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SUMMARY:The Copilot AI Builders Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Bring your laptop. Learn and implement workflow and agent design. \nWhat jobs should you build an AI agent for? In this workshop we’ll map the workflow\, design and build working agents inside your own Microsoft Copilot Studio. \n\n\n\nDate\nWednesday 21 October 2026\n\n\nLocation\nClub Macquarie\, Argenton\n\n\nHosted by\nLake Macquarie Business\n\n\n\n\nWhat we’ll cover\n\nDesigning a workflow for AI: the work worth handing over\, the steps that stay yours\, and why skipping this is where most AI attempts stall.\nThe four-part brief that gets an agent built right instead of being slightly off every time you use it.\nThe data layer of an agent – and how to keep data safe.\nThe line between what an agent runs and what stays your call – so you lead the tools instead of chasing them.\nWhere your business sits on the AI adoption curve\, what good looks like in 2026 – and the one stage almost everyone gets stuck at.\n\n\n\nWalk out with\n\nA working agent built in your own Copilot studio.\nWorkflow design skills you can apply to repetitive workflows in your daily work.\nSafe AI and connecting agents to data.\nA clear picture of where AI can assist you every day – and where you stay in control.\n\n\n\n\n\nTo take part: bring your own laptop and an active Microsoft Copilot licence that lets you build agents in the Copilot app (Microsoft 365 Copilot Premium). You’ll build in your own business environment on the day. \n\n\n\n \n\n\nYour presenter – Kim Fernandez\nKim is the CEO of AI Collab and host of the AI Your Business Podcast. She has helped more than 250 Australian businesses put AI to work safely\, spoken to over 1\,000 people from stages around the country\, run workshops and designed AI for small businesses and consulted eight-figure businesses on AI governance\, roadmaps and team capability. Before AI Collab she spent years inside ASX-listed companies\, alongside the C-suites and boards running them. An NBN Innovation Awards finalist\, Kim builds the same agents and automations she’ll have you building in the room. \n\n\nRegister your interest now – Limited places available.\nGet your tickets \nCost\n\nMembers – $150\nNon-members – $200\n\nLake Macquarie Business wishes to thank Adept-IT Solutions for their support as a major sponsor of the Business to Business Expo AI Collab Workshop .  \n \n\n\nThe Business to Business Expo\nIf you are coming to the event\, why not attend the Business Expo at the same time for no additional cost. \nThe day includes two sessions. \nSession 1 – 7 am for 7.30 am start to 10 am\nSession 2 – 4.30 pm to 7 pm\nWe will run a program of practical 20-minute talks and will forward the schedule shortly. \nClub Macquarie will have light refreshments and meal options to purchase on the day. \nAre you interested in becoming a Sponsor? See v2 Lake Macquarie Business to Business Sponsorship Proposal for more information.
URL:https://www.lakemacbusiness.com.au/event/how-to-build-an-ai-agent-copilot-ai-builders-workshop/
LOCATION:Club Macquarie\, 458 Lake Rd\, Argenton\, NSW\, 2284\, Australia
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SUMMARY:Morisset Business Connect - October Breakfast Event
DESCRIPTION:Hi everyone\, \nWe are very excited to have you join us at our next Morisset Business Connect Breakfast! \n📅 Thursday\, 29 October 2026\n⏰ 7:30am – 9:00am\n📍 Bellbird Grove Cafe\,  79 Kings Road\, Cooranbong \n🎤 Guest Speaker: We are excited to welcome our speaker Robyn Ratcliff from Ultimate Outcomes.\n \n💲 $10 per person\nIncludes breakfast – drinks can be purchased. \nRSVP. Text Deb 0484 923 381 \nThis is a fantastic opportunity to connect with other local businesses\, build relationships\, share ideas\, and support our local business community in a relaxed and friendly environment. \nIf you would like to sponsor a lucky door prize\, please reach out – we would love your support. \nWe are also always open to venue suggestions for future events\, so feel free to send through any ideas. \nPlease feel free to invite other local business owners\, colleagues\, or team members. \nWe look forward to seeing you there! \nWarm regards\,\nDeb\, Bec & Naomi
URL:https://www.lakemacbusiness.com.au/event/morisset-connect-breakfast-october-2026-2/
LOCATION:Bellbird Grove Cafe\, 79 Kings Road\, Cooranbong\, NSW\, 2265\, Australia
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SUMMARY:Local Event - Lake Macquarie & Newcastle Suicide Prevention Network - An Afternoon on Lake Macquarie: Breathe. Connect. Recharge.
DESCRIPTION:An Afternoon on Lake Macquarie\nBreathe. Connect. Recharge. \nWhen: Saturday\, 21 November 2026\nWhere: Booragul Public Wharf\nWhat Time: 1.45pm to 4.15pm \nJoin The Suicide Prevention Network for a peaceful afternoon on the stunning waters of Lake Macquarie. \nConnect with others\, enjoy gentle conversation\, sip a warm drink\, and take time to unwind in a supportive and relaxing environment. \nLet the beauty of Lake Macquarie captivate you as we cruise along the foreshore\, weaving through tranquil bays and taking in views that stretch south toward the pristine waters of Swansea. While onboard\, indulge in a freshly prepared afternoon tea featuring a selection of pastries\, cakes\, sandwiches and grazing options. \nYour ticket includes: \n\nLucky door prizes\nAfternoon tea and a drink on arrival\nA two‑hour scenic cruise on beautiful Lake Macquarie\n\nPlease arrive at 1:45pm\, ready to depart at 2:00pm. \nPick‑up and drop‑off location: Booragul Public Wharf (behind Lake Mac Gallery)\, First Street\, Booragul. \n \n 
URL:https://www.lakemacbusiness.com.au/event/lake-macquarie-newcastle-suicide-prevention-network-breathe-connect-recharge/
LOCATION:Lake Macquarie & Newcastle Suicide Prevention Network\, 54 Ridley Street\, Charlestown\, New South Wales\, 2290\, Australia
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SUMMARY:Morisset Business Connect - November Breakfast Event - Final Event for 2026!
DESCRIPTION:Hi everyone\, \nWe are very excited to have you join us at our next Morisset Business Connect Breakfast – our final event for 2026! \n📅 Thursday\, 26 November 2026\n⏰ 7:30am – 9:00am\n📍 TO BE ANNOUNCED \n🎤 Guest Speaker: TO BE ANNOUNCED\n \n💲 $10 per person\nIncludes breakfast – drinks can be purchased. \nRSVP. Text Deb 0484 923 381 \nThis is a fantastic opportunity to connect with other local businesses\, build relationships\, share ideas\, and support our local business community in a relaxed and friendly environment. \nIf you would like to sponsor a lucky door prize\, please reach out – we would love your support. \nWe are also always open to venue suggestions for future events\, so feel free to send through any ideas. \nPlease feel free to invite other local business owners\, colleagues\, or team members. \nWe look forward to seeing you there! \nWarm regards\,\nDeb\, Bec & Naomi
URL:https://www.lakemacbusiness.com.au/event/morisset-connect-breakfast-november-2026-2-2/
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