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aliaNEWS: June 2009
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Federal Budget summary

ALIA has prepared a summary of the Federal Budget 2009–10 which highlights the initiatives of significance to the library and information sector and more broadly to cultural institutions. ALIA members-only.

http://membership.alia.org.au/scripts/cgiip.exe/WService=ALIA/ccms.r?pageid=10444

inCite theme for August 2009 issue: IFLA and International Librarianship

Contribute to your member magazine! August's feature topic is 'IFLA and International Librarianship'. Contributions on this theme and stories of interest from individuals and libraries are welcome. Please include a high resolution photo if you have one. Send your articles by 2 July 2009 to incite@alia.org.au. You can find all the 2009 themes and deadlines on the website.

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

Membership renewals 2009/10

ALIA's membership renewals will be sent out in early June. Once you have received your renewal notice, you can choose to renew online, via B-pay, ph 1800 020 071, fax 02 6282 2249, or by post. Direct debit payment is also available. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us in membership.

membership@alia.org.au

Do you want 13 months for the price of 12?

Join ALIA in June for 2009/2010 membership year and we'll give you June's membership for free!* Now that's a nice way to start the new financial year. Imagine accessing member benefits such as ProQuest's online LIS journals package, support for your career, professional development opportunities, information to keep you up-to-date, resources for finding jobs, employment and industrial relations advice, networking opportunities, and many other services. Let ALIA give you the professional advantage you deserve.

*This offer is available only to new personal and institutional members joining in the month of June 2009

Need more information? Contact us on 1800 020 071 or email membership@alia.org.au. Click here for information on ALIA's member benefits http://www.alia.org.au/membership.benefits/

ALIA publications – enjoy your member discounts!

Did you know that, as an ALIA member, you are entitled to discounted subscriptions on Australian Library Journal and Australia Academic and Research Libraries? Keep up-to-date on the latest research and evidence-based practice in LIS.

http://www.alia.org.au/publishing/journal.subscription.Info.09.10.pdf

ALIA membership also gives you a discount on other ALIA publications, like the Australian Dictionary of Acronyms and Abbreviations and Uniting a Profession. Take advantage now!

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

May Australian Library Journal now available

May's Australian Library Journal is a special feature on cultural heritage, entitled 'Vanishing Collections', guest edited by Matthew Stephens. Articles cover heritage collections, rare printed collections, and rare books in the context of a digital age from contributors including Meg Quinlisk, Maggie Patton, Megan Martin, Cheryl Hoskin, and Matthew Stephens.

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

First public library ambassadors announced

ALIA has announced the appointment of the nation's first two Public Library Ambassadors: Barry Heard, the award-winning Australian author, and Bruce Miller, one of New South Wales' most active local government leaders. It is a strong beginning for ALIA's national Public Library Ambassadors campaign. By seeking out high profile champions for the role of libraries in the community, ALIA aims to influence public opinion about this vital service and keep libraries at the forefront of discussions about community, resources, education, services, and funding.

http://www.alia.org.au/governance/committees/public.libraries/summit09/public.library.ambassadors.html

ALIA fighting for cheaper books for Australians

The joint submission from ALIA, ADA (Australian Digital Alliance) and ALCC (Australian Libraries Copyright Committee) to the study of Copyright Restrictions on the Parallel Importation of Books, strongly supports removal of the restrictions upon parallel importation of books. We believe greater competition will lead to an increase in the variety of books available and more competitively priced books, increasing their accessibility for Australians. ALIA's position aligns with ALIA's first object: To promote the free flow of information and ideas in the interest of all Australians and a thriving culture, economy and democracy.

http://www.alia.org.au/advocacy/submissions/productivity.commission.html

Freedom of Information submission

ALIA coordinated a joint submission with four other library associations. The ALIA submission supports reform of the FOI legislation as a major step forward in seeking to provide proactive publication of government information for an informed nation. There is also a link to all submissions.

http://www.alia.org.au/advocacy/submissions/freedom.information.html

Digital Economy Future Directions submissions

All submissions, including the ALIA submission, in response to the 'consultation draft' for the Digital Economy Future Directions Paper are now available from the ALIA website.

http://www.alia.org.au/advocacy/submissions/digital.economy.html

School libraries hovering on the poverty line

The results of two new research studies, Snapshot of Australian School Libraries and Snapshot of Australian Teacher Librarians, show that Australia's school children are in danger of not getting what they need to support development of critical skills in information and reading literacy.

http://www.alia.org.au/media.room/2009.05.09.html

ALIA research awards in 2009 – deadline extended

There are two ALIA research awards offered in 2009: the Library Technician Research Award (previously known as the Dunn and Wilson) and the Ray Choate Scholarship. The Library Technician Research Award is available to an individual financial library technician member or a group of financial library technician members. Applicants for the Ray Choate Scholarship are required to be financial personal members of ALIA with an understanding of and experience in provision of reference services. The deadline for these awards is 1 July 2009.

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

Nominate for Library Technician of the Year

Nominations are now open for the 2009 Library Technician of the Year award. This award promotes the role of library technicians in library and information science, and the role and image of the library technician. So if you know of someone who has made a contribution to the profession and fits the criteria (available on the website), please nominate them now. Please note that nominees should not be aware they are being nominated.

Nominations close on 1 July 2009.

http://www.alia.org.au/awards/merit/library.technician/

ALIA National Library and Information Technicians Conference – earlybird registration now open!

NLIT Don't miss out! The Conference will be held at the Adelaide Convention Centre from 15–18 September 2009. Please visit http://conferences.alia.org.au/libtec2009/registration.php to register online and to view the Registration Brochure where you can find the full provisional program. The earlybird rate offers considerable savings on the standard rate and ALIA members can enjoy a further discount. Deadline for earlybird registration is 6 July 2009.

http://conferences.alia.org.au/libtec2009/

FOLIOz Managing for service quality (MSQ)

This online course runs from 24 August to 9 October 2009, and aims to introduce participants to the idea of managing for service quality and its related concepts. Cost is $220 for ALIA members and $300 for non-members. Contact Judy Brooker, ALIA Professional Development and Careers Manager judy.brooker@alia.org.au http://www.alia.org.au/education/pd/workshops/

Library Technician Course Recognition 2009

During the next few months ALIA Course Recognition panels will be visiting TAFE and RTO sites around the country. This is the first time in 10 years that a site visit has been incorporated into the Library Technician/Diploma of Library Information Services Course Recognition. Course Recognition process ensures the standards of curriculum, teaching, and resources for current and future students. The final report on the site visits will be presented to the Education and PD Standing Committee and the ALIA Board later this year at the conclusion of all the visits.

http://www.alia.org.au/education/courses/recognition.html

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 4000 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 late 2009 for the opportunity to host the 2012 ALIA Biennial Conference.

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

Walkley Award for Best Non-Fiction Book – entries

This award celebrates excellence in non-fiction literature and long-form journalism. The winner will be announced at the Walkley Awards and join the ranks of high calibre Australian authors and writers already recognised by the Walkley Foundation; Bob Connolly, Neil Chenoweth, Chris Masters and Don Watson. The award is now open to Australian journalists or writers whose work was published in the year from September 1, 2008 to August 31, 2009.

Visit the website for the entry form or contact walkleys@walkleys.com for more information.

http://www.walkleys.com/

National Archives of Australia Research Grants

The National Archives of Australia offers a range of grants for advanced research and professional development. Descriptions and eligibility for the grants, worth up to $15 000, can be found on the website. Applications close 26 June 2009.

http://www.naa.gov.au

National E-security Awareness Week

National E-security Awareness Week is being held from 5–12 June 2009 to raise awareness about e-security both in the home and in your business. For more information and downloadable web materials, please visit the website.

http://www.staysmartonline.gov.au/latest_news/national_e-security_awareness_week

Exclusive benefits and services for you through Member Advantage

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.alia.org.au/membership.benefits/affinity.html

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