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Welcome to the October 2006 edition of aliaNEWS, this issue updates you on industry events, publications and professional development, both in ALIA and the LIS sector.

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ALIA General Meeting 30 November 2006, Sydney


The Association will hold a General Meeting to consider the proposed changes to ALIA's governance on Thursday 30 November, at 5:30pm in the John Niland Scientia Building, University of NSW, Sydney. The official Notice of Meeting is provided to members on page 31 of the November issue of inCite, and is available on ALIAnet at http://www.alia.org.au/governance/meetings/. Members unable to attend but wishing to vote should consider a proxy. These must be in the form set out in the ALIA constitution (item 8.2) and be in the hands of the Executive Director by 5:00pm on 28 November 2006.

http://www.alia.org.au/governance/meetings/

New ALIA group: ACT OPALs


We welcome to the ALIA group fold a new OPAL group in ACT. The ACT OPALs will provide a formalised network between members operating as either the sole professional (or with up to three staff in their work unit) providing library or information services within the ACT. Interested in this group or finding out more? Then check out their group page.

http://www.alia.org.au/groups/opalsact/

And a dissolved group


It's with heavy hearts we officially say goodbye to RAIS SA (Reference and Information Services SA). The last committee finally decided it was time to dissolve and we say 'thanks for all their hard work' to Jon Dyer (Convenor), Jessica Raeburn (Secretary) and Chris Moore (Treasurer). For group support, contact Robyn Ellard, Groups Liaison Officer. robyn.ellard@alia.org.au

New Librarians' Symposium 2006


pic With less than two months until the ALIA New Librarians' Symposium 2006, we're sure that you've been busy planning your trip. See the website for some of the tools that might help you. Accommodation we've sourced a range of accommodation for NLS2006, from onsite student digs (the coolest place to be, some of our committee members will be staying there) to upmarket CBD hotels. Rather stay by the beach? We've got that too. Take your pick.

http://conferences.alia.org.au/newlibrarian2006/accommodation.php

NLS2006 competition winner


The lucky winner of the UTS Tips and Tricks competition was Nora Martin, who submitted the following item to the judges. 'Share the conference programme ahead of time with staff of your organisation/library. Give them a list of sessions, workshop and any demonstrations you plan to attend. Provide the URL of the conference web site so they can see the depth and breadth of what the conference has on offer. Be prepared to explain the relevance of the information and solutions, as well as how much this training will cost. Pick up handouts whenever offered. Further, take notes at conference sessions, so that you can share your experiences with your colleagues when you return.'

http://conferences.alia.org.au/newlibrarian2006/accommodation.php

NLS3 offers resume service


Looking for a new job, but have any doubts about writing a winning resume? NLS2006 is once again offering a resume review service, designed to spice up your resume so it can't be ignored! You can have your resume reviewed and critiqued by one of a panel of managers from leading library job agencies and academic, public and special libraries.

http://conferences.alia.org.au/newlibrarian2006/resume.php

Information Online 2007 Early bird closes 10 November!


pic Registrations are open for Information Online 2007. Register before 10 November for early bird savings! Information Online 2007 to be held at Darling Harbour in Sydney from 30th January to 1st February 2007 is shaping up as an event that should not be missed.

http://www.information-online.com.au/

Manning Clark House National Cultural Awards 2006


pic Manning Clark House invites applications/nominations for its 2006 Awards for an outstanding contribution to the quality of Australian cultural life during the period 1 November 2005 to 31 October 2006. 'Culture' is interpreted in the widest sense to cover an innovative project or achievement that has enriched the Australian community. There are two categories in these awards: Individual and Group/collective. Closing date is 13 November 2006. Applications/nominations should not exceed 2 pages. Download application/nomination form from the Manning Clark House website. For more information contact the Director, Manning Clark House, on 02 6295 9433.

http://www.manningclark.org.au/

Rent a car with Europcar and obtain your ALIA benefits


pic Take advantage of this special car rental deal! Now extended until 31 December 2006. You can choose between two EXTRA SPECIAL deals: Deal 1 - Discounted Car Rental Rates; Deal 2 - Great Rates and Reduced Insurance Liability. Available only when renting with Europcar in Australia until 31st December 2006. To obtain the Deal codes, and make a booking call Member Advantage on 1300 853 352 or visit online.

http://www.alia.org.au/membership.benefits/affinity.html

Why are we still using hardcopy?


My name is Katrina Hughes, and I am a librarian in Sydney. I will be presenting a paper 'Why are we still using hardcopy?', at Information Online 2007. I am surveying the use of hardcopy instead of electronic versions of documents. I would appreciate it if you could take time to participate in the survey, which closes 31 October.

http://www.kaconsult.com/library

River of Opportunities, 11 - 12 November 2006


pic The 4th River of Opportunities weekend workshop will be held from 11-12 November 2006 in Albury, NSW. It is organised by the ALIA Library Technicians groups of NSW and Victoria. The program includes Sue Hutley, ALIA Executive Director, Roxanne Missingham, Parliamentary Librarian (and also ALIA Vice-president) and presentations about libraries and literacy and learning, services for vision impaired people, digital tools and, international perspectives. The program and registration form are available online.

http://www.alia.org.au/events/moreinfo.html?1582

Library technology product reviews


As you might know, Library Technology NOW is a website created to provide library technology product reviews to the library community. Library reviews written for library people by library people. Please check out the website at http://www.librarytechnologynow.org/. As we head into the third year of the project, we are seeking to build a strategic plan to carry us through the next five years. So we are conducting a needs assessment survey to determine what direction to take the project. Please take a few minutes to fill out the survey at the link below.

http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.asp?u=285932477313

Web accessibility workshops


Vision Australia is running a web and online accessibility workshop in Canberra on 14 November 2006. This one-day workshop will provide an overview of accessibility issues and how to address them. It will explore the issues confronting users with particular needs, including people with disabilities and older people. Workshop participants will be able to see and hear how different sites appear to people using assistive technology. Vision Australia offers these workshops around Australia. For more information on the Canberra workshop and the program of future workshops visit online.

http://www.visionaustralia.org.au

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