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Digital Transformation Live
Jun
8
to Jun 9

Digital Transformation Live

VRARA members get 10% discount on booths and free registration

VRARA contact - Pradeep Khanna pradeep@thevrara.com

Digital Transformation LIVE 2023, a free-to-attend exhibition & conference, is set to kick off in Sydney in June and is going to change the way you operate your business forever.

The event is a trade show set up like a festival, offering two days of lively and insightful networking opportunities during where you'll be able to interact with the anticipated 4500 attendees and 250 thought-provoking speakers who span a range of booming industries.

Here are Top 8 sessions at #DTLexpo that we thought you might be interested in:

·       Business value in showing up in the next reality - Pradeep Khanna, Executive Director, VR AR Association and Global Mindset

·       What makes transformation happen? The difference between never never projects and real change - Hon. Sarah Henderson, Shadow Minister, Australian Parliament

·       Generative AI: Enemy or Co-pilot of creation - Lee Hickin, Chief Technology Officer, Microsoft

·       Unlocking the power of Generative AI in the 'Age of With' - Kellie Nuttall, Head of Deliotte AI Institute, Deloitte

·       How do we stay ethical in the new world of AI? - Allan McCay, Deputy Director, Sydney Institute of Criminology

·       From Muggles to Wizards: the potential of an AI-powered government - Miguel Carrasco, Global Public Sector Lead, BCG X

·       AI is more than DEEP TECH - Stela Solar, Director- National AI, Data61 CSIRO

·       How can we create AI we can trust? - Fang Chen, NSW Government AI Advisory Committee

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Australian Metaverse Event 2023– shaping the future for the greater good
Apr
26
8:00 AM08:00

Australian Metaverse Event 2023– shaping the future for the greater good

VRARA is partnering for Australia’s Metaverse conference, exhibition and NFT art gallery, bringing the industry’s stakeholder community together to share insights into shaping this evolving 3D virtual reality realm as a potential force for good, at the award winning 5-Star Pullman Hotel, in Sydney, on March 30, 2023.

This in-person event is gathering international and local speakers, to share their expertise and reveal the evolving Metaverse realm as capable of offering an environment of equality, safety, openness and responsibility.           

Key areas of discussion will centre around the drivers of Web3, NFTs and blockchain and the establishment of interoperability standards, robust regulatory frameworks and protocols, as imperative to help progress this nascent industry in the right direction, as it gradually moves into mainstream adoption.    

VRARA members have 40 percent discount off the standard registration cost .  Refreshment breaks, lunch and networking drinks and a delegate bag are included in the cost with unlimited access to the trade exhibition and NFT art space.

Please contact Pradeep at pradeep@thevrara.com for more information and 40% discount code

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VR AR XR reshaping STEM engagement , education & communication (VRARA Australia)
Feb
24
12:00 AM00:00

VR AR XR reshaping STEM engagement , education & communication (VRARA Australia)

Karina Price is a science communicator, scientist, and educational Virtual Reality (eduVR) innovator.

In 2015, she founded the pioneering eduVR initiative, Virtual Plant Cell, in her role as the Education and Outreach Program lead for the world-leading plant research Centre, The ARC Centre of Excellence in Plant Energy Biology (PEB) at the University of Western Australia (UWA). Karina has led research studies, in partnership with secondary schools, to evidence the educational value of VR in STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) education. Now, sitting in a niche position at the intersection of the education sector, STEM academia and the VR/XR technology industry,

Karina has established herself as a unique expert in the use of VR for quality and contemporary STEM education applications. In 2021, she launched STEM XR at UWA. The vision is for STEM XR to become the go-to “place” that enables educators to bring quality, curriculum-mapped STEM extended reality (XR, including virtual and related immersive reality) experiences into classrooms around the world.

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Jun
24
1:00 AM01:00

XR and Cybersecurity (Online Event)

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All new areas of technology bring new opportunities for compromise and attack and immersive technologies are no exception. This talk will discuss some of the general Cybersecurity threats and will then seek to understand these threats in the context of Immersive Technologies.

For example, many AR and VR devices collect very significant amounts of sensitive personal data.

Is this data being properly protected?

What privacy protections are in place?

This is just one example of threats which might also include impersonation, DDos attacks and theft of authentication credentials. Finally, we will discuss the need for standards to help lift the collective approach to Cybersecurity threats.

This session, presented by the global VR/AR Association (VRARA), looks at demystifying Cybersecurity holistically as well as applicable to Immersive Technologies

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Dec
1
12:00 AM00:00

VR and AR - The Educators' Perspective

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How Australian Schools Use VR and AR to Unlock the Benefits of Immersive Learning. Can VR and AR be Used to Teach Indigenous Studies?


In this webinar moderated by Pradeep Khanna, three educators will share their experiences and insights from using AR and VR within K-12 school settings.

As virtual reality and augmented reality are becoming more popular within educational settings we hope to share how these tools can be applied within Arts and Humanities to create empathy and connection to different cultures while still exposing the students to STEM disciplines and the latest in how technology can be harnessed to improve society. These three educators have a wealth of practical experience from which they will share the pedagogy, curriculum, practical running and technological set-up of using VR & AR successfully within a school setting. 

Robyn Vierra from Punahou School in Honolulu, Hawai’i will discuss applications for Virtual Reality in K-12 education. VR is an excellent educational tool that brings learning to life for our students. This particular session will focus on virtual reality in global education, discussing how it allows students to explore global locations and issues without the barriers of cost and distance. 

The STEM teaching specialists, Lauren & Nick, at Tulliallan Primary School in Melbourne, Australia will be showcasing how they’ve been working with indigenous artists to design and create interactive augmented reality layers on top of traditional art in order to capture and share indigenous knowledge. Participants will have the opportunity to experience the project firsthand if they download the Artivivie app. 

In addition, Lauren will demonstrate how students can build models in AR as a response to indigenous knowledge and cultures. This will showcase place-based learning through a STEM lens. Participants will have the opportunity to explore the concepts first hand with the Marge Cube app.

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VR and AR - The Educators' Perspective (Online Event)
Sep
10
2:00 AM02:00

VR and AR - The Educators' Perspective (Online Event)

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Teaching for Thinking in VR and AR

As the world-wide implementation of VR and AR in classrooms gathers momentum, schools from a diverse range of demographics are wanting to know how to begin their own journey in the immersive technology space. As with all new technologies, talking points begin with the practical nature of implementation and overall functionality in the classroom context. These first initial hurdles for schools seem to dominate the discussion. Common questions are framed as follows:

  • 'Which VR/AR solution do I purchase and what is the best cost point vs quality product?’

  • 'What support mechanisms does the school need to implement to ensure teachers gain professional development in the use of the technology?’

  • 'How do I store, allow access and provide support for teachers to access the technology?'

Whilst these initial questions are extremely important, it is suggested that schools also begin with deeper questions to encourage discussion on how teaching for thinking might be promoted using the power of immersive technology. The aim being to empower teachers to integrate VR and AR solutions into their curriculum and pedagogy and ensure that the shiny new VR/AR tech is positioned as more than just an engagement tool. Dede (2014) has suggested that simulation technologies like VR can be powerful means for facilitating Deeper Learning.

These deep questions include:

  • 'How might we implement VR and AR technology to ensure improvements to teaching and learning outcomes in the classroom?'

  • 'How might we utilise VR and AR solutions according to our region or school's educational context?'

In this session a mentor vs protégé style discussion will be scaffolded to include the practicalities of VR and AR technology adoption in the classroom and examples of how VR and AR pedagogy can be constructed to promote deeper understanding and cognition. The session will include a sneak preview demonstration of the ChemCave VR resource developed by a teacher team at Mountain Creek State High School in collaboration with the University of the Sunshine Coast.

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SIGGRAPH Asia 2019 - Brisbane, Australia
Nov
17
to Nov 20

SIGGRAPH Asia 2019 - Brisbane, Australia

SIGGRAPH Asia 2019, the region’s largest computer graphics and interactive techniques event will be taking place this 17 – 20 November at BCEC, Brisbane, Australia.

VRARA members have a 10% discount off the ticket prices. Please contact Pradeep Khanna pradeep@thevrara.com for promo code.

Check out the programs at-a-glance here, and find the pass type that best suits your schedule and budget.

In addition to the event’s 3 keynote speakers, here’s a sneak peek of the invited talks (with many more to come!):

·        Computer Animation Festival – Panel & Productions Talk by Elliot Newman (VFX Supervisor, MPC) on Lion King

·        Featured Sessions Talk: In Conversation with Animal Logic's Co-Founder and CEO, Zareh Nalbandianby Zareh Nalbandian

·        Featured Sessions Talk on Disney’s Pixar Animation Studios’ latest original feature titled “Onward”

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XR WA - Perth, Australia
Jul
12
to Jul 14

XR WA - Perth, Australia

Special Discounts for VRARA members - contact Pradeep Khanna  Pradeep@thevrara.com

XR:WA is more than a gathering place for those working in digital screen-based art, entertainment, education, research and business, but extends is an “ideas market” for screen-based and immersive industries in Western Australia. It provides the opportunity for the broader community to explore and experience these stunning immersive experiences and technologies against a backdrop of talks, exhibitions and access to the experiences and the makers themselves.

With a 9-day public exhibition program across the city and a 3-day conference and expo, XR:WA and its government, industry and academic partners, provide the local and national industry with the tools and platforms by which they can develop collaborations and networks but also meet those from other worlds of commercial and government finance, culture, publishers and “ideas acquisition” so as to develop an authentic and meaningful marketplace culminating in a public experience and celebration of WA’s screen sector.

XR:WA seeks to remove the barriers between cinema, art, industry, research, science and technology and entertainment yet work within that continuum, demonstrating the possibilities and linkages between all sectors.

In its conference format, XR:WA Includes multiple break-out spaces, individual exhibition rooms, a large conference exhibition floor, high-quality big-screen projection capability and access to other off-site state of the art screening and exhibition facilities. In its public exhibition it embraces experiences at galleries, museums and venues Perth.

In its entirety, XR:WA represents Australia’s newest and most holistic opportunity to explore and experience immersive technology from ground-breaking research to the industrially applicable of today, while providing a platform facilitating real business outcomes.

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5G Business Summit - Connecting and Enabling: Examining the impact of 5G on business - Sydney
Jun
25
to Jun 27

5G Business Summit - Connecting and Enabling: Examining the impact of 5G on business - Sydney

There is 20% discount for VRARA members - contact Pradeep@thevrara.com

www.5gsummit.com.au

The 5G Business Summit provides an opportunity to take a comprehensive look at how 5G will impact you and your business. It brings together 35+ senior executives representing not only the mobile operators and government, but also end-users from across a broad range of industries that will be disrupted and enabled by 5G. Key areas being covered include the future deployment and business model impact. It will look at what a 5G world might look like and how Australian businesses can harness the network to realise digital transformation, new services, competitive advantage and a reduction in operating costs. This is the one event you really want to attend if you want to understand the opportunities and challenges 5G will bring. The Summit mixes high-level keynotes, industry perspectives, analysis and forecasts from local and global leaders.

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Sydney Build 2019
Mar
14
to Mar 15

Sydney Build 2019

VRARA members get free access to Sydney Build 2019 and 10% discount on booths. Email pradeep@thevrara.com

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Sydney is now experiencing a $7 billion renaissance with $4.8 billion worth of construction projects underway in the CBD alone. This is coupled with a further $3.1 billion of approved projects that are due for completion by 2025. Likewise, infrastructure works are booming with the development of WestConnex, NorthConnex, Sydney Metro and two light rail lines, which are all taking place concurrently.

Since its launch 3 years ago, Sydney Build has quickly built a loyal following, drawing in attendees due to its focus on Sydney and its surrounding region; its fresh content; exclusive networking events; and entertainment. Last year’s show was met with huge success, with 157 exhibitors; 11,839 pre-registered visitors; 56 supporting partners; and 92 speakers. After reaching full capacity last year, Sydney Build will be taking up both the Royal Hall of Industries and its neighboring venue - Hordern Pavillion - for its next edition.

At Sydney Build, win contracts, promote products, learn from leading thought leaders from Sydney and the wider region, enhance your brand awareness, forge new business opportunities, meet pre-qualified buyers and much more.

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Mar
12
to Mar 13

BETT ASIA - Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

For discounted tickets please contact:

Pradeep Khanna - Sydney President & Global Co-Chair Education VRARA - Pradeep@thevrara.com

Paola Paulino - Shenzhen President VRARA - paola@thevrara.com

TRANSFORMING THE FUTURE OF EDUCATION IN ASIA

Bett Asia is the region’s leading education conference and expo will gather the region’s most senior education leaders, educators and innovators to celebrate the future of education.

As APAC education leaders struggle to build a change culture, they believe 21st century skills are pre-eminent for pupil success. This year, the show’s key theme is ‘Building a change culture to deliver 21st century learning’. Our cutting-edge summit will discuss the transformation of education and discover the innovation that will inspire change across the Asia Pacific region. Whilst our Expo will showcase the practical tools, techniques and training to empower educators to transform learning in the classroom and beyond.

More here 

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Dec
4
to Dec 7

XR & Immersive Learning Environments Special Track at IEEE TALE 2018 - Australia

For discount code, please contact Pradeep@thevrara.com 

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TALE 2018 is the IEEE Education Society’s flagship Asia-Pacific conference. This year, the conference will take place in Wollongong, Australia, on the beautiful New South Wales south coast (close to Sydney).

The Special Track on XR & Immersive Learning Environments at IEEE TALE 2018 will focus on the use of virtual reality, augmented reality, mixed reality, and related technologies for creating environments and experiences that excite, inspire and engage learners in immersive ways. Of interest are reports of both research studies and applications covering the entire spectrum of immersive platform types, including desktop, mobile, wearable, and room-based (e.g., CAVE). Authors and presenters are encouraged to think creatively in terms of how they might frame their work to accommodate different conceptions of and perspectives on immersion. 

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Jun
21
5:30 PM17:30

VR AR XR in Schools - Sydney

Interested to participate? Email pradeep@thevrara.com

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This is the third event in a series of events focused on Virtual, Augmented and Mixed Reality (VR, AR, XR) in Education. This event is focused on VR AR XR in Schools and is presented jointly by VRARA Sydney Education Communities of Practice, Coder Academy and GLOBAL MINDSET

We are building a huge community focused on VR AR XR and invite you to join us for this event

For more information, please contact Pradeep Khanna Sydney Chapter President & Global Co-Chair Education VRARA at pradeep@thevrara.com

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May
15
to May 17

RSVP for CeBIT Australia 2018 (discounts available) #CeBIT #Australia #CeBITAus #Sydney

There are special delegate prices for VRARA members, Interested VRARA members should get in touch with Sydney Chapter President Pradeep Khanna at pradeep@thevrara.com

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VRARA Sydney partners with  CeBIT Australia 2018

CeBIT Australia 2018 is the largest & longest running business technology conference & exhibition in Asia Pacific. This year it is being held on 15-17 May 2018 in Sydney. 

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Sep
12
10:00 AM10:00

Capital Pitch for Startup Investor Conference - Sydney

For discounted passes email pradeep@thevrara.com

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VRARA Sydney partners with Capital Pitch for Startup Investor Conference in Sydney on 12 Sep 2017 - - an exclusive event with over 400 experienced angel, family office, professional investors and technology industry leaders - special prices for Sydney VRARA members - Please contact Pradeep Khanna VRARA Sydney Chapter President at pradeep@thevrara.com if interested

Conference weblink https://capitalpitch.com/capitalpitch-startup-investing-conference

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Jul
26
to Jul 28

AR VR Product Development & CX Conference - Sydney

For discounted passes, please contact pradeep@thevrara.com

The first ever AR / VR CX conference in Australia, Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality Product Development and Customer Experience Conference, will address the ways to transforming the future of customer experience in this new digital world. Join the impressive gathering CX, AR, VR, UX professionals to discover how you can use AR / VR to usher in the future of CX, hear solutions to key business challenges and exchange ideas with experts from around the region.

Discover how brand pioneers, technology evangelists, and marketing experts are adapting and transforming their strategies, evolving their operating structure to embrace the reality for brands and embarking on a new world of possibilities using AR / VR.

Conference website claridenglobal.com/conference/arvr-aus-2017 

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