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UCLifex and Surf Life Saving NSW are bringing a First Aid course straight to you on campus to make it as simple as possible for you to get certified! There are 3 course options, please see the details of each below to choose which course you'd like to do. Please note, HLTAID011 includes HLTAID009, and HLTAID012 includes both HLTAID011 & HLTAID009. All three courses are run together, those only completing the CPR component (HLTAID009) will finish in the morning, those completing HLTAID011 will finish around 4:30pm and those completing HLTAID012 will complete 30 additional minutes, finishing around 5pm. Please only book ONE of the below courses. Course 1.HLTAID009 - Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitationCourse DescriptionThe Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) course delivers the essential principles, skills and knowledge to maintain or restore breathing and circulation in an adult, child or infant. The course content is based on the policies and standards of the Australian Resuscitation Council.Course ContentRecognise an emergency situation and convey details of the incident to emergency servicesLegal issues and infection controlAssessing the casualty and recognising the need for CPREmergency action principles - DRSABCDPlan an appropriate first aid responseExternal cardiac compressions (CPR)Adult, infant and child CPR rates and techniquesOne and two person CPR techniquesUse of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)Contribute to workplace reporting of an incident and psychological impacts on self and othersDuration - 2.5 hours including assessment.Entry Requirements - Participants must be a minimum of 10 years of age on the date of final assessment.Assessment - The course is assessed through demonstration*, presentation and application of all elements of competency in the workplace. Participants will be required to complete activities that may include role-plays, oral and written questioning, practical demonstrations and performing scenarios. Please note, it is a requirement of this course that practical demonstration of CPR must be performed on the floor.Certification - Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive a nationally recognised statement of attainment for the following unit of competency: - HLTAID009 - Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitationValidity - One (1) year from date of course. It is recommended by the Australian Resuscitation Council that you update your CPR skills every 12 months. Course 2.HLTAID011 - Provide First AidCourse DescriptionThis course provides participants with the knowledge and skills needed to manage emergency first aid situations and deliver competent emergency care until the arrival of professional medical support. Once completed, participants will obtain a first aid certificate that is valid for three years. The Provide First Aid course is nationally recognised ACECQA approved training.Course ContentLegal issues and infection controlDRSABCD action planThe principles of first aid and its applicationsRecognition and management of emergency situations and convey details of the incident to emergency servicesCardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and DefibrillationContribute to workplace reporting of an incident and psychological impacts on self and othersTreatment of shock, infection, fractures, bleeding and burnsEmergencies due to lack of oxygen, excess heat or coldRecognition and management of medical conditions that may need emergency care, including heart attack, stroke, asthma, diabetes and epilepsyManagement of common medical emergencies using available equipmentTreatment of poisoning including venomous bites and stingsEntry Requirements - Participants must be a minimum of 14 years of age on the date of final assessment.Delivery Options - One full day of training (8 hours) plus a question and answer workbook (available online) to be completed independently prior to the day of practical training.Assessment- This course is assessed through demonstration, presentation and application of all elements of competency in the workplace. Participants will be required to complete activities that may include role-plays, oral and written questioning, practical demonstrations and performing scenarios. Please note, it is a requirement of this course that practical demonstration of CPR must be performed on the floor.CertificationUpon successful completion of the course, participants will receive a nationally recognised statement of attainment for the following units of competency:- HLTAID009 - Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation - HLTAID010 - Provide basic emergency life support- HLTAID011 - Provide First AidPre Course Learning - Approximately 1 hour online activities.Validity - Three (3) years from date of course. It is recommended by the Australian Resuscitation Council that the CPR component of this course be updated every 12 months Course 3.HLTAID012 - Education and CareCourse DescriptionThis course covers the skills and knowledge required to provide a first aid response to infants and children in line with first aid guidelines determined by the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) and other Australian national peak clinical bodies. This unit applies to a range of workers within an education and care setting who are required to respond to a first aid emergency, including asthma and anaphylactic emergencies. This includes early childhood workers and educators who work with school age children in outside school hours care and vacation programs.Course ContentLegal issues and infection controlDRSABCD action planThe principles of first aid and its applicationsRecognition and management of emergency situations and convey details of the incident to emergency services, parents/caregivers and regulatory authoritiesCardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and DefibrillationTreatment of shock, infection, fractures, bleeding and burnsEmergencies due to lack of oxygen, excess heat or coldRecognition and management of medical conditions that may need emergency care, including heart attack, stroke, asthma, diabetes and epilepsyManagement of common medical emergenciesTreatment of poisoning including venomous bites and stingsAnaphylaxis and AsthmaContribute to workplace reporting of an incident and psychological impacts on self and othersEntry Requirements - Participants must be a minimum of 14 years of age on the date of final assessment.Delivery options - One full day of training (8 hours) plus a question and answer workbook (available online) to be completed independently prior to the day of practical training.Assessment - This course is assessed through demonstration, presentation and application of all elements of competency in the workplace. Participants will be required to complete activities that may include role-plays, oral and written questioning, practical demonstrations and performing scenarios.Please note, it is a requirement of this course that practical demonstration of CPR must be performed on the floor.CertificationUpon successful completion of the course, participants will receive a nationally recognised statement of attainment for the following units of competency:- HLTAID009 - Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation - HLTAID010 - Provide basic emergency life support- HLTAID011 - Provide First Aid- HLTAID012 - Provide First Aid in an education and care settingPre Course Learning - Approximately 1 hour online activities.Validity - Three (3) years from date of course. It is recommended by the Australian Resuscitation Council that the CPR component of this course be updated every 12 months.

The UC Medical & Counselling Centre is offering a free, weekly group for UC students who have been diagnosed with, or think they may have ADHD. Led by Senior Psychologist, Vicki de Prazer, this group will look at understanding and developing strategies to manage concentration, attention, and time more effectively, plus the importance of routine and structure in our day to day lives.Please note: from Semester 2, 2025, this group will continue to run weekly, but will alternate between online and on-campus sessions.Each week’s content will be delivered on-campus one week, then repeated online the following week.To avoid repeating the same material, it's recommended that you choose either online or on-campus sessions and attend every second week, depending on your preference.Upcoming sessions:30 Jul - on-campus6 August - online13 August - on-campus20 August - online27 August - on-campus3 September - online10 September - on-campus17 September - online24 September - on-campus1 October - online8 October - on-campus15 October - online22 October - on-campus29 October - online

Take a break from study and head down to the Concourse Lawns at lunchtime for some Dodgeball with UC Sport's Social Sport.

UCLifex and Surf Life Saving NSW are bringing a First Aid course straight to you on campus to make it as simple as possible for you to get certified! There are 3 course options, please see the details of each below to choose which course you'd like to do. Please note, HLTAID011 includes HLTAID009, and HLTAID012 includes both HLTAID011 & HLTAID009. All three courses are run together, those only completing the CPR component (HLTAID009) will finish in the morning, those completing HLTAID011 will finish around 4:30pm and those completing HLTAID012 will complete 30 additional minutes, finishing around 5pm. Please only book ONE of the below courses. Course 1.HLTAID009 - Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitationCourse DescriptionThe Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) course delivers the essential principles, skills and knowledge to maintain or restore breathing and circulation in an adult, child or infant. The course content is based on the policies and standards of the Australian Resuscitation Council.Course ContentRecognise an emergency situation and convey details of the incident to emergency servicesLegal issues and infection controlAssessing the casualty and recognising the need for CPREmergency action principles - DRSABCDPlan an appropriate first aid responseExternal cardiac compressions (CPR)Adult, infant and child CPR rates and techniquesOne and two person CPR techniquesUse of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)Contribute to workplace reporting of an incident and psychological impacts on self and othersDuration - 2.5 hours including assessment.Entry Requirements - Participants must be a minimum of 10 years of age on the date of final assessment.Assessment - The course is assessed through demonstration*, presentation and application of all elements of competency in the workplace. Participants will be required to complete activities that may include role-plays, oral and written questioning, practical demonstrations and performing scenarios. Please note, it is a requirement of this course that practical demonstration of CPR must be performed on the floor.Certification - Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive a nationally recognised statement of attainment for the following unit of competency: - HLTAID009 - Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitationValidity - One (1) year from date of course. It is recommended by the Australian Resuscitation Council that you update your CPR skills every 12 months. Course 2.HLTAID011 - Provide First AidCourse DescriptionThis course provides participants with the knowledge and skills needed to manage emergency first aid situations and deliver competent emergency care until the arrival of professional medical support. Once completed, participants will obtain a first aid certificate that is valid for three years. The Provide First Aid course is nationally recognised ACECQA approved training.Course ContentLegal issues and infection controlDRSABCD action planThe principles of first aid and its applicationsRecognition and management of emergency situations and convey details of the incident to emergency servicesCardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and DefibrillationContribute to workplace reporting of an incident and psychological impacts on self and othersTreatment of shock, infection, fractures, bleeding and burnsEmergencies due to lack of oxygen, excess heat or coldRecognition and management of medical conditions that may need emergency care, including heart attack, stroke, asthma, diabetes and epilepsyManagement of common medical emergencies using available equipmentTreatment of poisoning including venomous bites and stingsEntry Requirements - Participants must be a minimum of 14 years of age on the date of final assessment.Delivery Options - One full day of training (8 hours) plus a question and answer workbook (available online) to be completed independently prior to the day of practical training.Assessment- This course is assessed through demonstration, presentation and application of all elements of competency in the workplace. Participants will be required to complete activities that may include role-plays, oral and written questioning, practical demonstrations and performing scenarios. Please note, it is a requirement of this course that practical demonstration of CPR must be performed on the floor.CertificationUpon successful completion of the course, participants will receive a nationally recognised statement of attainment for the following units of competency:- HLTAID009 - Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation - HLTAID010 - Provide basic emergency life support- HLTAID011 - Provide First AidPre Course Learning - Approximately 1 hour online activities.Validity - Three (3) years from date of course. It is recommended by the Australian Resuscitation Council that the CPR component of this course be updated every 12 months Course 3.HLTAID012 - Education and CareCourse DescriptionThis course covers the skills and knowledge required to provide a first aid response to infants and children in line with first aid guidelines determined by the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) and other Australian national peak clinical bodies. This unit applies to a range of workers within an education and care setting who are required to respond to a first aid emergency, including asthma and anaphylactic emergencies. This includes early childhood workers and educators who work with school age children in outside school hours care and vacation programs.Course ContentLegal issues and infection controlDRSABCD action planThe principles of first aid and its applicationsRecognition and management of emergency situations and convey details of the incident to emergency services, parents/caregivers and regulatory authoritiesCardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and DefibrillationTreatment of shock, infection, fractures, bleeding and burnsEmergencies due to lack of oxygen, excess heat or coldRecognition and management of medical conditions that may need emergency care, including heart attack, stroke, asthma, diabetes and epilepsyManagement of common medical emergenciesTreatment of poisoning including venomous bites and stingsAnaphylaxis and AsthmaContribute to workplace reporting of an incident and psychological impacts on self and othersEntry Requirements - Participants must be a minimum of 14 years of age on the date of final assessment.Delivery options - One full day of training (8 hours) plus a question and answer workbook (available online) to be completed independently prior to the day of practical training.Assessment - This course is assessed through demonstration, presentation and application of all elements of competency in the workplace. Participants will be required to complete activities that may include role-plays, oral and written questioning, practical demonstrations and performing scenarios.Please note, it is a requirement of this course that practical demonstration of CPR must be performed on the floor.CertificationUpon successful completion of the course, participants will receive a nationally recognised statement of attainment for the following units of competency:- HLTAID009 - Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation - HLTAID010 - Provide basic emergency life support- HLTAID011 - Provide First Aid- HLTAID012 - Provide First Aid in an education and care settingPre Course Learning - Approximately 1 hour online activities.Validity - Three (3) years from date of course. It is recommended by the Australian Resuscitation Council that the CPR component of this course be updated every 12 months.

UC Medical and Counselling Centre offers a free weekly workshop for UC students to help them develop new skills and tools to tackle the various challenges students face.Each week one of our Psychologists will work with students 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 online via Zoom.  Link: https://zoom.us/j/97664287908?...Links to an external site.Meeting ID: 976 6428 7908Passcode: 595094

Farm-fresh produce right here on campus? Yes, please! Every Thursday, Allan brings a pop-up selection of in-season fruit, veggies, eggs, and honey for you to purchase right here on campus. He accepts both cash or card (noting a $10 EFTPOS minimum). Details:Every Thursday 11:15am-1:00pm in the Refectory He even offers pre-ordering, contact Allan on allan@allansfarmfresh.com.au or via SMS to 0409 909 373 by 10am on Wednesdays.*Pop-up subject to Allan's availability and produce varies depending on season.

Take a break from study and head down to the Sports Hall at lunchtime for some Pickleball with UC Sport's Social Sport Sessions.

Throughout this semester, Curieux (UC’s student magazine) is hosting a fortnightly get together for readers and contributors. If you’re into writing, making art or just like enjoying the creative work of others, come along to meet some new friends, talk about the things you’re passionate about and maybe share some work in a supportive and collaborative environment. We meet from 15:00 – 17:00, every second Thursday throughout the semester. Meetings are in room 1C75 (above the refectory). See you there!

Come along and get your groove on with Mel and Suzan at the UC Fit Dance Classes. Tuesdays: 5:15 pm - 6 pm with MelDance Studio, Building 4 Thursdays: 6:30 pm - 7:15 pm with SuzanUC Lodge Upstairs Common Room To book: Contact UCFit receptionCall: 6201 2542 or Email: ucfit@canberra.edu.au

Take a break from study and head down to the Sports Hall at lunchtime for some Badminton with UC Sport's Social Sport Sessions.

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 the FRIDAY of each week, 1pm-2pm, in 1C100 or via Microsoft Teams.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 event.If you are interested in joining the activity please contact the organiser, Craig Johnson, to confirm the online details or location.

Sometimes it is hard to meet new people, or to find opportunities to practise 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 practising 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, and especially for international students or visiting scholars from overseas – but anyone who wants to practise 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 event.If you are interested in joining the activity, please contact the organiser, Craig Johnson, to confirm details (times and location can change).

Take a break from study and head down to the Sports Hall at lunchtime for some Volleyball with UC Sport's Daily Social Sport.

Get your weekly dose of fun and friendly competition! Whether you're a seasoned strategist or want to learn a new game, it's free to join other board game lovers. Got a great game to share, bring it along and teach others or play a game from the collection. All welcome. 20% off food at the Qure Bar & Grill in Belconnen. 

The UCX Food Pantry is providing a free breakfast each week! Come on down before class to the UCX Student Lounge and grab a healthy breakfast to start your day. 

Take a break from study and head down to the at lunchtime for some Social Sport with UC Sport. Tuesdays are all about you! We keep things flexible so we can bring you the sport you're hyped about right now — whether it's a fan favourite, a viral trend, or something new you’re keen to try. Got a sport you’re loving or one you’ve always wanted to give a go?Let us know and we’ll do our best to make it happen!

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!

Come and Connect Up with fun Trivia at the Lighthouse every Tuesday from 7pm - 9pm  Visit our Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/connectup2617/ 

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 20th August (week 4) - Halal Snack PacksWednesday 24th September (Week 9) - Taco FeastWednesday 15th October (Week 12) - Curry Night

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 Wednesday 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!

Speaker: Julia BrandDate\Time: Thursday 25 September 2025, 12:30-13:30Location: Building 1 Level A Room 1A21, University of Canberra (NB Room 1a21 is accessed from the foyer joining Building 1 and Mizzuna café); or Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/95029077504 AbstractLaser cleaning provides a highly controlled, non-invasive method for removing surface contaminants without damaging the underlying material, making it especially valuable in the preservation of sensitive cultural artifacts.  Over the past year, the Victoria and Albert Museum’s conservation team has applied this approach across various materials and object types, such as plastics, micromosaics, ceramics, and paintings. This seminar will offer an overview of how laser cleaning works, its advantages, and the results obtained during the projects undertaken in 2024. It will also share practical insights, highlight challenges and benefits, and demonstrate the growing role of laser technology in the preservation of cultural heritage. All are welcome! BioJulia is a postdoctoral research fellow specialising in the application of laser technologies for the conservation of cultural heritage materials. She completed her PhD at University of Canberra in 2023, focusing on the use of femtosecond pulse lasers to clean the granite cladding of the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Following her doctoral studies, she undertook a laser cleaning fellowship at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, where she worked closely with conservators to integrate laser cleaning into routine treatment practices. Julia has since returned to Canberra, where her research will explore the application of laser cleaning to Aboriginal rock art. Supports and fundingsThis fellowship was funded by Ed and Anne Teppo The Culture and Creativity Seminar Series is hosted by the Centre for Cultural and Creative Research (CCCR), Faculty of Arts and Design, University of Canberra. To discover upcoming seminars, please follow us on Facebook @uccccr, or Instagram and Twitter @uc_cccr. Alternatively, join our mailing list by emailing cccr@canberra.edu.au. Any questions and accessibility requests please contact: cccr@canberra.edu.au.

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!

Hi, it’s your friend Ben. Hope all's well.  I am celebrating the 20th anniversary Awake is the New Sleep with an Australian tour for September and October. I’m not really a nostalgic person, I prefer to keep pushing forward with new projects and ideas, but this feels weirdly right to me. I’ve done so much touring in the last couple of years, averaging about 100 shows a year, and it's become abundantly clear to me that this album Awake was a really vital part of so many people’s lives and emotional journeys. I’ve chatted to so many people about the wide-eyed exploration and optimism of the record, and how it still seems to find people at the exact right time that they need that kind of energy. It’s an album that seemed to change a lot of lives, including mine. I’m looking forward to facing that, head on, and exploring what these songs mean to me and the audience today, 20 years on. They still feel potent. I’m going to play the whole album in full, with a great band behind me, and tell you some stories about how these tunes came to be. We're doing it 2005 style, no backing tracks, no click tracks, no video screens. Just a great band on a stage covered in flowers, singing songs about love and lust and adventure and interconnectivity. It’s gonna be a vibe. Come along for the ride.  Big love! Your friend. Ben

Fortnightly on Saturdays  Date: Saturday, 2 AugustTime: 1pm-4pmLocation: Belconnen Community Centre, 23 Swanson Ct, BelconnenJoin an afternoon of craft, community and connection facilitated by local creatives. Get hands-on with slow crafts like crochet, scrapbooking, junk journaling, textile art, and more. You will find a cosy circle of picnic rugs, beanbags, and heaters as we sip chai, share stories and try something new each fortnight.

The SLAM! Pro Wrestling League is the premiere interactive sports and entertainment spectacle that will take over the UC REFECTORY on SEPTEMBER 27 2025!Join us for a thrilling showcase of athleticism and entertainment suitable for all ages, as the SLAM! Pro Wrestling League brings together the nation's top athletes in an action-packed showdown! TICKET INFORMATION:Tickets on sale starting Saturday, July 26, at 5 pm (AEST).For more information, contact us at info@slamprowrestling.com.au.FAMILY FRIENDLY EVENT:This is a family-friendly, all-ages event. Disorderly behavior will not be tolerated.Important Notes:Event card subject to change without notice due to injury or unforeseen circumstances.REFUND POLICY: All ticket purchases are non-refundable to ensure fairness and integrity for all ticket holders and event planning.In the event of a date change or cancellation, refunds and/or ticket transfers will be offered to all ticket holders.Event Details:PRE EVENT DINNER AT UC BAR 4:30pmDoors open at 6:00 pm.Bell time: 7:00 pm.Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience! Grab your tickets now for SLAM! Pro Wrestling League!

In 2015, Seth Sentry took Strange New Past on the road with an epic 50-show national tour, cementing the album as a defining chapter in Australian hip hop. Now, a decade later, he’s back to celebrate its 10 year anniversary – revisiting the songs that captured a generation and showcasing the timeless storytelling that made Strange New Past an ARIA-winning classic.Join Seth as he performs deep cuts from the album, along with fan favourites and a few surprises, in an intimate celebration of one of Australia’s most loved hip hop records. Don’t miss this chance to relive Strange New Past live, 10 years on.

Student Equity and Participation is offering a free holiday program for current UC students with children aged 5-12 years.The SSAF-sponsored program will be staffed by full-time and casual members of the Aspire UC component of the Student Equity and Participation team. All staff have a valid Working with Vulnerable People Card.To be eligible for the free program, parents must be currently enrolled in a course at UC. The program is offered to children aged 5-12 years, with a maximum of 12 participants per day. You can book multiple children in for one of the three days we are offering the program.The days will be themed as follows:Morning session (9:30 am to 12:00 pm): "Busy Bees". Make your own terrarium, paint a garden gnome and explore the UC campus on a sustainability scavenger hunt.Afternoon session (1:00-3:30 pm): "The Art of Light and Shadow". Paint chalk shadows, create cyanotypes and make your own lantern in this arts-based session.Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea will be provided. Please note that parents/carers must be at the University of Canberra campus while their child/ren is participating in school holiday program activities.

UC Medical and Counselling Centre and the Citizen Centred Justice Clinic (CCJC) are offering a FREE Will information seminar for staff and students at the University of Canberra. The session will be run by an experienced lawyer from CCJC and will focus on the importance of making a will, how to utilise a will kit, important factors to consider, and how the CCJC can assist you in making your will.After attending this session, attendees are encouraged to attend the FREE Will Writing Session. In the Will Writing session you will learn how to formally write your will, review final considerations for your will, and have your will witnessed.

Each fortnight, join the UCX Food Pantry and UC Nutri Club to learn a new recipe! Using ingredients from the pantry, we'll show you a new way to use your weekly groceries to create a delicious meal. Not only will you learn some new skills, you'll also get a free meal while you're at it!

Speaker: Joel BennettDate\Time: Thursday 2 October 2025, 12:30-13:30Location: Building 1 Level A Room 1A21, University of Canberra (NB Room 1a21 is accessed from the foyer joining Building 1 and Mizzuna café); or Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/95029077504 AbstractWe will be having lunch while Monica shares with us about recycling textiles. Make some This seminar explores the rapidly developing field of virtual production, a form of filmmaking that combines live-action and computer-generated elements on set, enabling real-time interaction between performers and digital worlds. Drawing on several years of practice-led inquiry and professional experience as a freelance motion capture technician, it examines the lived experience of performance within these hybrid spaces. The discussion will focus on how actors and other creative practitioners navigate the perceptual, spatial, and social challenges of working in digitally mediated environments, offering new insights into immersion, embodiment, and the evolving relationships between people and technology in contemporary screen production.All are welcome! BioJoel Bennett is a Lecturer in Digital Media and Game Development at UC. He is a designer and technology enthusiast with a background in games, animation, and creative media. His work explores how people engage with emerging technologies in screen-based and interactive environments, with a focus on virtual production, extended reality, and digital performance. He is the author of Facilitating an Immersive Performance Environment in Virtual Production (Routledge, 2025), and his current research and teaching support innovative approaches to practice-based learning in digital media and game development.The Culture and Creativity Seminar Series is hosted by the Centre for Cultural and Creative Research (CCCR), Faculty of Arts and Design, University of Canberra. To discover upcoming seminars, please follow us on Facebook @uccccr, or Instagram and Twitter @uc_cccr. Alternatively, join our mailing list by emailing cccr@canberra.edu.au. Any questions and accessibility requests please contact: cccr@canberra.edu.au.

Join the Wellbeing team for a calm walk at Lake Ginninderra. Bring friends or meet new ones, and connect with the beautiful Ngunnawal landscape next to the UC campus. This will be a slow paced walk on pathways, guided by the Wellbeing team. Meet at Coffee Grounds, Telita Street at the UC campus. 

Want a chance to win $1000? Grab your friends and sign up for the annual Scavenger Hunt! Be adventurous and make some fun memories before the semester ends. Might need to have creative and thinking caps on to earn your points, hope to see you around campus.... maybe there's some activities off-campus too? Scav Hunt starts 7th October and closes on the 10th October.

UC Capitals Holiday Camp - Get Your Tickets Now!Lace up your sneakers, grab your friends, and join us for an epic week of basketball led by the UC Capitals' very own coaches and athletes! Our UC Caps Holiday Camp offers young basketball enthusiasts the chance to enhance their skills alongside UC Caps players and coaches in a fun and supportive environment. What’s Included:Expert Coaching: Each session will be led by UC Caps coaches and players.UC Capitals Tickets: Every participant will receive an access code for a ticket to attend a UC Capitals home game during the 2025/26 WNBL season!Snacks: Breaks will be held during the session with complimentary snacks like fruit, snow cones, and popcorn! Camp Details:Ages: 6-16 years oldSessions: Tuesday 7 October 1:00pm - 4:00pm at the University of CanberraSpecialist Shooting Session: Wednesday 8 October 9:00am-12:00pm at the University of CanberraWednesday 8 October 1:00pm - 4:00pm at the University of CanberraThursday 9 October 1:00pm - 4:00pm at Radford CollegeFriday 10 October 1:00pm - 4:00pm at Radford CollegeLocations:Building 4 Sports Hall, University of Canberra (Allawoona St, Bruce ACT 2617)G Wigg Sports Centre, Radford College (1 College St, Bruce ACT 2617)Capacity: Each session is limited to 48 participants Pricing:Single Sessions: $100 per participantBoth Wednesday Sessions: $180 per participantFull Week (5 Sessions): $450 per participant

UCLifex and Surf Life Saving NSW are bringing a First Aid course straight to you on campus to make it as simple as possible for you to get certified! There are 3 course options, please see the details of each below to choose which course you'd like to do. Please note, HLTAID011 includes HLTAID009, and HLTAID012 includes both HLTAID011 & HLTAID009. All three courses are run together, those only completing the CPR component (HLTAID009) will finish in the morning, those completing HLTAID011 will finish around 4:30pm and those completing HLTAID012 will complete 30 additional minutes, finishing around 5pm. Please only book ONE of the below courses. Course 1.HLTAID009 - Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitationCourse DescriptionThe Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) course delivers the essential principles, skills and knowledge to maintain or restore breathing and circulation in an adult, child or infant. The course content is based on the policies and standards of the Australian Resuscitation Council.Course ContentRecognise an emergency situation and convey details of the incident to emergency servicesLegal issues and infection controlAssessing the casualty and recognising the need for CPREmergency action principles - DRSABCDPlan an appropriate first aid responseExternal cardiac compressions (CPR)Adult, infant and child CPR rates and techniquesOne and two person CPR techniquesUse of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)Contribute to workplace reporting of an incident and psychological impacts on self and othersDuration - 2.5 hours including assessment.Entry Requirements - Participants must be a minimum of 10 years of age on the date of final assessment.Assessment - The course is assessed through demonstration*, presentation and application of all elements of competency in the workplace. Participants will be required to complete activities that may include role-plays, oral and written questioning, practical demonstrations and performing scenarios. Please note, it is a requirement of this course that practical demonstration of CPR must be performed on the floor.Certification - Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive a nationally recognised statement of attainment for the following unit of competency: - HLTAID009 - Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitationValidity - One (1) year from date of course. It is recommended by the Australian Resuscitation Council that you update your CPR skills every 12 months. Course 2.HLTAID011 - Provide First AidCourse DescriptionThis course provides participants with the knowledge and skills needed to manage emergency first aid situations and deliver competent emergency care until the arrival of professional medical support. Once completed, participants will obtain a first aid certificate that is valid for three years. The Provide First Aid course is nationally recognised ACECQA approved training.Course ContentLegal issues and infection controlDRSABCD action planThe principles of first aid and its applicationsRecognition and management of emergency situations and convey details of the incident to emergency servicesCardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and DefibrillationContribute to workplace reporting of an incident and psychological impacts on self and othersTreatment of shock, infection, fractures, bleeding and burnsEmergencies due to lack of oxygen, excess heat or coldRecognition and management of medical conditions that may need emergency care, including heart attack, stroke, asthma, diabetes and epilepsyManagement of common medical emergencies using available equipmentTreatment of poisoning including venomous bites and stingsEntry Requirements - Participants must be a minimum of 14 years of age on the date of final assessment.Delivery Options - One full day of training (8 hours) plus a question and answer workbook (available online) to be completed independently prior to the day of practical training.Assessment- This course is assessed through demonstration, presentation and application of all elements of competency in the workplace. Participants will be required to complete activities that may include role-plays, oral and written questioning, practical demonstrations and performing scenarios. Please note, it is a requirement of this course that practical demonstration of CPR must be performed on the floor.CertificationUpon successful completion of the course, participants will receive a nationally recognised statement of attainment for the following units of competency:- HLTAID009 - Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation - HLTAID010 - Provide basic emergency life support- HLTAID011 - Provide First AidPre Course Learning - Approximately 1 hour online activities.Validity - Three (3) years from date of course. It is recommended by the Australian Resuscitation Council that the CPR component of this course be updated every 12 months Course 3.HLTAID012 - Education and CareCourse DescriptionThis course covers the skills and knowledge required to provide a first aid response to infants and children in line with first aid guidelines determined by the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) and other Australian national peak clinical bodies. This unit applies to a range of workers within an education and care setting who are required to respond to a first aid emergency, including asthma and anaphylactic emergencies. This includes early childhood workers and educators who work with school age children in outside school hours care and vacation programs.Course ContentLegal issues and infection controlDRSABCD action planThe principles of first aid and its applicationsRecognition and management of emergency situations and convey details of the incident to emergency services, parents/caregivers and regulatory authoritiesCardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and DefibrillationTreatment of shock, infection, fractures, bleeding and burnsEmergencies due to lack of oxygen, excess heat or coldRecognition and management of medical conditions that may need emergency care, including heart attack, stroke, asthma, diabetes and epilepsyManagement of common medical emergenciesTreatment of poisoning including venomous bites and stingsAnaphylaxis and AsthmaContribute to workplace reporting of an incident and psychological impacts on self and othersEntry Requirements - Participants must be a minimum of 14 years of age on the date of final assessment.Delivery options - One full day of training (8 hours) plus a question and answer workbook (available online) to be completed independently prior to the day of practical training.Assessment - This course is assessed through demonstration, presentation and application of all elements of competency in the workplace. Participants will be required to complete activities that may include role-plays, oral and written questioning, practical demonstrations and performing scenarios.Please note, it is a requirement of this course that practical demonstration of CPR must be performed on the floor.CertificationUpon successful completion of the course, participants will receive a nationally recognised statement of attainment for the following units of competency:- HLTAID009 - Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation - HLTAID010 - Provide basic emergency life support- HLTAID011 - Provide First Aid- HLTAID012 - Provide First Aid in an education and care settingPre Course Learning - Approximately 1 hour online activities.Validity - Three (3) years from date of course. It is recommended by the Australian Resuscitation Council that the CPR component of this course be updated every 12 months.

Coming off a big opening weekend in Melbourne, the UC Capitals are back in town and will open up their home campaign against title favourites Townsville Fire.Opals Jade Melbourne, Nyadiew Puoch, Sara Blicavs and Zitina Aokuso lead a reloaded roster that is looking to end the Caps' three-year finals drought.Expect fireworks and fast-paced action as our Caps look to make a strong statement to start the season.Tip off 7 pm.

Do you have the best singing voice in the world? Unlikely. But do you have the WORST singing voice in the world? EQUALLY UNLIKELY. Your voice is probably average (at best), and at Pub Choir: we think that’s great!Now in it’s 8th year, Pub Choir is the easiest, funniest, largest music lesson in the world. Created and led by the human rubber band Astrid, be snapped into shape and flicked by her quick humour as she teaches everybody how to make a BRAND NEW PIECE OF ART TOGETHER.What will happen at the show? An entirely improvised, comedy music lesson, where you are the main attraction. Astrid will teach you one song (yep, just the one) in 3-part harmony, and you will do your best to follow her instructions and not to cry.Generally, you should prepare yourself to learn something new and to not be a dickhead in public. But what should you specifically prepare? Nothing. It’s not that kind of choir. There’ll be no auditions and no homework. Just bring your mouth and we’ll do the rest.So come and bring your average-at-best self, and your average-at-best friends, and let’s try to worry less and feel better. Also worth mentioning, Astrid wrote a book, and it’s called Average At Best and signed copies will be available for pre-order purchase with Pub Choir tickets, to be collected at the show. Vocal health depending, Astrid plans to sit at the merch desk and sign these books after every show until her audience grows tired of her.

The HEAL National Research Network is hosting its annual conference from 3-6 November 2025, building on the resounding success of its first four conferences in 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. #HEAL2025, with the theme of ‘Weaving Diverse Knowledges into Climate Action for Better Health’,will provide a dynamic, inclusive and decentralised platform for diverse research, policy and practice communities within the HEAL Network to come together sharing knowledge, evidence and ideas. Over four days, HEAL 2025 will deliver opportunities to discuss the leading health, climate and environmental challenges we face in Australia, the Asia-Pacific region and internationally. We will discuss how the HEAL Network is addressing these challenges, shaping innovative research to support Australia’s first National Health and Climate Strategy and the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals, and helping to translate research into responsible policy practices such as more sustainable healthcare and climate-resilient communities. In line with HEAL’s core commitment to supporting and elevating Australian First Nations and grassroot leadership and knowledges, we will be highlighting inspiring case studies from communities who are on the frontlines of climate and environmental change. The hybrid conference will be delivered online nationally and internationally, and at in-person at eight regional nodes across Australia, providing multiple avenues for delegates to participate and connect with each other.Please register here to attend (no registration fees).   Call for AbstractsAbstract submissions for e-posters and oral presentations that address the HEAL 2025 research themes close on 11:59pm AEST, Sunday 7th September 2025. Prizes will be awarded in the following categories Best E-Poster Presentation, Best Oral Presentation and Best Indigenous Project. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this four-day hybrid conference exploring the urgent health, climate, and environmental challenges facing Australia, the Asia-Pacific region, and the world. 

Congratulations for making it through another year of studies at UC! For those in the 2025 graduating class, you have well and truly earned a night of celebrating with your friends, partners, classmates and peers. Don't wait until March to reap the benefits of graduating, celebrate with us at Graduation Ball! And for those just finishing up another big year at UC, this is the perfect excuse to dress up and spend the night with your mates, dancing all that stress away.  Everyone is welcome at the event, UC student or not, so there's no excuse for staying home that night! Tickets include a 4 hour drinks package, 2 course meal, canapes, live music and professional photography. Tickets close Wednesday October 29th. **Please note, this is an 18+ only event

Australia’s favourite beer-fuelled legends Cosmic Psychos are back with their twelfth studio album I Really Like Beer on Friday November 7, and they’re hitting the road the very same day. No mucking around.To mark the album release, the band is heading off on their most ridiculous tour yet. 42 regional dates right across Australia, kicking off in early November and charging into 2025. RSLs, pubs, halls and hard-earned beers with the local townsfolk.The band will be joined on drums by none other than Dan Peters (Mudhoney, Nirvana) for the first leg and that young whippersnapper BC from Dune Rats on the second stretch. One tour. Two drummers. No downtime. We dare you to find a more extensive tour in Aussie Rock history.“We made a record about beer, so now we’re going to play it in as many pubs as possible. Simple.” says Knight.

Keenan Te – The Constellations Tour – Australia & New ZealandOne of the fastest-growing breakout stars in the world right now, Keenan Te is bringing his viral sensation status home with The Constellations Tour across Australia and New Zealand this October and NovemberWith over 300 million streams and global hits like Scars, Never Let You Go, and Favorite Lesson, Keenan’s emotional storytelling and powerhouse vocals have captivated millions across TikTok and beyond. Now, fans will get the chance to experience it all live in an unforgettable night of music and connection. 

The Capitals are back home after a three-game road trip to face the Sydney Flames for the second time this season.Last season’s matchups between these two squads went down the wire with Sydney’s two late season wins proving the difference in the finals race.The Caps will be looking for some payback in this early season matchup.Tip off 3pm.

As democracies face multiple threats, from deepening polarisation and rising extremism to the spread of mis- and disinformation, the concept of democratic resilience has gained renewed urgency. Yet questions remain: What does democratic resilience truly entail? And how can it support broader efforts to renew democracy in the face of these challenges?This conference aims to deepen and expand the conversation around democratic resilience by bringing together an international community of scholars and practitioners. We invite contributions that explore innovative theoretical and empirical approaches as well as effective practical strategies for confronting the critical challenges facing democracies today. Topics of interest include--but are not limited to--declining trust in democratic institutions, the resurgence of far-right and anti-democratic actors, various forms of polarisation, violent extremism, and the role of political institutions, democratic innovations, civil society, social movements, and grassroots initiatives in advancing a more resilient democracy.We welcome theoretical, empirical, and practice-oriented papers that engage critically with the concepts of democratic resilience and democratic renewal, including how these are assessed and implemented across diverse contexts. Submissions should clearly identify the specific threat or challenge being addressed and demonstrate how the work contributes to current scholarship and debates on democratic resilience and/or innovation.Please submit an abstract of up to 200 words, along with a short author bio of up to 200 words by 8 August 2025 to Dr Emily Foley (emily.foley@canberra.edu.au).Successful applicants will be notified by 22 August 2025.

Complicated. Genius. Iconic. There is only one Kim Dracula.From humble beginnings in our own Apple Isle to recognition as a bona fide international superstar collaborating with the likes of Korn's Jonathan Davis to Tech N9ne, SeeYouSpaceCowboy and In This Moment; Kim Dracula's journey is the stuff of legends. Hard work and sacrifice is a given, but at the end it is undisputed talent as a vocalist (with a freakish range), musician, songwriter and the most wicked sense of humour and style that sets KD so far above the fray.Following the monumental success of the 2023 debut album, A Gradual Decline In Morale, which has amassed well over 60 million streams worldwide, Kim Dracula continues to redefine modern music with an unapologetic fusion of nu-metal, trap, industrial, jazz, and hyperpop.Kim Dracula’s live shows are a sensory overload, blending theatricality, raw energy, and genre-bending chaos. From wielding chainsaws to emerging from coffins, the performances have solidified a reputation as a must-see artist.“It’s not just a concert it’s a full-on experience. We’re here to shake things up and leave you questioning everything. I’m dying to bring this madness home to Australia!"Joining KD for this most triumphant homecoming is the absolute legend, Wednesday 13 who returns on the back of a sold out Australian tour in 2023 celebrating his former band Murderdolls.The pairing of Kim Dracula and Wednesday 13 is a stroke of evil genius. Fast and dirty, raw, chaotic and macabre. It's tongue-in-cheek horror done to perfection. Murderdolls and Wednesday 13 defined an entire subculture, Kim Dracula has raised the (wooden) stakes and thrown gasoline on the fire.VIP Inclusions:TICKET TO THE SHOW + EARLY ACCESS + M&G WITH BOTH BANDS+ PHOTO OP WITH BANDS + VIP LAMINATE + 1 ITEM SIGNED BY EACH BAND

With a third of the season already in the books, the UC Capitals will look to further establish their place in the standings with a matchup against the Perth Lynx.Teige Morrell gets her first crack against her former squad in this mouthwatering matchup of two finals contenders.Tip off 5pm.

Following the release of his highly anticipated second album The Other Side in May, Tyne-James Organ is hitting the road again, this time for a special regional tour across Australia through October and November. Crafted over three years, The Other Side has already resonated deeply with fans, featuring standout singles like Worth My Time, All On Me and One Way Ticket.After a sold-out national tour earlier this year, Tyne brings his signature live energy to regional stages, delivering the captivating, all-heart performances he’s known for. Expect rousing singalongs to fan favourites like Sunday Suit, Graceful,  Not Ready For Love along with all the new album highlights.Tickets are limited and will run/sell out! Don’t miss your chance for a show to remember. 

Coming off a road game in Geelong, the UC Capitals kick off a home-heavy December schedule with a matchup against the Adelaide Lightning.It’ll be the second game of the season against the Lightning and will be the visitors' only trip to Canberra. Our Capitals will try to keep the buckets coming as they protect homecourt.Tip off 7pm.

The UC Capitals look to defend homecourt against the visiting Southside Melbourne Flyers in the second game of a three-game pre-Christmas homestand.Plenty of excitement is on the cards with marquee matchups such as Jade Melbourne vs Maddi Rocci, Zitina Aokuso vs Cayla George, and of course, Round 2 of the Puoch sisters battling it out.Tip off 7pm.

YEEHAW! It's Grinspoon's 30th birthday and you're invited!