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SUMMARY:Friends of ANBG Photographic Group Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The meeting\, which takes place at 10 am in the Theatrette\, will feature presentations by Cristy Froehlich and Julia Landford from NatureArt Lab.  \nNatureArt Lab unites communities through art inspired by nature and provides short art courses\, photography courses and workshops. They also offers immersive nature tours in Australia and around the world. \nCristy is a highly respected photographer and artist who shares her love of nature and art through teaching and nature tours. Julia\, the Founding Director of NatureArt Lab\, is an artist\, educator and environmentalist\, leading art\, citizen science and environmental collaboration in Australia.  \nThe meeting will also include our regular show and tell segment in which participants share their photographic works and the stories behind them.  \nBring up to six images on a USB thumb drive if you wish to participate.
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/friends-of-anbg-photographic-group-monthly-meeting/
LOCATION:ACT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250925T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250925T133000
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SUMMARY:Hannah Gerke ‘Life on the edge: personality and movement behaviour of urban brown snakes in Canberra’
DESCRIPTION:Hannah\, a PhD candidate at ANU\, will talk about the hundreds of Eastern brown snakes being translocated around the ACT each year. However\, recent work has shown that moving reptiles long distances may have harmful impacts on brown snake behaviour and survival. \nAbstract \nEastern brown snakes are the most common snake in urban Canberra\, leading to hundreds translocated around the ACT each year. However\, recent work has shown that moving reptiles long distances can have harmful impacts\, and we don’t really know how translocation affects brown snake behaviour for survival. This research (as part of The Canberra Snake Tracking Project) seeks to understand if snakes have “personalities” and if personality influences how individual snakes respond to translocation. \nBiography\nHannah is a PhD Candidate at the Australian National University. Her research focuses on human-wildlife conflict and the impacts of human activities on wildlife\, particularly brown snakes. \nBooking Link: https://www.trybooking.com/DDEFK \nBooking\n	Lunchtime talks are held at 12.30 pm every Thursday from February to November. Talks last for 1 hour. We welcome donations by gold coins\, notes\, or electronically. The Friends use donations received at each talk to support Gardens’ programs and development and we thank all those who have donated.  \nUnless otherwise indicated\, talks are held in the ANBG Theatrette. \nIt is a good idea to reserve a seat at the talks that you wish to attend; talks may be booked out very quickly.  Bookings can be made from about 30 days in advance until the night before the talk or until seating limits are reached.  \nBooking Link: https://www.trybooking.com/DDEFK \nThe Friends of the ANBG thank the speakers who volunteer their time and talents to further the knowledge of all attending events in the Gardens. Many summaries or PowerPoint presentations of Thursday talks are available to Friends at the ANBG library. Please direct queries about the talks to the Thursday Talks Team: email talks@friendsanbg.org.au.
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/hannah-gerke-life-on-the-edge-personality-and-movement-behaviour-of-urban-brown-snakes-in-canberra/
LOCATION:ACT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250920T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250920T150000
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SUMMARY:Questacon Mangroves Felting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:If you attended the Questacon Mangroves exhibition\, you will be excited learn that Questacon is now offering a Questacon Mangroves Felting Workshop with Melanie Tribe! \nPlease see exclusive link below for discounted early bird tickets. This price is valid until 29 August\, after which time tickets will be full price. \nGet your ticket here!\n(or https://shop.questacon.edu.au/products/ and search for Mangroves felting workshop.) \nEvent: Questacon Mangroves Felting Workshop with Melanie Tribe\nDate: Saturday 20th\, Friday 26th or Saturday 27th September\nTime: 9am – 3pm\nLocation: The Ian Potter Foundation Technology Learning Centre\, 60 Denison Street DEAKIN\nCost: $190 (early bird price only)\n	Open to ages 16+ \nThis Biodiversity month\, learn how to make your own needle-felted mudskippers with Questacon! \nYou will be guided by Darwin-based and nationally renowned textile artist Melanie Tribe\, who specialises in vibrant 3D needle felted sculptures. Melanie is also an experienced educator and has taught beginners the art of transforming wool fibres into textured\, lifelike creations. \nWhat you can expect \n\nEnjoy 6 hours of expert instruction from textile artist Melanie Tribe in a small group of 14 participants\nYou will receive a kit with all the materials and tools\, which you can take home and continue creating after the workshop\nTake home your own felted mudskipper at the end of the workshop\nEnjoy morning tea pastry\, tea and coffee \n		 \n\nWe look forward to seeing you there! \nQuestacon Events Team \nE: events@questacon.edu.au
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/questacon-mangroves-felting-workshop/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250920T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250920T103000
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SUMMARY:Wake up with the Birds
DESCRIPTION:8.30 am start (gates open at 8.15 am) \nObserve amazing birdlife in the beautiful surrounds of the Australian National Botanic Gardens. In a small group\, experience the Gardens early on a spring morning when the birds are nesting and at their most active. The walk of 1½ to 2 hours with expert bird guides includes plenty of time to stop and look! \nBookings essential:    https://www.trybooking.com/DDJYZ \nCost:  Friends’ members $15; non-members $20 (all proceeds go to projects in the Gardens) \nSome binoculars will be provided\, but bring your own if you have them. \nWear comfortable footwear and warm clothes. \n(Please note: event not suitable for small children)  
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/wake-up-with-the-birds/
LOCATION:ACT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250918T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250918T163000
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SUMMARY:Plant Recognition Group Workshop – the amazing world of Australian conifers
DESCRIPTION:The next Plant Recognition Group workshop will provide an overview of the 44 species of Australian conifers including their distribution and some of the factors contributing to this spatial outcome. \nThe workshop will provide guidance on the use of an identification key based on vegetative characteristics: mainly leaves\, cones and buds. About 80% of native conifers can be seen at the ANBG and you will be guided through use of the key to distinguish example species from the gardens. \nThe workshop will be led by Malcolm Watson who has a degree in environmental management (majoring in botany) and has spent the last few years studying and photographing plants at the ANBG. \nWhen: Thursday 18 September 2025 2.00-4.30pm; including extra time to practice if you wish. \nWhere: Celia Rosser Room\, Banksia Centre\, ANBG. \nBookings ESSENTIAL: Please send your name and phone number to plantname@friendsanbg.org.au   Seats are limited for this session\, so booking ahead is mandatory. \nPlease advise at least a day in advance if you need to cancel your booking\, so that a member on the waiting list can be offered the place.
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/plant-recognition-group-workshop-the-amazing-world-of-australian-conifers/
LOCATION:ACT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250918T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250918T133000
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SUMMARY:Professor Andy Whiteley ‘Bioplastics’
DESCRIPTION:Andy\, from CSIRO\, and the BioPlastics Innovaton Hub aim to remove Australia’s dependence on fossil fuel derived polymers in plastic packaging and replace them with fully compostable and sustainable alternatives. \nBiography\n	Professor Andy Whiteley is the Research Director for CSIRO’s Industry Environments (IE) Program based in Western Australia. The IE Program seeks to innovate and mitigate Australia’s wastes to build a sustainable future\, especially in the key areas of Plastics and PFAS\, two of Australia’s major pollutant and waste issues. \nProfessor Whiteley originally obtained a degree and Ph.D. in marine biology and spent 20 years in the UK as a research scientist and leader\, developing a new generation of molecular biology\, genomic and biotechnological solutions for the natural environment\, including environmental monitoring\, protection and cleanup. He moved to Australia in 2012 to become the tenth Premier’s Fellow and Winthrop Professor at the University of Western Australia\, focussing on developing new technologies for mine-site rehabilitation. During the COVID pandemic\, he moved to CSIRO\, where his team was initially responsible for developing and monitoring COVID emergence in wastewater treatment systems for early warning population protection. Post COVID he resumed the core work in chemical and biological risks associated with Australia’s pollution and waste issues. \nIn 2022\, Andy was the key representative for CSIRO in setting up the partnership with Murdoch University for what is now known as the ‘BioPlastics Innovation Hub’ (BiH). An 8 million dollar investment\, launched in 2024\, the BiH represents a unique collaborative effort that unites scientific research\, industry expertise and the impact focus of Australia’s National Science agency\, the CSIRO. \nThe aim of the BiH is to revolutionise plastic packaging and waste systems in order to remove Australia’s dependence on fossil fuel derived polymers and move us toward fully compostable and sustainable BioPlastics and BioPolymers. \nBooking Link: https://www.trybooking.com/DDEFI \nBooking\n	Lunchtime talks are held at 12.30 pm every Thursday from February to November. Talks last for 1 hour. We welcome donations by gold coins\, notes\, or electronically. The Friends use donations received at each talk to support Gardens’ programs and development and we thank all those who have donated.  \nUnless otherwise indicated\, talks are held in the ANBG Theatrette. \nIt is a good idea to reserve a seat at the talks that you wish to attend; talks may be booked out very quickly.  Bookings can be made from about 30 days in advance until the night before the talk or until seating limits are reached.  \nBooking Link: https://www.trybooking.com/DDEFI \nThe Friends of the ANBG thank the speakers who volunteer their time and talents to further the knowledge of all attending events in the Gardens. Many summaries or PowerPoint presentations of Thursday talks are available to Friends at the ANBG library. Please direct queries about the talks to the Thursday Talks Team: email talks@friendsanbg.org.au.
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/professor-andy-whiteley-bioplastics/
LOCATION:ACT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250913T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250913T150000
DTSTAMP:20260418T171220
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SUMMARY:Exploring STEP at the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:The Southern Tablelands Ecosystems Park (STEP) is a regional botanic garden\, education and conservation centre demonstrating southern tablelands species of eucalypt trees and understorey plants. It is located within the National Arboretum\, Canberra. (https://step.asn.au) \nExperienced STEP volunteers will take us on a one hour guided walk. Come and admire this beautiful garden of local southern tablelands species. \nMeet at the STEP entrance  flag down on lowest level carpark opposite the Visitor Centre at the Arboretum 10 minutes before the tour.  \nBookings essential:   https://www.trybooking.com/DDKBD \nCost:  $5 (proceeds will be shared between the Friends of ANBG and STEP) \nWear comfortable shoes\, and be prepared for some uneven ground.
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/exploring-step-at-the-arboretum/
LOCATION:ACT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250912T103000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250912T113000
DTSTAMP:20260418T171220
CREATED:20250912T003000Z
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SUMMARY:Book launch: The Man Who Planted Canberra [SOLD OUT but waitlist available]
DESCRIPTION:Join Robert Macklin\, Max Bourke\, Lenore Coltheart and Steve Thomas in conversation\, to celebrate the release of Robert’s book The Man Who Planted Canberra: Charles Weston and His Three Million Trees. \nInsights into the history\, design and future of the National Capital’s landscaping\, horticulture and reforestation will be shared\, including the use of both native and exotic plant species throughout our region. \nThis special launch event will take place in the Margaret Whitlam Pavillion at the National Arboretum\, combining fascinating discussion with breathtaking views of Canberra and the Arboretum’s living collections of rare\, endangered and significant trees. \nThe presentation will be followed by book sales and signing.  \nEntry to this event is free\, however places are strictly limited\, and early booking is recommended. \nFurther information available here: https://www.library.gov.au/whats-on/events/book-launch-man-who-planted-canberra  \nTickets available here: https://www.stickytickets.com.au/sjjny/book_launch_the_man_who_planted_canberra.aspx \nPLEASE NOTE: This event is SOLD OUT but a waitlist is available \n 
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/book-launch-the-man-who-planted-canberra-sold-out-but-waitlist-available/
LOCATION:ACT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250911T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250911T133000
DTSTAMP:20260418T171220
CREATED:20250911T023000Z
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SUMMARY:Stephen Utick ‘Camellia Flower God\, the sacred camellias of Asia’
DESCRIPTION:Stephen\, a Visiting Curator Theaceae at the Royal Botanic Gardens\, Sydney\, will embark on a fabulous journey to sacred and other places of China and Japan to discover ethnobotanical stories of the Family Theaceae Genus Camellia. \nAbstract\nEmbark on a fabulous journey across the shrines\, temples and other sacred places of China and Japan to discover one of the most remarkable ethnobotanical stories of the Family Theaceae Genus Camellia. From the southern silk road of ancient Yunnan to the famous Buddhist Todaiji Temple of Canberra’s Sister City Nara\, Dr Utick will reveal the full extent of the understanding of the ethnobotany of sacred camellia trees. Be prepared for sacred inner spaces\, lost and forgotten kingdoms\, and the Temple of the Mishi or flower god. This presentation will be a global first\, based on research material sourced over a decade through the International Camellia Society. \nBiography\nStephen Utick is a global camellia expert\, a Visiting Curator Theaceae at the Royal Botanic Gardens Sydney and the secretary of Camellia Ark Australia\, an organisation that saves and propagates rare and endangered camellias from all over Australia. \nBooking Link: https://www.trybooking.com/DDEFH \nBooking\n	Lunchtime talks are held at 12.30 pm every Thursday from February to November. Talks last for 1 hour. We welcome donations by gold coins\, notes\, or electronically. The Friends use donations received at each talk to support Gardens’ programs and development and we thank all those who have donated.  \nUnless otherwise indicated\, talks are held in the ANBG Theatrette. \nIt is a good idea to reserve a seat at the talks that you wish to attend; talks may be booked out very quickly.  Bookings can be made from about 30 days in advance until the night before the talk or until seating limits are reached.  \nBooking Link: https://www.trybooking.com/DDEFH \nThe Friends of the ANBG thank the speakers who volunteer their time and talents to further the knowledge of all attending events in the Gardens. Many summaries or PowerPoint presentations of Thursday talks are available to Friends at the ANBG library. Please direct queries about the talks to the Thursday Talks Team: email talks@friendsanbg.org.au. \n 
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/stephen-utick-camellia-flower-god-the-sacred-camellias-of-asia/
LOCATION:ACT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250906T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250906T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T171220
CREATED:20250905T230000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T010106Z
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SUMMARY:Black Mountain Weeding Work Party
DESCRIPTION:A big thank you\, to our work party volunteers who removed approximately 850 woody weeds in a difficult area at our August work party. \nDetails of the next weeding work party (including the booking link) are: \nDate: Saturday\,  6 September 2025 \, 9am to 12 noon\nMeet: at the electricity sub-station\, Frith Road\, Acton.     \n	Bring:  water.   \nWear:  hat\, sunscreen\, long-sleeved shirt\, long pants\, gloves\, stout shoes. \nWe shall break for delicious morning tea at about 10:30am \nPlease book: if you are planning to come\, please let us know by using this booking link:  https://www.trybooking.com/CYPVL    \nThis helps us to let you know if arrangements need to change at the last minute (for example\, adverse weather conditions). \nIf you need further information\, please contact Linda by phone 0437 298 711. \nWe look forward to seeing you at our next weeding work party. \nLinda Beveridge\nFriends of Black Mountain
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/black-mountain-weeding-work-party/
LOCATION:ACT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250905T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250928T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T171220
CREATED:20250905T020000Z
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SUMMARY:M16 Artspace Exhibitions - 'Rendezvous: Notes from the Botanic Gardens' and 'See What I See'
DESCRIPTION:Two of the exhibitions currently on show at the M16 ArtSpace are ‘Rendezvous: Notes from the Botanic Gardens’ and ‘See What I See’. \n‘Rendezvous’ includes a terrific and fun wall mural of the water dragons by Bryn Jones and other interesting artworks inspired by the Gardens. \n‘See What I See’ is the annual NatureArt Lab tutor exhibition\, showcasing the creative work and immense talent of their teaching team. \nBoth are well worth checking out. \nYou can find more about the M16 Artspace HERE. \n  \n 
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/m16-artspace-exhibitions-rendezvous-notes-from-the-botanic-gardens-and-see-what-i-see/
LOCATION:ACT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250904T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250904T133000
DTSTAMP:20260418T171220
CREATED:20250904T023000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T010106Z
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SUMMARY:Dr Rod Griffin ‘Uses of Acacia from Perfumery to Pulpwood … and some things we don’t yet know about their Reproductive Biology’
DESCRIPTION:Little has been invested into research into the benefits of Australian species of Acacia\, compared to Australian eucalypts. Rod\, a Research Associate at University of Tasmania\, will share current research into the pollination ecology of some temperate acacia species. \nAbstract\n	Acacias provide many economic benefits around the world\, but little has been invested into research into the benefits of Australian species\, especially compared to Eucalypts. Rod\, a Research Associate at University of Tasmania\, will share current research into the pollination ecology of some temperate acacia species. \nBiography\n	Rod is a Research Associate at the School of Natural Sciences\, at University of Tasmania\, with a Ph.D. in forest genetics. He supports tree breeding programs in SE Asia\, South America and Africa and focuses on genetic diversity and seed production of Eucalyptus and Acacia. \nBooking link: https://www.trybooking.com/DDEFF \nBooking\n	Lunchtime talks are held at 12.30 pm every Thursday from February to November. Talks last for 1 hour. We welcome donations by gold coins\, notes\, or electronically. The Friends use donations received at each talk to support Gardens’ programs and development and we thank all those who have donated.  \nUnless otherwise indicated\, talks are held in the ANBG Theatrette. \nIt is a good idea to reserve a seat at the talks that you wish to attend; talks may be booked out very quickly.  Bookings can be made from about 30 days in advance until the night before the talk or until seating limits are reached.  \nBooking link: https://www.trybooking.com/DDEFF \nThe Friends of the ANBG thank the speakers who volunteer their time and talents to further the knowledge of all attending events in the Gardens. Many summaries or PowerPoint presentations of Thursday talks are available to Friends at the ANBG library. Please direct queries about the talks to the Thursday Talks Team: email talks@friendsanbg.org.au.
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/dr-rod-griffin-uses-of-acacia-from-perfumery-to-pulpwood-and-some-things-we-dont-yet-know-about-their-reproductive-biology/
LOCATION:ACT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250901T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250907T140000
DTSTAMP:20260418T171220
CREATED:20250901T010000Z
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SUMMARY:Guided Walks - What is it about Wattles?
DESCRIPTION:What is it about Wattles? \n1 – 7 September\, 11am & 2pm daily\, Free \nWe welcome wattles as spring approaches but are you aware how very many species there are and how widespread they are? Why their foliage differs so much? How those golden ‘balls’ are formed? Take a free guided one-hour walk to get some answers to these and other questions and see a wealth of wattles in flower at this time of year. \nMeet at the flag near the Café bridge. No booking required for individuals\, but groups of more than six people should contact walks@friendsanbg.org.au a week before the planned walk.
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/guided-walks-what-is-it-about-wattles/
LOCATION:ACT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250829T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250829T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T171220
CREATED:20250829T000000Z
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SUMMARY:Friends of ANBG Photographic Group Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The meeting\, which takes place in the Theatrette\, will feature a presentation from Dr Yi-Kai Tea of the Moths and Butterflies Association. The Association is a not-for-profit organisation that aims to encourage interest in the scientific study\, research and conservation of moths and butterflies (Lepidoptera) in the Australian Region. The society has a broad appeal to a wide range of interest groups\, including amateur naturalists\, photographers\, conservationists and citizen scientists who are passionate about observing\, collecting\, and studying moths and butterflies. \nDr Yi-Kai Tea has published several papers on the ecology and behaviour of tropical Lepidoptera in the Asia-Pacific. He is also an avid butterfly photographer. \nThe meeting will also include our regular show and tell segment in which participants share their photographic works and the stories behind them.
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/friends-of-anbg-photographic-group-monthly-meeting/
LOCATION:ACT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250828T000000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250828T235900
DTSTAMP:20260418T171220
CREATED:20250827T140000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T010106Z
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SUMMARY:Emeritus Professor Patrick De Deckker - ‘Marine heat waves\, the “secret killer” in our oceans’
DESCRIPTION:Patrick\, from the ANU\, will discuss alarming temperature increases near the surfaces of oceans\, that affect entire ecosystems; such as the vanishing kelp forests offshore Tasmania and the many organisms that thrive in among kelp. This change is not only in Australia\, but world-wide. \nAbstract \nAs a result of significant changes in the oceans bordering Australia\, and in particular the alarming temperature increases near the surface\, entire ecosystems have already been affected. These will be discussed. \nPatrick will also detail the findings over the last decade of the vanishing kelp forests offshore Tasmania\, and how this has also affected many organisms that normally thrive in among kelp. This change is not restricted to the Australian oceans\, it is a worldwide phenomenon! \nBiography \nEmeritus Professor Patrick De Deckker is at the Research School of Earth Sciences\, The Australian National University. Patrick is also a Fellow of the Australian Academy of Science. \nOriginally from Belgium\, Patrick arrived in Australia about 50 years ago where he continued his university education in geology\, micro-palaeontology and zoology at several institutions. He has been at ANU since 1981 except for 2 years at Monash and has worked on salt lakes\, their biota and geological history\, plus on the evolution of the oceans in our region related to climate changes and on airborne dust (a topic which he presented to the Friends of the ANBG a couple of years ago). \nBookings open on 25 July at https://www.trybooking.com/DANDC
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/emeritus-professor-patrick-de-deckker-marine-heat-waves-the-secret-killer-in-our-oceans/
LOCATION:ACT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250828T000000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250828T235900
DTSTAMP:20260418T171220
CREATED:20250827T140000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T010106Z
UID:10001350-1756339200-1756425540@friendsanbg.org.au
SUMMARY:1RPH interview with artist Jo Hollier
DESCRIPTION:After viewing Jo Hollier’s Botanical Art Exhibition at the ANBG\, Christine Stewart contacted her & interviewed her for 1RPH Canberra public radio. \nThe interview goes to air on 1RPH / 1125AM this Thursday 28 August at 10am & repeated at 4.30pm. It will also be available as a podcast on website. \nJo’s enthusiasm for the ANBG and her love of our birds & plants is evident. \nHer new exhibition Creek Walks opens Friday 29 August at the Belconnen Arts Centre.
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/1rph-interview-with-artist-jo-hollier/
LOCATION:ACT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250827T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250921T163000
DTSTAMP:20260418T171220
CREATED:20250826T233000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T010106Z
UID:10001348-1756287000-1758472200@friendsanbg.org.au
SUMMARY:Art in Miniature Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:AIM (Art in Miniature) Canberra is delighted to be holding its 25th exhibition as a group at the Australian National Botanic Gardens. \nWe are a friendship group of artists living in Canberra and its regions who enjoy working and exhibiting miniatures together.  \nIn this exhibition we are taking inspiration directly from the beautiful ANBG. Its flora\, fauna\, herpetology\, entomology\, buildings\, visitors and views have all inspired our group to create over 100 miniatures by 22 members.
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/art-in-miniature-exhibition/
LOCATION:ACT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250821T000000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250821T235900
DTSTAMP:20260418T171220
CREATED:20250820T140000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T010106Z
UID:10001347-1755734400-1755820740@friendsanbg.org.au
SUMMARY:Dr Michael Mulvaney - ‘Gang-gangs: what have we discovered and how does that help better protect them’
DESCRIPTION:Michael\, a former Government ecologist\, will update eight years of citizen science research and cover new discoveries since 2022 into Gang-gang nesting ecology and behaviour.  \nAbstract \nMichael will provide an update of the eight years of citizen science research into Gang-gang nesting ecology and behaviour which is now nearing its conclusion. The talk will cover new discoveries since a 2022 presentation by Michael and Chris Davey. The talk will describe; \n\nwhere Gang-gangs are known to nest across Australia;\nwhat guides their selection of nest trees in the Canberra area;\nwhether Gang-gang pairs return to the same nest hollow\nwhat are the greatest threats to nesting chicks\nwhat are potential consequences of climate change; and\nwhat can be done to best protect nesting Gang-gang and their chicks\n\nBiography \nMichael Mulvaney is a former Government ecologist. Red Hill is the centre of Michael’s universe and he became involved in Gang-gang citizen research when a nest site was discovered on Red Hill in 2017 and he wanted to know how important this nesting site might be. Since then he has been a supervisor of many hundreds of fellow Gang-gang lovers across their south-eastern Australia range\, who between them have documented most of what is known about Gang-gang nesting ecology and diet.  \nBookings open on 18 July at https://www.trybooking.com/DANCU
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/dr-michael-mulvaney-gang-gangs-what-have-we-discovered-and-how-does-that-help-better-protect-them/
LOCATION:ACT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250817T084000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250817T103000
DTSTAMP:20260418T171220
CREATED:20250816T224000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T010106Z
UID:10001346-1755420000-1755426600@friendsanbg.org.au
SUMMARY:Cameras and Café Walk
DESCRIPTION:The next Friends of ANBG Photographic Group Cameras and Café Walk will be held on Sunday 17 August. Meet at the bus stop at 8.40 am. After introductions we head off\, either individually or in groups\, in search of beautiful images from around the Gardens. Participants regroup for a sociable gathering up at Pollen Cafe at around 10.30 am. \nAt least one member of the Friends of ANBG Photographic Group Committee will be there to get things started and be a source of advice when needed. All levels of photographic skill are welcome. It is a great opportunity to get to know other photographers and learn from each other. \nAs we approach the end of winter the wattles are stirring\, and fogs and frosts add to the atmosphere of the gardens.
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/cameras-and-caf-walk/
LOCATION:ACT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250816T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250816T113000
DTSTAMP:20260418T171220
CREATED:20250815T233000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T010106Z
UID:10001345-1755336600-1755343800@friendsanbg.org.au
SUMMARY:Black Mountain Summit Walk - 25th Anniversary
DESCRIPTION:Dear Friends\, \nWe hope you are keeping wonderfully warm in this wintery weather … Maybe a way to be warm is the 25th Anniversary of the Summit Walk. The Summit Walk is between the summit of Black Mountain and the Visitor Centre of the Australian National Botanic Gardens (ANBG)\, and was officially opened by the Chief Minister of the ACT\, the head of the ANBG\, and the Telstra representative; the organisations that cooperatively developed the walk. \nThe details of this 25th Anniversary Summit Walk are as follows … and feel free to send to your other friends and networks …  \nSummit Ramble Saturday 16 August 2025\,\n	9.30am (sharp) to 11:30am (approximately) \nThis year is the 25th Anniversary of the Summit Walk between the Summit of Black Mountain Nature Reserve to the Visitor Centre at the ANBG. This walk was a joint initiative between the ACT Government\, the Australian National Botanic Gardens (ANBG) and Telstra. \nDr Michael Doherty\, a local plant ecologist\, and ANBG Guides\, will talk about winter colour among the plants down the north-eastern slope from the Summit of Black Mountain to the ANBG Visitor Centre. Michael will talk about the interesting variety of mechanisms through which the local flora copes with fire and drought and he will also be pointing out the characteristics of the different eucalypts found along the way\, including some very old veteran scribbly gums with lumpy bumpy ‘elephants feet’!   \n** As we are walking down the track\, it may be a good idea to arrange with a friend to take you back to your car at the top. \nThe Summit Walk has steep sections\, so it is suitable for fit walkers (including children over the age of 12). \nMeet     at the Summit Terrace\, slightly up from the Tower on Black Mountain.\nBring    Friends\, water\, and snacks\, if you wish. \nWear    sturdy shoes\, hat\, and sun cream …and remember to dress for walk in winter weather if it is cold.\nBookings essential      Places are limited on these very popular rambles\, so please use the booking link to register for the walk \nBooking link: https://www.trybooking.com/DDCZO\n	It helps so that you can be contacted in case arrangements need to change (e.g. adverse weather). \nTickets are limited\, please notify us if you have booked but find you are unable to come\, by email to friendsofblackmountain@gmail.com or phone 0437 298 711 \nHappy walking\, \nLinda Beveridge\n	Convenor\, Friends of Black Mountain  \n 
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/black-mountain-summit-walk-25th-anniversary/
LOCATION:ACT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250814T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250814T133000
DTSTAMP:20260418T171220
CREATED:20250814T023000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T010106Z
UID:10001344-1755174600-1755178200@friendsanbg.org.au
SUMMARY:Dr Matt White and Anthony Hoffman - ‘Threatened ecological communities assessments’
DESCRIPTION:Matt and Anthony will discuss the progress and overall impacts from listing of ecological communities under national environment law over the past 25 years\, as well as recent unique examples such as the Empodisma peatlands of south-western WA\, the Karst springs of the Naracoorte Coastal Plain\, and the Drooping sheoak grassy woodland of the Eyre Peninsula. \nBookings open on 11 July at https://www.trybooking.com/DANCR \nAbstract\n	2025 is the 25th anniversary of the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act\, the national environment law which recognised threatened ecological communities as a specific ‘matter of national environmental significance’. This means they have the same level of protection as threatened species\, migratory species\, Ramsar wetlands and world and national heritage areas. Types of ecological communities that have been listed for national protection include forests\, woodlands\, shrublands\, grasslands\, wetlands\, marine and cave communities. These cover over 16 million hectares of native habitat across all states and territories of Australia. Threatened ecological communities may be protected and recovered across all land tenures\, not just conservation estate. Ecological community listings also allow for the protection of all plants\, animals and other organisms present in the community (including species not otherwise protected) and the key ecological processes critical to natural ecosystem function and services. In addition\, ecological communities have strong cultural significance for many Australians\, especially for First Nations\, land managers and local communities working to protect their local threatened bushland. Matt and Anthony will discuss the progress and overall impacts from listing of ecological communities under national environment law over the past 25 years\, as well as recent unique examples such as the Empodisma peatlands of south-western WA\, the Karst springs of the Naracoorte Coastal Plain\, and the Drooping sheoak grassy woodland of the Eyre Peninsula. \nBiography\n	Matt is Director and Anthony is a senior assessment officer within the Ecological Communities section of the Federal Department of Climate Change\, Energy\, the Environment and Water. For more than 15 years\, both have worked closely with the national Threatened Species Scientific Committee and many other experts to identify\, describe and conduct rigorous scientific assessments and write priority conservation actions for threatened ecological communities. Matt and Anthony have collectively contributed to the listing of\, and/or national conservation plans for\, all of the 104 ecological communities that are recognised at the national level for priority protection\, management and recovery. \nBookings open on 11 July at https://www.trybooking.com/DANCR
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/dr-matt-white-and-anthony-hoffman-threatened-ecological-communities-assessments/
LOCATION:ACT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250811T133000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250811T153000
DTSTAMP:20260418T171220
CREATED:20250811T033000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T010106Z
UID:10001343-1754919000-1754926200@friendsanbg.org.au
SUMMARY:Plant Recognition Group workshop - Getting to know local wattles
DESCRIPTION:PLANT RECOGNITION GROUP \nGetting to know local wattles\n	The next Plant Recognition Group workshop will focus on local native wattle trees and shrubs (family Mimosaceae) that flower during winter. Dr Suzette Searle (President Wattle Day Association Inc.) will host a presentation on the main identification features and will have selected samples on display. Binocular microscopes\, hand lenses and other aids for identification will be available for the workshop. \nWhen:  1:30 – 3.30 pm on Monday 11 August 2025\, with extra time for personal practice if you wish. \nWhere: Celia Rosser Room\, Banksia Centre\, ANBG \nBooking ESSENTIAL: Please send your name and phone number to plantname@friendsanbg.org.au   Seats are limited for this session\, so booking ahead is mandatory. \nPlease advise at least a day in advance if you need to cancel your booking\, so that a member on the waiting list can be offered the place.
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/plant-recognition-group-workshop-getting-to-know-local-wattles/
LOCATION:ACT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250811T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250817T140000
DTSTAMP:20260418T171220
CREATED:20250811T010000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T010106Z
UID:10001342-1754910000-1755439200@friendsanbg.org.au
SUMMARY:The Art of Living Together Guided Walks
DESCRIPTION:When plants and animals interact\, both participants may benefit\, one may benefit while the other is not affected\, or one may benefit while the other is harmed.  \nJoin a free one-hour guided walk to see some interesting examples of plants that interact with each other and plants that interact with insects\, birds and mammals\, and decide who gets the better deal from each of these interactions. \nWalks commence at 11am and 2pm each day. \nMeet at the clock near the ANBG bridge.  \nNo booking required for individuals\, but groups of more than six people should contact walks@friendsanbg.org.au a week before the planned walk.
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/the-art-of-living-together-guided-walks/
LOCATION:ACT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250811T000000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250811T235900
DTSTAMP:20260418T171220
CREATED:20250810T140000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T010106Z
UID:10001341-1754870400-1754956740@friendsanbg.org.au
SUMMARY:Plant Science Talk
DESCRIPTION:The next Plant Science talk will be on Monday 11th August at 10.30am. \nIf you are not already on the email list and wish to receive information on these talks please email plantscience@friendsanbg.org.au.
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/plant-science-talk/
LOCATION:ACT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250807T000000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250807T235900
DTSTAMP:20260418T171220
CREATED:20250806T140000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T010106Z
UID:10001340-1754524800-1754611140@friendsanbg.org.au
SUMMARY:Jed Pearson - ‘Beyond the Bill: Platypus\, Science & Waterway Conservation’
DESCRIPTION:Jed\, Waterwatch Coordinator with Molonglo Conservation Group\, will dive into the secret life of the platypus\, and how these monotreme marvels help us read the health of our freshwater ecosystems—and what we can do to protect them. \nAbstract \nMysterious\, elusive\, and utterly unique\, the platypus isn’t just an Aussie icon—it’s a living barometer for waterway health. As an indicator species\, their presence (or absence) tells us a lot about the state of our creeks and rivers. This talk dives into the secret life of the platypus\, the pressures they face\, and how their populations provide crucial insights for waterway managers. From pollution levels to habitat degradation\, discover how these monotreme marvels help us read the health of our freshwater ecosystems—and what we can do to protect them. \nBiography \nJed Pearson is the Waterwatch Coordinator for Molonglo Conservation Group\, leading water quality monitoring and platypus surveys in the Molonglo catchment. With a background in agriculture and ecological consulting\, he specialises in riparian restoration and waterway health. Jed is passionate about empowering communities to protect and restore local waterways. \nBookings open on 4 July at https://www.trybooking.com/DANCM
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/jed-pearson-beyond-the-bill-platypus-science-waterway-conservation/
LOCATION:ACT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250802T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250802T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T171220
CREATED:20250801T230000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T010106Z
UID:10001339-1754125200-1754136000@friendsanbg.org.au
SUMMARY:Black Mountain Weeding Work Party
DESCRIPTION:A big thank you\, to our work party volunteers who removed approximately 1250 woody weeds in a difficult area at our July work party. \nDetails of the next weeding work party (including the booking link) are below\, and we look forward to seeing you at our next weeding work party. \nDate: Saturday\,  2 August 2025 \, 9am to 12 noon\nMeet: at the electricity sub-station\, Frith Road\, Acton. \n	Bring:  water.   \nWear:  hat\, sunscreen\, long-sleeved shirt\, long pants\, gloves\, stout shoes. \nWe shall break for delicious morning tea at about 10:30am \nPlease book: if you are planning to come\, please let us know by using this \nbooking link: https://www.trybooking.com/CYPVK \nThis helps us to let you know if arrangements need to change at the last minute (for example\, adverse weather conditions). \nIf you need further information\, please contact Linda by phone 0437 298 711
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/black-mountain-weeding-work-party/
LOCATION:ACT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250731T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250731T133000
DTSTAMP:20260418T171220
CREATED:20250731T023000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T010106Z
UID:10001338-1753965000-1753968600@friendsanbg.org.au
SUMMARY:Dr Lucy Aplin 'Clever cockies - Innovation and adaptation in sulphur-crested cockatoos'
DESCRIPTION:Aplin and her team investigate cognition and culture in urban sulphur-crested cockatoos\, asking whether the spread of new innovations can facilitate adaptive behavioural responses to anthropogenic change.  \nBiography\n	Lucy Aplin is head of the Cognitive and Cultural Ecology Group\, and leads the Clever Cockies Research Project. She currently holds joint positions as SERI Professorial Fellow at the University of Zurich and Associate Professor at the Australian National University.\n	Previously\, Lucy was a Max Planck Research Research Group Leader at the Max Planck Institute for Animal Behaviour\, Junior Research Fellow at St John’s College\, University of Oxford. SHe studied for her PhD jointly at the Australian National University and the University of Oxford.  \nBookings open 4 July 2025 at https://www.trybooking.com/DDQUU \nBooking\n	Lunchtime talks are held at 12.30 pm every Thursday from February to November. Talks last for 1 hour. We welcome donations by gold coins\, notes\, or electronically. The Friends use donations received at each talk to support Gardens’ programs and development and we thank all those who have donated. \nUnless otherwise indicated\, talks are held in the ANBG Theatrette. \nIt is a good idea to reserve a seat at the talks that you wish to attend; talks may be booked out very quickly.  Bookings can be made from about 30 days in advance until the night before the talk or until seating limits are reached. \nBookings open 4 July 2025 at https://www.trybooking.com/DDQUU \nThe Friends of the ANBG thank the speakers who volunteer their time and talents to further the knowledge of all attending events in the Gardens. Many summaries or PowerPoint presentations of Thursday talks are available to Friends at the ANBG library. Please direct queries about the talks to the Thursday Talks Team: email talks@friendsanbg.org.au.
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/dr-lucy-aplin-clever-cockies-innovation-and-adaptation-in-sulphur-crested-cockatoos/
LOCATION:ACT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250725T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250725T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T171220
CREATED:20250725T000000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T010106Z
UID:10001337-1753437600-1753444800@friendsanbg.org.au
SUMMARY:Friends of ANBG Photographic Group Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The meeting\, which takes place in the Theatrette\, will feature a series of short presentations by members of the Photographic Group intended to encourage and inform participation by Group members in the Illuminate 2025 Annual Photographic Exhibition. The Exhibition takes place from Friday 21 November to Sunday 14 December 2025. \nThe meeting will also include our regular show and tell segment in which participants share their photographic works and the stories behind them.
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/friends-of-anbg-photographic-group-monthly-meeting/
LOCATION:ACT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250724T000000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250724T235900
DTSTAMP:20260418T171220
CREATED:20250723T140000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T010106Z
UID:10001336-1753315200-1753401540@friendsanbg.org.au
SUMMARY:Anke-Maria Hoefer - ‘Frog-tastic facts: Bringing local croakers into your mind (and into your garden)’
DESCRIPTION:Frogs are excellent indicators of waterway and wetland health\, but they are highly susceptible to environmental change. Anke-Maria\, ACT Frogwatch Coordinator\, will describe way to better manage\, improve and create frog-friendly habitats. Could we entice frogs into our gardens?  \nAbstract \nAnke-Maria coordinates the Frogwatch census every October. Frogs are highly susceptible to environmental change\, and their decline or loss is a major threat to biodiversity. Monitoring local frog populations and their habitat is vital as they serve as excellent indicators of waterway and wetland health because frogs are highly susceptible to environmental changes. It also creates a better understanding on how to best manage\, improve and create frog-friendly habitat in our increasingly urbanised landscape. Anke-Maria will introduce some of our local frogs and suggest ways we can entice them into our gardens.  \nBiography \nAnke-Maria trains volunteers in the art of frog surveys and runs school programs. As FrogWatch Coordinator she acts as the conduit between citizen scientists and scientists. \nBookings open on 27 June at https://www.trybooking.com/DAMGR
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/anke-maria-hoefer-frog-tastic-facts-bringing-local-croakers-into-your-mind-and-into-your-garden/
LOCATION:ACT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250717T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20250717T163000
DTSTAMP:20260418T171220
CREATED:20250717T040000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T010106Z
UID:10001335-1752760800-1752769800@friendsanbg.org.au
SUMMARY:Plant Recognition Group – Getting to know hop bushes (Dodonaea)
DESCRIPTION:The next Plant Recognition Group workshop will focus on the genus Dodonaea\, commonly known as hop bushes because their colourful fruits resemble those of hops. Dr Judy West will lead the workshop. Previously Executive Director of the ANBG and  head of the Australian National Herbarium\, Dr West is an expert on this genus.  Selected samples of Dodonaea\, binocular microscopes\, keys and other aids for identification will be available for the workshop. \nWhen: Thursday 17 July 2025 2.00-4.30pm; including extra time to practice if you wish. \nWhere: Celia Rosser Room\, Banksia Centre\, ANBG. \nBookings ESSENTIAL: Please send your name and phone number to plantname@friendsanbg.org.au   Seats are limited for this session\, so booking ahead is mandatory. \nPlease advise at least a day in advance if you need to cancel your booking\, so that a member on the waiting list can be offered the place.
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/plant-recognition-group-getting-to-know-hop-bushes-dodonaea/
LOCATION:ACT
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