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Welcome to the next 2026 AWS Melbourne Well-Architected User Group Meetup!

Hi Architects, Welcome to our next AWS Melbourne Well-Architected User Group Meetup for 2026, including more exceptional speakers and topics! :-D At each meetup we covered off various pillars in detail, best-practices and insights from industry leaders that specialise in the Well-Architected Framework. And giving away drones, of course. Lots of drones. **Please also note that AWS Security now requests a company name and company email where it is available. If you are a student, please list your institution and your student email address at that institution 👍** We'll be announcing more speakers on [https://well-architected.me](https://well-architected.me/) and previewing presentations during the coming weeks - our speakers and details this month include: * **Mystery Speaker** **Generative AI Cost Optimisation (Part 2)** Cost Optimisation is essential but with all the anecdotal stories of massive token budget blowouts, staying on top of Generative AI best-practices is essential to avoiding these scenarios. This month's menu will include: * Pizzas * Beer: Nastro Azzurro * Wine: Big and red 🤤 NB: Please check in up the stairs from the ground floor to the Mezzanine Level. So come join us at 5:30 for a 6pm **SHARP** start, followed by beer, wine, pizza and friendly networking after our talks :-) Tired of Linkedin’s "thought leadership”, spam and advertising? Join https://well-architected.me/ , the AWS community built for architects, developers and cloud professionals. * Connect with experienced AWS practitioners * Preview upcoming AWS Meetups and relive past content * Create and review beautiful AWS case studies in minutes * Prepare for AWS certifications with curated quizzes * Show your manager and reports you’re well-architected (Please note that by registering to attend you agree to your details being shared as and where required with Amazon Web Services and AWS Well-Architected User Group partners) in

Instant Audio book from your epub file

We will look at a website site that lets you create an audio book from your e.pub book file-- with a star quality voice actor--for free --for early users! We can look at the process together, and within 15-30 minutes you can have a professional audio book produced --and on sale- online \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Event Title:** Turn Any EPUB into a Professional Audiobook in Under 30 Minutes **Event Subtitle:** Unlock instant global publishing and creator-controlled monetisation for your digital books. ### **Event Description** Stop letting your digital books sit undiscovered. Join us for a game-changing workshop where you'll witness the future of audiobook creation. We’ll show you, step-by-step, how to take any standard EPUB file and transform it into a fully produced, high-quality audiobook in under 15 minutes. Forget expensive studio rentals, months of production, and complicated distribution deals. This is the fastest, most cost-effective way to: * **Open a massive new revenue stream:** Tap into the exploding audiobook market. * **Reach a global audience:** Publish instantly to a revolutionary new platform. * **Take control of your earnings:** Benefit from direct, instant creator payouts. * **Enhance your credibility:** Offer your audience professional-grade audio content. **What You'll Learn:** * **The EPUB-to-Audio workflow:** See how simple it is to convert your digital books. * **Instant audiobook generation:** Witness the magic of cutting-edge technology. * **Access to professional voices:** Discover how to leverage expressive AI voices that rival star-level talent. * **Free publishing & monetization:** Get exclusive access to a platform that pays you instantly. This event is essential for all authors, content creators, publishers, and anyone looking to maximize the value of their written work. **Limited Time Offer:** First-time users will receive free access to the audiobook creation tools and platform! ### **Step-by-Step Agenda** * **5.30 PM - 6:15 PM:** Welcome & Networking * **6:15 PM - 6:30 PM:** Introduction to the EPUB-to-Audiobook Revolution * The growing audiobook market and the challenge of traditional production. * How our platform makes it accessible and profitable for everyone. * **6:30 PM - 6:45 PM:** Live Demonstration: EPUB to Audiobook in < 15 Minutes * Watch as we upload an EPUB file and convert it into a finished audiobook. * Experience the quality and expressiveness of the AI voice actors. * **6:45 PM - 7:00 PM:** Key Features Deep Dive: Professional Voices & Publishing * Exploring the range of expressive, studio-quality voices available. * Understanding the free global publishing and distribution process. * **7:00 PM - 7:15 PM:** Monetization and Instant Payouts Explained * How the innovative creator payout system works. * Case studies and success stories. * **7:15 PM - 7:30 PM:** How to Get Started for Free & Q&A * Guide to accessing the free tools and platform for first-time users. * Open floor for questions and individual project discussions. * **7:30 PM - 8:00 PM:** Networking & Hands-On Workshop (Optional) * Connect with fellow creators and publishers. * Get help starting your own audiobook conversion process.

After Jev: Fast, Local AI Decisions with Strands Decider 2B

LLMs are too slow and too expensive for most of what an agent decides. That’s why TypeSafe’s Jev made such an impression in September: a new kind of model that makes decisions in milliseconds instead of generating text. In this hands-on workshop you’ll build with Strands Decider 2B, AWS’s open-source decision model, built on the same idea as Jev and running on your own laptop. Your agent makes its routine decisions locally, with no inference cost per decision, and calls an LLM only when it’s unsure. No prior AI or agent experience needed. Decision models, also called System One models, choose from options you define and return a calibrated confidence score in about a tenth of a second. Strands Decider 2B was released on 1 October and is a 1.9B-parameter model, small enough to run on a laptop. We’ll build a help desk triage agent, stage by stage, in Python or TypeScript: Ask the model a question: run Strands Decider 2B locally, ask it to choose a team for a message, and see the probabilities and confidence it returns. Ask several questions in one call: add urgency scoring and spam detection, run 20 real-world messages through it, and see why extra questions cost almost nothing. Let your code decide: add a confidence threshold and your own rules, and hand only the uncertain cases to a local LLM running in Ollama. Compare a 150 ms decision with a multi-second LLM call. Go live: plug your agent into a live board, sort messages as they’re typed, and watch them re-sort as you tune the threshold. We’ll finish with where this pattern fits: model routing, tool-call checking, guardrails, evaluations, and agent control. By the end you’ll have a working agent running entirely on your laptop, and a real sense of when to use a decision model, an LLM, or plain code. What to bring: Laptop with 8 GB RAM or more (Mac, Windows or Linux) Python 3.10+ installed (needed for both tracks) Node.js 24+ if you’re doing the TypeScript track Setup instructions will be sent before the event. Please download the model at home, as it’s a few GB. No AWS account, cloud credits or API keys needed. Skill level: Beginner. If you can run a Python or TypeScript file, you can follow along. No prior AI or agent development experience required.

Advanced Volleyball Session (Men’s Net)

There will be a cap of 18 players, allowing 3 teams of 6. Games will be played to 15 points. These games are intended to be played at an intermediate to advanced level. $8 per person if you wouldn't mind! 😁🙏 Account name: Tam Nguyen BSB: 067873 Account number: 12770014 Or PayID: 0481463419 _Make sure to attach YOUR name!_ RSVP opens each Friday at 10:00pm Only those on the “going” list are permitted to play. Participants attend and play at their own risk. We are not liable for any injury, loss, or damage that may occur during the session. Have fun, be respectful, and keep a positive attitude!

Oct 25 | Kismetrix Social Run/Walk + Coffee - The Tan Track Botanical Gardens

## 🌿 **Kismetrix Singles Social Run/Walk + Coffee – TAN Track** [Register Here](https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/apr-26-kismetrix-social-runwalk-coffee-the-tan-botanical-gardens-tickets-1985661113844?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl) 📅 **Date: Sunday** 25th October 🕘 **Time:** 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM (please arrive by 9:45 AM) 📍 **Meeting Point:** Royal Botanic Gardens Visitor Centre 🏃 **Route:** TAN Track loop through the Royal Botanic Gardens 📏 **Distance:** Approx. 3–4 km (relaxed social pace) Or Walk 🎽 **Dress Code:** Comfortable activewear or casual running clothes **About the Event** Looking to meet new people, get active, and enjoy great company — without the pressure of a dating event? The **Kismetrix Singles Social Run or Walk + Coffee** is a relaxed, feel-good experience for singles who enjoy movement, nature, and meaningful conversation in a warm, welcoming environment. We’ll run at an easy, conversational pace around the iconic **TAN Track**, giving you plenty of chances to chat, laugh, and connect with different people along the way. There’s no racing, no awkward icebreakers — just a friendly group of singles sharing a beautiful morning together. After the run, we’ll walk back as a group and enjoy **optional coffee and mingling at the Visitor Centre café**, where conversations can continue naturally and comfortably. Many guests tell us these events feel more like meeting new friends — with a spark of something extra. **Who it's For** ✨ Singles who want to meet people offline ✨ Adults 18+ across a wide range of ages (20s to 60s+) ✨ People who enjoy light running, jogging, or active social experiences ✨ Anyone looking for community, confidence, and connection **Singles only. Adults only. No children or dogs.** This helps keep the space relaxed, focused, and socially comfortable for everyone. **What to Bring** * Water bottle * Comfortable running or walking shoes * Sunscreen / hat * Light jacket (weather can change) * Positive energy and an open heart 💛 ## 🎟️ This is a **free community event**, with **optional donations** to support the Kismetrix community. While many of our curated singles events are ticketed, this run is part of our **open community series**, created to make connection, movement, and belonging accessible to everyone. Your support helps Kismetrix continue building safe, welcoming spaces where real human connection can grow — romantically or platonically. **Hosted by:** **Kismetrix \| True Connection** Because real love starts with real connection. ### **🔗 Stay Connected with Kismetrix \| True Connection** Love this event? We run a variety of experiences to help people meet and connect in meaningful ways. 📧 **[social@kismetrix.com.au]()** 🌐 **[www.kismetrix.com.au](http://www.kismetrix.com.au "http://www.kismetrix.com.au")** 📱 **Follow us on Instagram:** [https://www.instagram.com/kismetrix_/](https://www.instagram.com/kismetrix_/ "https://www.instagram.com/kismetrix_/") **, Facebook & Eventbrite** 🤝 **Collaborations: [collabs@kismetrix.com.au]()** ### **📄 Important Notice** By registering for this event\, you confirm that you have read and agree to Kismetrix \| True Connection’s Terms & Conditions\, Privacy Policy\, Disclaimer and Code of Conduct\. Some events may be non\-refundable as stated in their individual descriptions\.

Volleyball Social Games - Intermediate (NMCC)

Welcome to Melbourne Volleyball Academy! 🤗 **[[WHAT]]** This session is for social volleyball games where there will be 3 teams of 6. Please arrive on time as there will warm-up time provided for 15-20 minutes at 11 AM. **[[WHO]]** The session is intended for social volleyball players at the beginner/intermediate level. Players should: * Understand basic volleyball rules (3 touches, foot faults, etc.) * Call for the ball when playing and communicate well * Ready to learn (or already know) 5-1 system * Efficient in passing/hitting/setting/serving If you are uncomfortable with the base fundamentals, we recommend coming to our beginner training sessions on Friday 6-9PM or Saturday 2-5PM. **[[HOW MUCH]]** $21 card payment will be collected on the day via square (EFTPOS) payment. **[[WHEN]]** Saturday afternoon from 11 AM- 2 PM. However, feel free to come early and stretch as the Community Centre is open earlier. **Last minute dropouts and no-shows will have a zero-tolerance policy going forward.** All players are expected to update their RSVP at least 24 hours in advance if they are unable to attend. This applies to players on the going list and the waitlist. **[[THINGS TO BRING]]** We ask that you bring * Water bottle * Appropriate footwear for indoor court shoes - netball shoes, volleyball shoes, or basketball shoes would be suitable. * Wear contacts or sports glasses **[[OTHER DETAILS]]** Only those on the “going” list are permitted to play. If you are on the waitlist, or not registered at all, you will not be permitted to play.

Book swap brunch meet up

Women in Cloud - Building on AWS

**📍 Please note: This event will be hosted at the AWS Melbourne office. To arrange office access, please complete this [form](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfPM_1FXJVi6R5VkLL6V6pfZNkNYeJyI6N39DECEJNd6G8IYQ/viewform?usp=dialog) by 12pm on 12 October. You must also bring a valid government-issued ID on the day of the event.** Join us for an evening of learning, networking, and knowledge sharing as we explore how organisations build resilient, reliable, and scalable cloud platforms on AWS. First, we will take you through **resilience in AWS**, exploring fault isolation, static stability, multi-Region architectures, and the patterns that help mission-critical workloads maintain availability through disruptions. Then we will focus on **agent design**, using AWS Bedrock AgentCore. Whether you're working in cloud, DevOps, platform engineering or simply keen to expand your knowledge of modern cloud technologies, we'd love to see you there! **Topics:** **1\. Reinforcing Resilience in the Real World with Static Stability\, Fault Isolation and Multiple Regions** At AWS, based on years of working with customers, resilience is viewed as a continuous process. In this session, we'll explore how to design with AWS fault isolation boundaries, building on the concept of static stability to achieve predictable recovery times and high availability. We'll look at how AWS Regions are designed and operated for resilience, as well as key architectural patterns that AWS services use to maintain operations through disruptions. The session will provide practical insights into foundational patterns that enable mission-critical workloads to maintain availability at scale, along with best practices, design principles, and sample architectures to help you meet your resilience requirements effectively. **About the speaker** [Anshika Gupta](https://www.linkedin.com/in/anshika-gupta-18b469148/) is a Technical Account Manager for ANZ at [AWS](https://aws.amazon.com/). **2\. Your next oncall buddy is an agent \- here's how to design it** What if your next oncall buddy could investigate incidents, gather evidence, reason about likely causes, and recommend the safest next step? In this whiteboard style session, we’ll use a familiar production incident to explore how to design an agent’s decision loop: what it should know, remember, do, and when it should stop or escalate. Along the way, we’ll map those design decisions to Amazon Bedrock AgentCore capabilities such as Runtime, Memory, Gateway, Policy, Observability, and Evaluations. The goal is not just to build a smarter agent, but to design its agency deliberately. **About the speaker** [Cathy](https://www.linkedin.com/in/geeklady/) is a Senior Cloud Consultant at [Mantel](https://mantelgroup.com.au/) and and an organiser of Women in Cloud Meetup. **Agenda:** **5:30pm** – Food and networking **6:00pm** – Presentation 1. Reinforcing Resilience in the Real World with Static Stability, Fault Isolation and Multiple Regions **6:45pm** – Presentation 2. Your next oncall buddy is an agent - here's how to design it **7:10pm** – Quiz **7:20pm** – Networking We are incredibly grateful to our sponsors **[AWS](https://aws.amazon.com/)** (looking forward to explore their beautiful Melbourne office), **[HAL Systems](https://www.halsystems.com.au/)** and **[REA Group](https://www.rea-group.com/)** for supporting our community. Join us for an evening of learning, meaningful conversations, and great company. We can’t wait to see you there!

Oct 23 | AFTER DARK - An Intimate Kismetrix Singles Night at Death & Co - 2

An intimate singles night for ages 30–55 at Death & Co. Beautiful cocktails, warm introductions and room for real chemistry (session 2). **Some nights are made for bigger crowds. This one isn’t.** After Dark is a more intimate Kismetrix singles experience, created for people who appreciate a beautiful setting, great conversation and the opportunity to meet someone in a way that feels natural. For one Friday night, we’re bringing together a limited group of singles aged 30-55 at Death & Co. Melbourne — one of the city’s most atmospheric cocktail bars. Expect a sophisticated but relaxed evening where you can settle in with a drink, meet new people and let the night unfold without the pressure of speed dating or structured rotations. 📅 Friday 23 October 2026 🕕 Session 2 - 9:00 PM–11:00 PM — hosted event 📍 Death & Co Melbourne 87 Flinders Ln, Melbourne VIC 3000 👥 Singles aged 30–55 🥂 One standard drink included with every ticket **WHAT TO EXPECT** 🍸 An intimate cocktail-bar setting Dark, atmospheric and made for conversation, Death & Co. provides the perfect backdrop for a night that feels a little more special than your usual singles event. ✨ A smaller guest list We’re intentionally keeping this event more intimate. Rather than trying to meet everyone in the room, you’ll have the opportunity to slow down, have better conversations and see where genuine chemistry develops. 🤝 Warm, hosted introductions Coming alone is completely normal. Our Kismetrix hosts will be there throughout the evening to welcome guests, help make introductions and create a comfortable atmosphere — without forcing conversations or putting anyone on the spot. ❤️ The Second Look Sometimes the most interesting connection happens just as the night is coming to an end. Before you leave, you’ll have the opportunity to privately let Kismetrix know if there is someone you would genuinely like to see again. If the interest is mutual, we’ll help reconnect you after the event. No awkward announcements. No public rejection. Just a simple way to give a promising connection another chance. **THIS IS NOT SPEED DATING** There are no five-minute rotations. No interview-style conversations. No pressure to make an instant decision about every person you meet. After Dark is about creating the right environment for people to connect naturally. Have a drink. Join a conversation. Meet someone new. Stay a little longer when the conversation is good. **WHO IS IT FOR?** This event is designed for single men and women aged 30-55 who are open to genuine connection and enjoy meeting people face-to-face. Whether you’re looking for a relationship, hoping to meet someone unexpected or simply ready to get off the apps and back into real life, you’re welcome. You don’t need to bring a friend. Many of our guests attend Kismetrix events on their own, and our team will make sure you feel welcomed from the moment you arrive. **DRESS** Friday night polished. Think drinks somewhere beautiful, date-night energy and whatever makes you feel most like yourself. **LIMITED PLACES** After Dark has been deliberately designed as a smaller Kismetrix experience. Places will be limited, with ticket availability managed to create the best possible atmosphere and balance in the room. If this feels like your kind of night, we recommend booking early. A beautiful room. Good drinks. Better conversation. And perhaps, a little chemistry. Welcome to After Dark by Kismetrix.

Oct 23 | AFTER DARK - An Intimate Kismetrix Singles Night at Death & Co - 1

An intimate singles night for ages 30–55 at Death & Co. Beautiful cocktails, warm introductions and room for real chemistry (session 1). **Some nights are made for bigger crowds. This one isn’t.** After Dark is a more intimate Kismetrix singles experience, created for people who appreciate a beautiful setting, great conversation and the opportunity to meet someone in a way that feels natural. For one Friday night, we’re bringing together a limited group of singles aged 30-55 at Death & Co. Melbourne — one of the city’s most atmospheric cocktail bars. Expect a sophisticated but relaxed evening where you can settle in with a drink, meet new people and let the night unfold without the pressure of speed dating or structured rotations. 📅 Friday 23 October 2026 🕕 Session 1 - 6:00 PM–8:30 PM — hosted event 📍 Death & Co Melbourne 87 Flinders Ln, Melbourne VIC 3000 👥 Singles aged 30–55 🥂 One standard drink included with every ticket **WHAT TO EXPECT** 🍸 An intimate cocktail-bar setting Dark, atmospheric and made for conversation, Death & Co. provides the perfect backdrop for a night that feels a little more special than your usual singles event. ✨ A smaller guest list We’re intentionally keeping this event more intimate. Rather than trying to meet everyone in the room, you’ll have the opportunity to slow down, have better conversations and see where genuine chemistry develops. 🤝 Warm, hosted introductions Coming alone is completely normal. Our Kismetrix hosts will be there throughout the evening to welcome guests, help make introductions and create a comfortable atmosphere — without forcing conversations or putting anyone on the spot. ❤️ The Second Look Sometimes the most interesting connection happens just as the night is coming to an end. Before you leave, you’ll have the opportunity to privately let Kismetrix know if there is someone you would genuinely like to see again. If the interest is mutual, we’ll help reconnect you after the event. No awkward announcements. No public rejection. Just a simple way to give a promising connection another chance. **THIS IS NOT SPEED DATING** There are no five-minute rotations. No interview-style conversations. No pressure to make an instant decision about every person you meet. After Dark is about creating the right environment for people to connect naturally. Have a drink. Join a conversation. Meet someone new. Stay a little longer when the conversation is good. **WHO IS IT FOR?** This event is designed for single men and women aged 30-55 who are open to genuine connection and enjoy meeting people face-to-face. Whether you’re looking for a relationship, hoping to meet someone unexpected or simply ready to get off the apps and back into real life, you’re welcome. You don’t need to bring a friend. Many of our guests attend Kismetrix events on their own, and our team will make sure you feel welcomed from the moment you arrive. **DRESS** Friday night polished. Think drinks somewhere beautiful, date-night energy and whatever makes you feel most like yourself. **LIMITED PLACES** After Dark has been deliberately designed as a smaller Kismetrix experience. Places will be limited, with ticket availability managed to create the best possible atmosphere and balance in the room. If this feels like your kind of night, we recommend booking early. A beautiful room. Good drinks. Better conversation. And perhaps, a little chemistry. Welcome to After Dark by Kismetrix.

Tuesday Coffee/Lunch @ Afloat Southbank 3000 💛

Hi Radiant Ladies, Are you wondering what Afloat’s décor looks like this year? Let’s get together for lunch and find out! Lyn 🌸

Maribyrnong River Walk: Birds, Wetlands & Coffee – Footscray to Edgewater

Join me for a relaxed nature walk along the Maribyrnong River Trail, exploring the section from the Footscray Community Arts Centre to Edgewater and Burndap Park. We’ll allow time to pause along the way and observe birdlife and enjoy the natural environment, and if you enjoy photography, you’re welcome to bring your camera or phone to capture the flora and fauna we encounter along the river trail. Our route takes us past the Heavenly Queen Taoist Temple, and through Newell's Paddock Wetlands Reserve and past Footscray Park. Newell’s Paddock is a conservation area that has been regenerated over the past 30 years from a polluted industrial site into thriving wetlands, where more than 80 bird species have now been recorded. We may also see the local swan family out exploring with their cygnets. [https://www.newellspaddock.org.au/2016/06/07/birds-of-newells-paddock/](https://www.newellspaddock.org.au/2016/06/07/birds-of-newells-paddock/) When we reach Edgewater Marina, we’ll stop to have something to eat or drink. There are two cafés and an Italian deli nearby. From here we will walk through Burndap Park, a revegetated space that provides an important habitat for waterbirds and other native wildlife. The Superb Fairy-wren, the endangered Growling Grass Frog and Spotted Marsh Frog have found a home here. For anyone interested in identifying birdlife and frogs there are many free apps, including [Frog Census ID](https://www.melbournewater.com.au/learn-about/making-difference/citizen-science-waterwatch/frog-census) app and [Merlin Bird ID](https://merlin.allaboutbirds.org/). The Maribyrnong River Trail is flat and well maintained, and this walk is rated easy to moderate. Distance: approximately 7 km Walking time: around 1 hour 45 minutes, with breaks along the way. **Agenda** 2:00 pm – Meet at the Footscray Community Arts Centre (see event photos for a map and meeting point) 2:10 pm – Begin our walk 3:30 pm – Arrive at Edgewater Marina for a break 4:15 pm – Walk through Burndap park 5:15 pm – Arrive back at the Footscray Community Arts Centre **Getting There** If you’re coming by public transport, the Arts Centre is about a 7-minute walk from Footscray Station—head down Bunbury Street and turn left onto Moreland Street. For those driving, there is on-street metered parking as well as a car park at the Arts Centre. **RSVP & Event Notes** Please RSVP by clicking Attend on the event page, and I’ll be in touch with any additional details via direct message. This is a rain or shine event and I add any updates about weather conditions in the Event Comments on the day if needed. *Please note once we meet at 2:00 pm, I will be connecting with guests and unable to respond to direct messages. For anyone running late, I will post a location tracker in the Event Comments so you can find us along the trail.*