Date and time: Wednesday 17 September 2025, 5.30pm - 8.30pm AEST 
Topic: aes25 First Night Supper
Location: Verity Lane Market (main floor) 50 Northbourne Ave, Canberra, ACT
Hosts: AES Canberra Regional Committee 
Register online by: Monday 15 September 2025

Event Description: 

The Canberra Regional Committee welcomes all aes25 attendees to a casual networking and dining experience on the Wednesday evening of the conference. Come along (indoors!) for some good food and more conversation in one of Canberra's most popular venues. We particularly welcome those attending the conference alone, or those who are part of a small group - or come and connect before kicking on with friends new and old elsewhere!

We have two sittings booked: 5.30pm and 6.30pm (after the AGM). Please indicate your preferred arrival time so we can advise numbers in advance. After the AGM, a representative of the Canberra Region Committee will lead those heading from the Conference venue to Verity Lane (approx 1km/15 min walk).

Verity Lane Market is a 'food hall' style venue, with multiple vendors to accomodate a variety of tastes and dietary preferences. There is also a bar, which also has a curated list of mocktails and other non-alcoholic options. Costs for mains range from $15-$25, depending on vendor.

Please RSVP so we can advise venue of expected numbers.

This free event has been organised by the AES Canberra Regional Network & friends who are excited to catch up with members and welcome evaluation friends to aes25! The committee is excited to showcase Canberra to all delegates. Our seminar series provides an opportunity for you to meet with AES members and others in the evaluation community and to share and learn from the experiences of fellow evaluators.