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Membership not required
Cost $18 Non-Members, $14 Members, $11 Concession

Date: Monday 30-Mar-2026
Duration: Single session
Time: 10:00am for Single session
Venue: Glyde-In Garden Room
Status: Open

Aleks will explore the technological and ecological aspects of lithium production from various sources such as minerals, brines, and recycled batteries. Advances in processing methods, challenges such as high energy use and waste, and the drive for cost-effective, sustainable solutions will be discussed.

Membership not required
Cost $18 Non-Members, $14 Members, $11 Concession

Date: Thursday 2-Apr-2026
Duration: Single session
Time: 10:00am for Single session
Venue: Glyde-In Garden Room
Status: Full

Television crime shows often focus on weapons, DNA, and dramatic chase scenes, yet real forensic science is far more surprising. In many cases, the most important clues come from tiny organisms found on or around a body. These ‘silent witnesses’ can reveal when and where an event occurred and help piece together the circumstances of a crime. Join Paola for an eye-opening journey into the unexpected world where crimes, critters, and science meet, listening to fascinating real-world cases where nature has played a key role in solving mysteries.

Membership not required
Cost $20 Non-Members, $16 Members, $12 Concession

Date: Wednesday 1-Apr-2026
Duration: Single session
Time: 9:15am for Single session
Status: Full

Meet there. Join Eileen for a walking tour of Subiaco (approx. 4kms) and discover historical architecture, wonderful streetscapes, shady tree lined verges and one of the best-preserved collections of leadlight in the world. You’ll have the opportunity to admire some of the notable federation homes in the area. Along the way, you’ll catch a glimpse of Billie Bob, one of the wooden Giants, in Subiaco Theatre Gardens. Then enjoy lunch at Boucla, a Mediterranean-inspired cafe known for its eclectic, Moroccan-style décor (at own cost). Meet at 9.15am for 9.30am start outside the Subiaco Museum, 241 Rokeby Rd, Subiaco. Book by 18 March.

Membership not required
Cost $18 Non-Members, $14 Members, $11 Concession

Date: Thursday 2-Apr-2026
Duration: Single session
Time: 1:00pm for Single session
Venue: Glyde-In Garden Room
Status: Full

The International Court of Justice has made multiple rulings and interim orders with respect to the conflicts in Ukraine and Palestine. None of these actions have had any clear impact on the conduct of hostilities i either conflict. At the same time, the International Criminal Court has issued arrest warrants for Presidents Putin and Netanyahu, to no effect. Paul will examine the problem of enforcement within the existing international humanitarian legal system.