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aliaNEWS: October 2008
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inCite theme for December 2008: Reference

Contribute to your member magazine! December's feature topic is 'Reference'. Contributions on this theme or on other issues relating to library and information services are welcome. High resolution images are also encouraged. Send your articles by 31 October to incite@alia.org.au

http://www.alia.org.au/publishing/incite/

Have you renewed your ALIA membership?

This year, ALIA emailed renewal notices to most of our members – have you received yours? If not, please let us know by contacting us on 1800 020 071 or email membership@alia.org.au. ALIA membership payments are due now and you can pay your ALIA membership fee via B-pay, cheque or credit card. Direct debit payment is also available for full or reduced fee paying members. Thinking about joining ALIA? See the website for information.

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

How can ALIA better service its members?

In October 2008, ALIA will provide all members with an opportunity to give their views on ALIA’s services through a Member Survey. Developed in conjunction with Insync Surveys, information gathered from your feedback will enable the board to make strategic decisions on services that support all members. By having your say in the future directions of ALIA, you will also be in the running to win a $500 prize. Members will receive their surveys via email or the post. For more information, contact Robyn Ellard, Assistant Director: Member Services on 1800 020 071 or email robyn.ellard@alia.org.au.

AARL editor: call for expressions of interest

Applications are sought for the position of editor of the Australian Academic & Research Libraries (AARL). The editor will be responsible for ensuring that the journal is produced within set time frames, and will primarily be responsible for editorial content. An honorarium will be negotiated with the successful applicant. This position is for 12 months. Closing date is 10 October 2008. Applicants should address the selection criteria which are available on the ALIA website:

http://www.alia.org.au/publishing/aarl/

AARL Editorial Board: call for expressions of interest for new Board members

ALIA is seeking expressions of interest from ALIA members who wish to take an active role as part of the Australian Academic & Research Libraries (AARL) Editorial Board. Editorial Board members will be involved in the overall policy and development of the journal, including determining the broad character of particular journal issues, assisting in the peer review process, and contributing ideas, themes and possible authors. Closing date is 10 October 2008. Further information is available on the ALIA website:

http://www.alia.org.au/publishing/aarl/

Cultural Acquisitions Seminar: Where from and what for?

The ALIA Acquisitions Group invites you to register for a one-day seminar on Friday 17 October at the National Archives of Australia, Canberra. Artefacts are those three dimensional things that are the backbone of history. But will they continue to be important and will their collection, housing and preservation continue to be regarded as a benefit? What should we be collecting? Is a digital equivalent the same as the real thing? Postal registrations close on Thursday 9 October 2008.

http://www.alia.org.au/groups/acqnat/acquisitions/2008/

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4th ALIA New Librarians Symposium: 5-6 December 2008

NLS4 will be held from 5-6 December 2008 at CQ Functions in Melbourne. The theme ‘breaking barriers’ will provide emerging professionals with opportunities to explore how these barriers can broken. Check out the fabulous PD day and conference program on the website.

http://conferences.alia.org.au/newlibrarian2008/

ALIA Information Online registrations now open!

pic ALIA Information Online 2009 will be held at Darling Harbour in Sydney from 20-22 January 2009. The Organising Committee has organised an exciting program with speakers coming from around the globe on a range of topics.

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

Registration grant to attend ALIA Information Online 2009

The invitation is for full registration to ALIA Information Online 2009 for an Australian-based attendee. Are you eligible? What do you have to do? Check it out on the website and be sure to apply before 17 October 2008.

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

RAILS5 and ALIA announce the availability of 2 scholarships for January 2009

Thanks to ALIA, RAILS5 is offering two $1500 scholarships to assist with travel and accommodation expenses. One scholarship will be awarded to the best either a recently-appointed academic or postgraduate student in LIS or a related field. The other will be awarded to an early career information professional. In both cases, acceptance of a refereed paper for presentation would be a prerequisite for eligibility.

http://www.communication.uts.edu.au/conferences/rails/

New ALIA e-list: aliaLIBSYSTEMS

The aim of this e-list is to provide communication among Australia-based library professionals who are involved in library systems management and/or employing technology to support library services and products. Some of the e-list topics include but should not limit discussions to: new generation library catalogues, web design relevant for library content, use of reference management system, electronic resources system, openURL resolver, use of open source software in libraries and so on. To subscribe to aliaLIBSYSTEMS go to:

http://lists.alia.org.au/mailman/listinfo/aliaLIBSYSTEMS/

Announcing the reformation of the ALIA Hunter Group

ALIA is proud to announce the reformation of the ALIA Hunter Group, disbanded in 2005. The group promotes professional development and provides a social network for library-minded folk in the Newcastle, Central Coast and Hunter area. It meets monthly to organise events, discuss library-related topics, and support our colleagues in their professional endeavours. For more information and contact details, please visit the ALIA Hunter webpage.

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

Australian Library Journal (ALJ): August issue on information literacy

The August issue of the Australian Library Journal focuses on Community and Workplace Information Literacy. It was guest edited by Helen Partridge of QUT and sponsored by ALIA Pathways (formerly Information Literacy Forum). To subscribe to ALJ and get your own copy of the IL special issue, go to:

http://www.alia.org.au/publishing/subscriptions.html

Australian Academic & Research Libraries (AARL): September issue out now

The September issue of AARL is out now! The issue includes some papers from RAILS4 by Geoff Fellows et al, Bruce Munro and Peter Philps, as well as papers by Mary Simons, Liz Burke et al and Alan Butters. To subscribe to AARL and get your own copy, go to:

http://www.alia.org.au/publishing/subscriptions.html

Cybersmart guide for families now reprinted due to demand

The Cybersmart guide for families has been reprinted and all back orders are currently being filled, and they are well placed for future orders. Resources available from the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) include Cybersmart guide for library staff, Cybersmart guide for families, poster, and four downloadable videos. The ACMA program is designed to assist library staff in promoting safe and positive internet experiences in public libraries, particularly for children.

http://www.acma.gov.au/libraries

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Summer Reading Club: 1 December 2008–15 February 2009

The Summer Reading Club (SRC) encourages young people in reading, writing, sharing books and other fun, and engaging in literature-based activities in their local library over the summer period. Visit the website and register for the 2009 SRC program and be kept up-to-date with all the latest news! Struggling for inspiration or have loads of ideas to share? Visit the SRC planning wiki http://www.alia.org.au/src/wiki/
The 2009 website will be launched soon but you have the opportunity to get a sneak peak by clicking on the below link!

http://www.alia.org.au/src/2009/(Adobe Flash Player required - Download Flash)

ALIA's Professional Development Scheme

Participation in ALIA's professional development (PD) scheme is open to personal 'Associate' and 'Library technician' members. Members registered in the PD Scheme can now claim 20 points for their recent attendance at the Biennial Conference in Alice Springs. With your conference claim as well as an additional 10 points for professional reading, you will have enough to satisfy the minimum requirement of 30 points for the PD year July 2008 – June 2009. Contact ALIA's PD Officer at pd@alia.org.au. For information and to register in the scheme, visit the website below.

http://www.alia.org.au/education/pd/

ALIA Biennial Conference 2010/2012

The ALIA Biennial Conference will not be held in 2010 as Australia will host the World Library and Information Congress 76th IFLA General Conference and Council in Brisbane. ALIA invites all of its members to join us and 4,000 other professional colleagues from around the world, for a week of networking and professional development. ALIA will be calling for Expressions of Interests from ALIA groups in early 2009 for the opportunity to host the 2012 ALIA Biennial Conference.

http://www.alia.org.au/ifla2010/

Aurora Leadership Institute 2009 – ALIA Scholarship

Applications for the 2009 Aurora Institute are now open. Deadline for applications is Friday 17th October 2008. Information about the ALIA Aurora Scholarship is also available.

http://www.alia.org.au/aurora/aurora.html

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Exclusive benefits and services for you through Member Advantage

ALIA offers its members access to a range of outstanding savings on lifestyle and business products through Member Advantage. Member Advantage has specifically negotiated arrangements with many high profile suppliers that include: Health Insurance - save 5%; Car Hire - exclusive rates and package; Home loans - save on interest rates and fees; Qantas Club - corporate membership; Car buying service - fleet prices; Insurances - Professional Indemnity, Income Protection, Life, Travel, Car, House and Contents and many more. Visit the website or call Member Advantage on 1300 853 352.

http://www.member-advantage.com/alia

New publication available

The Centre for Information Studies has published the revised edition of Organising Knowledge in a Global Society. The work reflects on current practice and trends, paying particular attention to how libraries and other information services provide intellectual access to digital information resources through metadata. The book also covers the latest developments in metadata standards, such as Resource Description and Access.
**ALIA members receive a 5% discount**

http://www.csu.edu.au/faculty/educat/sis/CIS/3365/index.htm

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