Content Marketing Sydney

Sydney SEO Collective - Will Wang (AI-First from Day One)

The Sydney SEO Collective is back for our July 2026 meetup — and this month we're stepping outside the search bubble to look at something bigger: what happens when you build an entire business around AI from day one. This month, we're thrilled to welcome Will Wang, Founder of Black Belt Consulting, to the stage. He'll be presenting: "AI-First from Day One: How We Built and Launched an $80K Online Business in 30 Days." This session is for anyone who wants to move past the AI hype and see what AI-first actually looks like in practice — the tools, the workflows, the mistakes, and the launch strategy behind a business that collected $76,979 in cash in its first month. Most businesses are trying to "add AI" to the way they already work. Will took the opposite approach and built natively around AI systems from the ground up. He'll unpack how the idea was validated, how the offer was shaped, and how AI was used across the build, marketing, sales, operations, and fulfilment. You'll walk away with a practical, behind-the-scenes look at building faster, leaner, and smarter in the AI era — and a clear sense of what actually mattered when it came time to launch. Will Wang is a growth marketer, copywriter, and entrepreneur based in Sydney. He built and sold a 7-figure marketing agency after helping more than 380 clients generate over $58 million in sales through direct response marketing, email outreach, and scalable growth systems. More recently, he launched an AI-first online business that generated $80,000 in its first month. Today, he helps business owners think sharper about offers, messaging, sales systems, and the new opportunities AI is creating for modern businesses. He's also a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt — which shapes how he thinks about business: focus, discipline, leverage, and constant improvement. [https://www.linkedin.com/in/willwangliveshere/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/willwangliveshere/) **Make sure to RSVP and grab your ticket!** **Keynote Presentation:** AI-First from Day One: How We Built and Launched an $80K Online Business in 30 Days **Sponsored By:** [Finder](https://www.finder.com.au/) [Prosperity Media](https://prosperitymedia.com.au/) **Location:** Finder AU Level 10, 99 York St, Sydney NSW 2000 **Hosts:** Regan McGregor - SEO Lead at [Airtasker](https://airtasker.com/) James Norquay - Founder at [Prosperity Media](https://prosperitymedia.com.au/) **Running sheet:** 6pm - 6.30pm - Arrive, Finder AU - Level 10, 99 York St, Sydney NSW 2000 6.30pm - Introduce SEO Collective, Speakers 6.30pm - 6. 45pm - SEO news, algorithm updates, SERP volatility 6.45 - 7.00pm - Intermission **7pm - 7.45pm - Keynote: Will Wang - AI-First from Day One** **7.45pm - 8pm - Q & A Session** 8.00pm - Networking **SEO Collective Organisers:** Regan McGregor - https://www.linkedin.com/in/regan-mcgregor/ James Norquay - https://www.linkedin.com/in/norquay/ Aaron Taylor - https://www.linkedin.com/in/aarontaylorseo/ Dejan Mladenovski - https://www.linkedin.com/in/dejan-m/ Nik Ranger - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nik-ranger-06086a27/ Peter Macinkovic - https://www.linkedin.com/in/inkovic/ Peter Mead - https://www.linkedin.com/in/petermeadseo/ Paula Glynn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/paula-glynn/ Sally Mills - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sally--mills/ **SEO Collective Background:** SEO Collective is an extension of the Melbourne SEO Meetup, which started when the Brisbane SEO group first met up at the Ship Inn, Brisbane Southbank, 7th Nov 2008. The feedback we've had is that the Collective events have been a great way to meet others in the industry in a relaxed environment and share some tips and hints on what you might know that can help them become a better web marketer or developer. It's about asking those tough questions and getting group consensus on what is the possible implications or complications on a particular method or technique you're thinking of using. We encourage a mix of business owners, web developers, affiliate marketers, SEM and SEO professionals as we all have small tips that will help you perform better online and play smarter. SEO Collective is just a relaxed and informal session on digital and web marketing, come along and meet others in your community no matter if you're a business owner, consultant, in-house or part of a larger agency. ## RSVP now to claim your free ticket!

AI on Tap | Sydney | Episode 7

**AI on Tap: Real AI. Real People. Real Beer.** **📍** Sydney’s monthly meetup for AI-curious marketers and business minds *Forget the hype. Let's talk AI over a drink.* ***Tired of AI hype and jargon? So are we.*** AI on Tap is a no-pressure hangout where business minds swap stories about what’s actually working with AI - and what’s not. No slides. No hard sell. No tech-bro vibes. Just real conversations, a bit of learning and a few cold drinks. ***What To Expect*** *Stories from the trenches* Hear from local leaders actually using AI – from streamlining operations to scaling sales. What’s working, what’s not, and what they’d do differently. *Ideas you can use tomorrow* Practical stuff you can immediately try in your own business – no fluff, just value. *People who get it* Like-minded professionals navigating the same AI questions and challenges. Share what you’ve tried, ask what you’re stuck on, and figure it out together. *Great beer and a relaxed vibe* El Loco serves up ice-cold beers alongside bold flavours. Grab a pint and settle in for an evening of laid-back, intelligent conversation. ***Who's It For?*** Whether you’re leading a team or just getting curious, if you want to understand AI’s real-world impact, you’re welcome here: * Business leaders trying to make sense of AI’s potential * Managers exploring tools to improve productivity * Founders and entrepreneurs experimenting with AI * Knowledge workers who want to stay relevant * Anyone interested in practical, human-first AI conversations *No technical background required - we speak human, not code.* ***Meet Your Hosts*** [Sean Pereira](https://www.linkedin.com/in/sean-pereira-/) \- Co\-Founder\, AI on Tap \| Co\-CEO\, [Hyperlytics](https://hyperlytics.digital/) ***Event Details*** 📅 **When:** Aug 6th, 5:30 PM onwards 📍 **Where:** El Loco at Slip Inn 🍺 **What to bring:** Just yourself (and maybe a mate) 💰 **Cost:** $ 25 🎯 **Format:** Expert panel + lightning tips + mingling + optional one-on-one chats with hosts ***Why We're Doing This*** We believe that businesses using AI will replace those that don’t – and the ones that thrive will be the ones that learn fast, adapt faster, and support each other along the way. **AI on Tap** is an initiative of **Proof to Production**, a community dedicated to helping business leaders share practical AI stories from the frontlines – no theory, just results. ***Ready to see what AI can really do for your business?*** Grab a pint and join the conversation. 👋 First-timers especially welcome!

Women Leading AI, Scaling Community (PAID)

**IMPORTANT:** Tickets are REQUIRED for entry to this event and MUST be purchased through Eventbrite. Tickets will be checked at the door and only those with purchased tickets will be admitted. **Get your tickets via Eventbrite!** https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/women-leading-ai-scaling-community-tickets-1986509165389? **About** **A high-impact evening exploring the Parallel Tracks of success: Mastering the shift to AI-driven discovery while scaling a defensible human community.** Building on the incredible energy of our previous Women in AI sell-out and our recent Breaking Barriers IWD Flagship, **Women in SEO & Digital Marketing (WiSDM)** is back to tackle the most significant shift in our industry. Join us at the **Expedia Group** office at **1 Martin Place** for an evening designed for leaders who refuse to choose between innovation and intuition. In an era where AI is rapidly commoditising content, your ability to integrate emerging tech while building a defensible human moat is what will make you irreplaceable. **Parallel Tracks for Mastering the Shift** Modern digital leadership requires a sync between two powerful forces. This evening is built around two distinct paths: * **Session 1 \| The Future of Discovery: AI Agents\, LLMs\, and the New Search Landscape\.** Beyond keywords and rankings. We explore the technical logic required to navigate the move from traditional search engines to AI-driven discovery engines. * **Session 2 \| The Human Moat: Why Community & Human Authority are the New Competitive Advantage\.** In an automated world, trust is the only asset that doesn’t scale. We dive into the strategy and heart required to build communities that serve as a brand’s ultimate defensible moat. **✨ Early Bird Tickets are Now Live! ✨** To reward our early movers, we are opening a **strictly limited release of 30 Early Bird tickets** starting today. Just like our IWD celebration, we expect these spots to go fast. **Secure your place at the best possible price before the general release.** **💌 Keeping the door open for the next generation.** At WiSDM, we believe our industry is at its best when the rooms are filled with a mix of established wisdom and fresh perspectives. This year, we’ve introduced new ways to ensure our high-level events remain accessible: * **Limited Emerging Talent Tier:** A specially priced ticket for students and recent graduates (with <2 years experience). Verification will be required and should you be deemed ineligible, you will be required to pay the full price. * **Gift a Ticket (Scholarship):** For professionals who want to pay it forward. Your purchase covers a scholarship seat. You can name a specific recipient in the order comments, or let WiSDM award the seat to a student or career-starter from our scholarship pool. *If you are genuinely experiencing financial hardship and these tiers are still out of reach, please reach out to us regarding our limited scholarship spots.* **Event Details** * **What:** Women Leading AI, Scaling Community * **When:** Thursday, August 13th, 2026 (5:30 PM - 9:00 PM) * **Where:** Expedia Group, 1 Martin Place, Sydney CBD * **Produced & Powered by:** Switch Key Digital * **Headline Partner:** WithFrontier * **Venue Sponsor:** Expedia Group **Meet Your Host & Our Inspiring Panellists** Your host and moderator for the evening will be **Georgia Tan,** Founder of WiSDM and Co-founder at Switch Key Digital. **Our inspiring panellists include:** * **Angela Shi** – Founder & CEO, Empathetic AI * **Despina Gavoyannis** – Senior SEO Specialist, Ahrefs * **Angela Kim** \- Head of Insights\, Reporting and Data Analytics & AI\, AIA * **Yana Belova** – Community Vertical Lead at Canva, TEDx speaker and author * **Nina Juhl** – Senior Manager (Curiosity), UNSW Founders * **Delia Deng** – Founding Head of Growth at Atrium, Forbes 30 under 30 and ex-TikTok, YouTube * **Georgia Marshall** \- Founder\, Humans For Good & Flock and Senior Community Lead\, HCF Australia *More high-impact speakers and industry leaders to be revealed shortly! Stay tuned for our first announcement.* **Who Should Attend** This event is designed for everyone who supports the WiSDM mission: * **Marketing Leaders** looking to integrate LLMs and AI into their strategic workflows. * **Community Builders** focused on scaling high-touch, high-value human networks. * **Innovators** eager to explore how these parallel tracks intersect to drive sustainable growth. * **Allies and supporters** passionate about connecting with and learning from a vibrant community dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment in the digital space. **Important Information** *Photography & Video: By attending this event, you consent to being photographed or video-recorded, as we'll be capturing the evening's highlights for our community and promotional purposes. If you would prefer not to be in our photos or videos, let a member of our team know and we'll be happy to accommodate your request.* *1\. Any changes to the core program will be communicated on the event page and via email\.* *2\. While the date and location are confirmed\, The Organiser reserves the right to change the date\, time\, or venue due to unforeseen circumstances or reasons beyond our reasonable control\. In the event of a change\, all ticket purchasers will be notified immediately via email and offered a full refund if the new details are unsuitable\.* **We can’t wait to see you at Martin Place for a night of innovation, connection and growth!** 💜🧡💚

Learn to Brew Coffee!

Anyone can brew delicious coffee! Especially after you come to this event :) This is the final episode of Sydney Coffee Educational Series and you don’t have to be an expert to attend. This is a beginner-friendly, shy-about-brewing-friendly, I-wanna-ask-your-opinion-on-what-equipment-to-buy-friendly and I-just-wanna-watch-friendly event. If you have a home filter setup that you want to troubleshoot bring it along!

Sydney Singles Relational Lab — Facilitated Connection Experience

# Tired of dating apps culture and surface-level? This is different. And people often leave surprised by how quickly strangers can feel human, warm, honest, and real again. Free to RSVP, 👉 $59 to confirm your spot [https://consciousconnectionsclub.com/stayconnected](https://consciousconnectionsclub.com/join) Relational Labs is a guided connection experience for singles who want more honest, playful, emotionally intelligent interaction — without performance, pressure, or endless small talk. This is not speed dating. Not networking. Not “pitch yourself to strangers.” It’s a facilitated relational container rooted in psychology, emotional intelligence, attachment work, social dynamics, nervous system awareness, and real-world human connection — made practical enough that you can actually live it instead of reading another 50 books about it. ## What happens • A 2-hour guided online relational experience • Real-time connection exercises designed to create authentic interaction • A format that adapts in real time to whoever is present • Optional participant-led in-person continuation afterward • WhatsApp connection thread after the session ## This may be for you if: • You’re tired of shallow or repetitive social spaces • You want deeper connection without forced intimacy • You enjoy personal growth, psychology, communication, or relational work • You’re open to meeting people in a more intentional way ## Important This experience runs with whoever is present and takes its own shape each time. Sometimes expansive. Sometimes intimate. Both are the real thing.

Ryde Voice ❤️ Awesome Networking Meetup @ West Ryde Hotel

Ryde Voice ❤️ is our legendary Neighborhood & Business Community. We aim to bring local residents, businesses and lovers of Ryde together to make new connections, new friends and build a strong supportive network. **[To learn more, join our Facebook Group here!](https://www.facebook.com/groups/rydevoice)** #MacquriePark #Eastwood #WestRyde #Denistone #Meadowbank #Ryde Our Networking Meetups are fun, social, and casual. A great opportunity to meet and catch up for lunch and more with great locals. This is FREE from us, and please make sure to purchase food and drinks to support our hosts at West Ryde Hotel Your guests are most welcome too! The more the merrier. This event is hosted by Lassie & Edward Zia. **[Learn more about their events + support their work here! ❤️🤛](https://linktr.ee/edwardzia)**

Claude Certified Consultants: Coffee Catch Up

Thursdays hit different with coffee and good company. Whether you're Claude Certified or still working towards it, pull up a chair, bring your questions or your latest build, and let's talk shop over a brew. You can learn more about us by visiting [https://code.sydney/](https://code.sydney/) and [https://vibecamp.au/](https://vibecamp.au/)

🍜Asian Background Social: Lounge Asia Sydney (Easy English) 6pm

🌏 Make new international friends in Sydney. Come alone, practise your English, and enjoy a relaxed social night. 😊 A friendly meetup for networking, language exchange, and real conversation. **Why People Love Lounge Asia** 🍜 **Asian-focused** event 🤝 Many guests come alone 💬 No need for perfect English 🌏 No games or forced introductions — just enjoy the conversation ━━━━━━━━━━ **How to Join** 1️⃣ Tap "RSVP" on this page (1 ticket per attendee) 2️⃣ Show your Meetup QR code at reception 3️⃣ Collect your name tag and start meeting people ✅ Early RSVP is free ✅ RSVPs made within 24 hours of the event start time are $5 ✅ Limited capacity — please RSVP early Early RSVP is the best way to save your spot and join for free. Many people attend alone, so don't worry if it's your first time. ━━━━━━━━━━ ⚠️ IMPORTANT: TONIGHT’S RULES ⚠️ 🎟️ A VALID TICKET IS REQUIRED, BUT ENTRY IS SUBJECT TO HOST APPROVAL One ticket per guest. Guests on the waitlist cannot enter. A ticket does not guarantee entry. If entry is refused, you will receive a full refund. Please DM Michael, the main Lounge Asia organiser. Local hosts are not responsible for refunds. 🪑 SIT IF EMPTY Please take a seat if you see one to help create more space. 📧 SHOW SCREEN AT DOOR Have your confirmation profile/tickets ready for Chris & Kev. NO WALK-INS. THANK YOU! ━━━━━━━━━━ **How to Find Us** 📍 Venue Harts Pub 176 Cumberland Street, The Rocks, NSW 2000 ⏰ Time Saturday from 6:00pm – 9:00pm 🚶 Getting There 5 min walk from Circular Quay Station. 8 min walk from Wynyard Station. Easy to drop by after exploring The Rocks. Our Lounge Asia organisers will be there to welcome you 😊 ━━━━━━━━━━ 🍺 Please Support the Venue This event is free or low-cost because the venue supports our community. Please purchase at least one drink during the event. Your support helps us keep organising events at great venues. ━━━━━━━━━━ 💚 Please Be Respectful Lounge Asia is a friendly social event where everyone should feel comfortable and welcome. 🚫 This is NOT a pickup or dating event. Any anti-social behaviour or those who make others uncomfortable WILL BE removed immediately. 🚫 Any harassment, unwanted attention, MLM / crypto / religious recruitment, or anything that makes others uncomfortable. Organisers reserve the right to refuse entry or ask anyone to leave. 🪪 A valid government-issued photo ID is strictly required for entry. No photo ID, no entry. Driver's licences must be issued by the government of the country where the event is held. 📸 Photos and short videos may be taken for community and promotional purposes. If you prefer not to appear, please let an organiser know when you arrive. ━━━━━━━━━━ Lounge Asia is already growing in Australia and is now expanding across Asia — Japan, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Singapore. Our goal is simple: More friendship, more understanding, and more genuine connections across cultures. 📱 Instagram: @_lounge_asia 🎥 Watch Event Video: [\[WATCH EVENT VIDEO\]](https://youtu.be/tNak_cu9CXw?si=xiObPWs86vc93N18) 🎁 BECOME A FOUNDING MEMBER (VIP) We are building an official app to connect our community safely! Join the VIP list for early access and priority invites to special parties. 👉 [\[Join the VIP List here\]](https://forms.gle/T2KukvgEiGWEz3VR9) ━━━━━━━━━━ 🌏 Come say hi! Hey, come hang out! 来一起玩吧！ 一起來聊天吧！ 気軽に遊びに来てね！ 편하게 놀러 와요! มาเจอกันนะ! Tới chơi nha! Tara, sali ka na! Yuk, gabung! Хамтдаа цуглацгаая! Komm einfach vorbei! Jom join kita! See you at Lounge Asia!

Inner West Writers Group - Write Club

Sat 1 August is an in-person event at the Library, starting at 10am. This group started in January 2020 in a beautiful private room granted by Marrickville Library. We have continued to meet in person fortnightly at the Library, with alternate weeks via Zoom. To keep up to date - sign up and receive our messages! The group is flourishing! You will need to RSVP each week for the following Saturday so we can organise the right number of Zoom rooms and Library space to ensure good quality feedback. RSVP's will receive the link. The intention is to give a supportive environment to get traction on your writing project, gain useful feedback, and exchange writing and publishing information with each other. Please note that if you are attending for the first time - you are welcome to observe and listen to how we work. Your turn to read and be critiqued will be invited in the second session. So come along, bring up to 1500 words of your latest writing - fiction writers of all types, memoirists, biographers, graphic novelists, bloggists, poets - all writers welcome. You will have up to eight minutes to read out your work, an equal time of constructive critique and feedback from the rest of the group. If you want a tribe of fellow writers to be with you as you finish your writing project, build your author profile, want to get inspired by other writers, or want to just listen and give constructive feedback (we all need beta readers), you are very welcome. This is a free event, but membership is essential in wider to attend. Many thanks to Marrickville Library! For more information, contact Maria, mariaissaris@icloud.com, or Jamie Ramjan (jamie.ramjan@gmail.com) or Sunnie Mosphilis via DM.

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BEST $25 CHOCOLATE TOUR - Get $25 worth of Chocolates so REALLY it's a FREE TOUR

**Limited-Time-Offer:** Indulge in Our Scrumptious Chocolate Tour for just $25! - IT IS the BEST $25 CHOCOLATE TOUR (Previously $35) because you taste or take home $25 worth of Chocolates, so **REALLY it's like a FREE TOUR!** Prepay Now! **Discover Sydney's Only Chocolate Tasting Tour**: 7 delicious stops, 15 indulgent tastings, and heaps of free treats! Yes, it's real - plus, take home plenty of goodies. **Exclusive Extras!:** Just arrived, Swan Valley Chocolates! - Exquisite Melba Chocolates - Charley's Chocolate Factory & Yarra Valley's Chocolate Mill, best Belgian flavours. **Explore Sydney's** finest chocolate shops on an unforgettable day out, featuring smooth, flowing chocolate tastings from around the world. **What's Included:** 1\. A ***unique guided tour***—there’s nothing like this in Sydney! 2\. Chocolate tastings at 7 top chocolate shops\, featuring ***Belgian, Greek, Australian, German, French, Swiss, Italian***, and artisan chocolates. 3. ***Exclusive chocolates*** unique to Australia at brand-new venues 4\. Take home or taste over $25 worth of chocolates—***plus extra freebies!*** Yummy!! 5\. Discover the ***rich history*** behind each type of chocolate—learn about its origins, how it’s made, and the story of Australian chocolate. 6\. Visit a ***stunning, newly opened chocolate shop***—a sweet surprise awaits. 7. ***Perfect for special occasions:*** birthdays, anniversaries, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, team-building events, or just because! Treat yourself and your loved ones to Sydney’s sweetest adventure. 8\. Savour more chocolate than $25 could ever buy\, ***thanks to our exclusive partnerships*.** **START TIME:** 1pm sharp! Please be 10 minutes early, meet others. 15 people limit. **MEETING POINT:** Outside Haigh's Chocolate Shop Entrance - QVB Town Hall End. **RAIN or SHINE:** Tour is never cancelled, we are mostly inside. **PRICE PRE PAY:** $25 **PAYMENT OPTION 1:** Account Name: events 4 singles. BSB: 112879 - Account Number: 499253356 **PAYMENT OPTION 2:** PAY ID to George Palasty 0435801602 **CONTACT:** George on 0435 801 602 call or text.

Umbraco Sydney Meetup - August 2026

Sydney Umbraco meetups happen every 3 months, around the 1st Thursday, running alternately with the [Melbourne](https://www.meetup.com/en-au/australian-umbraco-meetups/) and [Brisbane](https://www.meetup.com/buug-brisbane-umbraco-unicorns-group/) Meetups.