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SUMMARY:Post Growth Entrepreneurship with Dr. Melanie Rieback
DESCRIPTION:Date: 28 June | Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm \nLocation: The Kelvin Club \nBookings essential: https://events.humanitix.com/post-growth-entrepreneurship-with-dr-melanie-rieback \nJoin us for an enlightening evening focused on Post Growth Entrepreneurship\, featuring a keynote address by international speaker Dr. Melanie Rieback. Learn about innovative approaches to entrepreneurship that prioritise social and environmental impact over profit. \nDr. Rieback is one of the “9 Most Innovative Women in the European Union” (EU Women Innovators Prize) in 2019. \nWhat you will gain: \n\nAttendees will gain valuable insights into sustainable\, non-extractive business and investment models and practical strategies for building resilient\, community-focused enterprises.\n\nDiscussion points: \n\nIs organisational growth always the goal?\nWhat about investment without ownership?\nWhat can we learn from Europe – and what can Europe learn from us?\n\nAbout the event:\nPost Growth Entrepreneurship (PGE)\, as defined by the Post Growth Entrepreneurship Workshop\, reframes business as a form of activism\, art\, spirituality\, and creative expression. This model embraces flat growth curves and rejects the traditional need for investors\, scaling\, and exits\, questioning conventional entrepreneurial wisdom and re-envisioning business as a vehicle for pure positive impact. \nCost*: \n\n$20 for Concession/Co-op/Union/Kelvin Club members\n$25 for Passionate\n\nBookings essential: https://events.humanitix.com/post-growth-entrepreneurship-with-dr-melanie-rieback \nFood and Drink: \n\nFinger food included until 6:30pm (first in\, best dressed!)\nDrinks at bar prices thereafter\nBookings are essential – secure your place now.\nContact: coopcauseway@gmail.com for any enquiries *including about waiving the booking fee.\n\nBookings essential: https://events.humanitix.com/post-growth-entrepreneurship-with-dr-melanie-rieback \nAbout Dr. Melanie Rieback:\nDr. Melanie Rieback is the CEO and co-founder of Radically Open Security\, the world’s first not-for-profit computer security company\, and the “Post Growth” startup incubator Nonprofit Ventures. A former Assistant Professor of Computer Science at the Free University of Amsterdam\, Dr. Rieback has been recognised as the “Most Innovative IT Leader of the Netherlands” by CIO Magazine (TIM Award) in 2017 and one of the “9 Most Innovative Women in the European Union” (EU Women Innovators Prize) in 2019.
URL:https://www.888causeway.coop/event/post-growth-entrepreneurship-with-dr-melanie-rieback/
LOCATION:Kelvin Club\, 30 Melbourne Pl\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
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SUMMARY:A bit of 888 Christmas Cheer
DESCRIPTION:Hear ye\, hear ye! In the year of our Lord 1856\, the valiant 8 hours movement didst commence in the noble lands of Victoria. The gallant Eight Hours League did champion the cause of an eight-hour day: eight hours for labour\, eight hours for rest\, and eight hours for pursuits of recreation and enlightenment. \nIn keeping with this noble tradition\, a festive gathering of mirth and cheer is nigh\, courtesy of the 888 Co-operative Causeway. Pray\, join us for a merry draught and savoury cheesy victuals upon your arrival\, to kindle a jovial Christmas spirit (and yea\, even co-operator grinches are heartily welcomed!). \nMake Room (pic: Inside Local Government) \nIn a noble endeavour\, we shall hold a raffle most splendid\, supporting our Kelvin Club and the City of Melbourne\, as part of their inaugural ‘Make Room’ initiative to combat homelessness in the Melbourne CBD. Bring heart and hand and join our convivial assembly to aid this righteous cause. The prize? Two bottles of the esteemed Four Pillars Gin! \nMark well the hour: from the sixth to the eighth post meridiem at the esteemed Kelvin Club\, located at 14-30 Melbourne Place. Let it be known that reservations on the electrickery online booking page are a necessity for this grand convocation. \nA modest contribution is requested: $10 for the passionate and $5 for those with concession. Do join us for an evening of communal joy\, celebration\, and the chance to contribute to a cause most worthy!
URL:https://www.888causeway.coop/event/a-bit-of-888-christmas-cheer/
LOCATION:Kelvin Club\, 30 Melbourne Pl\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
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SUMMARY:Exploring the Social Economy: the Good\, the Bad\, and the Ugly
DESCRIPTION:Social economy\, solidarity economy\, co-operatives\, social enterprises\, mutuals … what does it all mean and how does it get us to a more eqitable\, sustainable … humane economy? What are the real challenges – the pros and the cons?  \nJoin us for an evening of facilitated dialogue and enlightening conversations\, hosted by the 888 Co-operative Causeway at the Kelvin Club. Dive deep into the intricacies of the social economy\, featuring insights from leaders and practitioners. This is your chance to: \n\nLearn about different forms of social economy organisations\nChallenge myths and preconceived notions – and explore the pros and cons\nFoster cross-sectoral collaboration for greater collective impact.\n\nOur panel for the evening includes: \n\nCarolyn Suggate\, Founder & Director of ORICoop\, working tirelessly for a more equitable organic agriculture sector\nColin Long\, Just Transitions Organiser at Victorian Trades Hall Council\, co-founder and Board member of Earthworker Cooperative\, CoPower (an energy retailer)\, Earthworker Smart Energy Cooperative\, and Hope Cooperative (a co-operative of young asylum seekers)\nRobyn Evans\, researching member contributions in co-opererative social housing (888 Co-operative Causeway and RMIT FORWARD bursary awardee).\n\n \nCarolyn Suggate is a co-founder of ORICoop and a driving force in pioneering innovations across climate\, ecological sustainability\, and organic farming. She has developed a collaborative\, community-based co-operative investment vehicle focused on the organic and biodynamic farming and food industry.  She runs her own organic and regenerative farm in North East Victoria\, specialising in livestock\, food\, and artisan grains. She is passionate about supporting the next generation of committed\, open-minded producers\, believing it is a pivotal time to be an innovator in the organic sector. Juggling a family of three teenagers\, a tree-climbing husband\, and ambitious travel plans\, Carolyn lives by the belief that life should be lived and fulfilled to its utmost potential. \n \nColin Long is the Just Transitions Organiser at Victorian Trades Hall Council\, Melbourne\, Australia. He is also responsible for supporting Trades Hall’s work on cooperatives\, and is a founder and Board member of Earthworker Cooperative\, Earthworker Smart Energy Cooperative\, and Hope Cooperative (a co-operative of young asylum seekers). He is a member of the Global Advisory Board of Trade Unions for Energy Democracy\, and several other national and international union climate change organisations. \n \nRobyn Evans serves as a director in a Victorian social housing co-operative. Exploring member contributions in co-operative social housing\, she is involved in research collaborations with 888 Co-operative Causeway. Robyn is also a recipient of the RMIT FORWARD bursary award to assist her work in this important area. \nDate: 17/10/2023\nTime: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm \nComplimentary finger food: on arrival\nDrinks: available for purchase at the bar\nDress up a little: but no stress (low-key casual is fine) \nLocation:\nThe Kelvin Club\n14-30 Melbourne Pl\, Melbourne \n \nTicketing: \n\n$25 for the passionate\n$20 for union\, co-operative\, and Kelvin Club members\n$15 concession.\n\nDon’t miss out on this enlightening discussion: secure your spot today. \nThe 888 Co-operative Causeway is a Victorian based social economy member network. The co-operative offers a community of mutual support; members are all individuals and enterprises focussed on creating social\, cultural and economic value for each other\, the Victorian community and beyond. Practically the co-operative offers a city HQ with members enjoying co-working diskspace in the heart of the CBD as well as access to the Kelvin Club. Members include the Business Council of Co-operatives and Mutuals\, Co-operative Bonds\, Sorted. and the Community Services and Health Industry Training Board Victoria. The co-operative regularly hosts events like this\, and even a podcast to support and further develop the social and solidarity economy in Victoria. \nPicture: Joaquim Borge \nBasil’s Table is an interview series presided by Basil Varghese\, a well-known Melbourne-based community builder and advocate for social justice\, who has long been committed to ‘bridging the gap between those that have and have not’. As a Patron of 888 Co-operative Causeway\, Basil hosts these conversations with special guests online or at the Kelvin Club in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD on topics relevant to building a connected community across Victoria.
URL:https://www.888causeway.coop/event/exploring-the-social-economy-the-good-the-bad-and-the-ugly/
LOCATION:Victoria
CATEGORIES:888 Co-operative Causeway official event,Basil's Table
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SUMMARY:The great mid-career shift: exploring freelancing (at Basil's Table)
DESCRIPTION:Are you professional considering a transition to freelance work or have you already started and want to learn more from others? \nOur panel of freelancers and experts will share their journeys and insights\, and offer practical tips on managing freelance work. This event is suitable for anyone interested in the realities and implications of a mid-career shift to freelancing as well as exploring broader social implications and the future of work. Register now to gain valuable insights into a significant career transition. \nBookings essential (see bottom of page). RSVP: 29 August\, 2023 / finger food / dress up a little. All proceeds cover costs and contribute to our co-operative work (we are a not-for-profit / non-distributing co-op). \nFeatures: \n \nJulie Kun – a seasoned social change leader and strategist and now freelancer\, is known for translating vision into action through innovative change management and stakeholder engagement. Specializing in gender equity and financial well-being\, Julie leverages over two decades of experience to shift systems\, cultures\, and meanings. Her approach\, rooted in collaborative human-centred practice\, uses strength-based\, feminist\, and intersectional frameworks to foster equity and positive change. Julie believes in the power of the heart\, head\, and hands; with compassion fuelling her work\, data driving strategic decision-making\, and action bringing strategies to life. Read her post on contracting and freelancing here. \n \nPete Cohen – a Systems Innovator and Collaboration Strategist\, is also a Development Partner at FORWARD – The Centre for Future Skills and Workforce Transformation where he is collaborating to build an innovative learning ecosystem\, pioneering collective applied research\, and developing next-generation skills solutions. These initiatives aim to catalyse workforce development in industries pivotal to Victoria’s economic renewal. Drawing from a diverse background\, Pete leads social initiatives (including the Co-operative Freelancers Society) and continues to express his passion for music on occasion with legendary indie band\, Sodastream. \n \nClare Fountain – is a highly experienced and dedicated professional who has been instrumental in supporting member-owned\, purpose-driven\, and small business enterprises in building resilience and achieving sustainable success. With a holistic and methodical approach\, Clare excels in complex situations by considering multiple influencing factors and developing clear\, staged strategies to deliver agreed outcomes. She has contributed to national government-funded co-op development programs Farming Together and Co-operative Farming\, and is currently contributing to the Care Together program of the BCCM. Clare holds board positions in various organisations\, including ARC Justice (community legal centers)\, 888 Co-operative Bonds Ltd (development co-operative)\, and 888 Co-operative Causeway Ltd (Victoria’s first co-operatively owned co-working space). With her extensive expertise and dedication to empowering businesses and communities\, Clare continues to make a lasting impact and drive positive change. \nOther speakers to be confirmed. \nThe 888 Co-operative Causeway is a Victorian based social economy member network. The co-operative offers a community of mutual support; members are all individuals and enterprises focussed on creating social\, cultural and economic value for each other\, the Victorian community and beyond. Practically the co-operative offers a city HQ with members enjoying co-working diskspace in the heart of the CBD as well as access to the Kelvin Club. Members include the Business Council of Co-operatives and Mutuals\, Co-operative Bonds\, Sorted. and the Community Services and Health Industry Training Board Victoria. The co-operative regularly hosts events like this\, and even a podcast to support and further develop the social and solidarity economy in Victoria. \nBasil’s Table is an interview series conducted by Basil Varghese\, a well-known Melbourne-based community builder and advocate for social justice\, who has long been committed to ‘bridging the gap between those that have and have not’. As a Patron of 888 Co-operative Causeway\, Basil hosts these conversations with special guests online or at the Kelvin Club in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD on topics relevant to building a connected community across Victoria.
URL:https://www.888causeway.coop/event/the-great-mid-career-shift-exploring-freelancing-at-basils-table/
LOCATION:Kelvin Club\, 30 Melbourne Pl\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Basil's Table
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SUMMARY:Basil's Table presents: The Human Library
DESCRIPTION:Why in the age of social media and online communication do we feel so disconnected? \nAn old man sits by a fire telling a story to a group of adults and children. Process print after H. Thompson. \nStories teach us about life\, ourselves and about others. \nThere’s something very human about sharing a story with another person in relaxed surrounds. \nThe Human Library is an event that aims to create and develop dialogue and understanding between people. \nA story’s most important function is to remind us that we are not alone in the world. \nHow it works: the Human Library is a concept that ‘lends’ people rather than books! \nI have always imagined that Paradise will be a kind of a Library – Jorge Luis Borges \nKelvin Club \nFinger food is available from 6 – 6:30pm. Drinks are available from the bar. \n \n 
URL:https://www.888causeway.coop/event/humanlibrary/
LOCATION:Kelvin Club\, 30 Melbourne Pl\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Basil's Table
ORGANIZER;CN="Sonja Schulze":MAILTO:sonjaschulze@live.com.au
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SUMMARY:The Art of Living - Bring back the Story
DESCRIPTION:The Human Library presents: The Art of Living – Bring back the Story \nCome to an interactive night of sharing stories. A space where people connect and meet in a meaningful way to: \n\nExplore\nConnect\nLearn.\n\nStorytelling is a social and cultural activity of sharing about one’s life. \nStories: \n\nLet us share information in a way that creates an emotional connection\nTeach us about life\, ourselves\, and about others.\n\nStorytelling is the social and cultural activity of sharing stories. Every culture has its own stories or narratives\, which are shared as a means of entertainment\, education\, cultural preservation or instilling moral values. \nStories have been used to hand down learning and knowledge for thousands of years. \nA good story engages our curiosity\, emotions and imagination. \nStories have a transformative power to allow us to see the world in a different way than we do if we just encounter it on our own. Stories are an entry point to understanding a different experience of the world. \nThis aspect of storytelling – presenting a different perspective of the world – is important when it comes to connecting with each other. It gives us an opportunity to learn from another person’s experience and it can shape\, strengthen or challenge our opinions and values. When a story catches our attention and engages us\, we are more likely to absorb the message and meaning within it than if the same message was presented simply in facts and figures. \nAn old man sits by a fire telling a story to a group of adults and children. Process print after H. Thompson/ (Image: public domain) \nWhen someone tells us their own personal story\, we catch a glimpse of a view of the world that may be slightly or radically different from our own. When we see the world as they see it\, or walk in their shoes\, the experience can inspire empathy within them. \nDate:23/02/2023\nTickets close: 21/02/2023\nTime: 6pm \nFinger food will be available from 6:00pm–6:30pm \n\nDrinks can be purchased from the Bar\n\nLocation:\nThe Kelvin Club\n14-30 Melbourne Pl\, Melbourne\nCost: $25 / $15 concession.
URL:https://www.888causeway.coop/event/bring-back-the-story/
LOCATION:Kelvin Club\, 30 Melbourne Pl\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:888 Presents
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20221206T180000
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SUMMARY:Basil's Table: Building co-operative futures in the tech bros era
DESCRIPTION:The future of cooperation in a time of uncertainty \nRSVP: 5pm\, 5 December\, 2022 / finger food / dress up a little  \nAll proceeds cover costs and contribute to our co-operative work (we are a not-for-profit / non-distributing co-op) \nBookings essential (see bottom of page). \n \nThis time we are going ‘big picture’. Christmas in all its forms is coming up for many\, and the New Year is just around the corner. A good time to take stock and think about the future! Also\, a good time to simply kick back with co-operators and friends and enjoy a bit of good cheer and conviviality. \nHave the tech-bros got all the answers? With the passing of Deliveroo\, and Twitter appearing to slowly die like the proverbial canary in the coal mine (or alternatively morphing into a bird of prey) many are looking for new ways of organising and owning the platforms we use – to build stronger local community relationships for social\, economic\, and environmental resilience.  \nWe ask:\n• In the face of global political and climate uncertainty – are populist ideologies from the left or right the only alternatives?\n• Mutual aid and reciprocity – what kinds of social\, technological\, and environmental systems\, institutions and relationship building initiatives are required? \nFeaturing:\n• Elena Pereyra – CoHousing Australia\n• Jose Ramos – Action Foresight\n• Bridgette Engeler – Entrepreneurship and Innovation\, Swinburne University\n• Alexar Pendashteh – Technologist / Social Entrepreneur. \nThe discussion will be opened by 888 Co-operative Causeway Patron\, Basil Varghese and facilitated by co-op board members\, Sonja Schulze (and Antony McMullen). \nIn addition – there will be a very special announcement – regarding an opportunity to join our co-operative as part of a broader exciting initiative with a major university. \nWho will be speaking? \nElena \n \nElena Pereyra is a registered architect on sabbatical while she undertakes a PhD at Deakin University. She specialises in sustainable urban systems\, regenerative development\, participatory planning\, co-design\, and collaborative housing. With experience across public buildings including international aquariums and local education projects\, apartments and private residential\, her focus has moved to environmentally and socially sustainable design. \nElena has served on the board of Cohousing Australia since 2013 and as Chair (2016-) and now Co-Chair (2019-). Elena is passionate about the environmental\, social\, and economic potential of cohousing and seeks to support its feasibility in the Australian multi-residential housing context. Elena’s research is into participatory processes and community capacity building to achieve broader regenerative outcomes particularly in reducing environmental impact\, building community resilience\, and fostering greater agency in civic governance. \nAs a regenerative development practitioner with a focus on urban systems and placemaking she contributes to numerous forums and advisory committees. These include commons governance\, climate emergency response and active transport infrastructure. Elena has also worked as a post-graduate tutor at the University of Melbourne and Deakin University in Regenerating Sustainability\, Urban Sustainability and Climate Change\, Building Sustainability\, and Integral Design Theory; Sustainable Futures. \nJose \n \nJosé Ramos holds a doctorate from Queensland University of Technology in critical globalization studies\, winning their award for outstanding doctoral thesis. He has published over 70 articles\, chapters and papers and focuses his research on the experiments and prefigurative innovations we need to navigate the Epic Times we live in. \nHe has lectured at a number of universities over the past 15 years\, and has recently established the Futures Lab Academy as a hub for delivering educational programs which twine and align inner and outer social change\, such as the Mutant Futures Program. His boutique practice Action Foresight has worked with dozens of governments\, agencies and communities in over 20 countries. He has recently cofounded a co-op\, the Participatory Futures Global Swarm\, to amplify the use of participatory futures around the world to intervene in and to influence the public imagination of the future. \nHe is co-editor of the peer reviewed Journal of Futures Studies. His recent books include the Cosmolocal Reader\, an anthology of case studies and essays exploring approaches to planetary mutualization and distributed production; Infectious Futures\, an anthology of essays exploring the divergent futures brought forth by Covid-19 and future pandemics; and soon to be published Planetary Cities\, an anthology that explores the futures of the city in the context of a planetary era. He works with a world-wide ecosystem of friends and colleagues from many walks of life\, attempting to the best of his ability to rise to the challenges presented by our world. \nBridgette \n \nBridgette is a professional futurist and pracademic who’s curious about post-growth innovation and designing in crisis. She teaches strategic foresight\, innovation and entrepreneurship at Swinburne University and her work focuses on the (un)intended consequences of change. \nBridgette has worked on projects ranging from public participatory futures installations for Melbourne Knowledge Week and Hong Kong Business of Design Week\, VR and AR wearables for people with early-onset dementia and the challenges of self-sovereign identity and digital wallets\, to exploring how technology and new materials can support sexual and reproductive health. \nBridgette is a PhD candidate investigating how a lack of prospective thinking in design contributes to an ongoing cycle connected to material consumption that is broadly destructive and contributing to collapse of life-critical global systems. She holds a Masters in Strategic Foresight (Swinburne University) and a Masters in Women’s Studies (Monash University). \nBridgette asks lots of questions\, doesn’t play golf\, and enjoys more than the odd glass of wine. \nAlexar \n \nAlexar is a technologist and social entrepreneur with a focus on distributed technologies and large-scale cooperation. \nTrained as an engineer\, Alexar has a vision for a technologically advanced Australia with active regional hubs. \nHe is currently the acting president of Linux Users of Victoria and an organizer in Designing Open Democracy and Blockchain for Social Impact. \n888 Co-operative Causeway\nThe 888 Co-operative Causeway is a Victorian based social economy member network. The co-operative offers a community of mutual support; members are all individuals and enterprises focussed on creating social\, cultural and economic value for each other\, the Victorian community and beyond. Practically the co-operative offers a city HQ with members enjoying co-working diskspace in the heart of the CBD as well as access to the Kelvin Club. Members include the Business Council of Co-operatives and Mutuals\, Co-operative Bonds\, Sorted. and the Community Services and Health Industry Training Board Victoria. The co-operative regularly hosts events like this\, and even a podcast to support and further develop the social and solidarity economy in Victoria. \nWhat is Basil’s Table? \n \nBasil’s Table is an interview series conducted by Basil Varghese\, a well-known Melbourne- based community builder and advocate for social justice\, who has long been committed to ‘bridging the gap between those that have and have not’. As a Patron of 888 Co-operative Causeway\, Basil hosts these conversations with special guests online or at the Kelvin Club in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD on topics relevant to building a connected community across Victoria.
URL:https://www.888causeway.coop/event/the-feeling-is-mutual-the-future-of-cooperation-in-a-time-of-uncertainty/
LOCATION:Kelvin Club\, 30 Melbourne Pl\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:888 Co-operative Causeway official event,Basil's Table
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220921T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220921T200000
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SUMMARY:The role of cooperatives in building strong economically resilient communities
DESCRIPTION:Australian Fabians Cooperatives Policy Group\nWednesday\, 21 September\, 2022 – 06:00 PM \n \nBook here on the Fabians’ booking site \n888 Co-operative Causeway and Australian Fabians invite you to a panel discussion that explores: the role of cooperatives in building strong economically resilient communities. \nThis event addresses the role of cooperatives in building strong\, economically resilient communities and regions\, to generate ideas for public policy responses. \nThe event will be jointly hosted by 888 Co-operative Causeway and the Australian Fabians National Committee on Co-operatives and Mutuals (and is also being held as part of the New Economy Network Australia Cooperatives Week). \nThe 888 Co-operative Causeway is a Victorian based network that has founded Melbourne’s first cooperative co-working space in the heart of the CBD. \nBasil’s Table is an interview series inspired by Basil Varghese (patron of the 888 Co-operative Causeway)\, a well-known Melbourne-based community builder and advocate for social justice\, who has long been committed to ‘bridging the gap between those that have and have not’. \nThe Australian Fabians is an Australian independent left-leaning think tank that was established in 1947. The organisation’s stated aims are to “contribute to progressive political thinking” as well as “progressive political culture” \nWhat is the role of cooperatives in contributing to local and regional development strategies that are equitable and sustainable? How can this be advanced through federal\, state and local policy? How can we enhance the work of cooperatives in addressing economic disparities in Australia? \nSpeakers: \nLet’s hear from political activists and policymakers\, from across the political spectrum\, how they think we can make this happen in the Australian context: \n\nAdam Kempton: former State MLC Warrnambool (L-NP)\, speaking on “The role of rural communities in transforming agricultural production in Warrnambool”\nDr Tony Webb: academic and activist in LEAN\, (ALP)\, speaking on “The role of cooperatives in transforming MNC food production sites in the Goulburn Valley: a case study of Heinz and SPC”\nLinda Seaborn: works for the national co-operatives peak\, the Business Council of Co-operatives and Mutuals as a Senior Policy Adviser\, speaking on “Perspectives from the peak body for cooperatives on the current political and policy landscape”.\n\nBook here on the Fabians’ booking site
URL:https://www.888causeway.coop/event/the-role-of-cooperatives-in-building-strong-economically-resilient-communities/
LOCATION:Victoria
CATEGORIES:Australian Fabians' Co-operatives Policy Group
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220526T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220526T194500
DTSTAMP:20260605T214215
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SUMMARY:Mutual social impact: investing in each other for the 21st century
DESCRIPTION:Our next event will be at the Kelvin Club with a heavy-hitting panel to discuss the role of modern mutuals in meeting 21st century social challenges. \nOur panellists Lynne McLennan\, Adam Vise and Roland Wettenhall will discuss the roots of the friendly society movement in addressing social needs through mutual effort\, the steps mutuals like UFS Dispensaries and Australian Unity are taking to meet new social challenges\, and the recent policy changes that mean modern mutuality is poised for a renaissance as the social impact model of choice. \nLynne McLennan is CEO of UFS Dispensaries. In her time as CEO she has taken UFS from seven pharmacies and a gift store to being a high-profile member-owned social enterprise with 22 pharmacies\, three medical centres\, a day spa\, a dedicated COVID-19 vaccination and testing clinic and Supercare Nursing Services operated at sixteen pharmacies across Victoria. \nAdam Vise is Group Treasurer at Australian Unity. Adam has played a leading role in Australian Unity’s pioneering use of Mutual Capital Instruments to raise $350 million\, which included large placements from mutual superannuation fund HESTA. He is also Chair of Birchal\, a leading equity crowdfunding platform that has supported a seed funding raise by a new environmental services mutual. \nRoland Wettenhall is a historian of friendly societies in Australia. Roland will share some fascinating (and sometimes hairy) stories about the role of the friendlies in providing for Australians for hundreds of years. \nDate and time: Thursday 26 May\, 6.00pm – 7.45pm (AEST).\nLocation: The Kelvin Club\, 30 Melbourne Pl\, Melbourne.\nCost: $25 (Full)\, $20 (Co-op/Union/Kelvin Club members)\, $15 (Concession)\, Free (Financial members of 888 Co-operative Causeway)\nBookings are essential: see booking links at bottom of page\nFood and drink: Finger food included\, drinks at bar prices\nContact us at coopcauseway@gmail.com for any inquiries\, including about waiving the ticket price for this event \nEnjoy some finger-food on arrival. Purchase drinks at the bar in convivial and quirky surrounds. \nKelvin Club \nIntroduction and concluding reflection: Basil Varghese\, 888 Co-operative Causeway Patron\nModerated by: Antony McMullen\, 888 Co-operative Causeway Chairperson. \nBackground info \nA recent article highlighted that launching a social enterprise\, or investing for impact\, are new models of social business\, but it’s a model that co-ops and mutuals have been pursuing for centuries! Co-operatives and mutuals have been crowdfunding community wellbeing long before the terms social enterprise and crowdfunding were even invented. \nAccording to the BCCM\, Mutual Capital Instruments (MCIs) are a new type of share that can only be issued by mutual entities\, that enable the raising of investment capital\, while protecting the mutual ownership structure. Developed through the Treasury Laws (Mutual Reforms) Act 2019\, MCIs function to make the Australian Corporations Act operate fairly for mutually owned businesses\, allowing mutuals to compete on an equal footing with other firm types. In November 2020\, the BCCM member Australian Unity became Australia’s first mutual to issue MCIs. MCIs are similar to Co-operative Capital Units (CCUs). \nThe old AMP in Tasmania \nLast century there were turf battles between ‘the friendlies’ who employed their own doctors for their members and those in private practice represented by the precursor of the Australian Medical Association. Australian Unity was formed in 1840\, when eight people met in a pub in Melbourne to form a friendly society to look after the health and wellbeing of its members. Despite other mutual enterprises such as AMP (formerly the Australian Mutual and Provident Society) selling out of member ownership\, exceptions like Australian Unity and UFS pharmacies have shown how co-operatives and mutuals can meet the challenges of the 21st Century without diminishing their community-driven values. \nTake a look at this article by Roland Wettenhall to explore this rich history ahead of the event. \nIf purchasing a ticket poses a problem – please contact us for a waiver coopcauseway@gmail.com
URL:https://www.888causeway.coop/event/mutual-social-impact-investing-in-each-other-for-the-21st-century/
LOCATION:Kelvin Club\, 30 Melbourne Pl\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:888 Co-operative Causeway official event
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220223T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220223T203000
DTSTAMP:20260605T214215
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SUMMARY:Basil’s Table: social economy leadership with Moira Were
DESCRIPTION:When you think of social economy leaders\, particularly South Australian ones\, it won’t take too long until Moira Were springs to mind. \nMoira works across multiple organisations to develop the social and solidarity economy. Her approach always applies a ‘gender lens’ as she goes about building the common good. How does she manage to have such a huge impact in her home state of South Australia\, and more broadly? We can learn a lot from Moira. \nCome along to Basil’s Table to learn more … \n \nBasil Varghese\, a veteran Melbourne-based community builder will lead a dialogue with Moira\, about how collaborative leadership can play a part in creating the kind of economy and community so many of us are striving for. You will learn about Moira’s work with Ethical Fields\, Social Impact Investment Network South Australia\, SheEO and the Chooks SA. \nWho is Moira?\nMoira has worked from the kitchen table as a direct service social worker through to the cabinet table as a Chief of Staff to a Minister. She has extensive strategic and operational experience in the not-for-profit sector and in government at state\, regional\, national & international levels. \nMoira received an Australian honour in 2019 (AM) for her significant service to the community of South Australia.\nShe is a Director of Ethical Fields\, Chair of Social Impact Investment Network South Australia and supports SheEO with member engagement and facilitation. \nMoira is the founder of Chooks SA an online community of 3500\, the Hen House Co-op focussing on closing the gender investment gap; and a co-founder of Collab4Good – a impact enterprise intermediary. \nDate and time: Weds\, 23 February @ 7.30pm – 8.30pm\nLocation: Zoom\, link and password provided post registration via email.\nCost: $10 (Full/Passionate)\, $5 (Co-op/Union/Kelvin Club members)\, 888 Co-operative Causeway Networker and Collaborator members free. Please contact us about waivers.\n\nBookings are essential: secure your place now (book here online).\nContact us at coopcauseway@gmail.com for any inquiries about waiving the ticket price for this event. \nWhat is Basil’s Table? \nPicture: Joaquim Borge \nBasil’s Table is an interview series conducted by Basil Varghese\, a well-known Melbourne- based community builder and advocate for social justice\, who has long been committed to ‘bridging the gap between those that have and have not’. As a Patron of 888 Co-operative Causeway\, Basil hosts these conversations with special guests online or at the Kelvin Club in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD on topics relevant to building a connected community across Victoria.
URL:https://www.888causeway.coop/event/basils-table-social-economy-leadership-with-moira-were/
LOCATION:Online (register for link)
CATEGORIES:Basil's Table
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210622T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210622T203000
DTSTAMP:20260605T214215
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SUMMARY:Turning the tables on Basil
DESCRIPTION:Basil’s Table is an interview series conducted by Basil Varghese\, a well-known Melbourne- based community builder and advocate for social justice\, who has long been committed to ‘bridging the gap between those that have and have not’. As a Patron of 888 Co-operative Causeway\, Basil hosts these conversations with special guests at the Kelvin Club in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD on topics relevant to building a connected community across Victoria. \nFor this gathering we are ‘turning the tables’ on Basil (pronounced bay-sill)! \n \nThe interviewer becomes the interviewed … in convivial surrounds (finger food on arrival) … \nBasil Noozhumurry Varghese has had an extraordinary life. He was born in Dar-es-salaam\, that ancient port in East Africa. The eldest son in a large family of eight brothers and one sister; his parents had migrated to East Africa from their homeland Kerala in India\, and in 1964 the family migrations finally ended when they arrived in Brisbane\, Australia\, to start their lives anew. Because the ‘white Australia’ policy was in force at the time of the arrival his family\, they were granted a two-year temporary visa. When the white Australia policy was removed\, they sought and were granted Australian citizenship. \nFlag of Kenya (1921–1963) \nBefore that\, growing up in Kenya he enjoyed his school years playing with children from diverse ethnic\, cultural and religious backgrounds. Celebrating\, with friends\, special religious holy days which included holy days for the Hindu\, Moslem\, Zoroastrian\, Buddhist\, Sikh and Christian religions. \nBasil began his working life Sydney in the textile industry for Bonds Industries and then in the emerging technology industry with Rand Corporation\, and Olivetti. He entered the Society of Jesus as a Novice Jesuit Scholastic in 1969. After discerning that a vocation to the priesthood was not for him\, he has nonetheless maintained a commitment to working with the poor; designing and delivering innovative education programs aimed at building awareness in the broader Australian community concerning the reality and impact of social disadvantage\, and searching for the systemic causes of such disadvantage so as to make a contribution to the public policy debate in Australia. \n \nAfter working with Aboriginal communities for some time\, he joined the Brotherhood of St Laurence (BSL) working on various community education projects for more than 20 years. He is now an active participant of the Melbourne Circle where he meets and discusses ideas about society. \nThere will be more than a few stories to tell … Basil will be interviewed by the Chair of 888 Co-operative Causeway\, Antony McMullen. \n \nBookings essential – get your tickets here online (see below)\nWhere: Kelvin Club 14-30 Melbourne Pl\, Melbourne\nWhen: Tuesday\, 22 June 2021 6:30-8:30pm\nCatering: finger-food on arrival\nDress-ups: low-key smart-casual\nPlease note: audio-visual recording may be employed at this event and once registered we will occasionally send you information about future 888 Co-operative Causeway activity. \nInvite your friends via Facebook. \nContact us at coopcauseway@gmail.com for any inquiries about waiving the ticket price for this event.
URL:https://www.888causeway.coop/event/turning-the-tables-on-basil/
LOCATION:Kelvin Club\, 30 Melbourne Pl\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Basil's Table
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200825T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200825T190000
DTSTAMP:20260605T214215
CREATED:20200809T030326Z
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SUMMARY:Basil's Table: Cooperation in a minor key with Dan Musil
DESCRIPTION:People may know Dan Musil as a musician\, or action researcher (undertaking a PhD) or as a low-key co-operative leader. Co-operatives are all about groups of people coming together to meet their own social\, economic and cultural aspirations; but\, If it is all about the group how does cooperative leadership work? Come along and find out what drives this social and solidarity economy co-operator\, as he articulates a vision for the future. \n Picture: Joaquim Borge \nBasil Varghese\, a veteran Melbourne-based community builder will lead a dialogue with Dan Musil\, Secretary of Earthworker Co-operative\, about how cooperative leadership can play a part in creating a new economy. Learn about Earthworker\, a group of worker-owned co-operatives operating in the Latrobe Valley and In Melbourne that are involved in everything from manufacturing hot water tanks to providing cleaning services. \n\n  \n  \n  \n  \nDan Musil is a musician\, composer and songwriter based in Gippsland (Gunaikurnai Country)\, Victoria. He is also a PhD Candidate (Institute of Culture and Society\, Western Sydney University) undertaking action research; working closely with economic and environmental justice projects in Victoria\, exploring economic democracy and ‘just transitions’. He has been the Co-operative Secretary of Earthworker Co-operative since 2013. \n \n  \n  \n  \nDate and time: Tuesday 25th of August 2020 6.00pm – 7.00pm.\nLocation: Zoom\, link and password provided post registration via email.\nCost: $10 (Full)\, $5 (active Friends and Members of 888 Co-operative Causeway\, and Co-op/Union/Kelvin Club members). Please contact us about waivers.\nBookings are essential: secure your place now (book here online).\nContact us at coopcauseway@gmail.com for any inquiries about waiving the ticket price for this event.
URL:https://www.888causeway.coop/event/basils-table-cooperative-leadership-in-a-minor-key-with-dan-musil/
LOCATION:Victoria
CATEGORIES:Basil's Table
ORGANIZER;CN="888 Co-operative Causeway":MAILTO:coopcauseway@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200526T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200526T190000
DTSTAMP:20260605T214215
CREATED:20200513T021404Z
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SUMMARY:Cooperating our way out of crises with Melina Morrison
DESCRIPTION:888 is pleased to present the second Basil’s Table event\, which will be held virtually.  \nAustralians are living in a time of uncertainty post bushfires\, and now during a pandemic. Can we look to each other for mutual support in these uncertain times? \n \nBasil Varghese\, a veteran Melbourne-based community builder and advocate for social justice\, will lead a dialogue with Melina Morrison (pictured)\, CEO of the Business Council of Co-operatives and Mutuals (BCCM)\, about how cooperation and co-operative enterprises can play a part in building our way out of the crisis\, and into new prosperity. We will also hear about what personally drives this engaging social economy leader. Find out: \n\nWhat drew Melina to co-ops and the BCCM?\nHow do co-ops empower people to lift themselves out of poverty?\nWhere co-operatives stand after a series of local (fires\, drought) and global (COVID-19) crises.\n\nMelina Morrison is a well-known advocate for member owned businesses. Melina was successful in advocating for a Federal Government inquiry into the co-operative and mutual business sector\, which handed down 17 ground-breaking reforms. This led to the first enabling legislation for Australian mutuals in 18 years permitting them to raise new investment whilst safeguarding their cherished mutuality. \nBasil Varghese (Picture: Joaquim Borge) \nBasil’s Table is an interview series conducted by Basil Varghese\, a well-known Melbourne- based community builder and advocate for social justice\, who has long been committed to ‘bridging the gap between those that have and have not’. As a Patron of 888 Co-operative Causeway\, Basil hosts these conversations with special guests on topics relevant to building a more cohesive and connected community across Victoria. \nDate and time: 26th of May 6.00pm – 7.00pm\nLocation: Zoom\, link adn password provided post registration via email\nCost: $10 (Full)\, $5 (active Friends and Members of 888 Co-operative Causeway\, and Co-op/Union/Kelvin Club members). Please contact us about waivers.\nBookings are essential: secure your place now. \nContact us at coopcauseway@gmail.com for any inquiries about waiving the ticket price for this event. \n888 is pleased to present the second Basil’s Table event\, which will be held virtually. Once registered we will send you Zoom login details via email. Attendees will receive occasional futture event invites. 
URL:https://www.888causeway.coop/event/cooperating-our-way-out-of-crises-with-melina-morrison/
LOCATION:Victoria
CATEGORIES:Basil's Table
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ORGANIZER;CN="Antony McMullen":MAILTO:antonymcmullen@bonds.coop
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200225T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200225T193000
DTSTAMP:20260605T214215
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SUMMARY:Basil’s Table - Banking on the future in a climate of change
DESCRIPTION:Are you thinking what Kenneth Haynes QC (pictured above with Treasurer Josh Frydenberg) is thinking?  \nThe Royal Commission into Misconduct in the Banking\, Superannuation and Financial Services Industry uncovered some difficult truths about the way banking actually works in the Commonwealth of Australia. A surprising\, and underreported feature of the Commission was the noticeable absence of member-owned financial institutions such as customer-owned and mutual banks\, credit unions and building societies. What is it about these kinds of financial institutions that kept them out of the Commission and out of the bad news stories? \nOther areas to potentially explore will be the challenges and opportunities for customer-owned banks in the post Royal Commission environment. How can mutual and customer-owned banks work with the broader social and solidarity economy movement to build a new economy\, at a time when our natural environment is under existential threat? \nExplore the issues with a different kind of banker – Rowan Dowland\, Bank Australia \nPicture: Bank Australia \nBank Australia states that it is ‘the bank with clean money’. Thankfully\, it doesn’t invest in fossil fuels\, live animal export\, gambling\, the arms industry and tobacco. Apart from ethical investment and not featuring in the Royal Commission – what is the difference between customer-owned banks compared to banks that are merely owned by external shareholders? Are there member-to-member advantages?  \nCome along to the inaugural  ‘Basil’s Table’ and enjoy an intimate discussion with Rowan Dowland who heads up the Bank Australia’s strategy and planning area.  \nRowan has been at Bank Australia since 1994 and has seen a lot of changes since that time. In this discussion we will explore what personally motivates this social economy leader. What is the relationship between people and profit? Are we naturally adversarial or is greater cooperation possible?  \n\nBookings essential – get your tickets below \nWhere: Kelvin Club 14-30 Melbourne Pl\, Melbourne \nWhen: 6-7:30pm\, Tuesday 25th of February \nCatering: finger-food on arrival \nDressups: low-key smart-casual – no thongs\, singlets… or shorts. \nPlease note: audio-visual recording will be employed at this event and once registered we will occasionally send you information about future 888 Co-operative Causeway activity.  \n\n888 Co-operative Causeway\nBasil’s Table: listen\, learn and connect \nAre you interested in the re-emergent social economy that includes co-operatives\, mutual benefit societies\, associations\, foundations and social enterprises? These kinds of enterprises produce goods\, services and knowledge in ways that meet the needs of the community they serve through the pursuit of social and environmental purpose\, and the fostering of solidarity.  \n888 Co-operative Causeway is pleased to announce a new interview series featuring emerging as well as more seasoned social economy leaders.  \nPicture: Joaquim Borge \nBasil’s Table is an interview series conducted by Basil Varghese\, a well-known Melbourne- based community builder and advocate for social justice\, who has long been committed to ‘bridging the gap between those that have and have not’. As a Patron of 888 Co-operative Causeway\, Basil hosts these conversations with special guests at the Kelvin Club in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD on topics relevant to building a connected community across Victoria. \n‘Basil’s Table’ will introduce key issues in the social and solidarity economy. The discussions will be intimate one-on-one affairs\, and will also provide opportunities for our audience to ask questions\, and be a part of the conversation. As with all 888 Co-operative Causeway events – come along and join in the conversation\, and meet some new people to connect and collaborate with. Finger food is provided on arrival to ensure you are welcome.  \nWho is Basil?  \nBasil was born in Dar-es-salaam\, that ancient port in East Africa; the eldest son in a large family of eight brothers and one sister. His parents had migrated to East Africa from their homeland Kerala in India\, and in 1964 their migrations finally ended when they arrived in Brisbane\, Australia\, to again start their lives anew. After moving around Australia Basil based himself in Melbourne. Basil’s career has been dedicated to working with and for those experiencing disadvantage in Australian society. Basil believes that poverty is a form of oppression on a continuum connected to racism\, cultural and ethnic chauvinism\, sexism and other forms of injustice; and\, that it is always a systemic or structural issue.  \nBasil is the former CEO and Ambassador for National Education & Employment Foundation (NEEF) and has also held leadership roles in the Brotherhood of St. Laurence (BSL)\, the Ecumenical Migration Centre (EMC)  and the Melbourne and Aboriginal Community College (Toundi) in Adelaide. He was also the international Ambassador for Sports Education Development Australia (SEDA). \n\n 
URL:https://www.888causeway.coop/event/basils-table-banking-on-the-future-in-a-climate-of-change/
LOCATION:Kelvin Club\, 30 Melbourne Pl\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Basil's Table
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ORGANIZER;CN="Antony McMullen":MAILTO:antonymcmullen@bonds.coop
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Apia:20191030T180000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Apia:20191030T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T214215
CREATED:20191020T202435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191020T222205Z
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SUMMARY:The co-operative commons
DESCRIPTION:Would you like to join a group of likeminded people who are all working on new approaches to build a more inclusive economy? \n888 Cooperative Causeway in partnership with Commoners Co-op invites you to an evening of collaboration at ‘The Co-operative Commons’.  \nThis event has been organised to provide people interested and active in Solidarity/Commons/Regenerative Economy approaches the opportunity to get together\, share information about their work and ultimately create new synergies. \nDid we mention finger-food on arrival? \n \nWhen: Wednesday 30th October 2019 at 6pm\nWhere: The Kelvin Club\, 14-30 Melbourne Place\, Melbourne\nHow: Social evening\, finger food and drink plus informal presentations\nDress: Neat/casual
URL:https://www.888causeway.coop/event/the-co-operative-commons/
LOCATION:Kelvin Club\, 30 Melbourne Pl\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:888 Presents
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ORGANIZER;CN="Antony McMullen":MAILTO:antonymcmullen@bonds.coop
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190820T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190820T203000
DTSTAMP:20260605T214215
CREATED:20190731T141513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190807T141732Z
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SUMMARY:From charity to solidarity - overseas aid and economic development
DESCRIPTION:Meet Elsa and Lanu \nTimorese co-operators\, Elsa Pinto (pictured above working in her community) and Lanu de Sousa are inspiring people. Elsa is working with farming communities to reduce Timorese reliance on imported food. Lanu has established a grass-roots credit union that is assisting three hundred families to access credit for the first time. Both are passionate about the potential of co-operative and mutual enterprise (CMEs) to transform their economy. Additionally\, they are studying community development at Victoria University … but we think they can already teach us a thing or two. \nElsa and Lanu’s work has inspired the members of the 888 Co-operative Causeway and we would like to actively contribute to their relationships within the Victorian co-operative and development communities\, and their work more broadly … and you are invited. \nFrom charity to solidarity – overseas aid and economic development \nTimor Leste remains one of the poorest countries in the world; but\, we also know there is great untapped potential. \nPeople in Timor desperately need access to credit to build their economic independence so as to live a prosperous life. Sadly\, most of the food people eat in Timor is imported. \nTimor receives much-needed aid from international donors and relies on income from oil deposits\, but this is not enough to break the cycle of poverty. To move beyond dependency there is a need to diversify the Timorese economy to build ‘common wealth’. \nThe Event \nTimor restored independence on the 20th of May 2002. Leading up to independence Australia supported the Timorese people through providing peacekeepers (under the command of Sir Peter Cosgrove). This event provides an opportunity for Australians and the broader Timor community in Australia to continue to practically build solidarity. \nThe event will be held at the quirky Kelvin Club with finger food provided. \nHear from Elsa\, Lanu and other inspiring speakers … \nSamantha Bond\, Senior Organiser at Union Aid Abroad – APHEDA \n \nSamantha is involved in some groundbreaking work. The majority of the Timor Leste population live and work in rural farming districts. Small-scale family agriculture is the basis of the national economy however agricultural production is low and farmers’ income is often insecure. Local food and cash crop production do not meet national or export demands. An organised agricultural sector will make a fundamental and sustainable contribution to the economy and significantly reduce poverty across farming communities. Local development of the farming sector could provide future sustainable alternatives to the the high dependence on finite oil and gas resources in the Timor Sea. APHEDA partners currently work across nine districts with over 1\,200 direct beneficiaries. Field organisers live alongside the farmers to support them to develop strong and democratic farmer bases which are able to organise rural communities\, mobilise existing resources and facilitate access to capital\, credit\, land and seeds for agricultural production. \nPeter McMullin \n \nPeter McMullin has a long-standing relationship with Timor-Leste. He is an international business adviser to Timor-Leste’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and serves as Victoria’s Honorary Consul to Timor-Leste in Victoria. An active philanthropist\, he was key to establishing the Peter McMullin Centre on Statelessness at Melbourne University Law School. More recently he established The Good Business Foundation\, a progressive foundation looking at engaging business in social good. \nBy going along … you will be doing some good \nThis event is to launch a campaign to raise funds to allow Elsa and Lanu to be part of the 888 Co-operative Causeway co-working space in the heart of the Melbourne CBD. Net proceeds (after paying for catering for finger food on arrival) will go to the fundraising drive. \nNote: unfortunately venue not fully disability accessible. \n888 Co-operative Causeway is the first registered co-operative (non-distributing/not-for-profit) co-working space in Victoria. More than just a co-working space\, we are a network of micro-organisations and freelancers active in the social economy. Among our goals is the desire to collaboratively build a better Victoria for the common good. \n 
URL:https://www.888causeway.coop/event/from-charity-to-solidarity-overseas-aid-and-economic-development/
LOCATION:Kelvin Club\, 30 Melbourne Pl\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:888 Presents
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ORGANIZER;CN="Antony McMullen":MAILTO:antonymcmullen@bonds.coop
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190618T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20190618T203000
DTSTAMP:20260605T214215
CREATED:20190527T210827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190604T185028Z
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SUMMARY:Who's afraid of Big Data (a Jobs Killer)?
DESCRIPTION:Image: Edgarodriguezmunoz (Wikimedia Commons) \nIs data-fueled automation realistic or hyperbole? \nIn recent times ‘big data’ has become synonymous with “automation” as data fuels the artificial intelligence behind systems designed to replace workers. Is this really the future of the workplace and if it is\, is it imminent or do we have time to influence the roll out of new technology? \nDiscuss the hopes and opportunities that advances in data analytics can bring to individuals\, organisations and the workforce as a whole in the context of the ‘future of work’. \nOur speakers will explore the likely impacts of big data and automation\, as well as reflecting on the current hype around big data and expectations for what comes next… \n \nLizzie O’Shea – is a lawyer\, writer\, and broadcaster. She is regularly featured on national television programs and radio to comment on law\, digital technology\, corporate responsibility\, and human rights\, and her writing has appeared in the New York Times\, Guardian\, and Sydney Morning Herald\, among others. She is the author of Future Histories\, a book that outlines how very human our understanding of technology is\, and what potential exists for struggle\, for liberation\, for art and poetry in our digital present.  \n \nSarah Barker is the Director of Data Intelligence at Our Community\, a world-leading B Corporation that provides advice\, connections\, training and easy-to-use tech tools for people and organisations working to build stronger communities. Sarah leads Our Community’s Innovation Lab\, trialling and refining methods for managing and learning from data in the social sector. Sarah is an energetic leader and enjoys building relationships\, creative thinking and continuous learning. \n \nDon Sharples is the founder of Altometer Business Intelligence (and a co-working member of 888 Co-operative Causeway) – he believes that data should be for everyone to make the most of. You can read about some of his ideas here. \n \nTim Lyons is a Research Fellow at think-tank Per Capita and Deputy Chairman of a large Industry Superannuation Fund. Tim works with unions and NGOs as a partner in Reveille Strategy Pty Ltd. Tim more than 20 years experience in the union movement as an organiser\, advocate\, and senior leader. He spent 7 years as the Assistant Secretary of the ACTU until 2015 where he was responsible for organising programs and labour law\, economics and pensions. Tim has been also member of Federal Government boards and expert working groups on workplace relations\, taxation\, superannuation\, procurement and industry policy. He tweets @picketer \nPlease note this event will be catered (finger food) with drinks at bar prices \n \nPictured: fried pickles (Wikimedia Commons)
URL:https://www.888causeway.coop/event/whos-afraid-of-big-data-a-jobs-killer/
LOCATION:Kelvin Club\, 30 Melbourne Pl\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:888 Presents
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ORGANIZER;CN="Antony McMullen":MAILTO:antonymcmullen@bonds.coop
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190219T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190219T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T214215
CREATED:20190129T133943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190218T153611Z
UID:561-1550601000-1550606400@www.888causeway.coop
SUMMARY:Our housing future is collaborative
DESCRIPTION:What are the housing alternatives of the future? Come and find out about cohousing and why everyone is talking about it. This is an exciting opportunity to learn the value of community living and resource sharing. Find out how cohousing and alternative ownership models can lift community engagement and build a more sustainable future. Learn about the potential of Community Land Trusts to deliver perpetually affordable housing. \nAsk your burning questions to our outstanding panel. \nGuests: \n\nAnitra Nelson: Academic and Author (Books: Small is Necessary and Housing for Degrowth)\nHeidi Lee: Chair of Common Equity Housing and Director of Earth Housing Coop at Murundaka Cohousing Community\, Eco-architect\nKarl Fitzgerald: Presenter of 3CRs Renegade Economist Radio Show and Director of Prosper Australia\n\nLet’s create housing solutions together! Let’s co-create the villages we want to live in! Real discussion. Includes finger food. \nNote: Strict Dress Code! No thongs\, singles\, shorts\, or knees (seriously!) \nIf you would like to come but are experiencing hardship please contact info@cohousing.org.au
URL:https://www.888causeway.coop/event/our-housing-future-is-collaborative/
LOCATION:Kelvin Club\, 30 Melbourne Pl\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:888 Presents,CoHousing Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Antony McMullen":MAILTO:antonymcmullen@bonds.coop
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181127T184500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181127T194500
DTSTAMP:20260605T214215
CREATED:20181117T140718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181117T140718Z
UID:500-1543344300-1543347900@www.888causeway.coop
SUMMARY:Solidarity Economy Learning Circle
DESCRIPTION:When it comes to building a new kind of economy that is built on mutuality\, shared ownership and co-operation – a solidarity economy – many of us are convinced. We know that the extractive economy can’t continue without causing increasing levels of economic inequality\, environmental destruction and human suffering. We know why we need change. \nHowever\, there is an increasing hunger to find out how we can start to really build things together. If this observation is correct then it might be a good time to form a learning circle for this new kind of economy. \nThe 888 Co-operative Causeway has a small co-working space in the centre of the Melbourne CBD. Members have been organising workshops and panels for quite some time. However\, the Causeway would like to change course a little and bring more like-minded people together to learn\, share and practically develop approaches to building the solidarity economy. These discussions would occur monthly at 6pm on the last Tuesday of the month at the Causeway space with those attending having the opportunity to continue on for drinks and/or a meal at the Kelvin Club. \nOur learning circle explorations will be focussed on addressing questions relating to meeting basic human needs – community\, education\, energy\, food and water\, health and shelter through new and old approaches as outlined in the above diagram from Solidarity NYC. The group would be self-managed with a revolving convenor and invited leaders to inform our discussion and fact-finding. \nWould you and/or your organisation/network like to join us? \nCome along to our first discussion Tuesday November 27 at 6.45-7.45pm – the Kelvin Club to informally discuss how we can run the learning circle and what topics to choose first. Pre-Christmas drinks and a meal will also be an option!
URL:https://www.888causeway.coop/event/solidarity-economy-learning-circle/
LOCATION:Kelvin Club\, 30 Melbourne Pl\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:888 Presents
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ORGANIZER;CN="Antony McMullen":MAILTO:antonymcmullen@bonds.coop
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180925T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180925T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T214215
CREATED:20180912T000645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180918T201454Z
UID:433-1537898400-1537905600@www.888causeway.coop
SUMMARY:Co-operative Approaches to the Affordable Housing Crisis
DESCRIPTION:The home ownership dream is increasingly out of reach and everyone in Victoria is feeling the impact. Co-operative housing most commonly sits in the ‘social housing’ space but is starting to be discussed as a shared ownership option too. The idea is pretty new to Australia – so we thought it was time to start a public conversation even if we don’t know all the answers yet. \nJoin 888 Co-operative Causeway Patron Magaret Feeney for an exploration to be led by our very own Co-operative Causeway member (and seasoned facilitator) Jacinta Cubis to discuss the value of existing co-operative housing options\, as well as new global and local developments in shared/mixed equity co-operative housing to address our affordable housing crisis. \nJoin these leading practitioners and experts to help us explore these opportunities: \n\nJacques Boulet\, Borderlands Co-operative\nNicola Foxworthy\, Common Equity Housing\nElena Pereyra\, Co-housing Australia.\n\nAs an added bonus we welcome Waffle Irongirl (pictured below) for a slam poetry response (be warned Waffle Irongirl – for the uninitiated – is the poetical analogue of a heavy metal karaoke!). \n  \nPlease note: basic casual attire required at this event – no thongs\, singlets or shorts. \nBackground\nVictorian Government analysis has found that median house prices in Melbourne have risen by over 40% since 2012 (49% in regional Victoria). One result is that from 1994-95 to 2013-14\, home ownership rates dropped from 76% to 69% of Victorian households. Social housing in Victoria for people experiencing hardship has grown overall but as a proportion of total housing\, the share of this housing type has fallen. At the most extreme end\, we are seeing increasing numbers of homeless people surfing couches\, living in cars or sleeping rough on the streets of Melbourne. \nWe find that these issues hit young people\, older women and inner-city low-middle income workers the hardest. We all need a ‘roof over our head’ to have a strong base to enjoy the peace and prosperity that should be the birthright of all Victorians.
URL:https://www.888causeway.coop/event/co-operative-approaches-to-the-affordable-housing-crisis/
LOCATION:Kelvin Club\, 30 Melbourne Pl\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:888 Presents
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rohan Clarke":MAILTO:rohanclarke@bonds.coop
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180731T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180731T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T214215
CREATED:20180718T205320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180718T205320Z
UID:403-1533060000-1533067200@www.888causeway.coop
SUMMARY:888 members past\, present & future
DESCRIPTION:Come along to the Kelvin Club for a aperitif and nibbles with 888 members. \nA very informal affair to catch-up over the open-fire and share stories of current adventures and co-operative happenings. The event is free but please rsvp if you are joining us\, so that Harry and the Kelvin Club team can make sure the red carpet is appropriately groomed… \n 
URL:https://www.888causeway.coop/event/888-members-past-present-future/
LOCATION:Kelvin Club\, 30 Melbourne Pl\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:888 Presents
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rohan Clarke":MAILTO:rohanclarke@bonds.coop
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180728T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180728T170000
DTSTAMP:20260605T214215
CREATED:20180525T070258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180525T070258Z
UID:303-1532768400-1532797200@www.888causeway.coop
SUMMARY:Transforming Governance for People and Planet
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to a one-day interactive workshop\, to be held on Saturday 28th July.\n\n\n\nGovernance is at the heart of the great challenges we face – whether or not our democracies can protect that which we mutually depend on for our survival and wellbeing. We are at a crossroads. Will we live in a world of oligarchs\, where a class of super-rich and powerful people and corporations dictate policy and law to the detriment of people and planet? Or will the aspirations for distributed\, participatory and contributory decision-making create a world of deep democracy and transparency where citizens have real lateral power in deciding the nature of our world? \nThis one day short course is an introduction to thinking about the futures of governance and democracy. In it we will explore the outline of the shifts taking place from a global perspective\, current challenges\, and the many new innovations\, experiments and pathways that are harbingers of change. From the community meeting to the office and work environment\, to our local municipal\, state and federal systems\, and to the global system\, the context has shifted and the stage has been set for dramatic changes. At what scale and where do you want to play? This course will provide an overview of the big trends in governance and provide ways in which participants can consider how they want to participate and shape the future. This course brings forth ideas for transforming governance in plain language\, with strategies that anyone can use to empower themselves and their communities. \nThis workshop will present and explore: \n\nthe idea of the “commons” as a framework for rethinking governance;\nhow the commons framework provides answers to the critical challenges we face in areas such as: resource management\, ecological protection / rights of nature\, addressing oligarchy\, protecting digital / knowledge commons\, humanising and democratising our work and community life\, etc;\nan overview of critical historical shifts that bring into relief the great transitions we are experiencing in the early 21st century;\nexamples from around the world that demonstrate transformations in governance\, and which point to new futures – the many new innovations\, experiments and pathways that are emerging around the world in response to our challenges;\na deep questioning of when our democracies protect and build the commons\, and when they undermine them\, and what strategies we might take as societies to ensure healthy democracy and the protect and build our commons.\n\nSpecific topics that will be covered include: \n\nbioregional governance\ncommons governance\nworkplace democracy and decentralised decision making\nliquid democracy (and other e-democracy systems)\nrights of nature / Earth jurisprudence\nurban collaborative governance\npeer to peer / digital commons governance\nparticipatory and contributory democracy\novercoming the challenges of oligarchy / plutocracy\nglobal / planetary governance\nanticipatory governance\n\nThe workshop will be run as a mix of presentations\, audio-visual content\, interactive discussions\, games and self-guided reflection. \nBy the end of the workshop\, participants will understand the big shifts and issues in governance\, and the ways in which they can participate in our great transitions and in shaping the future. \nABOUT THE WORKSHOP PRESENTERS\n\nDr. Jose Ramos\, futurist and Director of Action Foresight\, brings over 15 years’ experience writing about cultural\, political and economic change and designing\, teaching and facilitating courses on social change\, strategic foresight\, commons governance and socio-political transformation.\nDr Michelle Maloney\, lawyer and National Convenor of the Australian Earth Laws Alliance (AELA) has been working for 25 years at the intersection of ecological and social justice\, and is passionate about building Earth centred law\, governance and ethics.\n\nTogether\, Jose and Michelle offer a fun\, stimulating day that will help you think differently about your place in the governance of your communities and world. \nCOST\n$120 standard \n$90 concession \n$80 early bird \n* Several scholarships are available for students and others who wish to attend. Contact us for details. \n\n\nGet tickets\n\n\nFor more information: Jose Ramos – jose@actionforesight.net
URL:https://www.888causeway.coop/event/transforming-governance-for-people-and-planet/
LOCATION:Ross House Association 247 Flinders Lane Melbourne\, VIC 3000\, 247 Flinders Lane\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Action Foresight
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jose Ramos":MAILTO:jose@actionforesight.net
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180706T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20180706T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T214215
CREATED:20180510T014417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180622T134626Z
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SUMMARY:Cooperative Pitch Night
DESCRIPTION:Cooperatives are the new zeitgest. With 8 of 10 of us already a member of a coop or mutual\, they have been hiding in plain sight. Now they are coming out of the shadows as we become more and more aware of the need for a new approach to sharing. One that both emboldens the individual and yet recognises the value of the crowd. The re-emergence of co-operatives as a force in the global economy has begun… \nCome along and hear from emerging co-operatives pitching to a panel of industry leaders and co-operative angels…what could be more fun?  \nFeaturing:  \n\nLoconomics Australia – building on the work done by the Loconomics team in the US\, the local chapter is bringing the power of the platform to Melbourne.  Starting in the Inner North\, they’re aiming to help community sharing without the middle-men or commissions – https://loconomics.com/\nbHive – a platform for the Bendigo community to gather\, share and grow. They’re building a place to share community events and infrastructure. And they’ve got plans to share their platform with other communities around Australia – http://bhive.coop/\nMoose – a brand-spanking-new enterprise coop that aims to make software simple for cooperatives. It’s gathering technology that has been battle-tested in the wild to make a cost-effective and simple-to-use IT solution – Your Website plus Your App plus Your Member Registry in the one place. \nMonash Bike Share – https://monashbikeshare.com/ – the Monash Uni team have created Australia’s most successful bike share scheme. And they have plans to take their co-operative approach to the sharing economy into a grocery coop and community farm…\n\nA panel of esteemed judges including: \n\nDuncan Wallace of the Business Council of Co-operatives and Mutuals \nIndustry Fellow at the Centre for Social Impact\, Krystian Siebert\nLizzie O’Shea\, lawyer to the people\, writer\, broadcaster and unionist.\n\nCome along and add your own spice to a very different kind of shark tank…
URL:https://www.888causeway.coop/event/cooperative-pitch-night/
LOCATION:Kelvin Club\, 30 Melbourne Pl\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:888 Presents
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rohan Clarke":MAILTO:rohanclarke@bonds.coop
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180614T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180614T203000
DTSTAMP:20260605T214215
CREATED:20180521T154140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180521T154140Z
UID:295-1529001000-1529008200@www.888causeway.coop
SUMMARY:A Silent Transformation Film Night
DESCRIPTION:Common Equity Housing Limited is hosting a screening of A Silent Transformation \nA film about the transformative power of the co-operative enterprise model. \nScreening followed by a panel discussion with filmmaker Anton Smolski plus special guests. \n$10 waged $5 Concession Conference attendees FREE \nBook tickets \n \n 
URL:https://www.888causeway.coop/event/a-silent-transformation-film-night/
LOCATION:Cinema Nova\, Carlton\, 380 Lygon Street\, Carlton\, VIC\, 3053\, Australia
CATEGORIES:CEHL
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180530T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180530T160000
DTSTAMP:20260605T214215
CREATED:20180507T115733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180507T120155Z
UID:139-1527683400-1527696000@www.888causeway.coop
SUMMARY:Co-operative Capital Raising Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Show us the Money\n\n“In developing intergenerational self-reliance\, co-operatives help to reduce welfare dependency… provide jobs for local people\, offer goods and services and use procurement practices that support local business” – McClure Welfare Review report \nThe recent government welfare report recognised the importance of growing the co-op sector. One barrier that co-ops face\, as social enterprises\, is capital. \nSo how can co-operatives raise capital? How can we invest in co-operatives? The Co-op Capital Symposium presents a rare opportunity for expert insight into these questions.  \nSocial impact investors\, co-operatives\, social enterprise developers and public service officials are invited to learn about investing in co-operatives from practitioners and successful co-operatives through case-study based presentations and small-group breakouts. \nThis is particularly pertinent at a time when social impact investment is maturing and co-operatives\, such as the National Health Co-operative and The Co-operative Life\, are some of the fastest growing social enterprises in Australia. \n  \nAgenda\n\n\nWelcome & introduction: Melina Morrison\, CEO BCCM\nIntroduction to Co-operative Capital: Robyn Donnelly\, Co-op legal specialist\nAccessing debt-finance: Bank Australia\nWhat are CCUs and how do we use them?: Rohan Clarke – Partner\, Co-operative Bonds\nRaising millions with the humble member share: Taryn Lane – General Manager\, Hepburn Wind\nFonterra Case Study: Aaron Jenkins\, Syndex\nGreen Brick Manufacturing Co-op capital raising exercise: Paul Curtis\, Director of Green Brick Manufacturing Co-op\n\n  \n\nAbout the Speakers\n\nRobyn Donnelly\, Co-op legal specialist: Robyn Donnelly is a co-operative legal specialist who has worked as a solicitor\, barrister and academic\, as well as in the public service as Legal Manager for the NSW Registrar of Co-operatives and Associations. She is the author of BCCM’s publication\, Community investment for Australian co-operatives: A Handbook \nBank Australia: Bank Australia is establishing itself as one of the more important social impact investors in Australia. It has been at the forefront of supporting new and innovative community and disability housing models. \nRohan Clarke – Partner\, Co-operative Bonds: Following a career in the financial sector\, Rohan Clarke now works as an entrepreneur and consultant\, fostering the development of co-operatives particularly where technology and data intersect. Rohan worked extensively with social impact investment co-operative ORICoop on their recent Co-operative Capital Unit (CCU) offer. He will discuss CCUs\, how they work and their potential. \nTaryn Lane – General Manager\, Hepburn Wind: Hepburn Wind Park Co-operative is Australia’s first community-owned wind farm. It is an excellent case study for raising capital for co-operatives\, having used debt\, grant and equity-based funding.Taryn Lane joined Hepburn Wind at a critical time in the communications phase of the project and delivered industry best standards in community engagement.The co-operative raised $10 million from member-investors using the community shares mechanism. \nAaron Jenkins\, Syndex: Aaron Jenkins was one of the designers of the Trading Among Farmers Fonterra share structure. Aaron will present an interactive Q&A style presentation on the Trading Among Farmers (TAF) share structure at the world’s largest dairy company\, Fonterra Co-operative Group. TAF successfully facilitates external investment in the co-operative\, whilst protecting ownership and control amongst its farmer shareholders. \nPaul Curtis\, Director of Green Brick Manufacturing Co-op: Green Brick Manufacturing Co-op is licensed to build a new energy and cost efficient building insulation technology\, which it will manufacture and market from its base in the Latrobe Valley. It is a social enterprise established to employ\, train and mentor Australians who are disadvantaged in the employment marketplace. \nFacilitated by Antony McMullen\, Co-op Bonds: Antony is an expert in co-operative and social enterprise policy\, education and development; and is a qualified practitioner in social impact\, and\, community development. He is also a former chair of a community legal centre\, and former CEO of a church-based community services agency. \n 
URL:https://www.888causeway.coop/event/co-operative-capital-raising-symposium/
LOCATION:Function Room 3\, Level 12\, 300 Flinders Street\, Melbourne VIC 3000\, Function Room 3\, Level 12\, 300 Flinders Street\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Duncan Wallace":MAILTO:duncan.wallace@bccm.coop
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180529T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180529T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T214215
CREATED:20180510T013007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180520T212420Z
UID:149-1527616800-1527624000@www.888causeway.coop
SUMMARY:Dignity of labour in the gig economy
DESCRIPTION:Due to unforeseen circumstances\, this event has been postponed until later in the year. Apologies to those who had reserved tickets\, we’ll be organising refunds and rescheduling over the next couple of days… \nPurposeful work can be the cornerstone of a meaningful life. With the breakdown of traditional modes of secure work through casualization\, labour hire\, independent contracting and the use of online platforms such as Airtasker\, the nature of work has become precarious for many. At the same time\, more flexible arrangements have created new opportunities for people to pursue work/life balance. Emerging technologies are only exacerbating these trends – raising questions like: \n\nWhat ways can regulators promote better industrial relations?\nHow can platform cooperatives create new ways for people to work together?\nWhat ingredients are required to promote dignified and secure work?\nHow can independent workers pull together to rebalance markets?\n\nJoin us at the Kelvin Club for a night of thought provoking views and discussion with our speakers: \n\nRobyn Kaczmarek\, The Co-operative Life\nGodfrey Moase\, National Union of Workers\nEleanor Coffey\, Redgum Cleaning Co-operative (Earthworker co-operative)\n\n 
URL:https://www.888causeway.coop/event/dignity-of-labour-in-the-gig-economy/
LOCATION:Kelvin Club\, 30 Melbourne Pl\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:888 Presents
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rohan Clarke":MAILTO:rohanclarke@bonds.coop
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