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26 May 2000

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MACQUARIE'S NEW ORGAN TO BE
  HEARD IN CHORAL CONCERT

The Macquarie University Singers will be joined by four exciting young Sydney singers - soprano Katherine Crotty, counter tenor David Hansen, tenor Nicholas Bentivoglio and baritone Alexander Lewis - who will feature in Dvorak's Mass in D, Op.86. Dvorak composed this work for the consecration of a new chapel. The soloists will also perform Britten's setting of Christopher Smart's religiously inspired poetry Rejoice in the Lamb and Purcell's popular Rejoice in the Lord Alway (the Bell Anthem).

The Singers will also present a selection of "David" anthems from English contemporaries Thomas Weelkes, Orlando Gibbons and Thomas Tomkins, each a highly regarded organist and chorister in his own right.

For enquiries and tickets for the 3 June performance, phone x7818.

UNIVERSITY COUNCIL ELECTION NOTICE

"At the close of nominations for the election of one Member of the Council by the Students of the University, there being only one nomination, I declare that The-Bao Ho has been duly elected to Council by the Students pursuant to Section 9(5)(c) of the Macquarie University Act 1989:

The term of office will be from 22 May 2000 to 21 May 2001."

  FOUR OCTOBER GRADUATION CEREMONIES

Wednesday 4 October
9.30am

Division of Economic and Financial Studies
(Higher degrees and postgraduate diplomas)
Graduate School of Management

Wednesday 4 October
2.00pm

Division of Economic and Financial Studies
(Graduate diplomas and undergraduate degrees)
International College of Tourism and Hotel Management
Division of Early Childhood and Education

Thursday 5 October
9.30am

Division of Law
Division of Environmental and Life Sciences
Division of Linguistics and Psychology

Thursday 5 October
2.00pm

Division of Humanities
Division of Society, Culture, Media and Philosophy
Division of Information and Communication Sciences

Brian J Spencer
Registrar and Vice-Principal

CFL WORKSHOP

An Introduction to WebCT and QuickCT: WebCT and QuickCT are two mechanisms available on the Macquarie University Online Teaching Facility (MUOTF) for delivering online teaching. CFL will conduct an information session to provide an overview of their functions, differences and potential in teaching. The session will be on Thursday 8 June, from 1.00 to 2.00pm in the Mollie Thomson Room, Level 5, Library. No bookings are required.

TAIZE PRAYER SERVICES: CHANGE OF DAY

Taize is a time of quietness, song and prayer led by the Uniting Church and Catholic Chaplains. For further information, contact Rev Peter Walker (Uniting Church Chaplain), on x7597.

  CZECH PAINTINGS AND SCULPTURE AT ART GALLERY

During his first visit to the Czech Republic in the early seventies, Davis was struck by tapestry works that reflected a Czech sensibility. Both the Czech tapestries and the pieces made by Davis document the association that has lasted over thirty years.

The exhibition will be on display in Building E11A from 24 May until 11 June, (open Monday to Thursday and Saturday from 1.00 to 4.30pm). A common thread that runs through the exhibition is the way both the Czech and Australian artists are returning to look at the landscape and the figure.

Czech Paintings and Sculpture is the first exhibition at Macquarie University Art Gallery in which the works are for sale. The transport of the Czech works was sponsored by the Ministry of Culture for the Czech Republic.

This exhibition has been curated by a young Australian sculptor Linda Klarfeld, who this year completed a monumental sculpture, called Twelve Stations of the Cross, at Macquarie Park Cemetery. Her figurative works are included in the exhibition.

Macquarie University is delighted to have this opportunity to welcome the Czech community on to the campus and hopes the resulting dialogue will encourage new, productive partnerships. For further information, phone Linda Klarfeld on 9924 0036, Rhonda Davis (education officer) on 9456 3765, or Peter Stanbury (museums and collections adviser) on x7431.

TOYOTA FINANCE RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP 2000

The funds may be used to undertake travel to Japan or a similar project. It is expected that the results of the research will be published in a scholarly publication with the acknowledgment of assistance provided by the Toyota Finance Research Fellowship. The successful applicant would also be expected to present a seminar on his or her research, which would later be published as part of the Centre for Japanese Economic Studies Research Paper series.

Applications should be submitted to the Director of the Centre for Japanese Economic Studies by 21 June 2000. Applicants should submit a research proposal and a brief explanation of planned expenditure. Applicants should address the selection criteria as shown below, and frame their applications accordingly.

The applications will be assessed by a Selection Committee comprising the Director of the Centre, the Head of the Division of Economics and Financial Studies and a Research Adviser to the Centre.

This fellowship was established by a donation from Toyota Finance Australia Ltd to assist academic staff of Macquarie University to increase their knowledge of the Japanese economy, and eventually, support stronger and better relations between the two countries.

For more information, phone Dr Craig Freedman, Director, on x7444.

Selection Criteria:
The successful applicant must:

1. be a current member of the academic staff at Macquarie University;
2. be researching in an area relevant to the Japanese economy or its relationship to other economies;
3. provide the selection committee with a research proposal and brief explanation of proposed expenses;
4. be willing to acknowledge the financial assistance of the Toyota Finance Research Fellowship in any publication resulting from the research done while on the Fellowship;
5. be willing to present a Seminar on their research for the Centre for Japanese Economic Studies and have the seminar published as part of the Centre's Research Paper series within a year after being granted the fellowship.

SCHOOL HOLIDAY WORKSHOPS

At the Creatures of Desire workshop at the Institute of Early Childhood Macquarie University on Tuesday 4 and Wednesday 5 July (5-7 years) and Thursday 6 and Friday 7 July (8-12 years), the participants will engage in three sessions each of Art, Drama and Music. The participants will all start this workshop with a visit to Macquarie University's Biological Sciences Museum where they will be introduced to an extensive collection of corals and shells, hundreds of rare and beautiful beetles and skeletal displays.

At the Puppet Olympics! Workshop at Sydney University on Tuesday 11 and Wednesday 12 July (5-7 years) and Thursday 13 and Friday 14 July (8-12 years), the participants will engage in three Olympic events - Puppetry, Drama and Music. Although athletic performances are not sought here - and there will not be any gold medals - the Olympics will provide the inspiration for the children's imagination.

Cost for each workshop is $125 for two full-day sessions.

For further information contact Neil Hunt phone 9360 4734, fax 9360 6256.

MUPRA ANNUAL LECTURE

Henry Reynolds, an author/historian, is at the forefront of the most important debate in Australia as we enter the twenty-first century. The latest of his nine published books is Why Weren't We Told? (Penguin 1999). It is a frank account of his personal journey towards the realisation that he, like generations of Australians, grew up with a distorted and idealised version of the past. The author's unforgettable encounter in a North Queensland jail with injustice towards Aboriginal children, and his friendship with Eddi Mabo, shatter the myths about our "peaceful" history.

Born in Hobart in 1938, Henry Reynolds taught in secondary schools in Australia and England after receiving his MA from the University of Tasmania. On his appointment as lecturer at the Townsville University College, he was responsible for setting up the program in Australian history. His primary research interest has been the history of Aboriginal-white relations in Australia.

MUPRA Executive contacts in 1999-2000 are Mutuota Kigotho, Melinda Menning and Jim Morris. E-mail: mupra@mq.edu.auphone: x7699, fax: x9944, website:http://www.mq.edu.au/mupra/

Vivienne Zelig, MUPRA Development Officer

UNIVERSITY MANAGEMENT POSITION AVAILABLE

Curtin University is committed to social justice and values diversity in the workplace. The University is seeking to enhance workplace diversity and for this particular position women are strongly encouraged to apply.

Prospective applicants should obtain an application package, which will be forwarded on request, by e-mail badenkov@vc.curtin.edu.auphone (08) 9266 3929 or fax (08) 9266 2401. Selection criteria are available at the website http://recruit.curtin.edu.au/ Applications should be submitted to the Associate Director, Recruitment and Staff Planning by 16 June 2000. For further position-related information, applicants should contact Mr Peter Walton, Executive General Manager, University Resources on (08) 9266 7003.

State of Origin III
Your last chance to catch all the excitement of State of Origin! Watch the final match on the big screen in the Bar from 7.00pm on Wednesday 7 June, while enjoying our half-time Beer and Dinner Deal.

The Book Shwop
SAM's second-hand Book Shwop makes its return in Week 13 - watch out for full details in What's Up and the next issue of Staff News.

SAM Activities
The Hive appear live in the Courtyard on Monday 29 May, followed by Diana Ah Naid and band on Monday 5 June. Market Day is back on Tuesday 6 June, with heaps of stalls selling clothes, books, jewellery and more.

Passing Show
Issue 4 of Passing Show is out now. Pick up a copy at any of the red SAM boxes around campus.

New Look for the Courtview Restaurant
The Courtview Restaurant has a brand new look. Come and visit the fresh, modern Courtview and try our new Autumn menu. It features hearty dishes including Curry Lamb Pie, Szechwan Peppered Steak and Tuscan Soup as well as some lighter alternatives including the Smoked Salmon Tartlet and Baby Octopus Risotto. All meals are still under $10.

The Courtview is on Level 2 of the SAM Building, is fully licensed and open Monday to Friday, 12 noon to 2.30pm. Reservations are advised (phone x7609 or e-mail to admin@union.mq.edu.au)Please remember to include your phone number as e-mail reservations are confirmed by phone.

SAM… the new name
Students At Macquarie (SAM) is the new name that Macquarie University Union has adopted for the new century.

Nicky Shortridge, x7045
Acting Member Services Manager

Equal Opportunity Policy and Practice: Essential Information for Leaders and Managers
Monday 5 June 12.30 - 4.30pm SAM Building, Level 3

This half-day workshop conducted by CPD in conjunction with the EO Office and the Chair of the EO Committee will provide participants with:

•  information on why you need to know about EO, discrimination and harassment
•  essential information concerning the roles and responsibilities of those in formal positions of

     responsibility in relation to equal opportunity
•  advice on how these policies and principles should be enacted in the workplace

Facilitators: Ed Davis, Sarah Levin, Anthea Lowe from the NSW Anti-Discrimination Board, Mariejosee Shurey-Boesten and Moya Adams
Enquiries: Alison Cameron, x7598

Addressing Bio-safety Issues in Research
Tuesday 6 June 1.00 - 3.00pm E6A 116

This workshop has been designed to provide participants with the opportunity to further develop their understanding of bio-safety, the relevant legislative and policy frameworks within which researchers and institutions must operate, and the management practices that must be followed in order to meet the requirements of these policies.

Facilitators: Professor Peter Bergquist, Associate Professor Millar Whalley and Dr Duncan Veal
Enquiries: Alison Cameron, x7598

Self and Time Management
Wednesday 7 June 8.00 - 11.30am E6A 116

In this workshop, which is suitable for both academic and general staff, we will explore:

•  Different beliefs and approaches to time
•  Ways to manage ourselves and our time more satisfactorily

Facilitator: Lyn Hammett
Enquiries: Mariejosee Shurey-Boesten, x9619

IT Showcase
Wednesday 7 June 1.00 - 2.00pm E6A 116

From 1.00 - 1.30pm, Mark Evans from the Centre for Contemporary Music Studies will discuss the incorporation of online learning in his course, ARTS210 - Arts Practicum I.

In the second half, Dr Matilda Kolandaisamy will demonstrate how A Virtual Tour of the Library was developed by library staff, using the facilities of the e-studio.

Facilitators: Bronte Somerset and Andrew Burrell
Enquiries: Andrew Burrell, x9674

OHS Policy: Issues in Managing Compliance
Thursday 8 June 1.00 - 3.00pm E6A 116

This two-hour workshop conducted by CPD, in conjunction with the Personnel Office and the University's OHS Officer, will provide participants with:

•  essential information concerning the roles of those in formal positions of responsibility for OHS, and
•  advice on how to ensure OHS policy is appropriately enacted in their workplace.

Cross Cultural Effectiveness
Wednesday 14 June 9.30am - 4.30pm E6A 116

This workshop is intended to heighten the awareness of both academic and general staff to cultural differences, to give useful information about what this means regarding our communication styles, and to offer strategies for more effective communication. Lunch will be provided.

Facilitator: External consultant Charles Khoo
Enquiries: Mariejosee Shurey-Boesten, x9619

Media mentions: While we use a commercial print media monitoring service, it sometimes misses the mentions and it does not cover radio or television. 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. This column relies on your help for mentions in, or appearances 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 Michele Bawden (2SER): said, when warning other community stations not to take the John Laws show, that the community radio sector was originally designed to be an alternative to mainstream broadcasting and shouldn't simply act as relay stations for commercial radio, The Daily Telegraph, 19 May

Mr Tim Besley (Chancellor): said the Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering's new online resource gave access to authoritative information about Australia's world-class legacy in science and technology, The Australian, 10 May

Ms Anita Chang (Asian Languages): reported as one of the judges on the year 2000 National Chinese Eisteddford, Chinese Post, 4 May; reported as one of the speakers at 2000 Australia Chinese Book Fair, Jiangsu, The Australian Chinese Daily, 5 May

Mr Khay-Tuck Chow (Economics graduate): has been appointed as an investment associate with Ausbil Partners, Business NSW, 5 May

Associate Professor Frank Clarke (Modern History): presented the Big History Question on the Red Flag riots of returned servicemen in the years between 1919 and 1923, ABC Radio 2BL, 4 May; presented another episode in the regular series on Australian Prime Ministers (Billy Hughes), ABC Radio 2BL, 10 May

Ms Kim Conway and Associate Professor Graeme Russell (Psychology): conducted a study of 39 women and 32 male partners and found that men can grieve just as deeply, if not more, than their partners after a miscarriage, The Daily Telegraph, 12 May; The Courier Mail, 12 May; The Newcastle Herald, 12 May; The Northern Territory News, 18 May

Professor John Croucher (Statistics): was interviewed about his role as Chair of the Responsible Gaming Committee of NSW and his views on the new gaming regulations, Statewide, ABC TV, 12 May and 13 May; quoted in relation to the now illegal practice of using inducements to encourage people to gamble, The Sun-Herald, 14 May; commented on the amount of money lost by gamblers in NSW and the brochures on responsible gaming he prepared on behalf of the Department of Gaming and Racing, The Sun-Herald, 21 May

Professor Ed Davis (MGSM): his research with Paul Gollan of the London School of Economics suggests that the growth of collective employee involvement and participation programs can be directly correlated to improved organisational performance, The Australian Financial Review, 8 May; says that executives who prefer to negotiate contracts directly with employers may find they benefit from a short course in negotiation skills, The Australian Financial Review, 18 May

Professor Mitchell Dean (Sociology): said misbehaving professional footballers should not be blamed solely for their off-field antics and the system needed to be more supportive in the lives of young professional players, The Canberra Times, 12 May; The Illawarra Mercury, 12 May; The Sydney Morning Herald, 12 May; The Daily Telegraph, 12 May; ABC Radio PM, 12 May; The Sunday Telegraph, 14 May; The Sun-Herald, 14 May; Channel 10 News, 14 May; was criticised by ARL Chairman Colin Love who says that while there have been occasional breaches in the past, the general performance of rugby league players in public has risen significantly, The Daily Telegraph, 13 May

Dr Judith Dickson (Dean of Students): said that the university is granting Jubilee Scheme places to between 450 and 600 students each year, Family Living Magazine, April/May

Dr Michael Gillings (Biological Sciences): was a member of the Science in the Pub panel discussing The Future of the Metanormal - Will Science Ever Explain the Unexplained? held at the Harlequin Inn (Pyrmont), 10 May; excerpts from the discussion were broadcast on the Discovery Program, Radio 2SER, 16 May; and on Community Broadcasting Association of Australia Satellite, 22 May

Emeritus Professor Yasmine Gooneratne (English/Humanities): article announcing her visit to Kuala Lumpur as External Examiner at the University of Malaya, a reading from her poetry and fiction at Silverfish Books on 10 May, and her delivery of a University address on 11 May, National Straits Times, Malaysia

Mr John Hudson (Earth Sciences graduate): is now one of the program managers remediating the Olympic site at Homebush Bay, The Sydney Morning Herald, 13 May

Mr Sooksan Kantabutra (DBA candidate, MSGM): wrote that Thailand must focus on preserving its environment via ecologically sustainable development, The Nation (English language newspaper in Thailand), 17 May

Dr Robin Kramar (MGSM): wrote an article saying that the term "team" is frequently used to refer to work groups, but its use in these situations can create unrealistic expectations about the way the group is to operate and its purpose, The Australian Financial Review, 8 May

Mr Robert Lawton (Sports Association): is off to Quebec City to attend an International Olympic Committee congress as a representative of NSW Olympic Council, The Northern District Times, 17 May

Ms Wendy Maxwell (Arts graduate): will graduate from Macquarie's Jubilee Scheme this April with a BA History and will be the first in her family to receive a university degree, Family Living Magazine, April/May

Mr Michael Milgate (MGSM): wrote an article entitled Don't Get Better, Get Different, Marketing and Business, May; wrote an article titled Feedback: The Board Must Have the Last Word, B&T Weekly, 11 February

Professor Pam Peters (Linguistics): said it was unlikely that Aussie lingo would enjoy a resurgence during the Olympics, The Sunday Mail (Qld), 21 May

Mr Ted Pretty (Arts/Law graduate): is second-in-command of Telstra and has a reputation as a whirlwind dealmaker, The Sun-Herald, 14 May; has a law degree from Macquarie University, The Daily Telegraph, 20 May

Professor Ron Rapee (Psychology): and his team are conducting a world-first study to discover how high risk children can be spared the agony of full-blown anxiety disorders as they grow into adulthood, Quantum, ABC TV, 11 May

Dr Graeme Russell and Ms Lyndy Bowman (Psychology): undertook research for the Federal Government and found that pressures on working parents are more likely to damage childhood development than placing infants in child care, The Sydney Morning Herald, 16 May

Mr Frank Stadler (Biological Sciences): visited Seaforth Multicare Centre, taking a cockroach, a grasshopper and a scorpion to show the kids, and said it's important to reach younger kids, where insect phobia and critter phobia starts, The Manly Daily, 18 May

Professor David Throsby (Economics): provided commentary on the Federal Budget, ABC Radio National, 9 and 10 May

Mr McKenzie Wark (Media): reviewed Amazon.com - Get Big Fast Inside the Revolutionary Business Model that Changed the World, The Australian Financial Review, 8 May; wrote about urbanisation and reviewed John Dale's new book Huckstepp: A Dangerous Life, The Australian, 10 May

Issues and Events

Macquarie University is one of the universities not linked to a clearly defined cluster that regularly meets with Education Minister Dr Kemp, The Australian, 10 May

Researchers at Macquarie University and Charles Sturt University found that government-regulated child care centres or family day care had no detrimental effects, Sunday Age, 7 May

Macquarie University is now home to one of Sydney's most recognised prostitutes - a sculpture of Joy by artist Loui Fraser, The Northern District Times, 10 May; The Sydney Weekly, 9 May

According to a Letter to the Editor of the Manly Daily, a Macquarie University professor informed residents they have not felt the interest rate increases because those on the northern beaches have increased their wealth in other ways, The Manly Daily, 12 May

The proposed new underground station at Macquarie University as part of the Parramatta-Chatswood rail link provides opportunities to improve the attractiveness of the North Ryde area for employment, education and research, The Sydney Morning Herald, 15 May

Macquarie University had too many big guns for newly merged University of NSW-Eastern Suburbs in their Australian Rules clash last Saturday, The Weekly Times, 10 May

Community radio station 2SER-FM, owned by Macquarie University and UTS, has issued a warning to fellow broadcasters not to take the John Laws show, The Daily Telegraph, 19 May

New deals with Macquarie and Flinders Universities have seen an increase in the market's response to Technology One's Student One software package, and has contributed to Technology One's pre-tax profit increase of 47%, Fairfax IT (it.fairfax.com.au), 18 May

Macquarie University has pioneered a preschool program successfully integrating regular students with those who have special needs, Educare News, May

The new Chatswood-Parramatta rail link, with its station at Macquarie University, will benefit Mina, a freelance graphic designer, who has a business in Parramatta and many customers based at Macquarie Park, The Sun-Herald, 21 May

Through Our Eyes: National Conference on the Legal Needs of Women in Regional, Rural and Remote Australia'
14-15 June 2000, Albury NSW
13 June 2000 - Pre-Conference Meeting and Networks Day
The National Women's Justice Coalition and the Albury Wodonga Community Legal Centre invite you to a national conference focusing on the legal needs of the two million women living in regional, rural and remote Australia.

What kinds of problems relating to the law and legal protection do women living in regional, rural or remote Australia have? Is there adequate access to legal assistance and other relevant services? What kind of assistance and services are needed? What "works" and what doesn't! The conference will showcase and debate service delivery models and bring together community workers, service providers, courts, researchers, advisers and parliamentarians. Speakers include a number of prominent political, legal and community service names.

The conference will be of particular interest to women from rural, regional and remote Australia, service providers (including community workers, researchers, and legal service providers), researchers and academics from a range of institutions and disciplines (e.g. law, rural development, sociology, family studies, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander studies), government policy advisers, federal, state and local politicians, and sector and representative bodies.

There will be plenary sessions and simultaneous workshop sessions. In order to promote the broadest possible input and participation, workshops sessions will continue to be added until 5.00pm on the Thursday before the conference. So you are very welcome to contact us (see contacts below) if you are interested in presenting a workshop at this conference. Conference coordinator is Helen McGowan phone 6021 6294, e-mail: helencls@albury.net.au Full registration $300, for details see website. Register by e-mail to expo@albury.net.au

You are welcome to join the conference e-mail list for conference updates. A web discussion board will be available shortly for pre-conference discussion and networking. Check the website at http://www.nwjc.org.au/rrr.htm

The conference website will also be updated to give information about network meetings, including times and locations, to be held on the pre-conference networks and meeting day.

The Social Origins of Health and Well-being: From the Planetary to the Molecular
National Convention Centre, Canberra
10 and 11 July 2000
The Health Inequalities Research Collaboration was established by the Australian Government to promote a better understanding of why some groups in the community are healthier than others. An important conference sponsored by the Collaboration will be held in Canberra on Monday and Tuesday 10-11 July 2000. An exceptional group of speakers will present papers offering an Australian and New Zealand perspective on the social determinants of health, including work, family, income, social capital, the environment and globalisation.

The papers will be published as a book, but it is desired to ensure that they are first debated and discussed by leading researchers and decision makers from both Australia and New Zealand.

Following the two-day conference, three research network meetings and a research methods workshop will be held concurrently at the same venue on Wednesday 12 July. The network meetings will focus on the early years of life, healthy rural communities and primary health care.

The convenors of the three meetings are issuing separate invitations to people with special interests in these areas. The research methodologies workshop will focus on methods applicable to health inequalities research, including record linkage, longitudinal research, the monitoring of inequalities and multilevel analysis. This workshop will be open to all those attending the conference. Participants from each of the four concurrent sessions will come together mid-afternoon to discuss the way forward for the research networks.

The registration fee is $300 (see website for further details). For further information contact Susan Lindsay, Health Inequalities Research Collaboration, National Centre for Epidemiology and Population Health, ANU. Phone 6249 5008, fax: 6249 0740, e-mail: Susan.Lindsay@anu.edu.au Website: http://nceph.anu.edu.au/specproj/hirc.htm

Survey Research on the Internet - The Honeymoon is Over!
28 September 2000, Imperial College, London
The Internet is now established, and is likely to shape the way survey researchers operate in the future. This conference aims to be hard hitting and focus on the real issues of the internet as a survey research tool for the 21st century. While much of the hype has been consumer based, the Business-to-Business market has enormous potential and projections for growth. For information about the conference consult the website http://www.asc.org.uk or contact Randy Banks, Association for Survey Computing, University of Essex, phone: +44 (0)1206 873067, fax: +44 (0)1206 873151, e-mail: randy@asc.org.uk

DIVISION OF ECONOMIC AND FINANCIAL STUDIES Chair and Head of Division (Full-time (continuing)) - Ref. 18897.
The Position. The appointee will hold a continuing Chair in one of the Departments of the Division of Economic and Financial Studies and will be appointed as Head of Division for a five year term. Heads of Division occupy a critical position at Macquarie. They are responsible for the leadership and management of their Division, represent their Division to the University and the wider community, and play a major role in promoting close and effective relations with government, business, industry and professional groups.

The Division. The Division of Economic and Financial Studies is one of nine Divisions at Macquarie and comprises the Departments of Accounting and Finance, Actuarial Studies, Business, Economics and Statistics, as well as the Centre for Applied Finance and the Graduate Accounting and Commerce Centre. The Division of Economic and Financial Studies carries the major responsibility for the undergraduate teaching programs in business and commerce and for a rapidly growing postgraduate coursework program in professional business studies. The strengthening of internationalisation and international collaboration and entrepreneurial industry and business links, the development of innovative flexible learning approaches and greater visibility for research and interdisciplinary studies are priorities.

Qualifications and skills.The University is seeking an eminent academic or professional for the position. Candidates should generally have a record of leadership in teaching and research, a postgraduate research qualification, a substantial record of publication in a discipline relevant to the Division, and a breadth of knowledge and interest across a range of areas of business and commerce. Candidates with an exceptional record of senior leadership in government, commerce or industry are also welcome. Candidates must be experienced managers with the leadership, strategic planning, financial, human resources and decision-making skills needed to manage a multi-disciplinary Division. They must have excellent communication skills and the ability to represent the Division and the University in the wider community. The capacity and experience to strengthen an area of excellence in the Division will be valued.

Conditions. An attractive remuneration package will be negotiated with the successful applicant. Conditions include employer subsidised superannuation, relocation assistance and the opportunity to sacrifice part of the salary package for a fully maintained vehicle. The Chair is a continuing position. The appointment as Head of Division is for an initial term of 5 years with a mid-term review and a performance review at the end of the contract to determine any extension. The position is available from January 2001. The University reserves the right to fill the position by inviting applications, to leave the Chair unfilled, or to make enquiries of any person regarding the candidate's suitability for appointment.

Further information.Further information may be obtained from Professor John Loxton, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic), on 9850 7442 or e-mail John.Loxton@mq.edu.au, and Professor Pat Ryan, current Head of Division, on 9850 8554 or e-mail Patricia.Ryan@mq.edu.auFurther information about the Division is also available on the Division's website at http://www.efs.mq.edu.au/ Further information about the University, conditions of appointment and method of application should be obtained from Sue Verdich, Personnel Office, Macquarie University, NSW 2109, Australia by telephone 9850 9701 or facsimile 9850 9748 or e-mail Sue.Verdich@mq.edu.auAn application package MUST be obtained prior to sending your application.

Applications. Applicants are asked to systematically address the selection criteria and include evidence of academic qualifications and experience. Applicants should outline a strategic vision for the Division and include copies of their best three publications, which should also be highlighted in their application. Applications, including full curriculum vitae and quoting the reference number, visa status, and the names and addresses (postal and/or e-mail addresses, phone and fax numbers) of three academic and professional referees should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Personnel Office, Macquarie University, NSW 2109, Australia by 7 July 2000. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.

DIVISION OF LINGUISTICS AND PSYCHOLOGY: Department of Linguistics: Senior Lecturer in Speech and Language Pathology (Full-time (continuing)) - Ref. 8134. The appointee will have responsibility for conducting research and research supervision. The primary role will be coordinating and teaching programs in clinical speech and language pathology in the Department of Linguistics, especially the new Masters program in Speech and Language Pathology to begin in 2001. The appointee will also be expected to contribute to other areas of the Department's work. Applicants must have a strong research track record in speech and language pathology and several years relevant lecturing experience. A PhD, a professional speech pathology qualification, and evidence of the ability to gain external competitive funding are also essential criteria for this position. Previous experience and leadership in coordinating speech and language pathology programs at Bachelors and/or Masters level are essential.

All enquiries concerning your application and further information about the position should be directed to Associate Professor Jonathan Harrington by e-mail: jmh@srsuna.shlrc.mq.edu.auor facsimile 9850 9199 or telephone 9850 8763. The position is available on a full-time (continuing) basis and will be subject to the satisfactory completion of a probationary period. Salary range: Level C (Senior Lecturer) $60,631 to $69,912 per annum, plus superannuation. (Under review, under a proposed new Enterprise Agreement.) Applications including full curriculum vitae and quoting the reference number, visa status, and the names and addresses of three referees (including e-mail address) should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Personnel Office, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 30 June 2000. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.

OFFICE OF THE VICE-CHANCELLOR: University Solicitor (Full-time (continuing)) - Ref. 4206. The appointee will advise the Vice-Chancellor and senior officers on all legal matters affecting the University, including commercial negotiations, litigation, and issues concerning administration, employment, intellectual property and corporations law. The University Solicitor would be expected to draft letters and legal documents and to prepare and manage briefs to the University's external solicitors as required. Some work for University companies and partnership activities would also be required. Applicants must be admitted as a solicitor of the Supreme Court of NSW and must have substantial experience in the area of commercial law. Some knowledge of university academic and administrative processes would be desirable as would the ability to communicate with academic and general staff in a range of disciplines.

All enquiries concerning your application and further information about the position should be directed to Professor Carrick Martin, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration) on 9850 7441 or e-mail Carrick.Martin@mq.edu.au The position is available on a full-time (continuing) basis, and will be subject to a probationary period of three months. Salary range: Level 10 Band 2 $77,744 to $82,088 per annum, plus superannuation. (Under review, under a proposed new Enterprise Agreement.) 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 26 May 2000. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.

BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS OFFICE:The Buildings and Grounds Office is seeking applications for two positions to work as part of a small team on the implementation of small systems databases. The environment consists of Microsoft Access and Oracle databases, Microsoft Access client applications and web interfaces, and import/export via text files or database connections. The project involves linking to corporate systems such as Syllabus Plus timetabling (Scientia, UK), Insite facilities management (OFMS Inc, USA) and Student One academic management (Technology One, Australia).

Small Systems Database Analyst/Programmer: (Full-time (fixed-term)) - Ref. 18911. The appointee will design, build and document small databases and interfaces relating to timetabling, facilities management and other projects. Queries, macros, forms and VBA scripts in Microsoft Access are to be developed. The appointee will be expected to operate within broad guidelines to complete project tasks. As this is a small project, a wide range of skills and considerable initiative will be expected including the ability to work to project deadlines. A high level of communication skills is required for contact with users and in writing comprehensive documentation. Applicants must have experience in user specifications, designing, constructing, technical testing, user acceptance testing and documentation of small database systems, preferably using Microsoft Access although experience in other environments would also be valuable. Applicants must have knowledge and experience in database work either through extensive relevant workplace experience or hold a degree in computing which includes database components. Experience in three or more of VBA scripting, ODBC, SQL, HTML, ASP, web/database interfaces and form design is essential. Salary range: Level 7 $ 44,908 to $48,407 per annum, plus superannuation. (Under review, under a proposed new Enterprise Agreement.)

Management Information Support Officer: (Full-time (fixed-term)) - Ref. 18912. The appointee will support the implementation of new facilities management systems in data collection, validation, data conversion, data entry, reporting and survey work and will also provide administrative support as required. The appointee will be expected to operate within broad guidelines to complete project tasks. As this is a small project, a wide range of skills and considerable initiative will be expected including the ability to work to project deadlines. Applicants must have experience in the use of PC applications (including database and spreadsheets), an understanding of data integrity and of spatial information. Applicants must have excellent oral and written communication skills to deal with clients, write reports and user documentation. Preference will be given to applicants with experience using drafting or drawing software. Salary range: Level 5 $34,525 to $38,991 per annum, plus superannuation. (Under review, under a proposed new Enterprise Agreement.)

General: All enquiries concerning these positions or your application should be referred to Mr Doug Stewart on 9850 9718 or e-mail doug.stewart@mq.edu.au The positions are available on a full-time (fixed-term) basis, for a period of one year, and will be subject to the satisfactory completion of a probationary period of four weeks. Applications, including full curriculum vitae and 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 5 June 2000. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.

DIVISION OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION SCIENCES: Administrator (JRCASE/ICS Division) (Full-time (fixed-term)) - Ref. 8477. The appointee will provide high level administrative assistance to the CSIRO Macquarie University Joint Research Centre for Advanced Systems Engineering (JRCASE) and will ensure effective administrative practices in the Centre including local budget management, purchasing and reporting. There will be a significant contribution to publicity activities in the ICS Division including compiling and development of document layout, designing web pages, importing text and graphics and keeping material current. Applicants must have relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience; excellent administrative and organisational skills and the ability to communicate at all levels; high level keyboard skills and the ability to use a range of standard office software; familiarity with purchasing and basic financial processes. They must have experience (or a strong interest in developing skills) in web publishing. Preference will be given to applicants with demonstrated initiative who are willing to learn and actively participate in a team environment.

All enquiries concerning the position or your application should be referred to Mrs Linda Harris on 9850 8911 or e-mail lharris@ics.mq.edu.auThe position will be available on a full-time (fixed-term) basis until 30 June 2001. The appointment will be subject to the satisfactory completion of a probationary period of four weeks. Further appointment is possible, subject to funding and performance. Salary range: Level 5 $34,525 to $38,991 per annum, plus superannuation. (Under review, under a proposed new Enterprise Agreement.) Applications, including full curriculum vitae and 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 8 June 2000. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.

DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL AND LIFE SCIENCES: Department of Chiropractic: Chiropractic Teaching - Ref. 18910. Expressions of Interest. The Department of Chiropractic seeks expressions of interest for sessional appointments from Chiropractors and other health care professionals currently registered to practise in New South Wales to undertake teaching activities in the Bachelor of Chiropractic Science and Master of Chiropractic degrees. Appointees will be involved in the teaching of clinical services underpinning chiropractic assessment and management. This includes biomechanics, diagnosis, rehabilitation, chiropractic technique and a range of professional study areas such as practice management and communication skills. Preference will be given to applicants who can show an ability to impart knowledge and professional skills, teach in the clinical disciplines and be excellent role models in professional behaviour. Recent relevant tertiary teaching experience and involvement in scholarly activities in an area of health studies will also be an advantage. Applicants should note that an eligibility list is a pool of suitably qualified people whose experience may be called upon from time to time depending upon the Department's needs. Inclusion on this list does not guarantee employment with Macquarie University. Enquiries and further information may be obtained from Associate Professor Rod Bonello, Head of Department, or Ms Sharyn Eaton on 9850 9380 or e-mail Rod.Bonello@mq.edu.auor Sharyn.Eaton@mq.edu.au 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 16 June 2000. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.

BEEF FOR SALE: Two beasts under one year old from our property at Glenorie, professionally butchered. This is top quality meat. Hind quarters: $5 a kilo; forequarters: $4 a kilo. Contact Peter Kincaid x7103 or 9652 1165.

FOR SALE: Altamura standard black figure skates, size 10, good condition; Skate guards, lacer and box. Cost $250 will sell for $90. E-mail agakavia@laurel.ocs.mq.edu.au

FOR SALE: Mobile phone: Motorola V2088, silver, chargers for home and car, portable hands free, two faces, leather case, only two months old and still kept in the box. $300. Contact Tom on x6320 or 0414 695 493.

FOR SALE: Stereo radio Hitachi: TRKW3AU, silver grey, including manuals; excellent condition. Twin cassette, high speed dubbing. $80 ono. E-mail agakavia@laurel.ocs.mq.edu.au

FOR SALE: 12 phonecards for collectors, $10 for the set ono. E-mail agakavia@laurel.ocs.mq.edu.au

ROOM TO LET: Rydalmere (Bridge Street). Room to let in house. Quiet location close to bus and trains. Lift to Macquarie, ideal for staff or student. Off-street parking. Rent: $80p.w. + bills + bond. Phone Ian on x7573(W) or 9638 7693 (AH).

ACCOMMODATION WANTED:Professor and spouse moving to Macquarie University on 2 July need rental accommodation. 2-3 bedroom unit, townhouse or house within commuting distance of Macquarie. Please phone Rosina on x7675 or e-mail demurra@ibm.net (e-mail preferred).

2000

Friday 26 May
DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE SEMINAR:The Organisational Culture of Public Accounting Firms: Evidence from Taiwanese Local and US Affiliated Firms, presented by Professor Graeme Harrison and Associate Professor Jill McKinnon (Macquarie). 11.00am to 12.30pm in the University Union Function Room 3. Enquiries: Geoffrey Loudon x8536, e-mail: gloudon@efs.mq.edu.au or Lois Cook x8535, e-mail: lcook@efs.mq.edu.au

Friday 26 May
DEPARTMENT OF EARTH & PLANETARY SCIENCES SEMINAR: Hydrothermal Activity in the Bismarck Sea, presented by Dr Ray Binns (CSIRO Exploration & Mining). 1.05pm in Building E7B 100 (off covered courtyard). Enquiries: John Veevers x8355 or Ann Wilde x8373.

Friday 26 May
THEORETICAL & MATHEMATICAL PHYSICS SEMINAR SERIES: Just two Qubits, presented by Dr Bill Munro. 1.00 to 2.00pm in Building E7A 333. Enquiries: Mr Levente Horvath, x8974.

Friday 26 May
MACQUARIE ANCIENT HISTORY ASSOCIATION FILM FESTIVAL: Swords and Sandals Season: The Siege of Syracuse. 7.30pm in the Museum of Ancient Cultures, X5B Level 3.

Sunday 28 May
MUSIC ON WINTER SUNDAYS:The Occasional Performing Sinfonia performs Unfinished Symphony (Schubert), Concert Piece for Four Horns and Orchestra (Schumann), Pictures at an Exhibition (Mussorgsky). 2.30pm in the Macquarie Theatre. Admission is free. Enquiries: Michael Edgeloe x8925, 9428 1463 or medge@ics.mq.edu.au

Wednesday 31 May
POLITICS SEMINAR: A Generous Welfare State Does Not Have to Reduce Economic Efficiency: Economic Panel Survey Results for the US, Germany and the Netherlands, presented by Bruce Headey (Political Science, University of Melbourne). 12 noon in W6A 107. Enquiries: Jim Gillespie x8811 or Catherine Wall x8869.

Wednesday 31 May
MODERN HISTORY RESEARCH SEMINAR: Essentials for Marriage: Abruzzesi-Italians' Handbook on Wedded Bliss, presented by Adriana Piscicelli (History, Macquarie University). 1.00 to 3.00pm in W6A 127. Enquiries: David Christian x8806.

Wednesday 31 May
FIRST YEAR EXPERIENCE GROUP: A meeting will be held from 1.00 to 2.00pm in C3A 918. Megan Etheridge will present the findings from the first year student focus groups conducted in late March. Further information about the first year experience group is available from Judith Dickson x7464 or Kerrie- Lee Krause x8675.

Wednesday 31 May
CPD WORKSHOP: Introduction to Problem Based Learning-Session 3. 10.00am - 2.00pm in E6A 116. Third session in series. Participants must have attended earlier sessions.

Wednesday 31 May
ANCIENT HISTORY: Society for the Study of Early Christianity Judaism Series:The Samaritans as an Exemplar of Jewish Response to Sectarianism, presented by Emeritus Professor Alan Crown. 7.30pm in X5B 321. Cost $10 ($5 SSEC members). Kosher supper provided. Enquiries: Pat Geidans x7512, Anne Irish x8833, Beth Lewis x7560, Alanna Nobbs x8844.

June

Thursday 1 June
DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY SEMINAR:The Development of a Hail Damage Model, presented by Dr Ivan Kühnel. 1.00pm in Building E5A 143. Enquiries: Karyn Knowles, x8426 or e-mail karyn.knowles@mq.edu.au

Friday 2 June
DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE SEMINAR: Portfolio Properties of Extreme Returns, presented by Associate Professor Jayaram Muthuswamy (University of Sydney). 11.00am to 12.30pm in the University Union Function Room 3. Enquiries: Geoffrey Loudon x8536, e-mail: gloudon@efs.mq.edu.au or Lois Cook x8535, e-mail: lcook@efs.mq.edu.au

Friday 2 June
DEPARTMENT OF EARTH & PLANETARY SCIENCES SEMINAR: Tectonics and Metallogeny of the Late Archean Abitibi Belt: A New Perspective, presented by Dr Derek Wyman (University of Sydney). 1.05pm in Building E7B 100 (off covered courtyard). Enquiries: John Veevers x8355 or Ann Wilde x8373.

Friday 2 and Saturday 3 June
CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENTAL LAW CONFERENCE: A two-day conference on recent important developments in environmental law. Speakers include Hon Justice Paul Stein, Professor David Farrier, Professor Neil Gunningham and other leading experts on environmental law. For further information or to receive a brochure contact Sue Wards on x7930, fax: x7686 or e-mail: susan.wards@mq.edu.au

Monday 5 June
EEO WORKSHOP: Equal Opportunity Policy and Practice: Essential Information for Leaders and Managers, facilitated by Ed Davis, Sarah Levin, Anthea Lowe from the NSW Anti-Discrimination Board, Mariejosee Shurey-Boesten and Moya Adams. 12.30 - 4.30pm in SAM building Function Rooms, Level 3. Lunch will be provided. Enquiries: Alison Cameron, x7598. Bookings: Kim Richard, x9721, e-mail cpd@mq.edu.au, or enrol online at http://www.cpd.mq.edu.au

Tuesday 6 June
CPD WORKSHOP: Addressing Bio-safety Issues in Research, facilitated by Professor Peter Bergquist, Associate Professor Millar Whalley and Dr Duncan Veal. 1.00 - 3.00pm in E6A 116. Enquiries: Alison Cameron, x7598. Bookings: Kim Richard, x9721, e-mail cpd@mq.edu.au, or enrol online at http://www.cpd.mq.edu.au

Tuesday 6 June
PHILOSOPHY SEMINAR SERIES:From a Rational Point of View,presented by Carol Rovane (Columbia). 11.00am to 12.45pm in W6A 720. Enquiries: Nina Ralph x8837 or John Sutton x8817.

Wednesday 7 June
POLITICS SEMINAR:Bush, Clinton and Cuba, presented by Morris Morley (Macquarie). W6A 107. Enquiries: Jim Gillespie x8811 or Catherine Wall x8869. 12 noon in W6A 107. Enquiries: Jim Gillespie x8811 or Catherine Wall x8869.

Wednesday 7 June
MODERN HISTORY RESEARCH SEMINAR:War Widows Remember: Trauma, Nostalgia and Grief Post World War II, presented by Joy Damousi (History, University of Melbourne). (Chair Olwyn Green.) 1.00 to 3.00pm in W6A 127. Enquiries: David Christian x8806.

Wednesday 7 June
CPD WORKSHOP: Self and Time Management, facilitated by Lyn Hammett. 8.00 - 11.30am in E6A 116. Light breakfast will be provided. Enquiries: Mariejosee Shurey-Boesten, x9619. Bookings: Kim Richard, x9721, e-mail cpd@mq.edu.au, or enrol online at http://www.cpd.mq.edu.au

Wednesday 7 June
IT SHOWCASE: facilitated by Bronte Somerset and Andrew Burrell. 1.00 - 2.00pm in E6A 116. Enquiries: Andrew Burrell, x9674. Bookings: Kim Richard, x9721, e-mail cpd@mq.edu.au, or enrol online at http://www.cpd.mq.edu.au

Wednesday 7 June
MUPRA ANNUAL LECTURE:An Hour with Henry Reynolds (Author of Why Weren't We told?). 1.00 to 2.00pm in Building X5B Theatre 1.

Thursday 8 June
BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES MUSEUM PRESENTS THURSDAY ALIVE: Africa's Hidden Wildlife, presented by Mark Dangerfield. 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 8 June
CFL INFORMATION SESSION:Introduction to WebCT and QuickCT. 1.00 to 2.00pm in the Mollie Thomson Room, Library. Enquiries: Phoebe Dangerfield x7570, e-mail:phoebe.dangerfield@mq.edu.au

Thursday 8 June
CPD WORKSHOP: OHS Policy: Issues in Managing Compliance, facilitated by external consultant, Julie Armour. 1.00 - 3.00pm in E6A 116. Enquiries: Alison Cameron, x7598. Bookings: Kim Richard, x9721, e-mail cpd@mq.edu.au, or enrol online at http://www.cpd.mq.edu.au

Friday 9 June
CENTRE FOR BIODIVERSITY & BIORESOURCES SEMINAR:Why are there so Few (or so Many) Frogs in the World? Presented by Graham Pyke (Australian Museum). 1.00 to 2.00pm in E8A 290.

Friday 9 June
DEPARTMENT OF EARTH & PLANETARY SCIENCES SEMINAR: Topic to be advised, presented by Dr Roger Summons (AGSO). 1.05pm in Building E7B 100 (off covered courtyard). Enquiries: John Veevers x8355 or Ann Wilde x8373.

Tuesday 13 June
PHILOSOPHY SEMINAR: Critical Reflection and the Emotions, presented by Catriona Mackenzie (Macquarie). 11.00am to 12.45pm in W6A 720. Enquiries: Nina Ralph x8837 or John Sutton x8817.

Tuesday 13 June
LUNCH TIME TALK: In Search of King Solomon's Ring: Studies on the Cognitive and Communicative Abilities of Grey Parrots, presented by distinguished scientist Irene Pepperberg (Associate Professor at the University of Arizona). 1.00 - 2.00pm in X5B T1.

Wednesday 14 June
CPD WORKSHOP: Cross Cultural Effectiveness, facilitated by external consultant, Charles Khoo. 9.30am - 4.30pm in E6A 116. Lunch will be provided. Enquiries: Mariejosee Shurey-Boesten, x9619. Bookings: Kim Richard, x9721, e-mail cpd@mq.edu.au, or enrol online at http://www.cpd.mq.edu.au

Wednesday 14 June
POLITICS SEMINAR:Australian Democracy in Comparative Perspective, presented by Pippa Norris (Associate Director (Research) Joan Shorenstein, Center on the Press, Politics and Public Policy and Lecturer in Public Policy, Harvard University)). 12 noon in W6A 107. Enquiries: Jim Gillespie x8811 or Catherine Wall x8869.

Thursday 15 June
BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES MUSEUM PRESENTS THURSDAY ALIVE: Among the Wild Chimpanzees (video). 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 15 June
DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY SEMINAR:Thermal Comfort, Architecture and Climate, presented by Dr Richard de Dear. 1.00pm in Building E5A 143. Enquiries: Karyn Knowles, x8426 or e-mail karyn.knowles@mq.edu.au

Thursday 15 June
ANCIENT HISTORY: Society for the Study of Early Christianity Research Series:The Letters of Mani the Living, an Apostle of Jesus Christ, presented by Dr Iain Gardner. 7.30pm in X5B 321. Cost $7 ($5 SSEC members). Enquiries: Pat Geidans x7512, Anne Irish x8833, Beth Lewis x7560, Alanna Nobbs x8844.

Friday 16 June
DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE SEMINAR: Budgeting in Catholic Parishes, presented by Dr Ron Kluvers (Victoria University of Technology). 11.00am to 12.30pm in the University Union Function Room 3. Enquiries: Geoffrey Loudon x8536, e-mail: gloudon@efs.mq.edu.au or Lois Cook x8535, e-mail: lcook@efs.mq.edu.au

Friday 16 June
MACQUARIE DISCUSSION GROUP: Gambling for Fun, Profit and Education, presented by Professor John Croucher.1.00 to 2.00pm in Building E6A 131. All staff welcome.

Friday 16 June
CENTRE FOR BIODIVERSITY & BIORESOURCES SEMINAR:A New Method for Non-Parametric Analysis of Variance, presented by Marti Anderson (University of Auckland).1.00 to 2.00pm in E8A 290.

Sunday 18 June
MUSIC ON WINTER SUNDAYS: Charisma (clarinet, cello and piano) performs trios by Beethoven, Brahms, Ries (pupil of Beethoven) and Zemlinsky (whose early works attracted the attention of Brahms). 2.30pm in the Macquarie Theatre. Admission is free. Enquiries: Michael Edgeloe x8925, 9428 1463 or medge@ics.mq.edu.au

Monday 19 June
THE MOYAL LECTURE SERIES on Mathematics, Physics and Statistics: Professor Joe Gani (Statistics, ANU) will give this year's lecture. 7.30pm in E6A Lecture Theatre followed by a discussion session, supper and drinks. Enquiries: Associate Professor John Corbett x8945.

Tuesday 20 June
PHILOSOPHY SEMINAR:Two Men and a Plank, presented by Claire Finkelstein (Law, Berkeley). 11.00am to 12.45pm in W6A 720. Enquiries: Nina Ralph x8837 or John Sutton x8817.

Thursday 22 June
BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES MUSEUM PRESENTS THURSDAY ALIVE: The Trials of Life: A Natural History of Animal Behaviour (video). 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 22 June
DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY SEMINAR: Freshwater Habitat Assessment in NSW Coastal Rivers, presented by Dr Jim Thomson. 1.00pm in Building E5A 143. Enquiries: Karyn Knowles, x8426 or e-mail karyn.knowles@mq.edu.au

Friday 23 to Sunday 25 June
MACQUARIE ANCIENT HISTORY ASSOCIATION ANNUAL WEEKEND CONFERENCE: To be held at Morpeth.

Wednesday 28 June
ANCIENT HISTORY: Society for the Study of Early Christianity Judaism Series:The Hebrew Bible and Ancient Inscriptions, presented by Dr Ian Young. 7.30pm in X5B 321.Cost $10 ($5 SSEC members). Kosher supper provided. Enquiries: Pat Geidans x7512, Anne Irish x8833, Beth Lewis x7560, Alanna Nobbs x8844.

Thursday 29 June
CFL WORKSHOP: WebCT Training: Workshop 1, Educational Design Issues. 10.00am to 12noon in the Mollie Thomson Room, Library. Enquiries and bookings: Phoebe Dangerfield x7570, e-mail: phoebe.dangerfield@mq.edu.au

Thursday 29 June
BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES MUSEUM PRESENTS THURSDAY ALIVE: The Trials of Life: A Natural History of Animal Behaviour (video). 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 29 June
DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY SEMINAR:The Significance of Landuse Change in Climate Modelling, presented by Professor Andy Pitman. 1.00pm in Building E5A 143. Enquiries: Karyn Knowles, x8426 or e-mail karyn.knowles@mq.edu.au

Thursday 29 June
MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY LIBRARY FRIENDS FOUNDATION:Marion Mahoney and Walter Burley Griffin, Architecture on Three Continents, presented by Anne Watson. 5.30 for 6.00pm in the Mollie Thomson Room, Level 5, Library. All Welcome. Enquiries: Cissy Wong, x7499.