystander Intervention training explores how challenging situations can affect perception and decision-making, and provides techniques for taking clear action under pressure. Presented by psychologists from the UC Medical & Counselling Centre, this training identifies safe and effective strategies in common bystander situations, including discrimination, bullying, sexual assault, harassment, intimate partner violence, mental health issues, and harmful use of drugs and alcohol. 

International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD) aims to increase public awareness, understanding and recognition of people with disability and celebrate their achievements and contributions to our communities, workplaces and educational institutions. It is also a time to reflect on the everyday experiences and challenges faced by people with disability.  IDPwD is officially celebrated on 3 December. At UC, we will be celebrating early (before the end of the semester) on Tuesday 15 October, to ensure maximum participation. This year, the InclusionUC team will host a free BBQ for staff and students on the concourse.

Celebrated Australian singer and songwriter Brad Cox is filling his huge Mack Truck full of tricks and hitting the road for a tour unlike anything his fans have seen before, and he’d love for everyone to come along for the ride!With his Mack Truck packed to the brim with a brand new show, the ARIA nominated, Golden Guitar winning artist is hitting the road with a promise that these shows will be nothing that Coxy fans have witnessed previously within the country space.Cox explains, “I can't wait to bring the Brad Cox roadshow to these cities to play some absolute milestone rooms. I've spent months working on how to bring the fans together to make this tour one to remember. I'm loading this trailer full of surprises that'll make this tour unlike any Brad Cox shows.

Join the Student Wellbeing and Support Team for a walk around beautiful Lake Ginninderra bushland on Ngunnawal Country, as we wind down after some big few weeks of the semester and reflect on our goals for the year.This walk will be hosted by members of the Wellbeing Team and UC Student Mentors.Meeting at Oscar's bakery to grab a coffee before we head off.Hope to see you all there!

Canberra's renowned music festival, Stonefest, announces an impressive local line-up as it returns with a DOUBLE-STAGE to the UC Lawns on Saturday, October 19, 2024. This year's edition is LOADED with a double stage line-up featuring Aria Award winning TEENAGE DADS and MAY-A, alongside the magnetic beats of Mansionair (DJ), Great Gable, the Sydney-based all-woman rock band The Buoys, and Kitschen Boy. Adding to the excitment, Stonefest '24 will host local talents like Lucy Sugerman, Zach Knows, Sonic Reducer, Jett Blyton, and captivating First Nations Singer-Songwriter Wallabindi. UC Students will have access to exclusive discounts on tickets - so message the group chat and rally your mates - we'll see you in October.

Presented by UC Student Wellbeing and International Support Let's get Crafty!Each week try a different craft activity including clay coasters, pot planting, painting and more!A time to take a moment to relax and let your creative energy flow!This event is for current UC Students

This semester, dinner's on us! treat yourself every few weeks with a free dinner, no cooking, no cleaning, no fuss! This semester's dates and menus are below:Wednesday August 21st - Burger NightWednesday September 25th - NoodlesWednesday October 23rd - Pasta Night

Take a well-deserved break away from it all. Come down to the coast (camping at either Saltwater Creek Campground or Little Beach Campground) to celebrate the end of the uni year or your degree. This long weekend trip (24-27 October) doesn’t have much of an agenda except to provide some well-needed rejuvenation from a hectic year!  Both of the campsites are right near the beach and provide many different areas for swimming, hiking, snorkelling, and surfing. There are many opportunities for various activities it’s all up to you.  We are waiting till availability opens up but will be booking a campsite at either Saltwater Creek Campground or Little Beach Campground for the whole time (24-27 October), and it is up to you how long you join. We need to know if you’re coming to see if we need to book more space. Please put your name on the signup sheet below.  End of Year Camping Trip 24-27 October The club will book the campground and provide any gear you need, but please make sure it is on the spreadsheet so we are aware before the trip. Transport, food and drinks are at your own expense.  For more information on either campsite, check out the links below.  https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/camping-and-accommodation/campgrounds/little-beach-campground?ref=visitor-info  https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/camping-and-accommodation/campgrounds/saltwater-creek-campground

Abstract: Barangaroo, a 22-hectare waterfront redevelopment precinct in Sydney, is emerging as a new icon of the city and the nation. As the last and largest redevelopment project of global significance in a major Australian city, Barangaroo is reshaping the Sydney CBD—the prime engine of the national economy and a strategic node of the global economy. However, the project’s journey has been fluctuated with complexities, changes, and conflicts. In this talk, I will trace the two-decade-long evolution of Barangaroo, revealing how a redevelopment project has become a battleground of competing interests—involving power, politics, and multiple stakeholders—and how these factors have impacted its process, delivery, and outcomes. Drawing from the Barangaroo experience, I will highlight critical lessons for megaproject management, particularly in strategic planning and balancing public and private interests.  Bio: Professor Richard Hu is an urban planner and a megaproject manager. His practice, research, and consultancy are diverse and international. He has collaborated with three tiers of Australian government and the World Bank on urban development issues. He is the co-author of Crafting Innovative Places for Australia’s Knowledge Economy and his forthcoming book is The Australian City. 

Come and explore & discover what the University of Canberra has to offer you!Hear from our Student Recruitment team, find out about our different entry pathways, uncover the many support services on offer, discuss all things sport, and meet with our knowledgeable staff to find your perfect career fit.We are young at heart, ambitious and curious. We focus on individuals and their communities rather than ourselves.We believe in building a brighter future. Whether transforming individuals, educating the future workforce or solving research challenges we approach everything with optimism, a fresh set of eyes, a professional sensibility and a drive to rapidly evolve and elevate.As the University of the nation’s capital we reflect the progressive, educated and welcoming environment of Canberra and the capital region. We are inclusive and approachable, confident in our abilities, and relate to different audiences by putting their interests first.Canberra is a central hub for the capital region and regional New South Wales and offers direct access to a safe and relaxed lifestyle that is complimented by all the benefits of a connected, progressive and growing city. We provide access to world-class teaching in a tight-knit campus environment that allows students to explore their individual passions, build lasting connections, have unique experiences that nurture their talent and drive and succeed in their chosen profession for the benefit of their community.We are a young and ambitious university, striving to elevate individuals and their communities that surround Canberra.We are a leader, a guide, a collaborator, a doer and a friend to those who wish to change themselves and the world around them for the benefit of their community, their nation and humanity.We hope to see you there!

Iconic Aussie rockers Spiderbait will hit the road with their Black Betty 20th Anniversary Tour this August, September and October, playing an extensive run of shows to celebrate the 20th Anniversary of their seminal 2004 album, Tonight Alright and standout track, ‘Black Betty’.Recorded in California, Tonight Alright (2004) leant into the hard rock sound of the early-2000’s. The album debuted at No.14 on the ARIA Album Chart that year and featured the band’s most popular song to date, ‘Black Betty’.Renowned for their dynamic on-stage energy, Spiderbait are without doubt one of the country’s most beloved live acts. Most recently touring Australia in 2022, the trio shows no sign of slowing down, their intensity and camaraderie endearing them to fans right across the globe.“Spiderbait made a mighty lush sound… They played with an energising, steamrolling pace that never let up” – MusicFeeds“… a roaring set, high energy, pub/alt-rock, shouting and groovy” – The MusicThe story of Spiderbait is an unlikely but heart-warming one – three friends from a small Australian country town taking on the music scene, and emerging triumphantly thirty years later, friendship intact, and now one of the biggest and best rock bands on the national landscape.The trio’s popularity spans three decades and shows no signs of abating. They’ve released seven acclaimed albums and chalked up almost every Australian accolade possible, taking home multiple ARIA Awards, topping charts and becoming the first Australian band to take the crown in triple j’s prestigious Hottest 100 of 1996 with ‘Buy Me A Pony’.Australian rock ‘n roll royalty, and with a catalogue of music that’s distinctive and uncompromising, Spiderbait’s anticipated Black Betty 20th Anniversary Tour will see the band playing their greatest hits and celebrating their greatest hit of all.

Glamour & Giving: UC Psychology Society Fundraising Ball When: 25th October 2024Where: UC HubWhere: from 7pm You are cordially invited to the inaugural Glamour & Giving Fundraising Ball, organized by UC Psychology Society. Step into an evening of sophistication and solidarity as we unite for a charitable cause close to our hearts. A percentage of each ticket sale and all money raised in the raffles will be donated to Terry Campese Foundation (TCF). TCF YOUTH MENTOR PROGRAM was designed for all young people who want to become the best version of themselves. For 20 weeks our mentors work with program participants to develop their mental and physical fitness in the lead up to an incredible final trekking experience. The final trek is what brings the process to life - providing a safe setting to face an obstacle that requires days of ongoing effort, with no option to quit when it gets too hard. This is where the lessons and skills gained over the 20 weeks of mentoring come into play and our young people get to see how much they’ve grown and what they can achieve if they just try.Highlights include: - Complimentary Drink: Toast to a night of generosity with a free drink on arrival. - Gourmet Food: Indulge in some delicious canapes and grazing dessert station alongside fellow guests. - Live DJ: Dance the night away to beats spun by our talented DJ. - Photo Booth: Capture memories with friends in our photo booth. - Raffles: Participate in exciting raffles featuring prizes donated by local businesses and sponsors, all to raise funds TCF.   Dress Code: Formal Op Shops Attire. With the purpose of this fundraiser being to raise funds we think it’s only right that everyone buys their outfits from their local op shop. We may have a sneaky little something for the nights Best Dressed. Ticket Information:Tickets are priced per person. Early Bird Member: $50Early Bird Non-member (student): $60Early Bird Non-member (public): $65(Early Bird available until 17th September)General Access Member: $60General Access Non-Member (student): $70General Access Non-Member (public): $75 Secure your spot early as space is limited.   Join us for a night of glamour and goodwill, where every moment spent contributes to a brighter future. We look forward to celebrating with you!

The UC Medical & Counselling Centre is offering FREE Mental Health First Aid training to UC students.Led by a Licensed Instructor, Mental Health First Aid is a practical, skills-based education program that equips people with the skills and confidence needed to recognise and respond to someone experiencing a mental health problem or crisis. Grounded in research and guided by the voice of lived experience, this course provides high-quality, safe and proven mental health first aid literacy and skills training to strengthen the support available to all Australians. 

UC research makes an impact on our community. From making our lakes and wetlands cleaner and healthier ecosystems for people to enjoy, to helping children engage with science, technology, engineering and mathematics at home as well as in the classroom, UC’s research plays an active role in shaping Canberra, our region and its people. The University of Canberra’s Research Festival 2024 will be held across November, at locations around the region and on our beautiful Bruce campus, and will focus on sharing the impact of UC research on people and place. Research Festival 2024 will see the launch of the Life of a CBRn installation: a visual timeline outlining examples of our research that has impacted Canberrans across their lifetime.Download the Festival program or explore all events and register your interest online.

UC research makes an impact on our community. From making our lakes and wetlands cleaner and healthier ecosystems for people to enjoy, to helping children engage with science, technology, engineering and mathematics at home as well as in the classroom, UC’s research plays an active role in shaping Canberra, our region and its people. The University of Canberra’s Research Festival 2024 will be held across November, at locations around the region and on our beautiful Bruce campus, and will focus on sharing the impact of UC research on people and place. Research Festival 2024 will see the launch of the Life of a CBRn installation: a visual timeline outlining examples of our research that has impacted Canberrans across their lifetime.Download the Festival program or explore all events and register your interest online.

UC research makes an impact on our community. From making our lakes and wetlands cleaner and healthier ecosystems for people to enjoy, to helping children engage with science, technology, engineering and mathematics at home as well as in the classroom, UC’s research plays an active role in shaping Canberra, our region and its people. The University of Canberra’s Research Festival 2024 will be held across November, at locations around the region and on our beautiful Bruce campus, and will focus on sharing the impact of UC research on people and place. Research Festival 2024 will see the launch of the Life of a CBRn installation: a visual timeline outlining examples of our research that has impacted Canberrans across their lifetime.Download the Festival program or explore all events and register your interest online.

SHREK RAVE IS COMING TO CANBERRA FOR HALLOWEEN!????You’re invited to our swamp for the HALLOWEEN SHREK RAVE! DJs playing Shrek hits & party bangers all night long to bring out your inner ogre! Shrek DJ Set, Crazy Shrek Performers, ‘I’m A Believer’ Singalongs, Shrek Visuals, Shrek Giveaways & Shrek Themed Drinks Dress code: GREEN or Your Favourite Halloween Shrek Character - Best Shrek inspired outfit wins a prize!  

The Mental health harm Prevention (MhhP) Showcase will take place on 18 November 2024 at the University of Canberra’s Ann Harding Conference Centre, 10am - 5pm. The focus will be on preventing harm to young people’s mental health in the Canberra region. Some areas of focus include: Research, Technology, and InnovationCommunity EngagementEducation and AwarenessPolicy and AdvocacyWe look forward to welcoming you!

Introduction to Analysis of Socio-economic Data Using STATALocation: 11B44, University of CanberraDATE: Thursday 21 and Friday 22 November 2024, 9:00am-4:00pmCONTACT:  inga.stebbing@canberra.edu.auInstructor: Professor Xiaodong Gong Workshop description: This workshop by Professor Xiaodong Gong offers a hands-on introduction to applied socio-economic data analysis. With a combination of lectures and computer lab sessions, this course is designed for people who wish to refresh or develop their skills in quantitative socio-economic data analysis and social policy modelling. Topics covered include introduction to the use of STATA; introduction to applied data analysis and regressions, model specification and construction, interpretation of regression results, and model evaluation (diagnostic testing). The participants will gain further insight into these topics by applications on real-world data.About the instructor: Professor Xiaodong Gong has published in International and Australian journals such as Journal of Economic Behavior and Organization, Annals of Applied Statistics, Journal of Human Resources, Journal of Econometrics, Journal of Applied Econometrics, Economic Development and Cultural Change, The Economic Record and many other reputable journals. His work includes modelling labour supply, tax and welfare policy, childcare, labour mobility, child development and education, and household consumption.Prior to joining University of Canberra, Xiaodong has worked at the Institute for the Study of Labour (IZA) in Germany, The Australian National University, and the Australian Treasury. He is a Fellow of the IZA.This workshop is for UC staff and students only. The target audience includes HDR/Honours students and early career researchers who are conducting empirical analysis.STATA software/(trial version) will be provided for participants who do not have access to it.Contents:basics of regressionbasics of STATAinterpreting coefficientsgoodness of fithypothesis testingmodel specification issues—diagnostic and remediesProgram: will be provided down the track.  References: No specific references are suggested although participants are encouraged to bring any STATA documentation they may have. For an overview of the STATA package, please visit http://survey-design.com.au or http://stata.comREGISTRATIONS details: The workshop is free but participants need to register through Humanitix before 1 October 2024Please note that the workshop will only proceed if there is enough interest.

The Indigenous Higher Education Curriculum Conference will be a three-day conference held at the University of Canberra from Monday 25 to Wednesday 27 November 2024. There will be a unique On-Country Experience on Monday 25 November, and optional specialised and applied professional development workshops on Thursday 28 November.The Indigenous Higher Education Curriculum Conference was started by UTS in 2022 and is now supported by an International Indigenous Curriculum Community of Practice. The purpose of the conference is to highlight that Australian universities are progressively embedding Indigenous perspectives into higher education curriculum to provide students with Indigenous graduate attributes to work with and for Indigenous Australians across their chosen professions.

2024 JOINT ANZRSAI/RSA CONFERENCE? INCLUSIVE REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT47th Australian and New Zealand Regional Science Association International,and the 5th Regional Studies Association Australasian Conference CALL FOR PAPERSThe conference this year will go back to the general theme of development with a particular focus of being inclusive. The theme hopes to cover a wide range of topics from the understanding of development, various indicators such as economic activity, income and wealth, the fulfilment of housing, transport, infrastructure, the role of technology and artificial intelligence and various other factors such as government and governance. In trying to capture the inclusiveness of development within and between people, space and place, the conference will also look at topic such as Urban-Rural Divide, Cultural, Community and Intergenerational issues.This conference is convened jointly by the Australia and New Zealand Regional Science Association International (ANZRSAI) and the Regional Studies Association (RSA). The two associations bring together researchers across academic and policy fields to explore the cutting edge of regional development and regional analysis in Australia, New Zealand and around the world. The event will be hosted by the University of Canberra on 2-3 December 2024. It will be a hybrid conference so on-line presentation and attendance will be available.Proposals for contributed papers, for themed panels, or for special sessions, will be welcomed on any topic related to regional development.For those who can attend in person, the venue is the Ann Harding Conference Centre at University of Canberra. More information on the conference and other relevant material will be available from the University Canberra (UC) Event, RSA and ANZRSAI websites at: Regional Studies Association?? https://www.regionalstudies.org/events/2024-australasia/ANZRSAI TIMETABLE17 October Final date for submission of proposals for themed panels or special sessions on particular topics.17 October Final date for submission of abstracts for papers.24 October Date for notification of acceptance of paper.31 October Final date for conference registration for paper presenters, for their paper to be confirmed in the programme.31 October Final date for submission of full paper by authors wanting their contribution to be considered for the best paper awards.18 November Date for publication of programme.1 December Informal welcome party (optional, time TBC)2-3 December Conference3 December Conference Dinner 7pm (separate registration necessary)ABSTRACT SUBMISSIONThe Regional Studies Association (RSA) and the Australia and New Zealand Regional Science Association International (ANZRSAI) Council invite contributions from academics, practitioners and policy advisors on any aspect of regional studies and science for presentation at the conference. The programme will include PowerPoint presentations, academic papers (which may be peer reviewed), themed panels and special sessions on topics in regional science theory, regional development practice or regional planning policy. Presentations can be made in person, or on-line in two or three parallel sessions.Click here https:https://www.regionalstudies.org/events/2024-australasia/ to submit your abstract.TRAVEL AND ACCOMMODATIONUniversity of Canberra, is located in the west of Canberra at the central business district of Belconnen. There is a wide range of accommodation available with Mercure Belconnen and Abode Belconnen less than 2km (walking distance) from the venue. The University also has short term accommodation available on campus. Please contact csm.campuswest@unilodge.com.au with any enquiries.Special offer on accommodation will be added to our conference page at https://www.anzrsai.org/conference/conference-2024/CONFERENCE REGISTRATIONThis joint Regional Studies Association (RSA) and ANZRSAI conference will start with informal welcome event on the evening of Sunday 1 December 2024 (place & time TBC) and be followed by two days of stimulating plenary addresses, panels of expert speakers and parallel sessions of submitted papers.This is an opportunity for Regional Studies Association members and ANZRSAI members and others interested in regional issues to share experiences and network with each other, to keep up-to-date with latest developments in regional research and to address important issues in regional planning.Once the programme of plenary speakers is finalised, details will be published on the conference partners’ websites.Registration for the conference includes morning and afternoon tea as well as admission to all plenary and parallel sessions.FEESEarly Bird Standard Registration (paid before 31 October) $350.00Standard Registration for full conference (paid after 31 October) $400.00Student or Emeritus Registration for full conference $150.00ANZRSAI Awards Dinner (Monday 2 December, 7pm) $125.00To register for the conference, please visit: https://www.anzrsai.org/conference/conference-2024/reg ? INVITATION FROM THE ANZRSAI AND RSA LEADERSOur two regional studies organisations, the Regional Studies Association (RSA) and ANZRSAI, are delighted to be able to jointly host a conference bringing together regional researchers globally. The theme of this year's conference, “Inclusive Regional Development”, covers a wide range of topics from the understanding of development, its indicators, its determinants and more importantly how to make it more inclusive within and between people, space and place, including in terms of Urban-Rural Divide, Cultural, Community and Intergenerational issues. Therefore, we encourage the participation of those working to enhance wellbeing, including scholars, policy makers and people involved in advocating and delivering various programmes to the communities.We are delighted that the Faculty of Business, Government and Law will host the conference in Canberra. Bringing the conference to the Australian Capital and the seat of government will provide an ideal venue for the interaction between scholars, policy makers and community workers to discuss how to bring development to everyone. This is also reflected by the range of keynote speakers for this conference. We are confident this conference will have a wide appeal for those working in regional studies and science and for related policy makers.We, thank BCARR – the Bureau of Communications, Arts and Regional Research – in the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts, for their financial support as the Conference’s chief sponsor. This is a significant contribution to regional studies and science in AustraliaAmong other publication opportunities, participants are welcome to submit papers presented at the conference to the Australasian Journal of Regional Studies or to any of the RSA’s six journals – Regional Studies; Spatial Economic Analysis; Territory, Politics, Governance; Regional Studies, Regional Science; Area Development and Policy and finally the new start journal Finance & Space.Yogi Vidyattama, ANZRSAI, and Alan Kinder, RSATHE KEYNOTE SPEAKERSAndrew Leigh is the Assistant Minister for Competition, Charities and Treasury, and Federal Member for Fenner in the ACT. Prior to being elected in 2010, Andrew was a professor of economics at the Australian National University. He holds a PhD in Public Policy from Harvard, having graduated from the University of Sydney with first class honours in Arts and Law. Andrew is a past recipient of the Economic Society of Australia's Young Economist Award and a Fellow of the Australian Academy of Social Sciences. He has many publications with the latest books include, Reconnected: A Community Builder's Handbook (with Nick Terrell) (2020), What's the Worst That Could Happen? Existential Risk and Extreme Politics (2021) and Fair Game: Lessons From Sport for a Fairer Society & a Stronger Economy (2022).Kirsty Leslie is currently the Director of the Regional Workforce Assessments team at Jobs and Skills Australia (JSA). This team plays a key role in drawing together labour market and skills data analysis and insights at a regional level and is leading the work towards JSA producing a Regional Jobs and Skills Roadmap. Kirsty holds a Bachelor of Science in Statistics. Kirsty has an established career of over 25 years working across Government in senior statistical roles at Jobs and Skills Australia (JSA), the Australian Bureau of Statistics, the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare and the departments of Education and Employment. Kirsty was the director of labour statistics at the ABS for many years and was recognised as an international expert in this field. Kirsty has a long history in statistical concepts and data strategies, survey management, and data integration across labour, education and training and health areas.Rebecca Vassarotti MLA is a Member for the seat of Kurrajong, elected in 2020. A member of the ACT Greens, she is the ACT Minister for the Environment, Heritage, Homelessness and Housing Services; and Sustainable Building and Construction (2020-2023). Rebecca earned her Bachelor of Arts (with majors in Anthropology and Political Science) and her Masters in Environmental Law from the Australian National University. Rebecca has extensive experience in the community sector, having held the positions of Executive Director at YWCA Canberra, Deputy CEO of the Australian Council of Social Service, and Executive Director of the International Network on Hepatitis and Substance Use. Rebecca has been a long term advocate for social justice and equality. Throughout her career, she has taken a keen focus to addressing issues like gender equity, homelessness, affordable housing, gambling reform and drug harm reduction.Professor Jacki Schirmer is the director of the Centre for Environmental Governance, Lead of the WellRes research unit and Chair of the Climate Change Adaptation and Resilience Research Network at the University of Canberra. Jacki's own research focuses on understanding the social dimensions of natural resource management and resilience to extreme climatic events, particularly how people's access to and use of natural resources affects their health and wellbeing. She leads the Regional Wellbeing Survey, an annual survey examining the views of 15,000 rural, regional and urban Australians about the liveability and resilience of their community, and their own wellbeing and resilience.Dr Liz Allen is a demographer and senior lecturer at ANU Centre for Social Policy Research, where she researches population dynamics and teaches research methods. She is a member of ANU Council and an advocate for inclusive and accessible higher education. Liz was named among the ABC Top 5 Humanities and Social Sciences academics in Australia in 2018, and a woman to watch by the Australian Financial Review in 2023. Dr Allen is a member of the National Foundation of Australian Women social policy committee, and a regular media commentator for all things demography. Her book, The Future of Us (2020), is a call to action to build a stronger Australia through fairness and equality.CONFERENCE COMMITTEE:Associate Professor Yogi Vidyattama, University of CanberraProfessor Delwar AkbarKaren Cain, Transition & Recovery AustraliaProfessor Michael Cameron, University of Waikato.Associate Professor Azizur Rahman, Charles Sturt University (CSU).Dr Greg Jones, University of Southern Queensland (Toowoomba campus).Professor Tony Sorensen , University of New England.Professor Rolf Gerritsen , Charles Darwin University.Dr Kim Houghton, Strategic Economic SolutionsDr Paul McPhee , University of Wollongong.Dr. Deanna Hutchinson , Swinburne University of TechnologyProfessor Matthew Roskruge, Massey University