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24 August 2001

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    MACQUARIE TRANSITION RESEARCH 
     FORUM AND SEMINAR

Date:                      Wednesday 5 September 4.30-6.30pm in Lincoln Building 310
Seminar Topic:  Effect of Paid Employment on Student Academic Performance
Presenter:            Mr Michael Petersons, Lecturer in Statistics Economic and Financial Studies

Refreshments are available from 4.15pm, and there is no charge for attendance.

Michael has surveyed students across the Division of Economic and Financial Studies with respect to the amount of time spent in paid work and its possible effect on their academic performance. Students at all levels of undergraduate study are included in this survey. In addition, Michael has collected data on time spent per unit on study outside classes, travel time and number of credit points enrolled to give a comprehensive picture of how these factors relate at each year level.

In his seminar Michael will present material showing his findings regarding hours of paid work and its relationship to grade point averages.

This is an area of increasing concern to those involved in university teaching and all staff are welcome to attend this seminar. We look forward to seeing you there.

Sandie Rudman
Macquarie Transition Program

  MACQUARIE WINS MAJOR NATIONAL RESEARCH FACILITY

Macquarie already hosts the Australian Proteome Analysis Facility. The $16.2 million, the highest sum awarded in biotechnology, and the second highest sum awarded to any of the fifteen facilities, is for an expanded facility, which will be extended to include the Universities of Sydney and NSW, and a new node in Adelaide. It will include new state-of-the-art equipment and specialist platform technology.

In addition, Macquarie is a partner in a second successful bid outside the biotechnology sector - namely, the National Networked Tele-Test Facility for Integrated Systems, located at Edith Cowan, which has won $4.75 million for a semi-conductor tester.

I warmly congratulate Professors Peter Bergquist, Liz Deane and Gary Cobon; Mr Richard Walker, General Manager of Macquarie Research Ltd; and the Australian Micro-electronics Network, which Macquarie currently hosts. I will shortly announce a party so we can enjoy a celebration.

Di Yerbury
Vice-Chancellor

  YOUNG AUSTRALIAN OF THE YEAR AWARDS

The Awards, which are considered the most prestigious youth Awards program in the country, aim to recognise and pay tribute to young people between 14 and 27 years of age who are achieving excellence in their chosen field of endeavour.

Nominations are being sought in the following areas:

• The Commonwealth Minister for Arts Arts Award;
• The Solution 6 Group Science & Technology Award;
• Pacific Access Community Service Award;
• Minister for youth Affairs Career Achievement Award;
• Australia Post Sports Award;
• Unilever Environment Award;
• Dept of Transport & Regional Services Regional Initiative Award.

All NSW category winners will automatically become eligible for a National Awards final, where seven national category winners will be chosen as well as the Young Australian of the Year for 2002.

Nominations close on Friday 7 September 2001.

Further information and nomination forms are available from the Young Australian of the Year Awards Office, PO Box 6368 Baulkham Hills BC NSW 2153; tel: (02) 9899 7251; fax: (02) 9899 6196;
e-mail: nsw@yaya.com.au; website: www.nadc.com.au

  BILL PEACH JOURNEYS

The destinations to be visited in 2002 include: turkey, Morocco and Spain, Slovenia, Russia, Vietnam, China, and Tibet.

Those to whom this would most appeal will probably have a high proportion of the following attributes:

• a high standard of oral English, and tertiary educated;
• gregarious natured, with a positive outlook and with high energy;
• knowledgeable about the culture/art/history/politics of the country/destination to be visited;
• able to speak the language of the country to be visited;
• comfortable with the idea of leading a group of up to 25 persons, who are usually well educated   people over 50 years of age;
• well organised and responsible;
• experienced in leading tours, or in travelling, and with an enjoyment of travel.

Expressions of interest, which should include addressing those of the items above which apply, should be sent or faxed to (confidence will be preserved if marked "private and confidential") Nancy Knudsen, Managing Director, Aircruising Australia Limited, 405 Ross Smith Avenue, Mascot 2020; fax: (02) 9669 6064. Phone enquiries to Nancy Knudsen on (02) 9693 2233.

  ATEM ANNUAL CONFERENCE

The theme of this year's Conference is 'Federations of Learning, Research and Technology in the 21^st Century'. The Conference is an excellent professional development opportunity for tertiary education managers at all levels, whether they are members of ATEM or not.

The Conference registration site is now open (with early bird prices until the end of August), at: http://www.anu.edu.au/facilities/atem-aappa/

Of course, ATEM always welcomes new members. For more information, visit http://www.atem.org.au/

The Hornsby Art Society meets every second Monday of the month at Willow Park Hall, Edgeworth David Avenue, Hornsby at 7.30pm, and new members are welcome. The Society also invites you to join in the following activities.

Painting and Sketch Club
at Willow Park Hall, Edgeworth David Ave, Hornsby on Tuesdays from 12.30 - 3.30pm
Cost: $5

Life Drawing Class
at the Uniting Church Hall, cnr Weemala and Hillcrest Roads, Pennant Hills on Tuesdays from 7.00 - 10.00pm
Cost: $80. (10 week term)

Plein Air Painting Group
on Thursdays from 9.30am (contact Terence Clare on 9945 1445)
No charge

A number of other classes are also given by members of the Society.

For further information please ring Deidre on 9484 7499, Rhonda on 9457 0677, or Ruth on 9869 7196; or visit our website at http://www.angellpro.com.au/HASpage.htm

   FREE ONLINE IT AND LIBRARY TRAINING FOR STAFF AND  STUDENTS

IT skills online

This course covers:

• Introduction to PCs and the Internet.
• Office 2000 and 97 including Project.
• Web communication and publishing tools including Adobe Acrobat, GroupWise and HTML.

Library skills online

This course covers:

• Developing a search strategy.
• Finding reading list materials including using the Library Catalogue, JournalSearch and Electronic Reserve.
• Using citation and full-text Databases.

Library skills online may also be customised to suit your particular unit of study. Call x7503.

To register

Staff members require a staff account on the Macquarie University Online Teaching Facility (MUOTF). If you do not have an account, print out and complete the following form and submit it to your Division's Computer Liaison Officer: http://www.ocs.mq.edu.au/~helpdesk/Docs/unix.pdf

Trish Edmonds
Information Technology Training Unit

  MUSEUM OF ANCIENT CULTURES LANGUAGE SHOWCASE SERIES

Friday 14 September 2001
2.00-5.00pm
Seminar Room, Museum of Ancient Cultures

This colloquium is the first in an occasional series that will showcase current language research in Classics, Ancient History, and related fields. A particular focus of the series is the relevance of language analysis to the broader sphere of Ancient World studies. The first colloquium provides an opportunity to honour the contribution to Classics and to Comparative and Historical Linguistics of Dr Alan Treloar, formerly Reader in Comparative Philology at the University of New England.

The Convener, Dr Trevor Evans, a Macquarie University Research Fellow in the Ancient History Documentary Research Centre (Division of Humanities), has put together an exciting and stimulating program, which will contribute significantly to linguistic research in the Classics. For further information and to confirm attendance (for catering purposes), contact Trevor on x 7562 or e-mail: tevans@matra.com.au

Clive James and Simon Larcey Visit SAM
Ever thought about living and working in London? Clive James, TV personality, writer and journalist has teamed up with 'Mr Aussie in London', Simon Larcey and together they have developed a website to help all Aussies thinking of coming to London and those already there. Come and join Clive and Simon for a chat about London life and the opportunities that exist for the aspiring young Aussie traveller at 5.00pm on Thursday 30 August in the SAM Bar (SAM Building Level 2). www.aussieinlondon.com

New Menu in the Courtview
Have you visited the Courtview Restaurant lately? If so, you'd know that we have a delicious new menu including tasty dishes like Prawn and Scallop Laksa, Chicken Fillets on a Basil Pesto Potato Mash, Vegetarian Risotto plus a variety of yummy tortilla pizzas.

The Courtview is located on SAM Building Level 2 and is open from noon - 2.00pm Monday to Friday. Reservations are advised on x7609 or by e-mail to admin@union.mq.edu.au(please remember to include your phone number as e-mail reservations are confirmed by phone).

SAM's Funny Money Promotion
SAM's Funny Money promotion runs for only one more week (finishes on 31 August).

With every purchase of $5 or more at SAM outlets, you will receive one Funny Money note. Each note can be redeemed at different times for discounts and giveaways…

Mondays, 8.00 - 10.00am, one Funny Money note buys a regular coffee for $1 at SAM¹s Globe Café (E3A) and SAM's Coffee Carts (E6A and Library)

Tuesdays, 8.00 - 10.00am, one Funny Money note buys a regular coffee for $1 at Marxine¹s Coffee Shop (SAM Building Level 1)

Wednesdays, 5.00 - 7.00pm, one Funny Money note buys a free 600ml Coke variety drink with every purchase of $5 and over at the Food Court (SAM Building Level 1)

Thursdays, 3.00 - 5.00pm, two Funny Money notes buy a free bucket of chips at the Café (SAM Building Level 2)

Fridays, 4.00 - 6.00pm, three Funny Money notes buy a free schooner of beer at the SAM Bar (SAM Building Level 2)!

SAM's Funny Money promotion commenced Monday 6 August 2001 and concludes Friday 31 August 2001 or until all Funny Money notes have been distributed. No Funny Money notes will be redeemed after 31 August 2001. Free beer subject to proof of age and responsible service of alcohol requirements. Only one discount item per customer per session. Each customer must spend $5 or more to receive a Funny Money note. See Funny Money notes for other promotion details.

SAM's Weekly Specials
Week 5 (from 27 August)
Grab a bowl of pasta and 600ml Coke variety drink for only $5.20 in the Food Court (SAM Building
Level 1).

Week 6 (from 3 September)
A slice of cake and a regular coffee is only $4 in Marxine's Coffee Shop this week (SAM Building
Level 1).

Eternity, A Tribute to Arthur Stace 1884-1967, paintings by David Lever
6 September - 13 October Macquarie University Library, exhibition area, level 2
Arthur Stace is the man who wrote 'Eternity' on the footpaths of Sydney, Newcastle and Wollongong for 37 years. This biographical exhibition traces his colourful and difficult life from early childhood to the years of his war service, crime and alcoholism. It follows his eventual path to reform that led to his discovery of the word eternity and its impact on his life.

FREE LUNCHTIME LECTURE with the artist, David Lever, on Tuesday 11 September at 1.30pm.

Emma Walters
Events/Member Services Manager

Integrating Generic Skills into the Curriculum (3) : Using Self and Peer Assessment as a Way of Developing Generic Skills

Issues that will be examined in this workshop include:
 

• ensuring validity and fairness;
• developing specific and useful assessment criteria and standards of performance;
• summative or formative nature of the assessment, including possible distribution of marks e.g. maximum marks that students and tutors can award;
• providing students with adequate support and practice in developing the skills of critical thinking, evaluation and feedback, reflection, judgment, and professionalism.

Warden Training
This course is recommended for all building and floor wardens, newly appointed wardens or those who require retraining. Choose one session only from the sessions offered below.

Module 1 - Theory
Wardens' duties and responsibilities
Reaction to fire
Fire safety equipment in buildings
Location of assembly areas
Fire containment in enclosed spaces
Range of emergencies

Module 2 - Practical
Principles of triangle of combustion
Methods of extinguishment
Types of fire extinguishing agents
Fire size
Safe use of fire extinguishers, blankets and hose reels

Dates:     Monday 27 August or Wednesday 29 August
                   9.30am - 1.00pm in E6A 116

Attend one session only

Performance Management Academic Adviser Training
This two-day workshop is designed to train Academic Staff Advisers appointed according to the Macquarie University Enterprise Agreement 2000. Participants will be introduced to the principles behind the design, goals and processes of the system and be provided with opportunities to develop the practical skills associated with the effective conduct of performance management interviews.

The workshop is open to those academic staff who have been nominated as Academic Staff Advisers within the Performance Management System and who have not previously attended this workshop.

Lunch will be provided.

Dates:             Wednesday 29 and Thursday 30 August
                         9.00am - 5.00pm in the SAM Function Rooms, Level 3
Facilitators:    Mariejosee Shurey-Boesten and Amanda Phillips
Enquiries:    Mariejosee Shurey-Boesten, x9619
Bookings:     CPD on x9721 or e-mail cpd@mq.edu.au

Leading and Managing an Academic Unit
This monthly forum will provide heads of academic departments with the opportunity to discuss a range of issues of mutual interest. The program will be determined by the group, and may include discussion of particular issues, or presentations or showcases by group members, or others from outside the group.

Lunch will be provided.

Date:                   Monday 3 September
                            1.00 to 2.00pm in E6A 116
Enquiries:        Lyn Hammett, x9776
Bookings:        CPD on x9721 or e-mail cpd@mq.edu.au

Integrating Generic Skills into the Curriculum (4) - Academic Writing in the Disciplines - Assisting Students To Develop Their Skills

Participants in this workshop will examine:

• teaching and learning tasks and assessment techniques that assist the process of scaffolding academic writing skills development throughout the curriculum; and
• discipline-specific examples of good practice.

OH&S For Managers, Supervisors and Safety Coordinators
Effective training of supervisory personnel has a major impact on the ability of management to implement and maintain appropriate systems of work. Increasingly regulations, legally required Australian Standards, and approved Codes of Practice call for specific training of Managers and Supervisors and other line management personnel. Enforcement activity by Government Inspectors reinforces the importance of this aspect of OH&S management systems.

OH&S philosophy is based on the principle that "supervising for safety" must be integrated with all other management/supervisory imperatives eg. productivity, quality.

This course gives staff the specific OH&S knowledge and skills to allow integration.

More details at http://www.pers.mq.edu.au/ohs/train/ohsman.html

Lunch will be provided.

Date:                Wednesday 5 September
                          9.30am to 4.30pm, E6A 116
Facilitator:      Julie Armour
Enquiries:       Ugo Cernot, x9723
Bookings:       CPD on x9721 or e-mail cpd@mq.edu.au

Selecting the Best
In the MU Enterprise Agreement 2000-2003 (Section 7.03.13), it was established that all staff involved in selection procedures are now required to participate in a training program (a 2-day workshop).

However the Agreement also makes allowance for staff who are already highly skilled in undertaking selection procedures to attend a truncated version of the program. In Section 7.03.14, the Agreement states that staff who, in the opinion of the Vice-Chancellor, have demonstrated a high level of expertise through their participation in selection processes, shall be required to attend a 1-day workshop.

CPD will offer this 1-day training for experienced selection committee members on three different occasions throughout the forthcoming semester. The workshop is open to both academic and general staff.

The workshop will examine current best practice, identifying problematic issues and common errors, and providing strategies and tools to ensure that selection is effective, fair and legally defensible.

The workshop will cover both academic and general staff selection and will be practical in focus. Topics include:

• principles for best practice;
• determining meaningful selection criteria;
• assessing applicants against selection criteria;
• effective interview techniques;
• committee management issues;
• reference checking;
• committee reports.

For staff not eligible to attend these 1-day workshops, the Agreement requires that you attend one of the comprehensive 2-day workshops, which will be offered by CPD from the start of 2002.

Please submit your one-page summary to Brenda Turnbull at CPD 14 days before the start of your selected workshop.

Lunch will be provided.

Attend one session only.

Dates:                 Friday 7 September, Thursday 4 October, or Friday 26 October
                            9.30am to - 5.00pm in E6A 116

Facilitators:       Bronwyn Clarke (external consultant) and Mariejosee Shurey-Boesten
Enquiries:         Mariejosee Shurey-Boesten, x9619
Bookings:         CPD on x9721 or e-mail cpd@mq.edu.au

Conflicts: How to Manage them Effectively and Powerfully
People typically identify the issue of dealing with possible and existing conflicts with fellow workers as one of the most stressful and potentially disempowering aspects of work. Often we avoid actively managing these situations for fear of creating further conflict, and because we feel we do not have the skills and understandings to effectively deal with whatever may happen as a result of raising the matter with the other. We then allow these situations to simmer, and deal with them by retreating into withdrawal, resentment or ill ease towards the other person/people involved. This greatly reduces our personal and professional effectiveness.

This one-day workshop will offer some very practical frameworks for better understanding the conflict situations we find ourselves in, and provide participants with new conflict resolution, conflict management and negotiation skills for dealing with these situations in a way that creates more empowering and sustainable outcomes. Case studies will be an important part of the program. The workshop is suitable for both academic and general staff.

Lunch will be provided.

Date:                 Tuesday 11 September
                           9.30am to 4.30pm, E6A 116
Facilitator:       Brenda Turnbull
Enquiries:       Mariejosee Shurey-Boesten, x9619
Bookings:        CPD on x9721 or e-mail cpd@mq.edu.au

Integrating Generic Skills into the Curriculum (5): Critical Thinking and Creativity - How Can We Recognise Them?
Critical thinking and creativity are the higher order generic skills that students' potential employers consider among the most important graduate attributes. However, teaching critical thinking and creativity and assessing students' critical thinking and creativity is not easy.

This workshop will explore:

• what critical thinking and creativity means in various disciplines;
• ways in which we can help students develop and recognise creativity; and
• how we can develop activities and assessment tasks that will support students' learning.

Media mentions: We are now using both print and broadcasting monitoring services, but they do sometimes miss Macquarie mentions. To ensure a more comprehensive and accurate MACQUARIE IN THE MEDIA column, please always let us know whenever you have been a subject or an author of any print media item, including reviews of your work or letters-to-the-editor from you, and if you appear on the electronic media. Kindly forward the information by e-mail to Kathy Vozella: kvozella@vc.mq.edu.au; by fax to (9850) 9457; or through internal mail to W6B 148.

Ms Effy Alexakis (Centre for Flexible Learning): is one of three photographers to document their communities in such a way as to revise our notions of our history, and to challenge notions of our contemporary identity, The Sydney Morning Herald, 11 August

Ms Deborah Assheton (BA graduate): while studying for her BA degree at Macquarie University she worked for the WC Penfold stationery chain, and is now retail business manager for MBF, Business Review Weekly, 16 August

Dr Suzan Burton and Dr Paul Nesbit (MGSM): conducted a study on the use of e-mail by managers in Australia and Hong Kong and have found that managers are receiving an increasing amount of unwanted and personal e-mail at work, Sunday Telegraph, 19 August

Associate Professor Frank Clarke (Modern History): interviewed about the White Australia policy, saying that former Prime Minister Harold Holt's Government removed the last traces of this legislation, ABC 702, 9 August

Professor Max Coltheart (Centre for Cognitive Science): is spear-heading a team investigating visual cognition - how we see things and why our minds have trouble processing this, The Australian, 17 August; interviewed by Derryn Hinch and said that the brain will respond to all the visual stimuli that come to our eyes, but we only become conscious of the parts of that input that we are selectively attending to, Radio 3AK Melbourne, 17 August

Associate Professor Veronika Coltheart (Centre for Cognitive Science): is about to start a new series of tests to determine if our autonomic nervous system reacts to the gorilla in the video even though we do not think we see it (the gorilla is used in a test that shows a video of a group of people dressed in black and white T-shirts tossing a basketball to each other, with observers of the video asked to note how many times the ball is passed to a person in white. A man in a hair black gorilla suit wanders through the basketballers, but most observers do not even notice him because they are so intent on watching those in white), The Australian, 17 August

Professor John Croucher (Statistics): said no one should play poker machines with an expectation of winning, The Herald Sun (Melbourne), 6 August

Associate Professor Robert Dale (Computing): interviewed about language technology and the difficulties of translating linguistics and semantics of language into a useable technology, The Buzz, Radio National, 13 August

Mr Tim Finlayson (student): was eligible for the International Exchange Program Work USA scheme because he was a full time Macquarie University student, and spent the Christmas holidays working at one of the most popular ski resorts in the US, North Shore Times, 3 August

Dr Julie Fitness (Psychology): appeared in a report about road rage, saying that she thinks about road rage in terms of the kind of anger and frustration that people feel when other people treat them badly, Dimensions, ABC TV, 15 August

Dr Rob Harcourt (Graduate School of the Environment): and colleague Nathalie Patenaude put their lives on the line for science when great white sharks attacked the carcass of the dead right whales they were taking skin samples from for DNA analysis, Adelaide Advertiser, 16 July; Victor Harbor Times, 19 July; Encounter FM, 19 July; Radio 5AA, 19 July; Channel 10 News 21 and 22 July; The Australian 23 July and Victor Harbor Times, 26 July

Ms Vachira Jitsakdanont (Master of International Business graduate): has the responsibility of running the family business, Union Pan Exhibitions Co, the market leader in organising furniture exhibitions in Bangkok, The Nation (Thailand), 15 August

Mr Stephen Johnson (BMedia student): is receiving first-hand experience of both politics and media without having to leave the campus via the Student Council and his role on the editorial team of MUSCateer newspaper, Sydney Morning Herald, 16 August; as one of the editors of MUSCateer believes diversity is the key to a successful newspaper, Weekend Australian, 18 August

Ms Jana Jones (Egyptology PhD candidate): interviewed about textile analysis which has allowed for more accurate dating of ancient mummification in Egypt, ABC 1233 Newcastle, 14 August; ABC 702, 14 August; ABC 666 Canberra, 15 August

Professor Johannes Juttner (Economics): his study claims that global competition forces banks to lower their interest rates but raise their service fees to meet costs, Sunday Times (Perth), 5 August; Sunday Mail (Adelaide), 19 August; www.theadvertiser.com.au, 19 August

Mr Ben Kantabutra (MGSM): wrote an article on visionary leaders and said that Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra has introduced himself as a visionary leader, The Nation (Thailand), 14 August

The late Navid Ali Khan (former Master in Information Technology student): was gunned down on his first shift at a Marsfield service station, a job he had taken to pay for his Masters degree at Macquarie University, www.theaustralian.com.au, 14 August; Radio 2CH, 14 August; Radio 2GB, 14 August; www.nine.msm.com.au, 14 August

Mr Phil Lance (Actuarial Studies student): has a Bachelor degree from UNSW but continues to study for his professional qualification at Macquarie University which will qualify him to become a fellow of the Institute of Actuaries, Sydney Morning Herald, 16 August

Professor Pam Peters (Linguistics): interviewed about the University's survey which has found that 25 per cent of Australians pronounce the letter "h" as "haich", ABC NSW Regional Radio, 16 August

Ms Linda Popic (one of the MUSCateer editors): said that being involved in MUSCateer gives you the chance to understand the nuts and bolts of how to produce a newspaper, Weekend Australian, 18 August

The late Professor Chris Powell (former head of the School of Earth Sciences): was an international authority on tectonic plate theory, The Australian, 13 August

Professor Ron Rapee (Psychology): visited Townsville to share his research on childhood anxiety, Townsville Ten State Television News, 17 August; said that children can be prevented from developing serious anxiety disorders through the education of parents, Townsville 4QN Radio News, 20 August

Professor Jill Roe (Modern History): together with Margaret Bettison, has put together a new book of the non-fiction work of Miles Franklin, and said that a good deal of what's written about in 'My Brilliant Career' is what happened in the Franklin family, The Sydney Morning Herald, 11 August; wrote the obituary for her friend Kay Daniels who died before she could take up an adjunct professorship at Macquarie University, The Australian, 14 August

Associate Professor Graeme Russell (Psychology): said that if you ask fathers what the biggest barrier is to them being the fathers they want to be, they will say the workplace, Daily Telegraph, 14 August

Dr John Sutton (Philosophy): conducts his regular weekly radio segment 'Ghost in the Machine' every Thursday from 5.30-6.00pm on Eastside Radio 89.7FM, and has interviewed Rodney Brooks from the MIT Artificial Intelligence Lab, 26 July; Mark Cortiula about his new book on the history of blood donation and blood transfusion in NSW, 2 August; Mary Spongberg from Macquarie University about body history and women's historical writing, 9 August

Professor David Throsby (Economics): is one of the members of the visual arts industry alliance, which has released a report calling for new taxes on entertainment, hospitality and copying equipment to make cultural business more viable, The Sydney Morning Herald, 7 August

Ms Bonnie Tong (Actuarial Studies student): said that the most important thing in Year 12 was study but you need a balance of outside activities as well, The Sydney Morning Herald, 15 August

Ms Tatiana Trposka (one of the MUSCateer editors): is interested in the media but does not aspire to journalism and as well as being on the editorial team of the student newspaper she couples her life with work experience at a music promotions company, Weekend Australian, 18 August

Dr Andrew Vincent (Politics): said that the proceeds of Iraq's oil sales will still be controlled by the sanctions committee, Radio 3CR Melbourne, 7 August; interviewed about the Taliban and the arrest of two Australians on charges of preaching Christianity and described the Taliban as one of the most extreme and unpleasant regimes in the world, Triple J, 8 August

Mr Man Kan Wong (IT student): is alleged to have acted as a 'look out' for the alleged extortions of Parramatta businesses by members of the Big Circle Gang, Daily Telegraph, 20 August

Issues and Events

Macquarie University, UTS and Wollongong remained four-star in the prestige stakes, and Macquarie also remained four-star for graduate employment in the latest edition of The Good Universities Guide, The Sydney Morning Herald, 8 August

Macquarie University is in its second year of offering courses for HSC students and has enrolled 2,500 students in various courses over the past two years, The Sydney Morning Herald, 8 August

Macquarie University received a four star rating for prestige in the Good Universities Guide, The Newcastle Herald, 9 August

Steve Simons from the Weather Bureau was interviewed about a new Macquarie Universitycourse that teaches how to interpret weather radars, Radio 2UE, 8 August

The Macquarie University Special Education Centre is holding a fundraising dinner/dance and auction on 1 September, The Sydney Morning Herald, 11 August

Macquarie University's annual Open Day will be held on 8 September and is a great opportunity to check out the modern accommodation available at three of Macquarie University's colleges, The Goulburn Post, 8 August; Maitland Mercury, 10 August; Western Advocate (Bathurst), 9 August; Northern Daily Leader, 10 August; Central Western Daily (Orange), 10 August

Macquarie Universitymentioned in an interview with Ellie Spark from the Weather Bureau in a report about the weather and a radar course offered by AMOS, ABC 702, 15 August

The inaugural Macquarie University Business Mathematics Competition is running until the end of September, The Advertiser (Adelaide), 14 August

One of the sponsors of the Northern Districts Small Business Awards is venues@Macquarie,The Northern District Times, 8 August

Macquarie University mentioned in an interview with Ian Galloway from the CPSU about the decision to award 12 months paid maternity leave at the Australian Catholic University, ABC 702, 15 August

In this year's Good Universities Guide, Macquarie University received a one-star rating for Graduate Satisfaction in Business and Management, a two star rating for Computing and IT, a three star rating for Education and Training, a one star rating for Law, and a three star rating for Science, The Sydney Morning Herald, 16 August

Throughout August and September Penrith Regional Gallery and the Lewers Bequest will host Intimate Glimpses, a photographic exhibition from Macquarie UniversityArt Gallery, Penrith City Star, 7 August

Macquarie University's student newspaper 'MUSCateer' seeks to represent the University's students as accurately as possible and all students are free to submit their work for publication, Weekend Australian, 18 August

OFFICE OF VICE-CHANCELLOR: Head, Management Information Unit (Full-time (continuing)) - Ref. 4017.

The appointee will lead a team within the Vice-Chancellor's Office responsible for providing information required for University planning and evaluation and for reports to government and other external authorities.

Essential Criteria: A tertiary degree or its equivalent, in a relevant field, such as statistics, mathematics or computing; advanced analytical and problem-solving skills; extensive experience and high level skills in database management and statistical analysis, and ability to work with major statistical packages and common data base systems. Beyond that, the position requires a thorough understanding of the importance of performance indicators in strategic management; ability to prepare and present reports to assist senior management decision making; ability to work with academic and general staff in gaining an appreciation of their information needs and meeting those needs; and a proactive approach to the generation of analytical reports relevant to current issues.

Desirable Criteria: Advanced computer programming skills in a relevant statistical package or data base language; a relevant higher degree; knowledge of the university environment, including academic processes and reporting requirements.

Enquiries: Professor John Loxton, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic) on phone x7442 or e-mail John.Loxton@mq.edu.au

Information package: Ms Barbara Banfield on phone x7441 or e-mail Barbara.Banfield@mq.edu.au Selection criteria must be addressed in the application.

The position is available on a full-time (continuing) basis, and will be subject to the satisfactory completion of a probationary period of three months.

Salary range:Level 10 (Band 1) - $78,199 to $92,125 pa, including base salary $66,079 to $77,847 pa, 17% employer's superannuation and annual leave loading.

Applications, including full curriculum vitae, quoting the reference number, visa status, and the names and addresses (including e-mail address) of three referees, should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Personnel Office, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 31 August 2001. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.

DIVISION OF LINGUISTICS AND PSYCHOLOGY: Department of Psychology: Lecturer in Psychology (Visual Perception) (Full-time (continuing)) - Ref. 19184.

This is an excellent opportunity for a talented researcher and teacher in the field to join an established, well resourced and productive Perception laboratory within an extremely successful Department, at one of Australia's leading universities close to the heart of Sydney. The appointee will be expected to develop a vigorous, independently funded research program and to supervise honours and postgraduate projects.

Essential Criteria: Must have a PhD in psychology, or have submitted the PhD thesis before the closing date; demonstrated potential to conduct a research program that can be accommodated within the first class research facilities in the Department; experience or potential to teach effectively at all tertiary levels, including the Perception material in a first-year introductory course, in a large core second year course and in an elective third year course.

Enquiries: Professor Peter Wenderoth on telephone x8680 or e-mail peterw@vision.psy.mq.edu.au

Information package: Mrs Yvonne Roberts on phone x8030 or fax x9390 or e-mail Yvonne.Roberts@mq.edu.au Selection criteria must be addressed in the application.

See also http://vision.psy.mq.edu.au/~peterw and the Department's homepage at http://www.psy.mq.edu.au

The position is available on a full-time (continuing) basis and will be subject to probationary conditions.

Salary range: Level B (Lecturer) - $62,744 to $74,508pa, including base salary $53,019 to $62,960pa, 17% employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.

Applications, including full curriculum vitae and quoting the reference number, visa status, and the names and addresses (including e-mail address) of three referees should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Personnel Office, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 31 October 2001. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.

DIVISION OF ECONOMIC AND FINANCIAL STUDIES: Department of Economics: Associate Lecturer in Economics (Full-time (fixed-term)) - Ref. 19182.

The appointee will teach in the core 100, 200 and 300 level microeconomic and macroeconomic units and in a 100 level introductory econometrics unit. The successful applicant will be expected to make a contribution to the research and teaching programs of the Department.

Essential Criteria: A good Honours degree or a postgraduate degree in any area of economics; evidence of ability to teach at the tertiary level; preparedness to engage in research.

Enquiries: Mr W Junor on x8496, e-mail bill.junor@mq.edu.au

Applicants MUST obtain an information package, available from Mrs Anne Mercieca on x8507, e-mail anne.mercieca@mq.edu.au Selection criteria must be addressed in the application.

The position is available on a full-time (fixed-term) basis, from 1 February 2002 to 31 January 2004 and will be subject to probationary conditions.

Salary range: Level A (Associate Lecturer) - up to $59,605 pa, including base salary $37,113 to $50,367 pa, 17% employer's superannuation and annual leave loading. Salary loadings are currently available.

Applications, including full curriculum vitae, quoting the reference number, visa status, and the names and addresses (including postal and/or e-mail address) of three referees, should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Personnel Office, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 25 September 2001. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested. Women are particularly encouraged to apply.

DIVISION OF ECONOMIC AND FINANCIAL STUDIES: Department of Business: Lecturer in Business (Electronic Business) (Full-time (continuing)) - Ref. 19181.

The Department is seeking to develop its expanding interests in electronic commerce. The successful applicant will be responsible for continuing the development of recently introduced units in electronic commerce at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. The Department also seeks to establish a research reputation in electronic commerce, especially from the marketing and business strategy perspectives. The Department is responsible for the academic direction of the successful Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) and a number of BCom degrees. The Department contributes to the MCom (Business), the MCom (Marketing) and the Master of International Business degrees.

Essential Criteria: A higher degree by research in a relevant area; evidence of an active research program in a relevant area; teaching experience with evidence of teaching quality; involvement in web-based teaching initiatives.

Desirable Criteria: A successful record of industry collaboration.

Enquiries: Professor David Walters on x8461, e-mail david.walters@mq.edu.au; Professor Peter Eddey on x8523, e-mail peter.eddey@mq.edu.au

Applicants MUST obtain an information package, available from Mrs Anne Mercieca on x8507, e-mailanne.mercieca@mq.edu.auSelection criteria must be addressed in the application.

The position is available from January 2002 on a full-time (continuing) basis and will be subject to probationary conditions.

Salary range: Level B (Lecturer) - $62,744 to $74,509 pa, including base salary $53,019 to $62,961 pa, 17% employer's superannuation and annual leave loading. Salary loadings are currently available.

Applications, including full curriculum vitae, quoting the reference number, visa status, and the names and addresses (including postal and/or e-mail address) of three referees, should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Personnel Office, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 25 September 2001. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested. Women are particularly encouraged to apply.

DIVISION OF ECONOMIC AND FINANCIAL STUDIES: Department of Accounting and Finance: Associate Lecturer/Lecturer in Accounting and Finance: Accounting Information Systems (Full-time (continuing)) - Ref. 19180.

Essential criteria for both positions: Relevant Bachelors (Honours) degree or Masters degree; demonstrated capacity to teach accounting information systems; demonstrated capacity and preparedness to engage in research. For Associate Lecturer position, relevant post-tertiary professional qualification and experience, or equivalent where a professional qualification is not applicable; or an appropriate first degree with superior results in accounting and finance units and evidence of ability in research may compensate for lack of an Honours or Masters Degree.

Additional essential criteria for Lecturer: Relevant teaching experience in accounting information systems and evidence of teaching quality.

Desirable criteria for both positions: Membership or eligibility for membership at either CPA Australia or the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia; experience at both undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and in flexible learning development; ability to teach in another area of relevance to the Department.

Enquiries: Associate Professor Robert Reeve on x7848 e-mail robert.reeve@mq.edu.au

Applicants MUST obtain an information package, available from Mrs Anne Mercieca on x8507, e-mail anne.mercieca@mq.edu.au Selection criteria must be addressed in the application.

Information about the Department is also available at http://www.accg.mq.edu.au/

The position is available on a full-time (continuing) basis and will be subject to probationary conditions.

Salary range: Level A (Associate Lecturer) - up to $59,605 pa, including base salary $37,113 to $50,367 pa, 17% employer's superannuation and annual leave loading. Salary loadings are currently available.

Level B (Lecturer) - $62,744 to $74,509pa, including base salary $53,019 to $62,961pa, 17% employer's superannuation and annual leave loading. Salary loadings are currently available.

Applications, including full curriculum vitae, quoting the reference number, visa status, and the names and addresses (including postal and/or e-mail address) of three referees, should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Personnel Office, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 14 September 2001. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested. Women are particularly encouraged to apply.

DIVISION OF ECONOMIC AND FINANCIAL STUDIES: Department of Accounting and Finance: Associate Lecturer in Accounting and Finance (Full-time (continuing)) - Ref. 19179.

More than one position may be available.

Essential Criteria: Relevant Bachelors (Honours) degree or Masters degree; relevant post-tertiary professional qualification and experience, or equivalent where a professional qualification is not applicable; or an appropriate first degree with superior results in accounting and finance units and evidence of ability in research may compensate for lack of an Honours or Masters Degree.

Applicants must have evidence of ability to teach either financial accounting or finance at all undergraduate levels, including advanced undergraduate; be able to teach in another area of relevance to the Department, including finance, financial accounting, accounting information systems, management accounting or auditing.

Applicants must have a demonstrated capacity and preparedness to engage in research.

Enquiries: Associate Professor Robert Reeve on (02) 9850 7848, e-mail robert.reeve@mq.edu.au

Applicants MUST obtain an information package, available from Mrs Anne Mercieca on x8507, e-mail anne.mercieca@mq.edu.au   Selection criteria must be addressed in the application.

Information about the Department is also available at http://www.accg.mq.edu.au/

The position is available on a full-time (continuing) basis and will be subject to probationary conditions.

Salary range: Level A - up to $59,605 pa, including base salary $37,113 to $50,367 pa, 17% employer's superannuation and annual leave loading. Salary loadings are currently available.

Applications, including full curriculum vitae, quoting the reference number, visa status, and the names and addresses (including postal and/or e-mail address) of three referees, should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Personnel Office, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 14 September 2001. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested. Women are particularly encouraged to apply.

DIVISION OF ECONOMIC AND FINANCIAL STUDIES: Department of Accounting and Finance: Departmental Administrator (Full-time (continuing)) - Ref. 19177.

The appointee will assist with general administration, including administration of undergraduate programs. Duties include liaising and supporting part-time teaching staff, maintaining files and records, compiling and maintaining teaching staff rosters for student consultation, supporting academic staff with general administration, and assisting with student and unit related matters including tutorial and examination scheduling, maintenance and distribution of course materials and some data entry. The position will suit a person wishing to develop a career in university administration.

Essential Criteria: Associate Diploma and/or relevant work experience; demonstrated administrative and organisational skills; very good communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work as part of a team; accuracy and attention to detail; computer competency, including word processing, spreadsheet, e-mail and internet.

Desirable Criteria: Administrative experience in a tertiary education environment.

Enquiries and information package: Mrs Anne Mercieca on x8507 or e mail anne.mercieca@mq.edu.au Selection criteria must be addressed in the application.

Salary range: Level 4 - up to $42,849, including base salary $33,880 to $36,208 pa, annual leave loading and 17% employer's superannuation.

The position is available on a full-time (continuing) basis, and will be subject to probationary conditions. Fractional (e.g. four-fifths or half-time) appointments may be considered.

Applications, including full curriculum vitae, quoting the reference number, visa status, and the names and addresses (including postal and/or e-mail address) of three referees, should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Personnel Office, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 29 August 2001. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested. Women are particularly encouraged to apply.

DIVISION OF ECONOMIC AND FINANCIAL STUDIES: Graduate Accounting and Commerce Centre: Postgraduate Programs Assistant (Full-time (continuing)) - Ref. 19176.

The appointee will assist with the administration of postgraduate programs. Duties include student advising, support for contract teaching staff, preparation of teaching and examination schedules, and dealing with student matters in the areas of recruitment, progression, assessment and graduation. The position will suit a person wishing to develop a career in university administration.

Essential Criteria: Associate Diploma and/or relevant work experience; demonstrated administrative and organisational skills; very good communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work as part of a team; accuracy and attention to detail; computer competency; cultural awareness and willingness to work with international students.

Desirable Criteria: Administrative experience in a tertiary education environment; Bachelor degree with a business major.

Enquiries and information package: Mrs Anne Mercieca on x8507 or e-mail anne.mercieca@mq.edu.au Selection criteria must be addressed in the application.

Salary range: Level 4 - up to $42,849, including base salary $33,880 to $36,208 pa, annual leave loading and 17% employer's superannuation.

The position is available on a full-time (continuing) basis, and will be subject to probationary conditions.

Applications, including full curriculum vitae, quoting the reference number, visa status, and the names and addresses (including postal and/or e-mail address) of three referees, should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Personnel Office, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 29 August 2001. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested. Women are particularly encouraged to apply.

DIVISION OF LINGUISTICS AND PSYCHOLOGY: Department of Psychology: Lecturer in Developmental Psychology (Full-time (fixed-term)) - Ref. 16608 (Re-advertised).

The appointee will join an internationally recognised Psychology Department, offering a broad range of undergraduate and postgraduate degree programs, and close to the heart of Sydney. The appointee will be expected to develop an active and externally funded research program, to contribute to the teaching of developmental psychology at all levels of the undergraduate and postgraduate program, and to be involved in the research supervision of honours and postgraduate students.

Essential Criteria: a PhD in psychology; a track record of internationally published research; strong teaching skills.

Desirable Criteria: research and teaching interests in Developmental Psychology complementary to others in the Department.

Enquiries: Associate Professor Judy Ungerer on x8045 or e-mail judy.ungerer@mq.edu.au Also visit the Department's homepage at http://www.psy.mq.edu.au

Information package: Mrs Yvonne Roberts on x8030 or fax x9390 or e-mail Yvonne.Roberts@mq.edu.au Selection criteria must be addressed in the application.

The position is a temporary replacement, available on a full-time (fixed-term) basis for a period of three years and may be subject to probationary conditions.

Salary range: Level B (Lecturer) - $62,744 to $74,508pa, including base salary $53,019 to $62,960pa, 17% employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.

Applications, including full curriculum vitae and quoting the reference number, visa status, and the names and addresses (including e-mail address) of three referees should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Personnel Office, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 30 September 2001. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested. Previous applications for position (Ref. 16608) will be carried forward.

MACQUARIE GRADUATE SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT: Lecturer /Senior Lecturer in Management (Organisational Studies) (Full-time (continuing)) - Ref. 5486.

The Macquarie Graduate School of Management (MGSM) has established an international reputation for excellence and is recognised today as being one of the leading management schools in the Asia Pacific region. Applications are invited from scholars in the field of organisational studies who are able to make a significant contribution to the work of the School. The appointee will play a major role in scholarship, research, management teaching/supervision and assist in the development of new units of study, course material and contribute to the other professional activities within the MGSM community. The level of appointment will depend on qualifications and experience. Applicants should indicate the level at which they are applying, or whether they wish to be considered at both levels.

Essential Criteria: a postgraduate research degree in a relevant area; demonstrated capacity and preparedness to engage in research/publication; demonstrated record of excellence in teaching at postgraduate level in key management areas on MBA and executive programs; relevant industry experience.

Additional Essential Criteria for Senior Lecturer: a relevant doctoral degree, and academic experience and standing; proved record of ongoing research and publication; record of successful supervision of postgraduate research students.

Desirable Criteria: a PhD in a relevant area or significant progress towards completion or equivalent academic experience and standing; demonstrated excellence in developing and delivering innovative management programs to postgraduate and executive audiences; successful supervision of research students; evidence of attracting research grants and industry support; experience in high level consulting for industry and government sector.

Enquiries: Professor Elizabeth More, Director, MGSM on x9000 or e-mail elizabeth.more@gsm.mq.edu.au

An application package MUST be obtained prior to sending your application,
available from Mr Alan Stevenson on
x9110 or fax x6159 or e-mail alan.stevenson@gsm.mq.edu.au Selection criteria must be addressed in the application.

For more information about MGSM, visit http://www.gsm.mq.edu.au

The position is available on a full-time (continuing) basis from 2002 and will be subject to probationary conditions.

Salary range: Level B (Lecturer) - $62,744 to $74,508pa, including base salary $53,019 to $62,960pa, 17% employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading. Level C (Senior Lecturer) - $76,860 to $88,626pa, including base salary $64,948 to $74,890, 17% employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading. Salary supplementation is available to suitable applicants.

Applications, including full curriculum vitae and quoting the reference number, visa status, and the names and addresses (including e-mail address) of three referees should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Personnel Office, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 21 September 2001. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested. Women are particularly encouraged to apply.

MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY LIBRARY: ACQUISITIONS ASSISTANT (Full-time (continuing)) - Ref. 18657.

Macquarie University, as part of its Indigenous Employment Strategies, is making this position available to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants only. This is authorised by Macquarie University's Equal Employment Opportunity Management Plan in accordance with Part 9A of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).

The appointee will be responsible to the Manager, Collections Development for the performance of a range of collections development tasks including monograph ordering and accessioning, processing of invoices for library materials, editing of serial databases and maintaining the print serials collection. Duties will be reviewed following the introduction of a new Integrated Library Management System in 2002. The position will involve evening, weekend and public holiday shift work.

Essential Criteria: Higher School Certificate and relevant experience; basic database searching skills; basic word processing skills; ability to work accurately with attention to detail; excellent communication, interpersonal and team skills; a flexible and adaptable approach to a changing work environment; demonstrated commitment to quality customer service.

Desirable Criteria: Knowledge of invoicing procedures.

Enquiries: Kathryn Pearson, Manager, Collections Development on x7547 or e-mail: kpearson@library.mq.edu.au

Salary range: Level 3 - up to $39,330pa, including base salary $29,354 - $33,234pa, 17% employer's superannuation and annual leave loading.

The position is available on a full-time (continuing) basis, and will be subject to probationary conditions.

Applications, including full curriculum vitae, quoting the reference number, visa status, and the names and addresses (including postal and/or e-mail address) of three referees, should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Personnel Office, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 31 August 2001. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.

Macquarie University is committed to encouraging and providing opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in a supportive environment.

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HOUSE-SITTING AVAILABLE: We are a professional, non-smoking couple in our early 30s looking for a house to care for in the Sydney area while we save for our own place. We can look after your pets, maintain your house, garden or pool, forward your mail and pay your bills. We are discrete and will respect your privacy. We are practical, reliable and organised. References are available on request. Phone Linda on x9275(W), 0410 631 247 or Paul on 0402 006 596. E-mail housesitters@ziplip.com

FREE: Refrigerator: Big old frostless two-door frig/freezer. About 2m high, bit noisy. Might suit lab, organisation, or second fridge in home garage. Phone Barbara, 9449 5519.

HALF A HOUSE FOR RENT: Two rooms (with b/ins) plus own bathroom, own entrance. Bus at door, close to Pennant Hills station or easy drive to Macquarie University. Off-street parking. Furniture available. Non-smoker. Rent: $130p.w. plus bond and expenses.

TO LET: Rydalmere. Furnished bedroom in quiet location, close to transport and shops. Lift to Macquarie Uni (staff member). Rent: $80p.w. (+ bills); $160 bond. Contact Ian on 9850 7573(W) or 9613 9398(AH).

TO SUB-LET: Epping. Large two bedroom apartment with sunroom, balcony, separate toilet and laundry and is located within a block of the railway. Furniture use may be negotiated. Available for 12 months commencing the second week in September. Rent: $215p.w. Deposit/bond is required. Contact Keith Brown on 0409 664 468 or 9868 6323 (leave message)

ACCOMMODATION WANTED: Visiting academic seeks furnished, 2 bedroom flat or house in Sydney, accessible by public transport, February - March 2002. Contact: Gillian Emmett or Rowena Tai, x7959, pd@nceltr.mq.edu.au

My name is Friederike Klippel. I am Professor of Applied Linguistics and Language Education at Munich University, Germany. My dream is to spend part of my upcoming sabbatical at Macquarie's NCELTR to work on a book. Lorenz, our youngest son, who will be 16 in January, is keen to accompany me and try the Australian school system for a change. We're planning to be in Sydney from 25 January to 7 April 2002.

It would be lovely if we could find somewhere affordable to stay for that time. Maybe you are on sabbatical too and are going abroad? We'd be happy to house sit, water plants, and be as tidy and responsible as Germans are said to be. Neither of us smoke. Of course, we'd be very happy to help if you would like to come to Munich some time. You can contact me directly at klippel@anglistik.uni-muenchen.deor get in touch with Gillian or Rowena at NCELTR.

ACCOMMODATION: St. Leonards. One bedroom unit, fully furnished, serviced, air conditioned, carport. Five minute walk to shops, train, bus (direct route to Macquarie University). Suits visiting academics. Rent: $350p.w. Phone Irmi on 9439 5390.

TO LET: Chatswood CBD. Brand new extra large studio apartment, heated pool, 24-hour concierge, ducted air conditioning. Built-ins, microwave, large balcony, views overlooking swimming pool and bushland. Rent: $300p.w. neg. Contact Hala, 9385-2532(W), 9697 2334(AH) or e-mail: h.zreiqat@unsw.edu.au

HOUSITTERS AVAILABLE:Couple offering their caring and organised selves to those needing their homes sat. We provide anything you may need, such as pool and garden maintenance, caring for pets, handling mail, paying bills, whilst respecting your need for privacy. We are a professional married couple in our late thirties. We are tidy, handy and non-smokers. References will be supplied upon request. Phone Doug or Roslyn Hayman on 9372 4257, x9716 or 0409 121 362. E-mail: houseitter@ziplip.com

WANTED TO BUY:Used car. Automatic, reliable, long registration, low kilometres, power steering, hatchback preferred, sedans considered, all makes and models considered. Up to $4,000. Contact Rachael on x7854.

FOR SALE:Mitsubishi Triton V6 Dual Cab FWD with canopy 1991 delux model, registered to June 2002. $16,550 ono. Phone Sue on x9934 or 9684 4658 (AH).

FOR SALE: Netgear DS524 10/100 24 port hub. New in box. $400. Contact Kim on x7377 or 9629 4543(AH).

2001

August

INTEGRATING GENERIC SKILLS INTO THE CURRICULUM (3): USING SELF AND PEER ASSESSMENT AS A WAY OF DEVELOPING GENERIC SKILLS: 1.00 to 3.00 pm in E6A 116. To book call CPD on x 9721 or e-mail cpd@mq.edu.au

Monday 27 August
ANCIENT HISTORY: SOCIETY FOR THE STUDY OF EARLY CHRISTIANITY: PUBLIC LECTURE: Will the Real Jesus Please Stand Up? Presented by Professor Ben Witherington lll in collaboration with the United Theological College in its auditorium at 16 Masons Drive, North Parramatta. 7.30pm. No need to book. Enquiries: Dr John Squires 8838 8930.

Monday 27 or Wednesday 29 August
WARDEN TRAINING : 9.30am to 1.00pm in E6A 116. Enquiries: Ugo Cernot, x9723. To book call CPD on x 9721 or e-mail cpd@mq.edu.au. Attend one session only.

Tuesday 28 August
STATISTICS DEPARTMENT SEMINAR:  Quasi-Monte Carlo Algorithms for High Dimensional Integrals, presented by Professor Henryk Wozniakowski (Columbia University and University of Warsaw). 1.00 to 2.00pm in C5C 418. Enquiries: Dr Jun Ma x8548 or Sandra Ticehurst x8555.

Wednesday 29 August
MODERN HISTORY SEMINAR: The Anatomy of Sydney's Upper 400: Sydney Society in the Inter-war Period, presented by Jane Hunt (History, Macquarie). 1.00 to 2.30pm in W6A 127. Enquiries: Mary Spongberg x8887.

Wednesday 29 August
POLITICS SEMINAR:The Rise of the Indigenous Sector, presented by Tim Rowse (Centre for Aboriginal Economic Policy Research, ANU). 11.00am to 12.30pm in W6A 107. Everybody welcome. Enquires: x8869.

Wednesday 29 and Thursday 30 August
PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT ACADEMIC ADVISER TRAINING : 9.00am to 5.00pm in the SAM Function Rooms, Level 3. Enquiries: Mariejosee Shurey-Boesten, x9619. Lunch will be provided. Bookings: CPD on x9721 or e-mail cpd@mq.edu.au

Wednesday 29 August
MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY LIBRARY FRIENDS:Debbie Campbell from Picture Australia (National Library of Australia) will speak to the Friends in the Mollie Thomson Room, Level 5, Library at 5.30 for 6.00pm. All welcome. Enquiries: Mrs Cissy Wong x7499.

Thursday 30 August
BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES MUSEUM PRESENTS THURSDAY ALIVE:The Fight to be Male. How do people become male or female? Scientific work in the 1970s revealed a remarkable battle within the womb in the fight to be male. The controversial implications of this research into sex and the evidence it has presented are examined. Among surprises - the HY antigen protein is solely responsible for building male organs. If it is destroyed, the material re-forms into female organs. 1.00 to 2.00pm in the Biological Sciences Museum, E8B 110. Enquiries: Frank Stadler x8168 or e-mail: fstadler@rna.bio.mq.edu.au

Friday 31 August
DEPARTMENT OF EARTH & PLANETARY SCIENCES SEMINAR: Stress and Deformation in a Bending Elastoviscoplastic Oceanic Lithosphere, presented by Dr Richard Albert (University of Sydney). 1.05pm in E7B 100 (off covered courtyard). Enquiries: John Veevers, x8355 or Ann Wilde, x8373.

Friday 31 August
ANCIENT HISTORY:  LATE ANTIQUITY RESEARCH SEMINARS: Texts, Trolls, and Traditions: The Politics of Studies in Ethnicity in the Late Antique West, presented by Dr Andrew Gillett (Macquarie). All welcome (no charge). 3:00 to 4:30pm in the Museum for Ancient Cultures Seminar Room, X5B 321. Enquiries: Andrew Gillett, x9966, e-mail: andrew.gillett@mq.edu.au
 

September

Monday 3 September
LEADING AND MANAGING AN ACADEMIC UNIT: 1.00 to 2.00pm in E6A 116. Lunch will be provided. Enquiries: Lyn Hammett, x9776. Bookings: CPD on x9721 or e-mail cpd@mq.edu.au

Tuesday 4 September
INTEGRATING GENERIC SKILLS INTO THE CURRICULUM (4) - ACADEMIC WRITING IN THE DISCIPLINES - ASSISTING STUDENTS TO DEVELOP THEIR SKILLS: 1.00 to 3.00pm in E6A 116. Enquiries: Sharon Fraser, x9779. Bookings: CPD on x9721 or e-mail cpd@mq.edu.au

Tuesday 4 September
ANCIENT HISTORY: SOCIETY FOR THE STUDY OF EARLY CHRISTIANITY: RESEARCH SERIES: Bible Translating for Pacific Islanders presented by the Rev. Greg Fox. Donation: $7, ($5 SSEC members). 7.30pm in W3A 501. Enquiries: Pat Geidans x7512, Anne Irish x8833, Beth Lewis x7560.

Wednesday 5 September
OH&S FOR MANAGERS, SUPERVISORS AND SAFETY COORDINATORS: 9.30am to 4.30pm in E6A 116. Enquires: Ugo Cernot, x9723. Bookings: CPD on x9721 or e-mail cpd@mq.edu.au. Lunch will be provided.

Wednesday 5 September
MODERN HISTORY SEMINAR:Whiteness and Australian Cultural History, presented by Hsu Ming Teo (History, Macquarie). 1.00 to 2.30pm in W6A 127. Enquiries: Mary Spongberg x8887.

Wednesday 5 September
POLITICS SEMINAR: Globalisation and Social Movements, presented by Dairmuid Maguire (Government & International Relations, University of Sydney). 11.00am to 12.30pm in W6A 107. Everybody welcome. Enquires: x8869.

6 September - 13 October
ETERNITY, A TRIBUTE TO ARTHUR STACE 1884-1967, paintings by David Lever, Macquarie University Library, exhibition area, level 2.

Thursday 6 September
BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES MUSEUM PRESENTS THURSDAY ALIVE: Glen or Glenda? A film exploring the social and personal issues of sex change - based on a true story. 1.00 to 2.00pm in the Biological Sciences Museum, E8B 110. Enquiries: Frank Stadler x8168 or e-mail: fstadler@rna.bio.mq.edu.au

Thursday 6 September
DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY SEMINAR: Land-Air Exchanges of Energy, Water and Carbon at Multiple Space and Time Scales, presented by Dr Helen Cleugh. 1.00pm in Building E5A 143. Enquiries: Karyn Knowles, x8426 or e-mail karyn.knowles@mq.edu.au

Friday 7 September
DEPARTMENT OF EARTH & PLANETARY SCIENCES SEMINAR:Jurassic S-type Granites, Peninsular Ranges Batholith, Southern California, presented by Dr Stirling Shaw (Macquarie). 1.05pm in E7B 100 (off covered courtyard). Enquiries: John Veevers, x8355 or Ann Wilde, x8373.

Friday 7 September
SELECTING THE BEST: 9.30am to 5.00pm in E6A 116. Enquiries: Mariejosee Shurey-Boesten, x9619. Bookings: CPD on x9721 or e-mail cpd@mq.edu.au. Lunch will be provided.

Friday 7 September
ANCIENT HISTORY:  LATE ANTIQUITY RESEARCH SEMINARS: How the Angel Found His Wings: The Birth of the Christian Angel, presented by Norman Ricklefs. All welcome (no charge). 3:00 to 4:30pm in the Museum for Ancient Cultures Seminar Room, X5B 321. Enquiries: Andrew Gillett, x9966, e-mail: andrew.gillett@mq.edu.au


Tuesday 11 September
CONFLICTS: HOW TO MANAGE THEM EFFECTIVELY AND POWERFULLY: 9.30am to 4.30pm in E6A 116. Enquiries: Mariejosee Shurey-Boesten, x9619. Bookings: CPD on x9721 or e-mail cpd@mq.edu.au. Lunch will be provided.

Tuesday 11 September
FREE LUNCHTIME LECTURE: with the artist, David Lever at 1.30pm.

Wednesday 12 September
MODERN HISTORY SEMINAR: From Mafeking and Back: Conference Report, presented by Jill Roe (History, Macquarie). 1.00 to 2.30pm in W6A 127. Enquiries: Mary Spongberg x8887.

Wednesday 12 September
INTEGRATING GENERIC SKILLS INTO THE CURRICULUM (5): CRITICAL THINKING AND CREATIVITY - HOW CAN WE RECOGNISE THEM?: 1.00 to 3.00pm in E6A 116. Enquiries: Sharon Fraser, x9779. Bookings: CPD on x9721 or e-mail cpd@mq.edu.au.

Wednesday 12 September
POLITICS SEMINAR: The Third Influence: The Blair Government and Australian Labor, presented by Carol Johnson (Politics, Adelaide University). 11.00am to 12.30pm in W6A 107. Everybody welcome. Enquires: x8869.

Thursday 13 September
BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES MUSEUM PRESENTS THURSDAY ALIVE:Anatomy of Desire. This provocative documentary examines the long-standing debate on the origins of sexual preference and looks at the historical attempts to define, control and eradicate same-sex desire. Includes archival footage and interviews, such as scientist Simon LeVay, who argues that a section of the brain causes sexual orientation. 1.00 to 2.00pm in the Biological Sciences Museum, E8B 110. Enquiries: Frank Stadler x8168 or e-mail: fstadler@rna.bio.mq.edu.au

Friday 14 September
MUSEUM OF ANCIENT CULTURES LANGUAGE SHOWCASE SERIES: A Language Colloquium in Honour of Alan Treloar: There will be a varied program from 2.00 to 5.00pm with afternoon tea provided in the Seminar Room of the Museum of Ancient Cultures. Enquiries and RSVP (for catering purposes): Trevor on x7562 or e-mail tevans@matra.com.au or phone x7562

Wednesday 19 September
MODERN HISTORY SEMINAR:Oceans of Consolation, presented by Trevor McClaughlin (History, Macquarie). 1.00 to 2.30pm in W6A 127. Enquiries: Mary Spongberg x8887.

Wednesday 19 September
POLITICS SEMINAR:Strategy, Society and Civility: Weberian and Constructivist Approaches to the Modernisation of Military Medicine, presented by Jessica Ellis (Politics, Macquarie). 11.00am to 12.30pm in W6A 107. Everybody welcome. Enquires: x8869.

Thursday 20 September
BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES MUSEUM PRESENTS THURSDAY ALIVE:Untold Desires. Highlights the struggle that people with disabilities face in their quest to be recognised as human beings with the same sexual needs as more able bodied people. 1.00 to 2.00pm in the Biological Sciences Museum, E8B 110. Enquiries: Frank Stadler x8168 or e-mail: fstadler@rna.bio.mq.edu.au

Friday 21 September
CENTRE FOR BIODIVERSITY AND BIORESOURCES SEMINAR: Incorporating the Value of iodiversity in Production Decisions, presented by Dr Bob Smith (Chief Executive Officer, State Forests New South Wales). 1.00 to 2.00pm in E8A 290.

Wednesday 26 September
ANCIENT HISTORY: SOCIETY FOR THE STUDY OF EARLY CHRISTIANITY: PUBLIC LECTURE: Sacred Art in Theology and Worship of the Armenian Church presented by Dr Vrej Nersessian (Keeper of Armenian Manuscripts at the British Library). 7.30pm in X5B 321. Donation: $5. Enquiries: Pat Geidans x7512, Anne Irish x8833, Beth Lewis x7560, Alanna Nobbs x8844.

27 September - 1 November
BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES MUSEUM PRESENTS THURSDAY ALIVE: (interrupted by 2 weeks of ANIMALmagic program) The second sex. Four episodes (60 minutes each) on women in the latter part of the 20th century. Topics covered include female circumcision, education, infanticide, incest, rape and work. Simone de Beauvoir takes a leading part in these programs, with Indira Gandhi, Gloria Steinem, Kate Millett, Yvette Roudy and others. Episode 2: includes maternal instinct and matrimony, the Church. Episode 3: Female beauty and behaviour. Grace Jones, Norman Mailer, Susan Sontag, Francesco Bosi. Episode 4: Work. 1.00 to 2.00pm in the Biological Sciences Museum, E8B 110. Enquiries: Frank Stadler x8168 or e-mail: fstadler@rna.bio.mq.edu.au