Wed 2 Dec · 7pm
HOWLER, MELBOURNE · Brunswick
three nerdy talks on air traffic control and geology
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We’re cleared for take-off for the last Nerd Nite Melbourne show of 2026! There’ll be sky-high stories from Aussie air traffic control, a little treat for your brain (and a tiny existential crisis), and a trip through geology and history. Three nerdy talks, one final night out, and absolutely no guarantee of a smooth landing.
Jacob Steel
Sky Highways: Inside the High-Stakes World of Aussie ATC
Description: You're flying home from a bender weekend interstate. The hangover is in full swing, and you're getting closer and closer to your destination before the dreaded announcement rings over the loudspeaker: "We've been delayed by air traffic control." Who actually are these people, and why are they getting in the way of the pilot landing the plane—and you getting to your couch? The truth is, despite over 60 million passengers cruising through Australian skies every year, how we get from A to B is genuinely a mystery to most. Come along to grab a pint, clear your schedule for arrival, and learn the ins and outs of Australian Air Traffic Control from someone who, five years ago, didn't even know the job existed. It's going to be a high-flying 15 minutes. We promise a smooth landing, but no guarantees on your hangover.
Bio: Jacob is a late-in-life aviation nerd, a long-time Nerd Nite regular, and a man with zero public speaking experience. After over three years training and working as an Air Traffic Controller, he's quickly realised that absolutely no one has any idea what he actually…
Quick answers
When is NERD NITE #72?
Wed 2 Dec 2026, 7pm.
Where is it?
HOWLER, MELBOURNE, Brunswick, VIC.
How much are tickets?
From $15, as the source listed it when Keen last read the listing. The ticket page has the current price.
Is there an age limit?
Yes, it is 18 and over.
Where do I get tickets?
On moshtix.com.au. The button at the top of this page goes straight there.
How do I find out which of my mates are keen?
Tap "Ask your mates if they're keen" on this page. You get one link for the group chat, and your mates answer keen, maybe or can't in their browser, with no app and no sign-up. It is free.
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