MELBOURNE KNOWLEDGE WEEK 2014
27 Oct - 2 Nov
#KNOWLEDGECITY
melbourne.vic.gov.au/knowledgeweek
The City of Melbourne
WELCOME
Welcome to the City of Melbourne’s fifth annual Melbourne Knowledge Week.
Melbourne Knowledge Week celebrates our multi-billion dollar knowledge sector and the ideas and talent that have
earned Melbourne the title of world’s most admired knowledge city for a third time.
This year’s Melbourne Knowledge Week program will feature more than 90 events including exhibitions, tours, panel
discussions, challenges and workshops. It will showcase our expertise in a range of fields including education and
research, biotechnology, advanced manufacturing, information and communication technology and our creative
sector.
We encourage you to participate in Melbourne Knowledge Week and learn more about the exciting and innovative
work that is shaping our great city.
Lord Mayor Robert Doyle and Councillor Jackie Watts, Chair, Knowledge City
OVERVIEW
Melbourne Knowledge Week (MKW) supports and celebrates the innovation, creativity, idea-sharing and thoughtleadership that contributes to Melbourne being one of the leading knowledge
cities in the world.
We have partnered with a range of organisations, businesses and individuals to create a showcase of exclusive
opportunities and experiences which will expand horizons and broaden minds across the city.
Lots of events are free and there is something for everyone.
Hear from industry specialists about the future of global business; discover what happens when art combines with
technology; meet tech entrepreneurs or get involved in shaping our city, and explore Melbourne’s world class medical
precinct to meet some of Australia’s best scientists.
And for the first time we have our own Knowledge Hub on Swanston Street where you can take part in a variety of
extra events or find out what’s happening throughout the week.
This is a great opportunity for everyone, to discover, celebrate and contribute to the wealth of knowledge in our
community.
FUTURE OF BUSINESS
CONFERENCE
DARE FESTIVAL
Monday 27 October, 8.30am to 5pm
Copland Theatre, University of Melbourne, 198 Berkeley Street, Parkville
Wheelchair – yes. Book online
Dare Festival Melbourne explores workplace happiness, engagement and innovation. Business leaders and inspiring thinkers will share their stories
about innovative and inspiring workplaces. Part of a series of events held in London, Oslo, Antwerp, Toronto and Melbourne.
PRESENTED BY TABAR
FORUM
WHAT IS A B CORPORATION, AND HOW DO I BECOME ONE?
Tuesday 28 October or Wednesday 29 October, 9.30am to 11am
Knowledge Hub, Melbourne Town Hall, corner Lt Collins Street and Swanston Street, Melbourne
Wheelchair – yes. Register online
B Corporations are better companies – better for workers, better for communities and better for the environment. Learn how to become a certified B
Corporation and join the global community redefining success in business based on social and environmental performance, accountability, and
transparency.
PRESENTED BY B LAB AUSTRALIA
AND NEW ZEALAND LTD
FORUM
RMIT GLOBAL FUTURES FORUM
Monday 27 October, 5.30pm to 8.30pm
RMIT College of Business, Swanston Academic Building 80, 445 Swanston Street, Melbourne
Wheelchair – yes. Register online
Join ABC News Breakfast’s Michael Rowland as he hosts a panel discussion with prominent industry figures to identify the challenges and
opportunities facing global business. Connect with thought leaders from the worlds of finance, technology, energy, social enterprise and the media
to explore the theme ‘Designing Sustainable Business Models’.
RMIT UNIVERSITY
FORUM
IS THERE A FUTURE FOR MANUFACTURING IN AUSTRALIA?
Wednesday 29 October, 6.15pm to 7.30pm
Carrillo Gantner Lecture Theatre, Sidney Myer Asia Centre, 761 Swanston Street, Parkville
Wheelchair – yes. Register online
This forum will investigate the role of leadership in shaping and driving Australia’s transition to a high value manufacturing economy. A panel of
experts will explore how leadership roles and techniques will impact the future of manufacturing, and identify ways to ensure Australian companies
remain globally competitive.
PRESENTED BY CENTRE FOR
WORKPLACE LEADERSHIP
FORUM
STARTUP GRIND MELBOURNE HOSTS ENVATO
Wednesday 29 October, 6pm to 9pm
NAB, 700 Bourke Street, Docklands
Wheelchair – yes. Book online
Join the Melbourne edition of Startup Grind, a global startup community that educates, inspires, and connects entrepreneurs. Hear guest speaker
Collis Ta’eed’s personal stories and lessons learned on the road to building the sucessful company Envato, and connect with the entrepreneurs
behind many other amazing startups.
PRESENTED BY STARTUP GRIND MELBOURNE
FORUM
THE INFLUENCE OF BRANDS
Tuesday 28 October, 6pm to 8pm
Kelvin Club, 14-30 Melbourne Place, Melbourne
Wheelchair – yes. Book online
Can a consumer brand have a positive voice, and can it create change? Does it ultimately influence consumer behaviour? Join industry leaders,
Ben & Jerry’s, Whole Kids, Toms, and Patagonia for discussions on the the influence of purpose-driven brands.
PRESENTED BY B LAB AUSTRALIA
& NEW ZEALAND LTD
FORUM
BUILDING THE FUTURE: NEW MANUFACTURING
Thursday 30 October, 7.30am to 9am
RMIT Advanced Manufacturing Precinct, Level 2, 58 Cardigan Street, Carlton
Wheelchair – yes. Register online
Join Ticky Fullerton from ABC’s ‘The Business’ and experts from RMIT University and CSIRO over breakfast. Hear about rapid product design and
prototyping using state-of-the-art fabrication technologies such as electron beam melting for 3D printing of metals.
PRESENTED BY CSIRO
FORUM
WOMEN IN LEADERSHIP FORUM
Tuesday 28 October, 7am to 9am
La Trobe University City Campus, Level 20, 360 Collins Street, Melbourne
Wheelchair – yes. Book online. All proceeds donated to the inspiring Women into Leadership Fund
The ‘confidence gap’ is often cited as an important reason for the discrepancy in participation rates between men and women in senior leadership
positions. But is it that simple? Hear from a panel of industry leaders at this breakfast forum to discuss the importance of self-belief for women at
work.
PRESENTED BY LA TROBE UNIVERSITY
WALKING TOUR
FUTURE WORKPLACES –
CBD WALKING TOUR
Thursday 30 October, 8.45am to 1pm
Tour departing from Hub Melbourne, 673 Bourke Street, Melbourne.
Wheelchair – yes. Book online. Includes lunch
Visit a selection of Melbourne’s most innovative and forward-thinking workplaces. Guided by a workspace design expert, participants will explore
the way workplaces have supported and shaped organisational culture, and what the next wave of innovation will bring.
PRESENTED BY CENTRE FOR
WORKPLACE LEADERSHIP
FORUM
PERFECT MATCH
Wednesday 29 October, 7.30am to 9am
The Wheeler Centre, 176 Little Lonsdale Street, Melbourne
Wheelchair – yes. Register online
This interactive forum looks at the secrets to successful collaboration between research institutions and industry partners. Real-life industry and
researcher ‘couples’ will be interviewed on stage about their perfect match: how did they meet, what attracted them to each other and how do they
ensure the relationship goes the distance? This event is of particular relevance for start-ups, businesses, researchers and tertiary students with an
interest in applied research partnerships.
PRESENTED BY NICTA
FORUM AND MASTERCLASS
THRIVABLE MELBOURNE FORUM
Wednesday 29 October,
8.30am to 5.30pm
RMIT Capitol Theatre, 113 Swanston Street, Melbourne
Wheelchair – yes. Book online
In order to thrive at its greatest capacity, how does the city of today create a compelling tomorrow? Join a comedian, expert panelists and
community knowledge holders, for a diverse and entertaining forum. Participate in interactive sessions exploring thrivable futures for education,
community/governance and business. Bring charged mobile devices!
PRESENTED BY POSITIVE HANDPRINTS
WORKSHOP
INNOVA CITY POWERED BY TEAM ACADEMY
Thursday 30 October, 9am to 4pm
The Henley Club, Level 1, 8 Rankins Lane, Melbourne
Wheelchair – No. Book online
How can students prepare for the jobs of the future? 21st century skills include collaboration, leadership and creative thinking. This workshop
provides the opportunity for the next generation to put them into practice sooner than later. Innova City is an one day bootcamp for undergraduate
university students to collaborate, test new ideas and experience real life challenges.
PRESENTED BY POWERHOUSEHQ
ACTIVITY
STARTUP WEEKEND EDUCATION MELBOURNE
From 6pm Friday 31 October to 7pm Sunday 2 November
Queens Collective, L1/20
Queen Street, Melbourne
Wheelchair – yes. Book online
Calling all educators, entrepreneurs, developers and designers for a weekend-long event where creative doers will form teams to prototype and test
ideas around redesigning education models. Using lean startup methodology, participants will create something of value together, developing skills,
expanding their networks and having fun!
PRESENTED BY POWERHOUSEHQ
FORUM AND WORKSHOP
RE-THINKING THE SMART CITY
Thursday 30 October, 6pm to 9pm
Library at the Dock,
107 Victoria Harbour, Docklands
Wheelchair – yes. Register online
Smart city is the new buzzword, but what does it mean? Join this forum and workshop to explore how government, residents and the private sector
can work together effectively to create stronger, more resilient communities. This ‘roll up your sleeves’ event will convene innovators from local
governments and mix it up with civic-minded technologists, designers, community organisers, and entrepreneurs. Expect guest speakers, demos,
prototypes and commitment to making Melbourne a better, smarter city.
PRESENTED BY CODE FOR AUSTRALIA
WORKSHOP
PEER ACADEMY WORKSHOPS
Multiple days, see online for details
Knowledge Hub, Melbourne Town Hall, corner Lt Collins Street and Swanston Street , Melbourne
Wheelchair – yes. Book online
Peer Academy inspires change through changing the way we learn. Our goal is simple, to bring together innovators and collaborators across
corporate, government and not for profits who are passionate about accelerating change in their organisations. Focused on the skills needed for the
21st century, Peer Academy provides a platform for professionals to increase their capabilities through sharing skills, tools and knowledge.
PRESENTED BY PEER ACADEMY
WORKSHOP
COLLABORATIVE KNOWLEDGE CREATION
Wednesday 29 October, 5.30pm to 7pm
Knowledge Hub, Melbourne Town Hall, corner Lt Collins Street and Swanston Street, Melbourne
Wheelchair – yes. Register online
This digitally enhanced interactive workshop, explores the potential of collaborative technologies for co-creating real-time knowledge. Join us to
learn about collaboration as a tool to create new knowledge across social, industry and disciplinary boundaries, now and in the future.
PRESENTED BY COLLABFORGE
FORUM
STOP APOLOGISING FOR YOUR ARTS DEGREE: HUMANITIES AT WORK IN BUSINESS AND BEYOND
Thursday 30 October, 6.30pm to 7.30pm
The Wheeler Centre, 176 Little Lonsdale Street
Wheelchair – yes. Register online
Why are arts students forced to defend their pursuit of such ‘useless’ degrees? Karen Hitchcock and Lisa Gorton discuss how their humanities
backgrounds have helped in their careers - careers one would not readily associate with the humanities. They will demonstrate that the skills
acquired through studying history, literature and philosophy are relevant in a wide range of professions.
PRESENTED BY HUMANITIES 21
ARTS AND CULTURE
SELF-GUIDED TOUR
MELBOURNE FOR IDEALISTS
Monday 27 October to Sunday 2 November. All day, self-guided tour.
Wheelchair – yes. Purchase guide book online
Melbourne was founded by citizens looking to create a better life, an ideal city of culture, learning and opportunity. Take this self-guided tour any
day during Melbourne Knowledge Week by purchasing the tour book online. You will be able to follow the trail at your own pace, in your own time.
Explore, discover and contemplate the impact that big ideas have had on shaping our city. Share your own experiences on social media and see
what others have discovered.
PRESENTED BY IF CREATIVE
WORKSHOP
VISUAL ARTS IN HEALTH EDUCATION DEMONSTRATION SESSION
Thursday 30 October, 5pm to 6.30pm
The Ian Potter Museum of Art, University of Melbourne, 800 Swanston Street (between Faraday Street and Elgin Street), Parkville
Wheelchair – yes. Register online
At first glance a crisp white doctor’s coat may look slightly out of place in the quiet calm of an art gallery, but an innovative partnership program at
the University of Melbourne is drawing a new picture of teaching and learning. Dr Heather Gaunt will lead this masterclass where participants will
discover how studying art increases visual observation skills that can then be applied to clinical scenarios for medical and dentistry students.
PRESENTED BY THE IAN POTTER MUSEUM OF ART, UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE
TOUR
MELBOURNE CBD: CITY GALLERY ARTS TOUR
Saturday 1 November, 11.30am to 2pm
Meet at Pellegrini’s Espresso Bar, 66 Bourke St, Melbourne
Wheelchair – yes. Book online
Join Jane O’Neill and find the latest offerings at Melbourne’s best commercial galleries and artist-run initiatives. The tour incorporates some of the
most dynamic contemporary art galleries hidden within the inner city, as well as key public artwork and street art.
PRESENTED BY CAE
TOUR
CITY OF LITERATURE
Friday 31 October, 1.30pm to 4pm
CAE, 253 Flinders Lane, Melbourne
Wheelchair – yes. Book online
Explore Melbourne central city’s fascinating literary history with local author Meyer Eidelson. Featuring specialist booksellers hidden away in
heritage buildings, upstairs, downstairs and in laneways, this tour showcases our literary history, and the books and places which have contributed
to Melbourne being designated a UNESCO World City of Literature earlier this year.
PRESENTED BY CAE
WORKSHOP
INTRODUCTION TO ART AND ART MAKING
Thursday 30 October, 3.30pm to 7pm
The Dax Centre, The University of Melbourne, Kenneth Myer Building, Genetics Lane, Parkville
Wheelchair – yes. Book online
Art making can improve our skills in self-reflection, managing emotions, relaxation and promoting a positive mood. Through creative processes
people can express experiences for which there are no words. This workshop will combine theory, principles and experiential learning conducted in
a safe and supportive environment by an art therapist.
PRESENTED BY THE DAX CENTRE
PERFORMANCE AND PANEL DISCUSSION
THE CRACK UP: TRANSMEDIA DANCE PERFORMANCE
PERFORMANCE
Friday 31 October 8pm to 9pm
Saturday 1 November 2pm to 3pm
and 8pm to 9pm.
PANEL DISCUSSION
Follows the performance on
Saturday at 3.30pm to 4.30pm.
Merlyn Theatre, The Coopers Malthouse, 113 Sturt Street, Southbank
Wheelchair – yes. Book online
Inspired by F. Scott Fitzgerald’s short story, The Crack Up integrates live dancers with virtual ‘performers,’ placing the action within massive 3D
projected stereoscopic landscapes. Stunning movement and virtual images are augmented by an interactive device app, allowing the audience to
delve into the theatrical experience as never before. A panel discussion entitled ‘Performance and Technology: where to from here?’ will be held
after the performance on Saturday.
DEAKIN MOTION.LAB
STUDIO VISIT
LUNCHTIME OPEN ARTIST STUDIO – ABEL KORINSKY AT RMIT
Tuesday 28 October and Thursday 30 October, 1pm to 1.30pm
RMIT City Campus, Melbourne
Wheelchair – no. Register online
What would happen if sounds from the past could be reconstructed and heard again? What would the Big Bang sound like? Watch and listen as
sound installation artist Abel Korinsky discusses whether sounds from the Big Bang might be made audible again, and how.
PRESENTED BY EXPERIMENTA MEDIA ARTS
PERFORMANCE WORKSHOP
BE A COMPOSER!
Thursday 30 October and Friday 31 October, 5pm to 6pm; Saturday 1 November, 1pm to 2pm.
Performance:
Saturday 1 November, 3pm to 4pm
Melbourne City Library, 253 Flinders Lane, Melbourne
Wheelchair – yes. Register online
A 3-day interactive music composition and performance workshop with Ben Opie, Melissa Doecke and Phoebe Green. These workshops culminate
in a piece that is developed with participants throughout the week. Learn about the creative process, new techniques, commissioning new works
and collaborating with artists.
PRESENTED BY INVENTI ENSEMBLE
FORUM
BIG BANG SOUNDS – IN CONVERSATION WITH DR KATIE MACK (ASTROKATIE) AND ARTIST ABEL KORINSKY.
Wednesday 29 October, 5.30pm to 7pm
RMIT City Campus, Melbourne
Wheelchair – yes. Register online
An artist and an astrophysicist discuss the Big Bang. What did the Big Bang sound like; what did it look like? Lawrence Harvey speaks with Artist
Abel Korinsky and astrophysicist Dr Katie Mack about dark matter, black holes and how new research and findings may change our lives in the
future.
PRESENTED BY EXPERIMENTA MEDIA ARTS
CHILDREN AND FAMILY
WORKSHOP
BLOCKS FOR LITTLE ARCHITECTS
Sunday 2 November, 10am to 11.30am
Deakin Edge, Federation Square, Corner of Flinders and Swanston Streets, Melbourne
Wheelchair – yes. Register online
Transform Deakin Edge into a room of masterpieces, creating the city of the future using building blocks. This family-friendly event provides children
aged five to ten the opportunity to learn more about architecture through discussion and play with building blocks. Creations will be formed based
on 2014 Victorian Architecture Awards entries and well-known Melbourne buildings.
PRESENTED BY AUSTRALIAN INSTITUTE
OF ARCHITECTS
WORKSHOP
POSSIBLE FUTURES
Choose from sessions on Saturday 1 November, 11.30am to 1pm or 2pm to 3.30pm; and Sunday 2 November, 12.30pm to 2pm
The Library at The Dock, 107 Victoria Harbour Promenade, Docklands
Wheelchair – yes. Register online
A chance for kids to get their thinking caps on and explore big questions about the future! Discussions about space travel, smart robots and alien
encounters will be inspired by short films, role-plays, thought experiments and inventions. These exciting small-group workshops will ignite children’s
curiosity and empower them to think critically and creatively. Suitable for two age groups: eight to nine-year-olds, and 10 to 12-year-olds.
PRESENTED BY THE PHILOSOPHY CLUB
WORKSHOP
SOUND OF DRAWING
Drop in anytime during the sessions on Friday 31 October and Saturday 1 November
10am to 12pm and 2pm to 4pm.
Knowledge Hub, Melbourne Town Hall, corner Lt Collins Street and Swanston Street, Melbourne
Wheelchair - yes
Experienced artists from Polyglot will guide children through creative drawing exercises with a table that has been wired for sound. The physical
action of drawing, combined with sound technology results in a live soundscape and shared artwork reflecting the imagination and energy of the
community. Suitable for ages three to 12 years.
POLYGLOT THEATRE
COMMUNITY LEARNING AND KNOWLEDGE SHARE
FORUM
LIFELONG EDUCATION FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
Tuesday 28 October, 12.30pm to 2pm
Council Chamber, Building 1, Level 2 R, 124 La Trobe Street, Melbourne
Wheelchair – yes. Register online
This workshop enables members of the public to learn about relevant research, analyse key policy statements, explore initiatives and understand
the gains made in the past 15 years in relation to the sustainable development goals of lifelong learning.
PRESENTED BY EU CENTRE RMIT UNIVERSITY
WORKSHOP
THE COLLABORATIVE SCHOOL DAY
Friday 31 October, 9am to 4pm
Hub Melbourne, Level 3, 673 Bourke Street, Melbourne
Wheelchair – yes. Register online
Join in for a day of discussion, and peer to peer learning at the Hub Melbourne Club house. First, an introduction to Collaborative Learning, then a
collaborative un-conference, where you will utilise key knowledge sharing skills. The workshop finishes with a panel discussion on ‘What is the
future of learning and what’s stopping us from realising it?
PRESENTED BY HUB MELBOURNE
WORKSHOP
CLASSES IN ANYTHING AND EVERYTHING
Monday 27 October, 6.15pm and 8pm at Shebeen Cafe and Wednesday 29 October, 6.15pm and 8pm at The Little Mule Cafe.
The Little Mule Cafe, 19 Somerset Place; and Shebeen Cafe, 36 Manchester Lane, Melbourne
Wheelchair – yes. Book online
Want to learn new things? Come to a Laneway Learning evening class and you might go away with know-how on Neuroplasticitiy or how to view
paintings through an art historian’s eyes. The classes are super informal, taught by ordinary people from the local community; scientists teach about
science and bookworms about books. During Melbourne Knowledge Week the theme will be all things new and thought-provoking.
LANEWAY LEARNING
WORKSHOP, LECTURES AND ACTIVITIES
CITY OF MELBOURNE LIBRARY SERVICE ACTIVITES
Monday 27 October to Sunday 2nd November. Refer online for more details of times, activities and locations
Across all Melbourne Libraries as well as Parliament House, Arts Centre, city gardens (Cooks’ Cottage) and other exciting outdoor places. Check
online for more details.
Wheelchair – yes. Register online
A week-long selection of art, politics, history and technology discussions and explorations. Come along, take part and celebrate Melbourne
Knowledge Week.
PRESENTED BY CITY OF MELBOURNE
WORKSHOP
MARCO POLO MARATHON
Saturday 1 November, 10am to 5.30pm
Multicultural Hub, 506 Elizabeth Street, Melbourne
Wheelchair – no. Register online
Are you curious about life in China, learning Mandarin or just a regular polyglot? The Marco Polo marathon will take you on a guided journey
through language and culture. Come with your friends or colleagues, or meet new friends on the day, to read, translate and edit original voices from
Australia and China.
PRESENTED BY MARCO POLO PROJECT
FORUM
DAVID RITTER: ON BEING FREE
Sunday 2 November, 3pm to 5pm
Donkey Wheel House, 673 Bourke Street, Melbourne
Wheelchair – yes. Book online
It is a commonplace assumption that to live the good life is to be free. But what is the meaning of freedom and how free should we be? In exploring
our limits, Greenpeace Australia CEO David Ritter will draw on the wisdom of Lady Gaga, Soren Kierkegaard, Steve Jobs and Julia Gillard.
PRESENTED BY THE SCHOOL
OF LIFE AUSTRALIA
FORUM
THE PORT OF MELBOURNE –
WITH ANN GIBSON
Wednesday 29 October,
10.30am to 11.30am
Old Treasury Building, 20 Spring Street, Melbourne
Wheelchair – no. Book online
Ann Gibson, President of the Port Melbourne Historical and Preservation Society and an expert in maritime history will explore many of the
intriguing photographs and stories of the port, from mid-19th century to the present, depicted in the Sailing into Melbourne exhibition now showing
at Old Treasury Building.
PRESENTED BY OLD TREASURY BUILDING
INFORMATION SESSION AND WORKSHOP
OPEN BADGES FOR A CITY OF LEARNING
Monday 27 October, 6pm to 8pm or Tuesday 28 October, 1pm to 3pm
Knowledge Hub, Melbourne Town Hall, corner Lt Collins Street and Swanston Street, Melbourne
Wheelchair – yes. Book online
Learn how your organisation can create, issue and verify open badges. Open badges are a digital currency that can be used to recognise learners’
achievements. Explore examples of organisations and even entire cities that are mobilising open badges to recognise learners for skills, knowledge,
achievements and participation. There’s a chance to stay for the follow-up workshop and get hands-on by designing a badge right on the spot.
PRESENTED BY ACADEMIC TRIBE
FORUM
HOW STUFF GETS TO MELBOURNE: BIG MACHINES, PEOPLE, AND PLACES
Tuesday 28 October, 6pm to 7pm
Mission to Seafarers, 717 Flinders Street, Docklands
Wheelchair – no. Register online
Have you ever wondered what happens in the Port of Melbourne? Who works there, why are the cranes so big, and how did we develop the
waterways to bring the everyday goods we use to Melbourne? Andrea Fleming, CEO, Mission to Seafarers and John Bennett, General Manager Bid
Management, Port of Melbourne Corporation will discuss the history, present and future of the value of the waterways.
PRESENTED BY MISSION TO SEAFARERS AND PORT OF MELBOURNE CORPORATION
FORUM
MANIFESTA 10 AT THE STATE HERMITAGE MUSEUM, ST PETERSBURG 2014
Friday 31 October, 2pm to 3pm
National Gallery of Victoria,
180 St Kilda Road, Melbourne
Wheelchair - yes
To celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the St Petersburg – Melbourne Sister City relationship ISS Institute and the City of Melbourne developed a
fellowship program available to staff of the National Gallery of Victoria. Fellowship recipient, Jane Devery Curator of Contemporary Art discusses
her visit to St Petersburg which was timed to coincide with Manifesta 10, the European Biennale of Contemporary Art which, in 2014, was held in
collaboration with the State Hermitage Museum.
PRESENTED BY
INTERNATIONAL SPECIALISED
SKILLS INSTITUTE
SHOWCASE
A MELBOURNE BOSTON KNOWLEDGE EXCHANGE: HUGH ROGERS FELLOWSHIPS SHOWCASE
Thursday 30 October, 5pm to 8pm
Melbourne Town Hall, Portico Room, Swanston Street, Melbourne
Wheelchair – yes. Register online
Discover the reputation Melbourne and Boston share as world-leading knowledge cities. Join the Melbourne Boston Sister Cities Association and
the City of Melbourne for the announcement of the 2014 Hugh Rogers Fellowship. Enjoy a showcase of past fellows and their experiences in both
cities and connect with other leaders who are passionate about Melbourne and Boston.
MELBOURNE BOSTON
SISTER CITIES ASSOCIATION
WORKSHOP, TOURS, AND TALKS
KNOWLEDGE HUB
Tuesday 21 October to Sunday 2 November 9am to 5pm
Melbourne Town Hall, corner Little Collins and Swanston Street), Melbourne
Wheelchair – yes. Registrations and bookings are required for workshops, tours and talks.
Keen to find out more about Melbourne Knowledge Week? Come along to the Knowledge Hub! Centrally located next to Melbourne Town Hall, the
Knowledge Hub is where you can find out more about Melbourne Knowledge Week events, take part in a range of workshops, talks and tours, and
see exhibitions and cutting edge visualisations.
Each day the hub will host a selection of Melbourne Knowledge Week activities ranging from the Melbourne BioBlitz Launch, 3D printing, to the
Places for People? conversation, lunchtime Ask An Expert session with the City of Melbourne. Pop in or check out the website for the full list of
activities.
PRESENTED BY CITY OF MELBOURNE AND EVENT PARTNERS
AWARDS PRESENTATION
ISS INSTITUTE 24TH ANNUAL FELLOWSHIP AWARDS
Thursday 30 October, 6pm to 8pm
Melbourne Town Hall, Swanston Street, Melbourne
Wheelchair – yes.
Invitation only
The International Specialised Skills Institute (ISS Institute) fellowships are designed to to allow enterprising Australians to study innovations,
technologies and best practice techniques overseas and bring these back to Australia. The program also brings international experts to Australia.
This combination provides a unique approach to addressing the challenges faced by Australian industry in upskilling its workforce and remaining
competitive in a changing global environment.
PRESENTED BY INTERNATIONAL
SPECIALISED SKILLS INSTITUTE
FORUM
VICTORIAN INTERNATIONAL RESEARCH SCHOLARSHIPS KNOWLEDGE EXCHANGE
Thursday 30 October, 5.30pm to 7.30pm
Department of State Development, Business and Innovation, DSDBI Theatrette, Level 5, 121 Exhibition Street, Melbourne
Wheelchair – Yes. Register online
Come along and hear Victorian International Research Scholarship holders discuss their doctoral research and the future implications and potential
impact of their studies. Highlighting the inter-connectedness of research and how a step forward in one field, influences other fields. The panel will
showcase some of the brightest international students and their cutting edge research.
PRESENTED BY STUDY MELBOURNE, DEPARTMENT OF STATE DEVELOPMENT, BUSINESS AND INNOVATION
DESIGN
DES
DESIGN AND URBAN PLANNING
FORUM
KNOWLEDGE TO SCALE
Monday 27 October, 6pm to 8pm
Australian Institute of Architects, 41X, Level 2, 41 Exhibition Street, Cnr Flinders Lane, Melbourne
Wheelchair – yes. Book online
Hear how Melbourne architects work across different scales of the built environment – from multi-storey residential towers and major commercial
and institutional buildings to the scale of laneway shops. This forum aims to inspire; revealing the knowledge and processes involved when
balancing considerations for planning and designing new spaces and buildings for our city.
PRESENTED BY AUSTRALIAN INSTITUTE
OF ARCHITECTS
WORKSHOP
AURIN URBAN
MAPPING WORKSHOP
Monday 27 October, 1.30pm to 4.30pm
University of Melbourne, Frank Tate G23 (Spatial Lab), Melbourne
Wheelchair – yes. Register online
Visualise urban patterns in Melbourne and across Australia by creating maps using data to gain knowledge about sustainable urban development
and growth. Study health data, analyse revealing socio-economic information, investigate walkability of neighbourhoods and more. Bring your own
laptop.
PRESENTED BY AUSTRALIAN URBAN RESEARCH INFRASTRUCTURE NETWORK
TOUR
INNOVATION THROUGH ARCHITECTURE:
AN OPEN STUDIO TOUR
Friday 31 October, 10am to 4pm
41X (Australian Institute of Architects Headquarters), 41 Exhibition Street, Melbourne
Wheelchair – yes. Book online
Take a tour inside 5 progressive architectural studios, learn about the design process and witness innovation as it happens. The tour starts at the
new Australian Insitute of Architects Headquarters, and goes on to include 41X, Ashton Raggatt McDougall, Jackson Clements Burrows, Molecule
Studio, Studio 505 and BKK Architects. This one-off tour is a rare chance to gain insight into the trajectory of progressive architecture in Melbourne.
This event is in collaboration with the Australian Institute of Architects Victorian Chapter during Melbourne Architecture Annual.
MELBOURNE ARCHITOURS
WORKSHOP
COLLABORATIVE CITY MAKING
Monday 27 October, 10am to 12pm
Knowledge Hub, Melbourne Town Hall, corner Lt Collins Street and Swanston Street, Melbourne
Wheelchair – yes. Book online
Do you want to have greater control over the shaping of your street, your neighbourhood, your city? Solutions might be simpler than you think. This
workshop will use an interactive game to model collaborative city-making – the great urban game. Learn basic tools to get you going, undertake
small group exercises, and come away with a bundle of new ideas about how to work with others to generate positive change in your own
neighbourhood and city.
PRESENTED BY CITIES BY CITIZENS
FORUM
AUSTRALIAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTS 2014 GOLD MEDAL TALK
Thursday 30 October, 6pm to 8pm
Deakin Edge, Federation Square, Melbourne
Wheelchair – yes. Book online
Phil Harris and Adrian Welke, co-founders of Troppo, have been selected as the 2014 recipients of the Australian Institute of Architects’ highest
honour — the Gold Medal. Harris and Welke will give an insight into their successful and outstanding careers and share their thoughts on the
current state of Australian architecture.
PRESENTED BY
AUSTRALIAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTS
TOUR
MELBOURNE DESIGN RIDE
Saturday 1 November, 10.30am to 1pm
Meet at Knowledge Hub, Melbourne Town Hall, corner Lt Collins Street and Swanston Street, Melbourne
Wheelchair – no. Book online
This guided bicycle tour of Melbourne’s design and architectural secrets, reveals the design history of both our iconic and less well-known buildings
and public spaces. Bring a bottle of water, appropriate clothing, your camera and an open mind for this 12km cycling tour.
PRESENTED BY THE SQUEAKY WHEEL
WORKSHOP
RAPID COMMUNITY BUILDING: AN INDUSTRY FORUM ON TACTICAL URBANISM
Tuesday 28 October, 10am to 4pm
Donkey Wheel House, 673 Bourke St, Melbourne
Wheelchair – yes. Book online
Can temporary urban experiments be used to build community capacity and shape city-making? This forum brings together leading practitioners on
tactical urbanism to provide key insights on how to generate creative solutions for problem spaces and so build better neighbourhoods. Learn from
global thought leader Mike Lydon from Street Plans Collaborative and from local practitioners, and access government and private sector case
studies. You can even bring along your own project and receive expert advice.
PRESENTED BY CODESIGN STUDIO
FORUM
NAVIGATING THE 24 HOUR CITY
Thursday 30 October, 9.30am to 1.30pm
RMIT Design Hub, 150 Victoria Street, Carlton
Wheelchair – yes. Register online
Inner Melbourne continues to grow and thrive as a popular night time destination. This forum brings together thinkers in public space and personal
navigation technology to explore how to help people move easily and safely through the city at night. The forum will explore ways to enhance and
contribute to a healthy, safe, and enjoyable experience, and consequently contribute to our 24 hour city’s growth and vitality.
PRESENTED BY RMIT AND ROAD SAFETY ACTION GROUP INNER MELBOURNE (RSAGIM)
FORUM
DIVE INTO THE PENGUIN POOL
Thursday 30 October, 6pm to 7.30pm
Arup Office (Orica Building), Level 17, 1 Nicholson Street, Melbourne
Wheelchair – yes. Register online
Named after leading design engineering firm Arup’s first project – the penguin pool at London Zoo, this global creative event series gives you the
chance to get connected with inspiring engineers, designers, artists and creative thinkers. Artists involved in the past four events will share their
thoughts and experiences collaborating with a corporate firm. Drinks and nibbles will be provided. Bring an open mind to new connections and
ideas!
PRESENTED BY ARUP
SHOWCASE
MATERIAN – VICTORIAN ADVANCED MATERIAL SHOWCASE
Showcase: Wednesday 29 to Friday 31 October 9am to 5pm.
Opening Event:Tuesday 28 October 5pm
Design Gallery - Design Institute of Australia, Level 1, 175 Collins Street, Melbourne
Wheelchair – no. Register online
Opening (invite only)
Materian is an exciting new design-led project which aims to identify the most innovative and advanced materials being created locally. It inspires dialogue
between researchers, manufacturers and designers to explore new applications and opportunities for these materials. Come along to the opening of
Showcase and see who is doing what and where they can be found.
PRESENTED BY DESIGN INSTITUTE OF AUSTRALIA (DIA) AND DESIGN RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF RMIT UNIVERSITY.
UNCONFERENCE
TRANSPORTCAMP
Saturday 1 November, 10am to 4pm
Sidney Myer Asia Centre, 761 Swanston Street Parkville
Wheelchair – yes. Book online
Join transport professionals, researchers and technologists among others to discuss the intersection between urban transportation and technology.
There’s no longwinded presentations at this unconference, it’s a chance to share, learn and network with an engaged group of people interested in
discovering and exploring innovative ways of improving mobility in our rapidly growing cities.
PRESENTED BY CROWDSPOT
FORUM
HOW CAN MELBOURNE LEARN FROM NATURE?
Wednesday 29 October, 6pm to 8pm
Deakin Edge, Federation Square, Melbourne
Wheelchair – yes. Book online
Bringing together a cross-disciplinary panel of expertise including Jane Toner, Stephen Webb, Leigh Baker and Suzette Jackson, to discuss what
Melbourne can learn from nature about creating a sustainable and generous city. This event, focused on the ethos of sustainablity is the first
session in our three-part biomimicry themed series.
PRESENTED BY AUSTRALIAN INSTITUTE
OF ARCHITECTS
WORKSHOP
BIOMIMICRY EMULATION
Friday 31 October, 10am to 12.30pm
DesignInc Melbourne Office, GPO Building, Level 2, 350 Bourke St, Melbourne
Wheelchair – yes. Book online
Jane Toner, Stephen Webb and Heidi Lee will facilitate a design workshop to address the question ‘How can Melbourne learn from nature to create
a restorative sustainable city?’ Participants will collaborate to explore strategies from nature which inspire solutions to design challenges. This event
is the second session in our three-part biomimicry themed series.
PRESENTED BY DESIGNINC MELBOURNE & BIOMIMICRY SWARM WITH THE ARCHITECTS INSTITUTE OF AUSTRALIA
WALKING TOUR
BIOMIMICRY NATURE WALK THROUGH TIME
Saturday 1 November, 10.30am to 1pm
Meet at Federation Bells, Birrarung Marr, Melbourne
Wheelchair – yes. Book online
Jane Toner, architect and Australia’s first biomimicry specialist, will guide participants on a 4.5 billion year walk through Earth’s history to explore
our connection with the natural world. An ecologist and an expert on indigenous culture will accompany Jane to share knowledge as you walk
through the Botanical Gardens. This event is the final installment of the three-part biomimicry themed series.
PRESENTED BY
BIOMIMICRYSWARM AUSTRALIA
CONVERSATION
PLACES FOR PEOPLE?
27 October to 2 November, 9am to 5pm
Online and at the Knowledge Hub, Town Hall, corner Lt Collins St and Swanston St, Melbourne
Wheelchair – yes. Find out more and register online
Our city is rapidly changing. How is the city changing for you? The City of Melbourne’s ongoing Places for People studies, has generated a unique
understanding of how the city functions for people. Places for People 2015 is investigating how the city is changing in its physical form, urban
structure and, importantly, the impact these changes are having on our daily lives. Join the conversation, in the MKW Hub, online or in a workshop,
and become part of our city-shaping journey.
PRESENTED BY CITY OF MELBOURNE
DMEDICI
SCIENCE AND MEDICINE
EXHIBITION
BOISTEROUS BEGINNINGS: EARLY DOCTORS IN VICTORIA
Monday 27 to Friday 31 October, 10am to 5pm and Saturday 1 November, 1pm to 5pm
Brownless Biomedical Library, University of Melbourne, Kernott Road, Parkville
Wheelchair - yes
From the 1830s doctors began their work in the Port Phillip District. There were some formidable personalities practising medicine in the area at the
time, but they often had other interests and activities that were apparently more important: politics, for example, the acquisition of land and the
accumulation of fortune. This exhibition examines the early beginnings of the Port Phillip Medical Association (PPMA), highlighting key individuals
and the social values of the day.
PRESENTED BY MEDICAL HISTORY MUSEUM
FORUM
DESIGNING SCIENCE
Thursday 30 October, noon to 1.30pm
ACMI, Federation Square, Melbourne
Wheelchair – yes. Register online
Design plays a critical role in a surprisingly wide range of industries. In this panel discussion we explore the design principles as they are used in
the animation of scientific knowledge to educate and entertain, in 3D titanium printing, molecule design and in science inspired art.
PRESENTED BY CSIRO
FORUM AND TOUR
CRITICAL MASS: DISCOVER THE
PARKVILLE BIOMEDICAL PRECINCT
Monday 27 October, 5pm to 7pm
The Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research, Parkville
Wheelchair – yes. Register online
The Parkville Biomedical Precinct is the major precinct in Australia for medical and bioscientific research, education, clinical practice and the
production of pharmaceuticals and biotechnology products. Did you know it is home to some 10,000 scientists, clinicians, and technical staff? Come
and learn more about this remarkable precinct and the collaborations that foster world-leading discoveries and health interventions right here in
Melbourne. After the forum take a tour with one of our scientists of either the Bio21 Institute, the Melbourne Brain Centre or the Walter and Eliza
Hall Institute of Medical Research.
THE UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE
SHOWCASE
VISUALISING HEALTH
Monday 27 October to Friday 31 October, 9am to 5pm
The University of Melbourne, Alan Gilbert Building, Ground Floor, Grattan Street, Carlton
Wheelchair - yes
Come along and explore the diverse knowledge exchange activities relating to health and wellbeing within the Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and
Health Sciences at the University of Melbourne and broader Parkville health precinct. See examples of cutting-edge biomedical research and
inspiring ways of communicating health information through this innovative digital exhibition.
PRESENTED BY GATEWAY HEALTH
SCIENCES PROJECT
SHOWCASE
UNDER THE COVERSLIP
Opening night: Monday 27 October
from 5.30pm to 8pm
Exhibition open: Tuesday 28 October to Friday 31 October, 9am to 5pm
University of Melbourne, Alan Gilbert Building, Grattan Street, Melbourne
Wheelchair - yes
Check out this student-run art exhibition showcasing scientific images from a range of institutions and disciplines. Aiming not only to celebrate the
inherent beauty of these images, Under the Coverslip provides a platform for scientists to present their work and research in a visually appealing
and accessible manner to all members of the community
PRESENTED BY POSTGRADUATE STUDENTS OF ANATOMY SOCIETY (PSOAS), THE UNIVERSIITY OF MELBOURNE
WALKING TOUR AND WORKSHOP
MELBOURNE BIOBLITZ LAUNCH
Friday 31 October, 10am to 5pm,
(various sessions available)
Knowledge Hub, Melbourne Town Hall, corner Lt Collins Street and Swanston Street, Melbourne
Wheelchair –yes. Register online
Bats, birds, bugs, banksias and more – come along to and participate in the launch of a four-week BioBlitz. Find flora and fauna never before
identified in Melbourne. During the launch, learn to upload your flora and fauna images on iNaturalist, Facbook and Instagram and come on an
urban safari in your lunch break. Your information will establish a baseline for the City of Melbourne’s Urban Ecology Strategy.
PRESENTED BY CITY OF MELBOURNE
AND PARTNERS
WALKING TOUR
MELBOURNE BIOBLITZ:
NIGHT-TIME IN FITZROY GARDENS
Friday 31 October, 7.30pm to 9.30pm
Fitzroy Gardens, East Melbourne
Wheelchair – no. Register online
Take part in this night-time tour of the Fitzroy Gardens with the Melbourne BioBlitz experts, and help survey bats, bugs and frogs. Take photos and
map them using your smart phone #BioBlitzMelb.
PRESENTED BY CITY OF MELBOURNE
AND PARTNERS
FORUM
SYSTEMS BIOLOGY: NEW RESEARCH INTO UNDERSTANDING HUMAN DISEASE
Thursday 30 October 6pm to 7pm
Elisabeth Murdoch Theatre, University of Melbourne, Spencer Road, Parkville
Wheelchair – yes. Register online
The Human Genome Project of 2001 ushered in a new era of research in which the molecular components of living systems could be identified and
counted. Our challenge now is to use this information to combat disease. Learn more about how systems biology research provides new insights
into the mechanisms of disease, and paves the way for new diagnostics and therapies.
PRESENTED BY MELBOURNE SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING, THE UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE
TOUR
WALTER AND ELIZA HALL INSTITUTE DISCOVERY TOUR
Monday 27 October and Tuesday 28 October, Monday 5pm to 7pm;
Tuesday 10.45am to 12pm
Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research, 1G Royal Parade Parkville
Wheelchair – yes. Register online
Go behind the scenes of Australia’s oldest medical research institute. Tour the institute’s state-of-the-art biomedical research facilities and meet
some of Australia’s best scientists. Find out how the health of Australians is being improved through discoveries into cancer, immune disorders and
infectious disease.
PRESENTED BY WALTER AND ELIZA HALL
INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL RESEARCH
TOUR
BEHIND THE MICROSCOPE DISCOVERY TOUR
Thursday 30 October, 12.30pm to 2.30pm
Burnet Institute, 85 Commercial Road, Melbourne
Wheelchair – yes. Register online
Don’t miss the chance to meet Burnet Institute’s inspiring scientists, hear about their latest research, and go behind the scenes on a guided lab tour.
Join leading scientists for an informative 30-minute discussion about their wide ranging work in developing new treatments, vaccines and
understanding the development of immunity for diseases of major global importance.
PRESENTED BY BURNET INSTITUTE
FORUM
SUPERSCIENCE IN SUPERCOMPUTERS
Tuesday 28 October, 10am to 11.30am
10th Floor, Melbourne Law Building 106, 185 Pelham Street, Carlton
Wheelchair – yes. Register online
Discover how local researchers are using Victoria’s supercomputer devoted to life sciences to investigate new nanomaterials, model animal
movements in future climate scenarios, characterise infections disease outbreaks, and refine cancer risk prediction. Join our experts afterwards for
morning tea and further conversation.
PRESENTED BY VICTORIAN LIFE SCIENCES COMPUTATION INITIATIVE
FORUM
VISUAL ARTS IN HEALTH EDUCATION
Wednesday 29 October, 12:30pm to 1:30pm
The Ian Potter Museum of Art, University of Melbourne, 800 Swanston Street (between Faraday Street and Elgin Street), Parkville
Wheelchair – yes. Register online
Led by Dr Heather Gaunt the Potter’s Curator of Academic Programs (Research), a team of academics and professionals from the University of
Melbourne has been exploring ways to incorporate visual observation, reflection and interpretation into the learning process for medical, dentistry,
veterinary and science students. The panel will discuss the range of innovative engagements that the Potter is making with students across health
and veterinary science.
PRESENTED BY THE IAN POTTER MUSEUM OF ART, UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE
FORUM AND WORKSHOP
MELBOURNE’S DIGITAL HEALTH ECOSYSTEM
Wednesday 29 October, 4pm to 9pm
See online for details
Register online
Come join digital health community, StartUp Health, and engage with Melbourne’s leaders in the startup community, medical and research field as
we explore opportunities for innovative disruption in all aspects on healthcare.
PRESENTED BY STARTUP HEALTHTECH
FORUM
SCIENCE AND ARTS COLLIDING – NEW APPROACHES TO COMMUNICATING INNOVATION
Tuesday 28 October, 6.15pm to 8.30pm
Copland Theatre, The Spot Building, University of Melbourne, 198 Berkeley Street, Carlton
Wheelchair – yes. Register online
The third Annual Dialogues on Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship (DICE) forum will be presented by leading scientist and Boyle medallist,
Professor Luke O’Neill of Trinity College, Dublin. Exploring the interactions between art and science through innovative approaches, Professor
O’Neill will recount his experience with the wildly successful Science Gallery in Dublin.
PRESENTED BY
CARLTON CONNECT INITIATIVE
TECH AND DATA
NETWORKING
SILICON BEACH
MKW SPECIAL EVENT
Monday 27 October 6pm to 9pm
Royal Melbourne Hotel, 629 Bourke Street, Melbourne
Wheelchair – yes. Register online
Are you interested in founding or working in start-ups, web design and development or mobile technology? Silicon Beach is Australia’s largest tech
startup community with over 2,300 members in Melbourne. Take advantage of this unique opportunity to network with a diverse range of tech
entrepreneurs on the cutting-edge of Internet innovation.
PRESENTED BY MELBOURNE SILICON BEACH
FORUM
SMART CITIES WITH DIGITAL SKINS: WHAT WILL THIS MEAN FOR YOU?
Tuesday 28 October, 6pm to 7.30pm
Deakin Edge Federation Square
Wheelchair – yes. Register online
The Internet of things and smart technology is already impacting the way we understand and use cities. Hear how sensors are changing our lives
and how we will use and manage the metadata. What are the privacy issues? Will ‘smart cities’ deliver greater public benefit and liveability? Get the
knowledge, join in and have your say.
PRESENTED BY MELBOURNE CONVERSATIONS, CITY OF MELBOURNE,
AND DEAKIN UNIVERSITY
WORKSHOP
PERSONA-LISE
Monday 27 October, 10am to 1pm
RMIT Design Hub, Level 10, Pavillion 1, corner of Swanston and Victoria Streets, Melbourne
Wheelchair – yes. Register online
Unveil your game persona in
PERSONA-LISE, a workshop designed for those interested in gamification and understanding personality types. Participants will have the
opportunity to construct their own gamified paper prototype using the game mechanic
cards provided.
PRESENTED BY RMIT UNIVERSITY – GAMES AND EXPERIMENTAL ENTERTAINMENT LAB (GEELAB)
FORUM
GOING VIRTUAL – THE ARRIVAL OF THE INTERNET
Tuesday 28 October, 6pm to 7pm
Elisabeth Murdoch Theatre, University of Melbourne, Spencer Road, Parkville
Wheelchair – yes. Register online
It’s 25 years since the University of Melbourne (UoM) brought the internet to Australia. Professor Justin Zobel, UoM, will reflect on the internet’s
evolution and impact: from the concepts and ambitions that came together to create it to the emergence of an all-pervading technology that is
dramatically changing how we work, play and think.
PRESENTED BY MELBOURNE SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING, UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE
HACK-A-THON
HACK IT
Thursday 30 October, 8.30am to 3.30pm
The University of Melbourne, Old Engineering Building (Bld 173), Engineering Design Studio 2 (EDS2), Parkville.
Wheelchair – yes. Invitation only
Hack It is a unique workshop for high-school students who want to turn their creative ideas into software that can make a difference to Melbourne.
Hack It will challenge students to create an app that solves a real problem. Get access to some awesome data and all the expert help you need to
create something amazing.
PRESENTED BY NICTA AND DIGITAL CAREERS
SHOWCASE
RMIT INTERACTIVE
TECHNOLOGIES SHOWCASE
Monday 27 October, 3.30pm to 6.30pm
RMIT Design Hub, Level 10, corner of Victoria and Swanston Streets, Melbourne
Wheelchair – yes. Register online
Come and experience innovative interactive technologies developed at RMIT’s School of Computer Science and IT. Hear about innovations in big
data, mobile technologies, and the Internet of things. This event showcases a range of projects, including applications in smart transportation,
interactive games for training, social computing, warehouse management, and sustainability.
PRESENTED BY RMIT UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF COMPUTER SCIENCE AND IT
WORKSHOP
EXPLORING THE POTENTIALS OF VIRTUAL REALITY
Wednesday 29 October, 12pm to 3pm
RMIT Design Hub, Level 1, corner Swanston and Victoria Streets, Melbourne
Wheelchair – yes. Register online
Popularised in 80s and 90s futuristic films, virtual reality was all about exploring new worlds. But ten years on virtual reality is more than just
conceptual entertainment – it’s providing real solutions for our industry. Join the GEElab in a two-hour workshop that explores the real world
potentials of virtual reality.
PRESENTED BY RMIT UNIVERSITY – GAMES AND EXPERIMENTAL ENTERTAINMENT LAB (GEELAB)
FORUM
SLIDE NIGHT – ANIMATING
THE INANIMATE
Wednesday 29 October, 5.30pm to 6.30pm
Arena Theatre Company, 130 Dryburgh St, North Melbourne
Wheelchair - no
What does the future of augmented reality look like? Join Arena Theatre Company and take part in its ongoing conversation about innovation,
technology and the arts. Hear two experts speak about innovations in animating inanimate objects, the latest advances in augmented reality and the
future of robotics.
PRESENTED BY ARENA THEATRE COMPAN
WORKSHOP
SHE MAKES – 3D PRINTING FOR FEMALE MAKERS
Sunday 2 November, 10am to 1pm
Knowledge Hub, Melbourne Town Hall, corner Little Collins and Swanston Street, Swanston Street, Melbourne
Wheelchair – yes. Book online
Run by members of Girl Geek Academy, this workshop is aimed at female makers who would like to learn how to use digital fabrication technology
to design and 3D print an array of items. The workshop begins with demonstrations on how to 3D model and then it’s time to get creative with the
aid of 3D printing. Workshop attendees must bring a working laptop (Mac or PC) to install design software, and a mouse.
PRESENTED BY GIRL GEEK ACADEMY
FORUM
SOCIAL MEDIA AND THE LAW
Tuesday 28 October, 6pm to 8pm
La Trobe University City Campus, Level 20, 360 Collins St, Melbourne
Wheelchair – yes. Register online
How has legal practice been impacted by social media, and how are our laws adapting to this changing media landscape? Join a panel of legal and
media experts as they discuss issues including the use of social media by jurors and the disclosure of personal information on social networks.
PRESENTED BY LA TROBE UNIVERSITY
THANK YOU
The City of Melbourne would like to thank all of our event partners and the generous support of our contributors.
A special thank you to Club Melbourne, official Melbourne Knowledge Week partner.
For more events, bookings and registration details visit:
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03 9658 9658
melbourneknowledge@melbourne.vic.gov.au
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