Events

Bass is a beckoning force. It draws us in – pulling our bodies towards the music. Perceptible through to your very core, the vibrations are felt rather than heard, compelling us to move. 

A night of live performances curated by General Feelings Sound System – best known for their epic DIY dub sound system and forward-thinking line-ups – will transform the gallery into a collective beat. Expect the floors and walls to resonate with vibrational experiences. 

Live musical performances by JUPiTA and Melquiades accompanied by Sam Trolland’s kinetic projections, with more to be announced. In a world of static, follow the frequency to the gallery.

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Science Gallery Melbourne’s Friday Night Socials are free parties where you can explore the latest exhibition against a backdrop of immersive performance acts and live DJ sets. Food and drinks are available for purchase.

Focusing on interactive games, play and creative technologies, the DISTRACTION exhibition explores the ways we might harness the cacophony of digital content and find meaning within it.

Attending the in-person 2026 OPTIMA workshop, Optimisation for Health Solutions: Driving Efficiency and Quality Through Better Decisions, is essential for industry professionals and academics. This workshop brings together researchers, healthcare leaders, and industry innovators to explore how cutting-edge optimisation is transforming health systems and improving patient outcomes.

This event offers a unique opportunity to network, share knowledge, and stay ahead of the latest trends and technologies in healthcare optimisation.

This half-day workshop is tailored to our optimisation academics and industry guests. The session will showcase successful case studies and share advances in optimisation techniques to improve efficiency, resource allocation, and decision-making in health services.

Time: 1:30pm - 5.00pm (Main Event), 5.00pm - 6.00pm (Networking)

Organised by: OPTIMA

Program Highlights:

Opening presentation from leading voices in health and optimisation

Talks from industry and academia on practical applications and emerging research

Spotlight talks featuring Biarri, OPTIMA, and healthcare industry experts

Panel discussion on the future of optimisation in health

Networking session to connect with peers and explore collaboration opportunities

If you’re working in health, AI, optimisation, or simply passionate about smarter healthcare systems — this free event is one not to miss!