The Bugle - 13 February 2009
In news this week
Regional NRM group stories
- Improving access to NRM information
- Landholders needed to tackle thorny weed problem
- Ideas needed for funding bid
- Sponsorship available to attend ‘Waves of Change’
- Fishing champion recieves international award
- Region receives over $820,000
- Group’s story tells of struggles on road to sustainability
- Creating free passage for fish at Rita Island
- Reef Catchments celebrates World Wetlands Day
Government updates
- Fish gain football fields of protected living space
- Entries open for the 2009 EPA Sustainable Industries Awards
- Climate Ready program helps small business
- Grants provide water savings across Queensland
- Townsville residents help in war on yellow crazy ants
- NRW executive director receives Australia Day honour
- Individual disaster stricken property declaration for north west Qld flooding
Reef updates
Wetlands updates
Natural resources news
- Landcare Queensland offers its support for Caring for our Country applications
- Queensland Landcare conference in October
- Australasian Botanic Gardens Congress comes to Queensland
- Competition focuses on grains in our food
- Woolworths donates one day's profit to farmers
- Get involved in these great events across CQ
- Get a job in NRM!
Regional NRM group stories
Improving access to NRM information
Many people in natural resource management (NRM) have experienced the frustrations of not having access to the appropriate natural resource information they need for making informed decisions. A pilot for the new Datahub project will be a great step forward in resolving some of this frustration by addressing the drivers that influence availability and access to knowledge and information.
The pilot project will commence in mid February and run for approximately five months. It is a collaboration between the Regional NRM Groups Collective (RGC), Terrain NRM, Queensland Murray-Darling Committee (QMDC) and the Department of Natural Resources and Water’s (NRW) Catchment Programs, and will involve a number of additional regional NRM bodies as stakeholders.
The project will be directed by a steering committee and regional working groups. The steering committee will be comprised of regional NRM body executives and senior management representatives from federal, state and local governments. While the regional working groups, will comprise of representatives from key stakeholders in NRM in the nominated regions.
DataHub will make it easier for resource managers, planners and researchers to access relevant information on a wide array of NRM related topics. The project will support a regional collaborative network to implement new functions and structures to improve knowledge and information brokerage and exchange.
An additional outcome will be improved knowledge and information management processes to support the data trawl components of performance story reporting by regional NRM bodies for the Australian Government’s Caring for our Country program.
The regional working groups will provide a regional catalogue of available data sets to benefit all NRM regional participants, establish a database of information available through the NRM Toolbar and provide a report to the steering committee detailing lessons from the pilot and recommendations for broader application of the project concepts.
The first step in making all this happen is to identify ways to encourage the use of processes which will allow for easy information sharing. The pilot will achieve this first step by focusing on specific NRM themes in the identified regions, trialing new information sharing approaches, and documenting the processes that work for stakeholders.
The project will be directed by a steering committee and regional working groups.
In addition to reducing natural resource managers’ frustrations by allowing NRM decision making to be built on more complete information, the benefits of the Dathub include coordinated knowledge and reduced duplication.
For more information contact NRW’s Catchment Programs’ Phil Maher or Kirstin Kenyon.
Landholders needed to tackle thorny weed problem
Landholders west of Goondiwindi may have visitors next week as the Goondiwindi Regional Council, Queensland Murray-Darling Committee (QMDC), Department of Main Roads and the Department of Primary Industries and Fisheries (DPI&F) join forces to tackle a thorny problem in the area, harrisia cactus.
The doorknockers are seeking participants for the Waggamba Shire Harrisia Project which aims to control the spread of this cactus and ‘chase’ it back into the main infestation around Goondiwindi.
QMDC Weeds and Pest Animal Technical Officer Nathan Stephenson said the focus was currently on land adjacent to the Goodar, Kondar and South Toobeah roads as well as along the Barwon Highway between Goondiwindi and Toobeah.
Through the Blueprint for the Bush funding secured for the project, landholders have access to some incentives and weed control services to help further control the spread of harrisia cactus.
Landholders in the area who want more details, should call QMDC Weed and Pest Animal Technical Officer Nathan Stephenson on 4671 7900.
Ideas needed for funding bid
In response to the Australian Government’s business plan for Caring for our Country, the Burnett Mary Regional Group (BMRG) will apply for funding to improve the condition of land, water and wildlife.
BMRG Chief Executive Officer David Brown said he wants to hear from interested people and groups who want to join with BMRG in submitting a bid.
The Australian Government is calling for project proposals that address specified targets and outcomes, are collaborative, based on the best available science and give the greatest public benefit.
Only applications addressing the targets outlined in the business plan are likely to be considered. The business plan and additional information can be found at the Australian Government—Caring for our Country website.
Expressions of interest need to be lodged with BMRG as soon as possible in order to meet the application deadline of 6 March.
An expression of interest form is available online from the Burnett Mary Regional Group webpage or by contacting Mark Casswell on 4181 2999.
Sponsorship available to attend ‘Waves of Change’
Members of Burnett Mary Regional Group (BMRG) are eligible to receive sponsorship of up to $300 towards registration and conference expenses for the 2009 Queensland Coastal Conference.
Conference plenary and concurrent sessions will focus on the following themes:
- planning, policy and politics
- coast and marine assets
- relationships—people and communities
- in action not inaction.
Organisation and individuals are encouraged to submit a Professional Development Sponsorship application form which can be found under ‘Funding Opportunities’ on the BMRG website.
The funding allocation will be given to those who can demonstrate the greatest value in attending the conference. BMRG will accept one application per organisation.
To facilitate this process, you should include a letter from your organisation to confirm support for your nomination to attend.
Information, including details of registration, program and field trips, can be found on the Queensland Coastal Care Conference website, by calling Sue Sargent or Cheryl List on 4181 2999, or emailing BMRG administration.
Fishing champion recieves international award
Central Queenslander Bill Sawynok has been honoured with the Conservation Award from the International Game Fishing Association (IGFA) on 24 January for his efforts to promote sustainable fishing.
Mr Sawynok is an Australian representative of the IGFA, but the award is not limited to members and may be awarded to both groups and individuals.
Mr Sawynok said “The IGFA is probably the most respected international recreational fishing body in the world and it certainly is an honour to be recognised by such an organisation.”
Among his many achievements Mr Sawynok is involved with Suntag, the Released Fish Survival Program and also manages CapReef a community based monitoring program involving recreational fishers.
CapReef receives funding from the Fitzroy Basin Association (FBA) to coordinate the monitoring of the effects of management measures, habitat modification, water regulation and climate change on fish resources in central Queensland.
For further information contact Bill Sawynok on 0417 075 277 or email FBA Media and Communications Coordinator Jody McDonald.
Region receives over $820,000
The Burdekin region has received over $820,000 as part of the Commonwealth Government’s Caring for our Country Community Coastcare program.
Larger grants equated to $390,143 with two projects for Ocean Watch Australia and the Burdekin Bowen Integrated Flood Plain Management Advisory Committee.
Smaller grants have received $432,061 delivered over eleven projects.
The successful organisations were Burdekin Dry Tropics NRM (BDTNRM), Townsville City Council, Reef Check Foundation, Bowen Coastcare, Olympus Crescent Coastcare, Burdekin Shire Council, Coastal Dry Tropics Landcare, Toomulla Coastcare Group and Queensland Game Fishing Association Incorporated.
For further information please visit the news section of BDTNRM’s website.
Group’s story tells of struggles on road to sustainability
The trials and tribulations of Fitzroy Basin Association's (FBA) journey as an organisation over the last 10 years have been captured in a new book, Working towards a sustainable future: a history of the Fitzroy Basin Association Incorporated.
The book was officially launched late last year by Federal Member for Capricornia Kirsten Livermore, a long-term advocate of the group, who also wrote the book’s foreword.
The book’s author and history lecturer at Central Queensland University, Dr Barbara Webster, said the publication was the outcome of a research project negotiated through the University’s Institute for Sustainable Regional Development.
Copies of the book can be purchased for $15 through the FBA by emailing Alisha Penrose or phoning 4999 2815.
Creating free passage for fish at Rita Island
A rock ramp fishway has been constructed to enhance migration of native small fish, such as mullet, upstream within the Burdekin Anabranch, while allowing the water in the river to be used by local people.
After the sand dam on the Burdekin Anabranch was identified as a significant barrier to fish movement during certain times of the year, a rock ramp fishway was specifically designed for the site and the types of fish that will use it.
The fishway, funded by Burkedin Dry Tropics NRM (BDTNRM), is made up of a series of rock bars which allow fish to gradually move upstream or downstream from one pool of water to another enabling them to rest in between.
The fishway is a culmination of work by BDTNRM, the North Burdekin Water Board, Department of Primary Industries and Fisheries, Oceanwatch Australia and private consultants, who have joined together over the past year to address fish passage in the lower Burdekin.
For further information please email BDTNRM Communications Manager Lesley McMahon or phone 4724 3544.
Reef Catchments celebrates World Wetlands Day
World Wetlands Day, celebrated on 2 February, focused on promoting the connection between upstream land use and the lower parts of a river catchment and the sea.
Awareness of wetland values and benefits has grown and Reef Catchments has a range of community-based projects to restore wetland functions and improve water quality and is offering funding under the Reef Rescue program.
Over $1.5 million has been delivered by Reef Catchments over the past three years for wetland rehabilitation projects including:
- 77 constructed wetlands on cane and grazing farms to capture and filter runoff
- landowner training in using wetlands as part of the farm system
- re-connecting important fish habitat between upstream creeks and coastal wetlands
- removing water weeds and replanting wetland vegetation
- fencing and watering points to manage stock
- other activities to manage four-wheel drive and motorbike access.
For more information on cane, grazing and revegetation activities, email Reef Catchments Incentives Manager Jon Graftdyk or phone 4968 4216.
Government updates
Fish gain football fields of protected living space
It has been 40 years since the first Declared Fish Habitat areas were put in place in the Moreton Bay region. Today, more than 120,000 stadium sized football fields of prime fish breeding and feeding habitats are now protected.
Primary Industries and Fisheries Minister Tim Mulherin said that Declared Fish Habitat Areas provide essential fish habitats with long-term protection from development impacts, as well as an estimated 40 billion dollars per year in ecosystem services to the Queensland economy.
Mr Mulherin also announced that a package of seven Fish Habitat Area amendments is due to be approved and re-declared in the coming months.
The amendments are part of the annual program to re-declare all existing Fish Habitat Areas to tenure boundaries, these amendments will see some areas increase in size. The changes will increase certainty over declared Fish Habitat Area boundaries, and support improved management effectiveness.
For more information visit the DPI&F website or contact the Business Information Centre on 13 25 23.
Entries open for the 2009 EPA Sustainable Industries Awards
Entries are open for the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Sustainable Indutries Awards that recognise Queensland business leaders, companies and technologies setting best-practice benchmarks in environmental performance.
Nominations are encouraged from Queensland businesses, individuals, not-for-profit organisations, and local or state government.
The awards dinner will be held in June at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre.
Entries close 27 February 2009.
For further information phone the coordinator on 3225 1524 or visit the EPA 2009 Sustainable Industries Awards website.
Climate Ready program helps small business
The Climate Ready program aims to increase the level of innovation activities by small to medium sized enterprises addressing the effects of climate change.
It provides grants from $50,000 to $5 million for the costs of research and development, proof-of-concept and early-stage commercialisation activities in eligible projects.
Projects may include:
- water recycling, waste recovery or small scale renewable energy technologies
- technologies reducing the energy used by appliances or increasing the efficiency of industrial processes
- products, processes or services to monitor emissions or power usage
- using biotechnology or nanotechnology to address the effects of climate change on humans and the environment
- information systems for businesses or consumers to compare the carbon footprints of different activities
- green building materials making homes more energy efficient.
The third round of applications closes on 12 March 2009.
For further information email the AusIndustry Hotline, phone 13 28 46 or visit the Climate Ready Program website.
Grants provide water savings across Queensland
Natural Resources and Water Minister Craig Wallace congratulated Biloela State Primary School, Wondai State School, and the Tufnell Child Care Centre for saving up to 2.25 million litres of town water each year.
The massive water savings have been achieved through the installation of a range of water-efficient devices, funded through the Lifestyles WaterWise Grants program.
Biloela used a $21,476 grant to install auto shut off taps and dual flush toilets: Wondai State School used $30,000 to install a water storage tank to irrigate the sports oval: and, Tufnell Child Care Centre spent $20,924 on a rainwater tank to maintain the gardens and clean the play areas and on the installation of water-efficient devices in the bathrooms.
Mr Wallace said the Queensland Government’s Lifestyle Waterwise grants program has assisted almost 600 not-for-profit organisations including sporting clubs, churches and parents and citizens groups to implement water-saving measures.
Successful projects include improving watering systems, replacing existing water amenities including toilet cisterns, providing alternative water sources such as rainwater tanks, and installing swimming pool covers and rollers.
For more information visit the Department of Natural Resources and Water’s website.
Townsville residents help in war on yellow crazy ants
Primary Industries and Fisheries Minister Tim Mulherin appealed for Townsville residents to be vigilant in the ongoing fight to eradicate yellow crazy ants.
Mr Mulherin reports that the latest detection was at Garbutt-Mt St John last June, and investigations by Biosecurity Queensland found the infected area was considerable in size.
Yellow crazy ants are about five millimetres long, have a distinctive yellow and brown colour and long spidery legs, and tend to move erratically when disturbed - that's why they're called crazy.
They are a class 1 pest and are rated as one of the world's 100 worst invasive species. Yellow crazy ants spray formic acid which can cause burning and irritate the skin and eyes of animals and potentially people.
Residents who think they have seen a yellow crazy ant, or would like more information about the pests, can email the Department of Primary Industries and Fisheries Business Centre or phone 13 25 23.
NRW executive director receives Australia Day honour
Natural Resources and Water Minister Craig Wallace congratulated one of Queensland's senior public servants, Greg Claydon, on receiving an Australia Day Public Service Medal.
Mr Wallace said Greg Claydon, Executive Director of Strategic Water Initiatives in the Department of Natural Resources and Water (NRW), received the honour for his contribution to water planning and management in the state of Queensland.
Mr Claydon has worked with government to develop statewide strategic water policy and legislation that has placed Queensland at the forefront of responsible water management.
He is currently Queensland's representative on the National Water Initiative Committee, he was Queensland Deputy Commissioner for the Murray Darling Basin Initiative, and has been the Queensland Commissioner for the Dumaresq Barwon Border Rivers Commission.
Mr Claydon, of Toowoomba, was one of 11 Queensland public servants to be honoured with the medal, which is part of the official Australian honours system.
Individual disaster stricken property declaration for north west Qld flooding
Minister for Primary Industries and Fisheries Tim Mulherin has enacted the Individual Disaster Stricken Property Declaration (IDSP) program for graziers affected by flooding in Queensland's north west region.
The Minister said damage levels are estimated at more than $60 million and are far greater than a typical wet season produces.
"Primary producers affected by flooding should consider applying for IDSP assistance under National Disaster Relief and Recovery Arrangements," Mr Mulherin said.
Graziers can access concessional loans of up to $250,000 at QRAA's commercial interest rates and freight subsidies of 50 per cent of costs up to $5000 for movement of food, building and fencing materials, stock, fodder, machinery and fuels.
Where appropriate and possible, a Department of Primary Industries and Fisheries (DPI&F) officer will visit impacted properties to make an assessment, emailed digital photographs may allow for an alternative means of assessment without a site inspection.
For more information, email the DPI&F Business Centre or phone 13 25 23.
Reef updates
BDT's Reef Rescue program recieves over 160 applications
Just over 160 Expressions of Interest have been received for the Burkedin Dry Tropic NRM's Reef Rescue program.
This program has been divided into four main areas including sugar, horticulture, grazing and wetlands. Sugar cane and horticulture applications, which closed in December, received 105 and 50 applications respectively.
It is expected that the next round of sugar cane and horticulture applications will open in April or May, however, this will depend upon approval of future funding from the Australian Government.
For further information visit the Reef Rescue section of Burkedin Dry Tropic NRM’s website.
Reef’s ‘kidney’s’ protected
Premier Anna Bligh has announced that under new laws coming into effect mid-2009, greater protection will be afforded to Queensland's wetlands, the essential 'kidneys' that filter run-off on to the Great Barrier Reef.
The Queensland Government will have stronger powers to assess and manage earthworks within 500 metres of significant freshwater wetlands in Reef catchments. These powers will require development approvals for any works affecting wetlands under the Integrated Planning Act 1997.
Ms Bligh said an existing regulatory gap had left important wetlands vulnerable to destructive activities such as draining or filling.
"The new regulations will focus on high-impact activities, such as draining, filling or clearing wetlands, or building levee banks," she said.
The amendments to the Integrated Planning Act 1997 will not apply to man-made wetlands or domestic and low-impact earthworks.
The tougher powers are part of a package developed by the Bligh Government to improve the reef's rapidly failing health, including $50 million to support regulation of agricultural run-off.
For the full media statement visit media statements.
Wetlands updates
Rehabilitating wetlands help is at hand
A new publication containing practical techniques for rehabilitating wetlands in the Great Barrier Reef catchment is now available.
The Queensland Wetlands Program Wetland Rehabilitation Guidelines for the Great Barrier Reef catchment can be downloaded from WetlandInfo or by emailing wetlands at Environmental Protection Agency (limited copies).
The guidelines help users identify the type of wetland they have and how to rehabilitate it.
There are sections on managing threats such as weeds and feral animals and advice on maintaining, monitoring and evaluating the rehabilitation work.
The publication was produced by WetlandCare Australia, which has undertaken a number of significant wetland rehabilitation projects in northern Queensland.
The guidelines were funded by the Queensland Wetlands Program, a joint initiative of the Australian and Queensland Governments.
Natural resources news
Landcare Queensland offers its support for Caring for our Country applications
The current round of Caring for our Country applications closes on 6 March.
Proposal forms and guidance are available to download from the Australian Government NRM website.
With the emphasis being on forming partnerships to deliver against the six national priority areas, Landcare Queensland offers its support to the landcare community.
Landcare can provide assistance in coordinating partnerships with other groups in regions or provide support to existing partnerships.
For further information or advice and support email Landcare.
Queensland Landcare conference in October
The Queensland Landcare Conference 2009 Legends, Larrikins and Landcare will be held at Longreach from 15–17 October and hosted by Desert Channels Queensland with the support of six local Landcare groups.
This year's program will showcase land and water management practices involving everything from water wise gardens, the control of woody and exotic weeds, to feral animal control and the rehabilitation of natural water courses.
Individuals, community organisations and corporate entities are encouraged to participate in this valuable program, with conference sessions at Longreach Cultural and Civic Centre.
Attendees will experience keynote presentations by well-known industry representatives, plus field trips and an extensive social program designed to bring out the legend and larrikin in everyone.
Registrations are expected to open in late March.
For information go to the Ice Australia Qld Landcare O9 website or phone 9368 1200.
Australasian Botanic Gardens Congress comes to Queensland
From 8–11 October staff and volunteers from Botanic Gardens around Australia and New Zealand will converge in Mackay for the 2009 Botanic Gardens of Australia and New Zealand (BGANZ) Congress—Plan(e)t Priorities: Regional Realities.
Hosted by Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens the congress aims to recognise the role and responsibilities of botanic gardens as a resource for the future preservation of species, and to support the global effort to retain significant and regionally important plant materials.
A series of guest speakers, workshops, keynote presentations and discussion groups will explore these issues.
A call for papers has been made, with submissions due Friday 6 March.
Further information is available by emailing Congress Secretariat, Wombat Creative or phone 5538 5109.
Competition focuses on grains in our food
Students entering the 2009 Hermitage Research Station Schools´ Plant Science Competition will be asking “What’s that grain in my food?” as they learn about the grains used in Australia´s food industries and their importance in feeding people and livestock.
The competition began at the start of first term 2009 and will close 22 May 2009. It is open to all schools nationwide for students in years prep to 12.
Students are asked to do a range of activities including:
- identify different grains
- grow and observe grains in a germination experiment
- create grains collages
- design a new breakfast cereal pack
- research a favourite breakfast food
- cooking which involves turning grains into foods.
Entrants need to compile all their research, experiment details, observations and findings into a project report and submit to Department of Primary Industries and Fisheries Hermitage Research Station by the due date.
Prizes will be presented in July at Hermitage Research Station, Warwick and include a medallion plus $1000 towards books or reference materials for the first year of their tertiary education for the winner; a medallion plus a 12-month subscription to a scientific journal of their choice for the runner-up and trophies, medallions and certificates for other categories.
To enter the 2009 Hermitage Research Station Schools' Plant Science Competition email Kerrie Rubie or phone 4660 3666.
Woolworths donates one day's profit to farmers
Fill your trollies at your local Wooloworths or Safeway supermarket on Friday 20 February—the entire day’s profit from all customer purchases will go to help farming families and communities across the country.
The initiative is expected to raise more than $5 million dollars and as in previous years, the Country Women’s Association (CWA) will administer the funds.
The previous two fundraising days have raised a total of $10 million and in 2008 the money assisted more than 3000 families with emergency bills, daily expenses. Funds from the initiative have also been used to contribute to research into sustainable farming practices.
CWA Australian President Lesley Young says rural communities just need a bit of help to get back on their feet and facilities such as sports grounds and swimming pools can be critically important, particularly in rural areas, because they help bring people together and provide a real sense of community.
For more information, or to download an application form for a community project visit the Backing our Farmers website or call 1800 237 876.
Get involved in these great events across central Queensland
Landcare working bee “Remnant Romance”—Saturday 14 February
Meet at the Fourteen Mile Road underpass at the Caves to get involved with the Caves District Landcare group as they rehabilitate a remnant vegetation area. Work starts at 6am and finishes at 9am, followed by a hearty BBQ breakfast. Bring gloves, water bottle and wear a hat and covered footwear.
Contact Patrick Keleher for more details on 4930 9561.
Wowan-Dululu Landcare Group Field Day—Monday 16 February
The theme of this day is ‘Increasing profitability and sustainability through precision agriculture’. Learn more about global positioning system base stations, controlled traffic farming (CTF) and guidance systems.
There will be short sessions on technology, as well as guest speakers including:
- Neal Johansen from Wowan-Dululu Landcare Group
- Done Yule and Tim Neale from CTF Solutions
- Rod Collins, Department of Primary Industries and Fisheries on the Grains best management practices project
- Nathan Johnston and Rachel Bryan from Fitzroy Basin Association on water quality monitoring
Three farm visits to view precision agriculture in action!—Monday 16 February
Meet at the Wowan Community Centre on Railway Avenue at 9am. The day will finish around 5pm followed by a BBQ. Morning tea, lunch and drinks will be provided.
RSVP via email to Barb McKenchie or phone 4993 1004.
Dawson Catchment Coordinating Association (DCCA) Information Sharing Day—Thursday 19 March
The information sharing day is designed to foster the sharing of innovative projects and ideas from right across the Fitzroy Basin region and will be held at the Blackwater International Coal Centre
Get involved:
- Develop a presentation—presentations should be about the results or progress of trials, projects or activities with an innovative slant.
- Identify other people or groups that have a great story to share and encourage them to get involved.
Presenters will have 10 minutes to speak and 5 minutes to answer questions from the audience.
Email DCCA for an expression of interest form or for more information contact Kellie Nilsson on 4993 1004. Please RSVP to confirm your attendance.
Technology of growing grass workshop—31 March & 1 April
This two day workshop being held by Fitzroy Basin Association’s Boyne Calliope sub region will help you understand how to manage rain to maximise production, understand the carbon cycle and grow more grass.
The workshop will be held on the ‘Treestone’ property in Mt Larcom. Both days run from 8:30am to around 5pm.
There’s limited places, so for more information or to RSVP, email Boyne Calliope Sub Region or phone 4975 6555.
CHRRUP Natural Resources Management Expo—Wednesday 29 April
This fun and informative Expo designed for students in grades 9-10 will be held at the Emerald Show grounds. As well as NRM, the expo will include a focus on career options, especially in rural and environmental industries. The Central Highlands Regional Resources Use Planning and Co-operative (CHRRUP) already has more than 500 children coming.
The schools will be there at different times between 9am and 2:30pm and will spend around 15-20 minutes at each site.
If you’d like your own display at the expo or you can volunteer your time to help on the day, please email CHRRUP or contact Sally Murden on 4982 2996.
Get a job in NRM!
Are you interested in working with Queensland's regional natural resource management bodies? Then head to the Regional Groups' Collective website or NRMjobs website where current job opportunities are now available. Be sure to check back regularly to ensure you don't miss out on the job of a lifetime!
Here's a sample of what's on offer:
Regional body/organisation: CSIRO Sustainable Ecosystems
Title: Social Science Research Opportunities (2 positions)
Salary range: Social Scientist-$79K-$85K; Social Science Research Officer-$67K-$76K
Location: Brisbane
Contact: For selection documentation and details on how to apply visit the CSIRO Careers webpage.
Closing date: 20 February 2009
Thought for the week
Black Friday...
Do you believe Friday the 13th to be unlucky ? If so, here are some tips for keeping yourself out of catastrophe:
- don't walk under open ladders
- keep black cats from crossing your path
- don't break a mirror
- don't leave your calendar turned to Friday the 13th, else a witch will claim you on the 14th
- don't consult the stars on Friday the 13th
- never start a new business on Friday the 13th
- on Friday night, to sleep without bad luck, fold the pantyhose or stockings of a woman across the foot of the bed with a straight pen inside one of the folds.
Good luck!
Valentine's Day quote
"Oh, if it be to choose and call thee mine, love, thou art every day my Valentine!"
Thomas Hood Beware
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Last updated 19 March 2009