Take a zero-waste cooking class, hear from top game developers, or network at our virtual Startup Summit during a packed program of free online events presented by Knowledge Melbourne. We’re bringing the experts straight to your home in this curated series of panels, workshops and talks, which runs from now until July. Here are eight highlights to mark in your diary. Follow the links to register now. 1. Momentum Mornings Mondays 18 and 25 May, 1 and 15 June, 7am to 8am or 10am to 11am Whether you’re working on an ambitious creative project or just clearing your inbox, start your week with purpose and discover productivity and motivation on your own terms with interviewer and writer Madeleine Dore. 2. Lunchtime Talks: Evelyn Araluen Tuesday 19 May, 12.30pm to 1.30pm Poet and educator Evelyn Araluen invites you to explore the rise of crisis writing, shifting beliefs in the function and power of literature and the changing role of Aboriginal knowledge in creative practice. 3. Open Innovation Competition launch Thursday 21 May, 4pm to 5.30pm Celebrate the launch of this competition that calls for big ideas to transform Melbourne into a zero-waste city. Hear insights from innovators and leaders in waste and circular economies before an in-depth Q&A. 4. Damper making with native ingredients Saturday 30 May, 3.30pm to 5pm Hear the myth of the creation of Mer Island while making damper with local chef Nornie Bero, Torres Strait Islander and owner of Mabu Mabu. 5. Startup Summit Wednesday 10 June, 10am to 3.15pm Calling all aspiring entrepreneurs and early-stage startups. Gain valuable knowledge and insights from successful local startups including Linktree and Portable during a full day program of talks and workshops. 6. Rituals of play in a global pandemic Saturday 13 June, 2pm to 3.30pm Join local game developers, designers and programmers as they … Continue reading Eight insightful online events