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The University of Canberra Wunderkammer Exhibition is a display of objects, works of art and decorative items from across the different University Collections held on campus and brought together in a manner to resemble the origins of modern museums. About the exhibitionThe University of Canberra Collections consist of the Art Collection, Matthias Geological Collection, Ecology Wet and Dry Specimens Collection, Indigenous Teaching Collection, Australian National Museum of Education, Rare Books Collection, Nursing Historical Collection and the National Centre for Australian Children’s Literature. The exhibition features 50 items of significance from across all collections and some of the objects presented have rarely been on public display before. The Wunderkammer concept goes back to the 15th Century where private collectors, often princes of the realm, collected a wide range of objects or provided patronage for scholars who collected specimens on their behalf. The objects were often displayed in an eclectic but aesthetic manner in rooms and suites specifically set aside for them. The collections served as a projection of regal power as princes could demonstrate through their collections mastery of the world, knowledge and learning. Each display cabinet will have a selection of objects set out in an aesthetic manner to replicate the Wunderkammers of old. One of the most intriguing aspects of this form of display is how the placement of objects aesthetically will interact with both the viewer and each other. 

Real Estate Appraisal based on Machine Learning and Computer Vision The real estate market in Australia is an agent’s market. The real estate agent does the most of work for their customers which including evaluating property values, listing properties on public websites, finding successful buyers and so on. This process has been used for many years not just in Australia, but also in other countries. However, recently with powerful artificial intelligence (AI) and Machine learning technologies, it is possible to develop new decision support and assistive technologies, for improving the real estate appraisal process in terms of work efficiencies for real estate agents, as well as the buyers' experience. In this research, a novel price prediction framework is proposed, based on  combining the aesthetic information in property images and the attribute features from quantitative data, and with deep learning based AI and computer vision algorithms, it was possible to improve the prediction performance as compared to previously proposed approaches. Some of the other contributions of this research include, development of a new ACT real estate database, a mobile app for data collection, and a peer reviewed conference paper accepted in an International conference on Computational Intelligence in Xiamen, China (http://ssci2019.org/).

Keep clothing out of landfill and learn new skills. Bring your worn, torn and buttonless clothing to the UC Repair Cafe and we will help you to revitalise it. If you know your way around a needle and thread, come along and help others.

Female elite athletes are still paid a fraction of their male counterparts despite winning championships, endorsements and dominating headlines. What role does the media play in changing the perception of women's sport? And how is the ACT leading this charge? Join host and veteran sports journalist, Tim Gavel and a panel for a conversation around the rise of women's sport on the national and international stage, and just how far we have to go until we can reach an even playing field. Grab a drink, some food and become part of the conversation. You can also engage with the conversation online through our social media channels. Host Tim Gavel (Sports Journalist, ABC/RiotACT/UC) Speakers Carrie Graf (UC Director of Sport, Former Opals and WNBL champion) Virginia Haussegger (Director, 50/50 by 2030) Chris Dutton (Sports Editor, AM and The Canberra Times, UC Alumnus) Kelsey Griffin (Co-captain, UC Capitals)

International conference on celebration of Indigenous Knowledge: contribution of their influence across disciplines.Hosted at University of Canberra and presented by SIETAR AUSTRALASIA and the Office of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Leadership and Strategy at the University of Canberra. All Indigenous and non-Indigenous people welcome to register for the conference and join the conversation with an outstanding list of speakers it is two days not to be missed.

Drop in to relieve stress, have fun on Tuesday afternoons at the UC Gym from 3.30-5pm during October.Help raise funds for mental health resources, including a table tennis table, at the ACT Extended Care Unit (ECU). The unit adjacent to Calvary Hospital provides residential care for people with complex and enduring mental health issues.Support University of Canberra Table Tennis Club at Bruce raise funds together with the Canberra Mental Health Forum for the Canberra Hospital Foundation: drop in Tuesday afternoons at the UC Gym from 3.30-5pm during October. Gym is Building 4. Gold coin donation or donate to https://www.canberrahospitalfoundation.org.au/donate-now/ in text box write Mental Health: ECU.Also participate in a range of other events table tennis events during October Mental Health Month in the ACT:https://www.mentalhealthmonthact.org/calendar#mentalhealthmonthact and #mhmact

Although fitness of individuals is evolutionary in nature, and adaptation to changing environments can occur very rapidly, until recently, evolutionary genetic variation has been under the radar in conservation planning. Only a few percent of threatened species plans contain actions aimed to manage genetic diversity, despite genetic diversity being recognized by the IUCN as one of three levels of biodiversity.  However, this picture is changing fast, owing to new thinking and ever-accelerating ability to obtain useful genetic data quickly and cost-effectively. The talk will explore why and how decisions can be made about genetic management of wildlife species, with examples encompassing two ongoing research programs on genetic rescue of threatened species, and a study of a little bird that is full of big surprises.

One of Australia’s most impressive and beloved pop exports, Amy Shark is coming home for an intimate Australian regional tour in October and November.  Fresh off her national tour earlier this year, which sold over 30,000 tickets and saw Amy performing at some of the country’s largest venues, she will now be bringing her critically acclaimed debut album Love Monster and faves from her EP Night Thinker to Costa Hall on Saturday November 2.  

The annual University of Canberra's Communications Ball is back for 2019! There will be a two course dinner, drinks package, a DJ, lolly bar, photographer and more! It will be a fun night of eating, drinking and dancing with friends, so come along! The event is open to everyone, so grab all of your friends and family because they're all invited! This is an incredible and fun night not to be missed! Tickets are available online, so buy them now! And be in the running to win some awesome prizes! Link below:https://uccommsball-event.getqpay.com Check out the event on:Facebook:  @UCCommsBallInstagram: @commsball

The Melanie Swan Movie Night is back for 2019 and you're invited to join in the fun at Palace Electric!Get your crew together for a screening of 'Judy' starring Renee Zellweger as Judy Garland circa 1969 as she arrives in London for a run of sell-out concerts.The movie night raises vital funds to support the University of Canberra cancer research being spearheaded by Professor Sudha Rao.Professor Rao and her team are leading the fight against cancer in the ACT and are on the brink of significant advancements in the prevention and treatment of metastatic cancer.Help support this incredible research by attending the movie fundraising evening, in honour of Melanie Swan, who lost her battle with metastatic breast cancer.You will be able to hear directly from Professor Rao to learn more about this incredible research taking place in Canberra.Key DetailsWhen: Thursday 17 October 2019, 6:00 PMWhere: Palace Electric CinemaDress: CasualParking: available under the cinemaMovie: Judy starring Renee ZellweggerTicket cost: $70 + GSTYour ticket includes admission to the movie, glass of wine/beer, popcorn, choc top, water and a Swarovski crystal necklace valued at $70.

triple j & Select Music Presents:STELLA DONNELLYBEWARE OF THE DOGS NATIONAL TOURWith Very Special Guest - Jade ImagineIt's finally time for us to do an Australian tour good and proper and I can think of no better guest than jade imagine to join us each night around the country. Tickets on sale this Friday July 12 at 9AM EST from www.stelladonnelly.com - See you soon!Through Plus 1, we will be donating $1 from every ticket sold to Sister Works - a a not-for-profit social enterprise, based in Melbourne who's mission is to support women who are refugees, asylum seekers or migrants to improve their confidence, mental wellbeing and sense of belonging.

Stonefest 2019 | Saturday 19 October | UC Refectory & UC Hub | 18+ Full Lineup: (in alphabetical order) British India | Ceres | Cry Club | Example (UK) | FRITZ | Genesis Owusu | Good Doogs | Japanese Wallpaper | Mallrat | Moaning Lisa | Ninajirachi | Pagan | RAAVE Tapes | Sampa The Great | Skegss | Sputnik Sweetheart | Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers | Thelma Plum After nearly a decade in hibernation, Stonefest returns to the University of Canberra. Set to take over UC Refectory and UC Hub this October with a mammoth lineup of international acts, Hottest 100 favourites and some of Australia’s hottest new talents, Stonefest is a nostalgia trip and a glimpse into the future all in one. Heading up the lineup are a duo of Australian acts. Skegss have shot to stardom with their buzzed-out, relatable surf rock that saw them claim #11 in the 2018 Hottest 100 with ‘Up In The Clouds’, whilst Mallrat is on a trajectory all her own, with an entirely sold out national tour that included four back-to-back shows at the Corner Hotel and three at The Triffid in Brisbane.  There are also nods to Stonefests past, with British India returning to the festival they played more than a decade ago and Euro pop megastar Example dropping in from the UK.  Canberra acts have been kicking some serious goals in recent times, and they’re well-represented with globetrotting rapper/performance artists Genesis Owusu and alternative rockers Moaning Lisa heading up a local contingent that also includes Sputnik Sweetheart and Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers.   ‘Clumsy Love’ singer Thelma Plum, Zambia-born rapper Sampa The Great, instant party RAAVE Tapes, past Unearthed High winner Japanese Wallpaper, and emo favourites Ceres prove that there’ll be something for everyone across Stonefest’s two stages. Emerging acts Cry Club, Good Doogs, Ninajirachi, Paganand FRITZ round out the lineup, offering new discoveries for the uninitiated.

The Aon Uni 7s Series will return to the University for the second time as it plays host to the fourth and final leg of the Series in 2019.  Join the UC 7s squad and some of the best female sevens players in Australia as they fight it out to see who will take the Series title.  Admission is free over the weekend, with plenty on offer to keep the whole family entertained.   

Melbourne group, PRESS CLUB release their second full-length album, Wasted Energyand head off around the country in November. Press Club’s sonic calling cards are all present on Wasted Energy; the fuzz-addled, kicked-in speaker bass of Iain MacRae, the razor sharp guitar tones of Greg Rietwyk, the merciless drumming of Frank Lees, not to forget the emotionally charged vocal deliverance of Natalie Foster. Two singles have been taken from the self-produced Wasted Energy so far.‘Get Better’, and ‘Thinking About You’, in which Foster recounts her experience with a stalker. Never one to shy away from what is uncomfortable, the song embodies a freak’s tongue, cooing unbridled down the phone line; abrupt, uninvited, and out of the blue.Supported by Johnny Hunter and Slagatha Christie. ** This event is 18+ **

Legendary Aussie rock outfit Gyroscope are back with a new EP and a tour to match. Catch them at UC Hub on Friday 1 November. Tickets on sale now. This event is 18+

In celebration of their upcoming ‘Ticker’ EP and first ever physical release, Pist Idiots be doing a lap around the country playing their biggest rock shows to date. The ‘Ticker’ tour will see us hit major cities as well as a handful of regional ZONES including UC Hub in Canberra. Come to a show or else!** 18+ Event **

Hailing from Brisbane, Bugs are a light-hearted group of mates who find joy in crafting infectiously happy pop music, and packaging it up with a dose of honest and relatable songwriting.  Current track ‘Seriously’, plus the announcement of the band’s upcoming support with Aussie legends Grinspoon, sees the band step closer to their sophomore album ‘Self Help’ due out September 20.Supported by Sweater Curse and Sputnik Sweetheart.** This event is 18+ **

We welcome you to join the Peter Cullen Trust, Griffith University and the University of Canberra for the 2019 Peter Cullen Lecture.Dr Anne Poelina will present the lecture Rivers' Talking: Are The Humans Listening?There will be time for questions after the lecture, followed by drinks and canapes.

We love supporting women and celebrating the University of Canberra community who are changing the world and shaking things up - one step at a time. Please join the Office of Advancement at our annual Women's Breakfast with your MC for the morning, the incredible Virginia Haussegger AM, as we hear from inspiring speakers including Kate Munari and Professor Sudha Rao. Enjoy a delicious breakfast at the National Portrait Gallery, network the room and throw your support behind a truly inspiring cause; the UC Cancer Research Fund. 

TUKA is hitting the road this November for the first solo headline run of shows his had since 2015!Celebrating the launch of his brand new singles  “Selling Me Out” and b-side “F*ck You Pay Me” TUKA will be touring a brand new show with a live band and special guest ALPHAMAMA among others.

Ruby Fields is hitting the road again this Summer, with a massive Canberra show at UC Hub on Friday 13 December. Supported by LOSER, tickets on sale now.This show is 18+