Oxford vs Cambridge Golf, 15 November 2024

The annual golf match between Oxford and Cambridge was held at the Killara Golf Club on Friday 15 November.  The rain was unkind and the light failed, but both teams battled it out over 9 holes and had a great time.  Dinner at the Club followed, giving everyone the chance to relive their finest shots and revise their failures.

It was a tight contest, with three of the matches being decided on the last hole. The results were:

• Peter Buchen LOST to Lynne Pressley
• Jonathan Negus TIED with Phil Harris
• Laurie Scandrett BEAT Bob Gilchrist
• Richard Lyon BEAT Peter Abelson
• James Balfour BEAT Robert Laurie

Cambridge won 3 ½ to 1 ½.

Thank you to organisers, Oxford Captain Lynne Presley and Cambridge Captain James Balfour.

Oxford vs Cambridge Bowls Afternoon, 10 November 2024

A merry band of bowlers gathered at Diamond Bay Bowling Club but some friendly competition. No clue who won but a good time and great company was enjoyed by all.

'Antiquities in the Modern World: Navigating the Ethical Minefield' at the Chau Chak Wing Museum, Thursday 24 October 2024

Dr. Melanie Pitkin brings over 15 years of experience working in prestigious museums across Australia and the United Kingdom, including the Fitzwilliam Museum at the University of Cambridge. Her expertise spans Egyptology, museum studies, and cutting-edge interdisciplinary research on ancient Egyptian artifacts. Dr Pitkin gave a fascinating talk last night and had everyone captivated from start to finish, and the personal tour of the Egyptian galleries was a real highlight. It reminded us what an incredible resource the Chau Chak Wing Museum is, and I’m sure many first-time visitors will be inspired to return.

Thinking at Twilight: Artificial Intelligence with Helen Mayhew, McKinsey & Company, Wednesday 18 September 2024

Helen Mayhew from McKinsey spoke to the group on Artificial intelligence including Tomorrow's Workforce and How to Future Proof Your Career. An Exclusive Session for Cambridge Society of NSW members and fellow alum, this was exceptionally popular. Thank you to Simon Smith for hosting and Julie-Anne Bosich for the suggestion.

Freshers Drinks, 4 September 2024

Thanks to all the Freshers and recent grads for attending our gathering at Babylon Rooftop. Kindly hosted by committee members Kevin Yan and Zerxes Banaji.