# Event Details - **Event Name**: Vodka in a Vegemite Jar - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 27 Aug, 2026 at 12:30 pm – Thu, 27 Aug, 2026 at 01:30 pm (+10:00) - **Event Description**: An Aussie and a Russian walk into a bar...About this EventVodka in a Vegemite Jar with Trevor HamleyAn Australian on a Soviet Antarctic ExpeditionTrevor Hamley's tale is equal parts adventure and camaraderie, and begins in 1983 when he joined Vladamir Papitashvili, a Sovet Trek leader, on a journey across the Antarctic ice to Dome C, near the South Geomagnetic Pole, some 1,500km away - a return distance roughly the same as Sydney to Perth, albeit much, much colder. And less chance of a decent coffee along the way. If you prefer your measurements in fruit, that's approximately 15 to 16.7 million bananas laid end-to-end.On this epic trek memories were most certainly made. But here's the thing about grand adventures: it's rarely the destination that sticks with you, it's the things that go spectacularly wrong along the way. And in Trevor's case, there were plenty.Mechanical equipment gave up. Like a bad-tempered mule.A tractor caught fire and had to be abandoned.Scientific gear followed suit. (See above, re: no mechanics.)An appendectomy was performed 1,000 kilometres from the nearest permanent station, the sort of thing that concentrates the mind wonderfully.This isn't a catalogue of near-disasters, it is a tale that delves into the intricacies of challenging human experiences, Soviet culture, language and history, cross-cultural friendship, Glaciology and the profound issue of our time, Climate Change.For anyone who's ever wondered what it's like to stand at the bottom of the world and realise you're not alone.🎟️ Free for SMSA Members | $10 for friends and non-members - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sydney/vodka-in-a-vegemite-jar/100001983236207885 - **Event Categories**: trips-adventures, trekking - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 1 hour - Location: Sydney Mechanics' School of Arts - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 11.9, currency: AUD ## Event venue details - **city**: Sydney - **state**: NS - **country**: Australia - **location**: Sydney Mechanics' School of Arts - **lat**: -33.8743036 - **long**: 151.2081952 - **full address**: Sydney Mechanics' School of Arts, Henry Carmichael Theatre, Sydney, Australia ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Vodka in a Vegemite Jar - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/97b667f44db393419b40235862e9ea3611c7bb634d2762902ed833f464b1bd62-rimg-w1200-h600-dc648abe-gmir.jpg?v=1772862434 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Vodka in a Vegemite Jar being held? - **A:** Vodka in a Vegemite Jar takes place on Thu, 27 Aug, 2026 at 12:30 pm to Thu, 27 Aug, 2026 at 01:30 pm at Sydney Mechanics' School of Arts, Henry Carmichael Theatre, Sydney, Australia. - **Q**: Who is organizing Vodka in a Vegemite Jar? - **A:** Vodka in a Vegemite Jar is organized by Sydney Mechanics' School of Arts (SMSA). - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Vodka in a Vegemite Jar is ideal for comedy fans, stand-up enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a dedicated session of curated laughs, professional acts, and sharp wit from seasoned performers. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Sydney, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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