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Our events program focuses on marketing our research, responding to current affairs, and has highlighted speakers from around the world. On this page, you’ll find a full listing of our past events. If you have any event suggestions or questions, please don’t hesitate to contact the team via email at events@cis.org.au.

September24
Senator Jonathon Duniam
Restoring Excellence in Australian Education: A Conversation with Senator Jonathon Duniam
CIS, Level 1, 131 Macquarie Street, Sydney, NSW 2000
12:30 pm – 2:00 pm AEST
Join Senator Jonathan Duniam for a conversation on restoring excellence in Australian schools through back-to-basics education reform.
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August26
Housing Policy with Chris Minns and Chris Bishop
InterContinental Sydney by IHG, 16 Phillip St, Sydney NSW 2000, Sydney, NSW 2000
5:30 pm – 7:00 pm AEST
Premier Chris Minns meets NZ Minister Chris Bishop: bold housing reforms from both sides of politics. Book now!
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August13
Political Upheaval: Why Nothing is Permanent
CIS, Level 1, 131 Macquarie Street, Sydney, NSW 2000
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm AEST
Please join us as Tom Switzer and Michael Stutchbury explore why “nothing is certain in politics” and how parties rise and fall through unexpected events.
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July24
Dharma Democracy: How India Built the Third World’s First Democracy
CIS, Level 1, 131 Macquarie Street, Sydney, NSW 2000
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm AEST
A book launch and conversation with author Salvatore Babones and Tom Switzer. Books are available for purchase with booking, and on the night.
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June18
The Science of Learning Revolution: Reflecting on Australian Classrooms
CIS, Level 1, 131 Macquarie Street, Sydney, NSW 2000
7:30 am – 9:00 am AEST
Join us for a discussion with Carl Hendrick & Simon Breakspear on how to turn education research into real impact in the classroom.
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April16
Has the US alliance distorted Australia’s defence plans?
CIS, Level 1, 131 Macquarie Street, Sydney, NSW 2000
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm AEST
Has the US alliance distorted Australia's defense plans? Join a discussion on its impact on strategy, force structure, and global tensions.
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