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aliaNEWS: August 2009
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inCite theme for October 2009: teacher librarians/literacy

Contribute to your member magazine! October’s feature topic is 'Teacher Librarians/Literacy. 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 31 August 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/

Call for Expressions of Interest – Editor, ALJ

The ALIA Board of Directors is seeking expressions of interest in the position of editor for the Australian Library Journal from suitably qualified and experienced persons.

Experience in the professional field, in serial publications and as an editor are important. Applicants should briefly address the selection criteria (indicating editorial experience) and supply the contact details for two referees.

Further information and copies of the selection criteria are available from Sue Hutley, ALIA Executive Director, ph 02 6215 8215, sue.hutley@alia.org.au.

Closing date for expressions of interest is 16 October 2009.

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

Call for Expressions of Interest – Editor, AARL

The ALIA Board of Directors is seeking expressions of interest in the position of editor for the Australian Academic and Research Libraries from suitably qualified and experienced persons.

Experience in the professional field, in serial publications and as an editor are important. Applicants should briefly address the selection criteria (indicating editorial experience) and supply the contact details for two referees.

Further information and copies of the selection criteria are available from Sue Hutley, ALIA Executive Director, ph 02 6215 8215, sue.hutley@alia.org.au.

Closing date for expressions of interest is 16 October 2009.

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

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

Your voice: National Advisory Congress

Ever wonder how ALIA sets its direction? Ever wish you had a say in it? ALIA is your association and you do get to have your say at the National Advisory Congress. Check out the NAC regional meeting dates for 2009. The 2009 NAC will focus Lobbying and Advocacy. Submissions on this theme are now available.

http://www.alia.org.au/governance/nac/2009/

Have you found us on Twitter?

ALIA has joined the Twitterverse. Follow us online at http://www.twitter.com/alianational



ALIA Premier and Excellence Awards

The deadline for these awards is 3 August 2009. Know someone who deserves recognition? Nominate them now for an ALIA award.

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

National Broadband Network – ALIA appears at public hearing

ALIA was invited to appear at the public hearing on the NBN on 20 July. Read the ALIA submission and link to the Senate Select Committee website to read other submissions and the public hearing transcript.

http://www.alia.org.au/advocacy/submissions/national.broadband.html

Fabulous success at the Public Library Summit

'Libraries have a rare and privileged position in the nation's heart,' said Senator Ursula Stephens, in her opening address to the ALIA Public Libraries Summit, on Thursday 16 July, in Canberra. For more of Senator Stephens address, presentations, workshops, and next steps, visit the ALIA Public Library Summit webpage, with a summary, submissions, and media releases.

http://www.alia.org.au/summit09

Little book of public libraries – how to get it, how to use it

The Little book of public libraries arrived at ALIA House in mid-July, and all pre-ordered copies have been sent out. But what happens when it arrives? ALIA has put together a list of ways your library and library-supporters might use the Little book to get the public library message out.

http://www.alia.org.au/publiclibraries/How.to.use.html

We also have a small surplus of copies available for order. Place an order via the order form, or by contacting Jamie, 02 6215 8232, Jamie.smith@alia.org.au

http://www.alia.org.au/publiclibraries/LBPL.order.form.pdf

Parallel importation – your questions answered

The Productivity Commission’s decision to recommend repealing the current restrictions has garnered plenty of recent press. But how many of us really understand what parallel importation means, and what it means for Australian authors, publishers, and book buyers?

ALIA supports the Productivity Commission’s decision, and has put together a Q&A to address the most common questions.

http://www.alia.org.au/advocacy/copyright/your.ques.answered.html

You can also read ALIA’s original submission to the Commission.

http://www.pc.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0008/85886/sub252.pdf



ALIA National Library and Information Technicians Conference – fantastic PD opportunity!

NLIT International speakers, local library tours and unique workshops are just some of the reasons why you should register for the conference. Don’t miss out, this opportunity only comes around every two years! Conference registration webpage: http://conferences.alia.org.au/libtec2009/registration.php

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

Get your brand noticed on a national level! Unique sponsorship packages available

A range of sponsorship packages are available at the ALIA National Library and Information Technicians Conference, offering companies a number of unique opportunities to associate their brand with this important national industry event. A trade exhibition will be held for the duration of the conference, centrally located within the conference venue to provide maximise exposure for exhibitors.

For more information visit the conference website http://conferences.alia.org.au/libtec2009/ or contact All Occasions Management on 08 8125 2200 or conference@aomevents.com



2009 ALIA Top End Symposium – 2nd-3rd October

The ALIA Top End Symposium will be held at the Charles Darwin University Education Theatrette and is shaping up to be a very exciting program, both professionally and socially, so make sure you put the dates in your diary!

The theme of the conference is Exploring Library Spaces for Learning and eLearning. Speakers will highlight how library spaces – both physical and electronic – are changing in the new eLearning environment. Registrations will open soon.

For more information visit the Event blog http://topendsymposium6.wordpress.com/ or the ALIA Top End webpage http://www.alia.org.au/groups/topend/



Summer Reading Club 2009/2010 – Read on the Wild Side!

Hear the call of nature with the Summer Reading Cub, READ on the WILD SIDE 2010 program! The Summer Reading Club will be run from 1 December 2009 – 12 February 2010. Swap and share planning ideas at the SRC wiki at http://www.alia.org.au/src/wiki/pmwiki.php

http://www.summerreadingclub.org.au/

Promotional merchandise available

ALIA has some limited left over stock from the Library and Information Week and National Simultaneous Storytime 2009 campaigns. These items are ideal for giveaways and incentives. To view the list of merchandise still available click of the campaign website links below.

http://www.alia.org.au/advocacy/storytime/2009/merchandise.html

http://www.alia.org.au/advocacy/liw/merchandise.html



Recognition for professional development

If you have been a member of the PD scheme for the PD year ending 30/6/09 and completed your required number of PD points you are now eligible to use the post nominals (CP). Show your commitment!
http://www.alia.org.au/education/pd/scheme/recognition/

If 30/06/09 was the end of your triennium please send in your application for your Certified Practitioner Certificate to the PD and Careers Manager, Judy, pd@alia.org.au. Congratulations on continuing your professional development, improving the standing of the profession and your continued commitment to ALIA.

http://www.alia.org.au/education/pd/scheme/cp.application.pdf

If you have been an active member of the PD scheme for 5 years and satisfy the added criteria you may be eligible to attain the distinction of Associate Fellow. Be proud to be recognised –apply now!

http://www.alia.org.au/membership.benefits/associate.fellow.nomination.new.pdf



FOLIOz Managing for service quality (MSQ)

A new online course: Give your organisation a competitive advantage by learning how to manage for service quality. Course Objectives (MSQ) 24 August - Friday 9 October 2009, Register early – don’t miss out! Registration form now available.

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

PD opportunity – FREE registration to ARK events

ALIA members may apply for a free registration to a choice of excellent ARK events. Check out eligibility and information on how to apply

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

ALIA Courses in LIS

The ALIA website has now been updated to show which courses are offered in flexible delivery mode. Go to http://www.alia.org.au/education/qualifications/ : the programs with the (*) asterix beside them are offered externally.



Librarians 2 coming to ABC 1 in August

The second instalment of the highly acclaimed comedy series, The Librarians premieres Wednesday 5 August at 9pm on ABC1. Series two guest stars some of Australia’s finest talent including; Vince Colosimo, Noni Hazlehurst, Hamish Blake, Tony Martin, Francis Greenslade and Denise Scott.

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

Call for Expressions of Interest: Australian Committee on Cataloguing

Expressions of Interest for ALIA representatives for ACOC are now being accepted. The ongoing role of the Australian Committee on Cataloguing (ACOC) is to study developments in national and international cataloguing rules, standards, and shared cataloguing systems; present the Australian viewpoint to international committees and organizations and, in particular, to select and brief the Australian delegate to the Joint Steering Committee for the revision of the AACR; ensure adequate consultation within Australia on such cataloguing issues; and foster cooperation within Australia in shared cataloguing systems with due regard to national and regional requirements.

There is a vacancy on the committee for two ALIA representatives for a three-year term. For further information, please contact Jenna Walter, 02 6215 8225, jenna.walter@alia.org.au.

http://www.nla.gov.au/lis/stndrds/grps/acoc/index.html

LIANZA Conference 2009 – early bird registrations

Early bird registrations for LIANZA 2009 are now open. The LIANZA Conference Committee are pleased to announce a great line up of keynote speakers. For more information, please see our website. To register online, visit http://www.lianza.org.nz/events/conference2009/Registration.html

For more information, visit the blog.

http://lianza2009.wordpress.com/

PLA/QPLA Conference, 11–14 October 2009

The conference will be held in Townsville, Queensland from 11 to 14 October 2009 with the theme being Change and Challenge.

http://www.pla.org.au/conferences.html

Mobile Muster 2009 in Geelong

The annual Mobile Libraries Conference will be held in Geelong on 11-13 September 2009. The theme of the Conference is Sustainable Mobiles and there will be presentations on alternative fuels. Also author and Sportsman Max Walker will provide customer service hints and some entertainment, there will a driving simulator, new mobiles to look at and a chance to discuss service enhancements. Booking forms are now available. Please visit the website. Other enquiries can be made to Elisabeth Jackson 03 9667 5542.

http://events.mav.asn.au/?mav_conference_detail_UNID=142

Call for Papers – Cataloguing & Classification Quarterly

CCQ welcomes the submission of research, theory, and practice papers relevant to the broad field of bibliographic organisation. Articles are particularly welcome in areas dealing with research-based cataloging practice, including user behavior, user needs and benefits. Authors are encouraged to submit manuscripts via email with attached word document to the Editor, Sandra K. Roe, Bibliographic Services Librarian, Illinois State University (email: skroe@ilstu.edu). Further details may be found at the CCQ home page.

http://catalogingandclassificationquarterly.com/

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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