University of Melbourne Events Calendar

The Centre for Asian Business and Economics (CABE) at the University of Melbourne is honoured to host the 2026 CABE Public Lecture, featuring Cameron Mitchell, Head of Geopolitical Risk, Australia & New Zealand Banking Group Limited.

In this highly anticipated public lecture, Cameron Mitchell, Head of Geopolitical Risk at ANZ, will first explore key geopolitical themes and events, including: the rise of economic statecraft, increased energy security-driven policy, US-China relations, and conflicts in Europe and the Middle East.

Drawing on his expertise in global markets and international affairs, Cameron will examine how these themes and events impact the Asia-Pacific commercial sector and broader economy via a series of transmission channels.

Join us for light refreshments from 4:45 PM to 5:15 PM.

The public lecture will commence at 5:30 PM.

Hosted by the Centre for Asian Business and Economics, Faculty of Business and Economics, University of Melbourne

Please note: This is an in-person only event. The recording will be available online after the lecture.

We warmly invite families, young people, members and allies of the deaf community to Science Gallery Melbourne’s free Deaf Art Science Festival on Saturday 19 September 2026.

This event has been co-designed with members of the deaf community including students and professionals, and will be an exciting day of exploration and learning at the University of Melbourne’s Science Gallery. The program includes:

• Keynote forum with deaf/hard of hearing experts in climate change and the climate crisis.

• Deaf-led STEM activities for families including Makey Makey workshops and Auslan Storytime.

• Introductory Auslan lesson by deaf Auslan teachers.

• Showcase of deaf organisations and emergency services supporting the deaf/hard of hearing community.

• Science Gallery Cafe open for coffee and lunch, staffed by deaf student baristas from Victorian College for the Deaf’s Tradeblock Cafe.

Auslan interpreters will be available and families with children are encouraged to attend. Attendees can create their own program by selecting from all available sessions to tailor the day to their interests.

Please note: This is a free event. Registration is essential via the event page.