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The Macquarie University Singers are recruiting new voices for their 1997 series of concerts and performances. The Singers, formed by the late John Gordon in 1967, are one of the oldest of the clubs and societies on campus.
Repertoire over the years has been broad and varied and has included major works by composers from Bach and Handel to Ramirez and Gershwin. The Singers acted and sang in the popular ABC-TV series Brides of Christ, which received acclaim in 1991.
Highlights of the last 12 months included Requiems of both Mozart and Faure, the former with SBS Youth Orchestra and the latter with Macquarie University Orchestra. The singers also participated in the Sydney Opera House's Last Night of the Proms, and acted as backing vocalists at the ENZSO Concert at the Entertainment Centre with members of Split Enz and the South Australian Symphony Orchestra.
Among the programs planned for 1997 are a Gala Concert to celebrate the Singers' 30th birthday and a performance of Vaughan Williams' A Sea Symphony, with Willoughby Choir and Orchestra.
All voice parts are invited to join the Singers - sopranos, altos, and especially tenors and basses. No formal auditions are required. Rehearsals are on Monday evenings from 7.00 to 9.30pm in building C5C room 209, commencing 10 March. For more details ring MUS president Corinna Horrigan 9413 7108. (Please leave a message if the phone is unattended.)
SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY INFORMATION OFFICE
The former Bachelor of Technology (BTech) Information Office was renamed the Science and Technology Information Office at the meeting of the Science and Technology Advisory Committee (STAC) last month.
STAC established the BTech Office, as it became widely known, in 1989, with a staff of one (Kathy Withford) and a half, Angela Seeto. Its purpose was to promote the new technology degrees and to set up an undergraduate scholarship program. Kathy left shortly for the bright lights of corporate finance and Angela continued in the Office as the BTech Information Administrative Officer and Secretary to the STAC.
With the recent introduction of two new degrees, the Bachelor of Medical Science and the Bachelor of Environmental Science, within the science cluster, the role of the BTech Office has been expanded and the name changed to include these. The Office is located on the ground floor of Building E7A in Room 119, x8897.
MACQUARIE TRIO'S SERIES OF CONCERTS FOR 1997
Autumn brings the commencement of the 1997 series of concerts by the Macquarie Trio, the Trio's fifth annual season. As the Trio-in-Residence at Macquarie University, it is a unique ensemble whose members reside in Sydney and Perth, meeting regularly throughout the year for rehearsals, recordings, performances, festivals and tours.
Concert dates for the 1997 season are as follows:
Macquarie Theatre Series
| Sunday 6 April | 2.30pm |
| Sunday 15 June | 2.30pm |
| Sunday 17 August | 2.30pm |
| Sunday 19 October | 2.30pm |
| Sunday 23 November | 2.30pm Thanksgiving Concert |
| Telstra Series at Sydney Town Hall | |
| Tuesday 1 April | 8pm |
| Thursday 12 June | 8pm |
| Thursday 14 August | 8pm |
| Tuesday 14 October | 8pm |
The Trio, comprising Kathryn Selby (piano), Charmian Gadd (violin) and Michael Goldschlager (cello), will again this year perform both at Macquarie University and the Town Hall. Series subscriptions and single tickets are still available. For further information please telephone x9447 or x9658.
VACATION CARE AVAILABLE DURING EASTER VACATION
The Macquarie University Vacation Play Centre will be open from Tuesday 1 April to Friday 4 April (inclusive) from 8:30am to 5:05pm.
The centre is based in cottage F2 (near Buildings & Grounds) and is designed for primary school-aged children. New and experienced supervisors have been chosen to care for the children. A range of activities using the facilities available on campus and at Macquarie Centre is chosen by the participants.
The cost is $12 per day and $10 per day for the second and subsequent children from the same family. Half-day and casual enrolments are welcome. As the centre is registered with the Commonwealth Childcare Rebate Scheme, fee rebates can be claimed from Medicare. Enrolments can be made by completing the form which is available at the Credit Union and the Union Spot. A $10 deposit (payable at the Credit Union) is also due for families not previously registered, which is deducted from subsequent fees incurred. Although you are prompted for the intended days of use at the time of enrolment, these dates are not binding.
The Macquarie University Vacation Play Centre is a non-profit co-operative of staff members. Further information is available from someone near you:
| Ros Taplin, | E7A 617, | x8398 |
| Warren Kett, | E8C 326, | x8325 |
| Shauna Dickson, | Library, | x7524 |
| Elaine Higginson, | C3B 612, | x8063 |
CHANGE OF NAME FOR CREDIT UNION
At the 1996 Annual General Meeting of the Universities Credit Union Ltd, the Rules of the Credit Union were amended to enable it to extend its bond and offer its services to residents and persons employed in the Randwick, Ryde and South Sydney local government areas and adjoining suburbs. The name was changed toUnicom Credit Union Ltd from 1 March 1997.
For nearly 35 years, the Credit Union had operated solely within the educational environment and offered its services to members of the various campus communities and their families, alumni and persons having some affinity with a particular post-secondary educational institution. The rate of growth had slowed due to the declining number of permanently employed people on campus, and the Directors of the Credit Union have acted to strengthen the business base and help insure longer term independence and financial viability.
Members of the Credit Union have access to the 24-hour Member Enquiry Centre on 9319 5855.
PROCEDURAL CHANGES
The following two recent amendments to OH&S legislation apply to the University:
Inspector's access to information - Inspectors, who have the power under the OH&S Act, may demand that persons provide information, documentation and evidence about contravention of the OH&S Act and associated legislation without visiting their place of work.
Non-disturbance of place of work after accident - The period
during which a worksite must not be disturbed after a fatal accident
or a dangerous occurrence is set as 36 hours from the time WorkCover
is notified. A definition of dangerous occurrence may be found
in the Personnel Management Handbook Section 27.05.
Ugo Cernot
OH&S Officer
BLOOD BANK HERE IN MARCH
The Red Cross Blood Bank mobile unit will visit Macquarie again soon. It takes all types to give blood and you can contribute when the mobile unit visits Macquarie over two days to keep up with the demand for blood. The details of the next visit are:
Monday 24 March 10.00am to 3.45pm
Tuesday 25 March 9.30am to 3.30pm
The Red Cross Blood Bank greatly appreciates your help in giving blood. Your valued support will help in the treatment of many people, including supplying vaccines to immunise children and adults vulnerable to disease as well as providing life saving blood to trauma victims. Children with acute leukaemia rely on the gift of blood and this is only available because of the generosity of blood donors.
Healthy adult men and women up to 70 years can give blood. To protect the blood supply, all donors must sign a safety declaration before every donation. Giving blood is absolutely safe - all equipment is sterile, used once only and then discarded.
For further information about the Red Cross Blood Transfusion Service, please telephone Linda Fagan on 9229 4444.
OFFICE ERGONOMICS TRAINING
Office ergonomics training introduces the principle and practice of office ergonomics, including common causes of injuries, the prevention of injuries and basic office safety, including manual handling, workstation design, and the importance of breaks and alternative work. Courses are scheduled for three dates in May as follows:
| 8 May 1997 | 9.30am - 12.00pm |
| 20 May 1997 | 9.30am - 12.00pm |
| 28 May 1997 | 9.30am - 12.00pm |
Consultation on office and computer ergonomics is available on an as-needed basis. Employees requesting consultation should first discuss related issues with their supervisor and inform their supervisor about their request for consultation. Schools/Offices requesting multiple consultations are encouraged to first hold a department-wide class on office and computer ergonomics.
For further information on consultation and courses, please contact Ugo Cernot, OH&S Officer, on x9723.
GEELONG IN THAILAND!
Geelong Grammar School is opening a new co-educational boarding school at Doi Tung in Thailand (north of Chiang Rai). The Board of Directors of the Geelong Grammar International Foundation seeks expressions of interest for the three senior founding positions of Principal and Deputy Principals as follows: Principal, Deputy Principal (Academic) and Deputy Principal (Co-curricular and Pastoral Care). The position of Principal will be ideally taken up in Janaury 1998 (and not later than July 1998) and the Deputy Principals not later than January 1999.
For information, please contact Mr Lister W Hannah, Principal, Geelong Grammar School, Corio, Victoria 3214 or Mr A J (Sandy) MacKenzie, Chief Executive, Geelong Grammar International Foundation, phone 052 739 266, fax: 052 751 175.
KEYBOARD PAUSE BREAKS
I have reported recently that RSI is on the increase in the University. One way to prevent this type of injury is to take frequent short breaks and to do slow stretches during these breaks. University policy compels all keyboard users to take reasonable breaks from keyboard work.
There are computer programs on the market which will help computer users do pause stretches. Some programs may be downloaded directly from internet sites:
http://www.possibility.com/PowerPause/ (PC Windows only)
http://saturn.vision.net.au/~macsol/ergo.htm (PC Windows and Mac)
Others may be purchased from suppliers such as Office Gym (Hou Leong P/L) Phone 06 242 8541 or 014 488 205, which sells software for PC Windows only. The cost is $35 per single licence. Price may be negotiated for a multi-user license.
A Sydney firm is Stretch Break Program, (Learning in Focus Enterprises
Pty Ltd). Phone 9555 2206, Fax 9555 9948 - for PC Windows only.
The price may be negotiated for a multi-user license.
Ugo Cernot
OH&S Officer
CHEPD News
http://www.chepd.mq.edu.au
CUTSD National Teaching Development Grants
The National Teaching Development Grants for 1997/1998 have been announced by the Committee for University Teaching and Staff Development (CUTSD). This is a new Scheme which is somewhat different to the previous CAUT Scheme. There are now two categories of grants that individuals and Schools can apply for:
National Teaching Development Grants - Individual
National Teaching Development Grants - Organisational
Another major difference is that the requirements for applications that propose a significant software development are more stringent than in previous years.
Full details, guidelines and application forms are available on the CUTSD Website at : http://uniserve.edu.au/CUTSD/
As in previous years, Macquarie is required to rank its endorsed applications before forwarding them to the Committee. The University closing date for applications is Monday, 14 April. This will allow the University Project Ranking Committee time to assess the applications, arrange any modifications and determine the final ranking.
CHEPD will be running two workshop sessions to assist you in your applications:
If you are interested in applying for one of these grants please
register your interest with Maree Gosper, x9752, e-mail:
maree.gosper@mq.edu.au
MACQUARIE IN THE MEDIA
If you wish to be included in the next Staff News media listing, please forward details of any media interviews to Carroll Pierce, Media Officer (Acting), in the Public Relations Unit, on x7456, or by e-mail to xpertnet@ocs1.ocs.mq.edu.au. Please let us know particularly about television and radio appearances.
Professor Tony Blackshield (Law): The potentially far-reaching effects of current challenges to earlier court rulings, The Australian, 3 March. Constitutional implications of not replacing Senator Mal Colston with a Labor senator, The Australian, 4 March.
Peter Chan (Student): His recital at the Encore 96 concert at the Sydney Opera House and his plan to study atmospheric science at Macquarie, Northern District Times, 26 February.
Ms Anita Chang (Modern Languages): Speech at press conference for the 1997 National Chinese Eisteddfod, Sing Tao Daily, 18 February. Chairing international seminar on contemporary Chinese literature, The Chinese Post, 20 February.
Professor John Croucher (Economic and Financial Studies): The chances of meeting your perfect match on Valentine's Day, ABC Radio Broken Hill, 14 February.
Professor Stewart Firth (History, Philosophy and Politics): The appropriateness of the joint US-Australian defence exercise, Tandem Thrust 97, to modern Australian defence policy, Sydney Morning Herald, 3 March.
Ms Sheryn George (Graduate): Changed from Law to pursue a Bachelor of Arts (Mass Communication) at Macquarie, Sydney Morning Herald, 1 March.
Dr Brian Holbeche (Modern Languages): Macquarie Continuing Education course on the history and development of Nazi film propaganda and ideology, Overdrive, 2SER FM, 25 February.
Ms Catharine Lumby (English, Linguistics and Media): Representation of women in the media with particular reference to Larry Flynt, Sydney Morning Herald, 28 February.
Mr Tim Maung Maung (Student): His work during the summer at the Sydney office of the Burmese Provisional Government in exile and the need for support from all sections of the Australian community for the pro-democracy movement, Razors Edge, 2SER FM, 22 February, Head Over Heels, 2SER FM, 25 February.
Ms Juliet Richters (National Centre in HIV Social Research): Interviewed at the Institute's conference on feminist generations on meaning of post-feminism, Women Out Loud, Radio National, 1 March, 5 March.
Professor Robert Spillane (Graduate School of Management): MBA graduate on the realisation of her dream on Macquarie's program, Women in Management, December 1996.
Dr Paul Van de Ven (National Centre in HIV Social Research): Portrayal of gays and lesbians on TV, The Australian, 26 February.
Mr Ken Wark (English, Linguistics and Media): Review of Peter Handke's book, A Journey to the Rivers: Justice for Serbia, The Australian, 5 March.
Dr Wendy Waring (Institute for Women's Studies): Interviewed at the Institute's conference on feminist generations on meaning of post-feminism, Women Out Loud, Radio National, 1 March, 5 March.
Dr Andrzej Warton (Biological Sciences): Biological cloning, perspectives and problems, Radio SBS AM, 3 March.
Special Issues and Events
Bankers' favours: Certain sections of Macquarie staff amongst those income groups offered discounts on home loans, Daily Telegraph, 3 March.
Big splash PR events: Macquarie meeting the demand for specialist training in events organisation resulting from the proliferation of high-profile public relations events, Financial Review Magazine, March.
Boomtown: Macquarie's $140 million research and development park as part of greater Sydney's construction boom, Australian Financial Review, 3 March.
Car chase: Bag snatchers chased as far as Macquarie, Daily Telegraph, 4 March.
Equinox: Plug for forthcoming rock concert and its lead act, Midnight Oil, at Macquarie, Northern District Times, 26 February, North Shore Times, 7 March.
Fees for appeals: Macquarie's proposals to charge students to appeal their grades, The Australian, 5 March, Sydney Morning Herald, 6 March.
Love, laughter and parenting: Macquarie the venue for a special parenting seminar being organised by the Community Women's Network, Northern District Times, 26 February.
CONFERENCES
In the National Interest: Putting the Talent to Work
19 March 1997, Canberra
A one-day forum on science careers in Australia, which is being organised by the National Tertiary Education Industry Union and the Federation of Australian Scientific Technological Societies. The forum will be held on 19 March 1997 at the National Press Club, Canberra. The lunchtime address, by Professor Ian Lowe, will be nationally televised.
The aims of the forum are to raise public awareness of some of the problems confronting young scientists in developing their skills and forging productive career paths, and to foster debate with a view to developing constructive suggestions for Government, industry and educational institutions. A number of early career scientists as well as senior policy-makers will be in attendance. For bookings, contact Julie Wells, NTEU, phone: 03 9254 1910, fax: 03 9254 1915.
Public Sector Transformation Workshop
Macquarie Graduate School of Management
11 to 13 April 1997
This workshop will focus on changes to public administration, governance and public sector accounting and accountability. It is expected that academic papers covering these changes in various countries will be presented.
The public sector is in a period of transition in many countries, and many governments are proposing fundamental changes to the governance, information systems and regimes of accountability, accounting and auditing. Different patterns of change are being pursued in different countries. Changes in Australasia are aimed at increased efficiency and competition in the provision of public sector goods and services. Whilst some changes in Asia are aimed at improving democracy and efficiency, others are about streamlining government services. In OECD countries there appear to be mixed reasons for pursuing public sector administrative reforms. In several countries there have been significant changes to the traditional public administrative, accounting, auditing and accountability technologies.
Cost for the three days is $250 by 28 March ($300 thereafter). For more information please contact Kelly Callaghan x9038 or e-mail: public-sector@mq.edu.au.
Equity and Tertiary Education: The Role of Institutional Research
and Training
26 to 28 November 1997, Adelaide
Flinders University will host this Australian Association for Institutional Research Conference. A notice calling for expressions of interest has gone out. Information may be followed on the Conference Web Site: http://adminwww.flinders.edu.au/aair/docs/home.htm
For further information, contact the Conference Chair, Ms Wendy
Marchant, Head of Planning Services Unit, Flinders University.
Phone: 08 8201 3677, fax: 08 8201 3548, e-mail: aair97@flinders.edu.au.
SCHOLARSHIPS AND AWARDS
COUNCIL OF LOGISTICS MANAGEMENTS 1997 GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP
PROGRAM
The Council of Logistics Management has established this scholarship program for graduate students enrolled in programs leading to careers in logistics management. These graduate scholarships valued at $1,500, are based solely on merit, academic achievement, work experience, leadership, and career commitment, rather than a financial need. Further information and application forms are available from the Postgraduate Studies Section, Level 1 Council Building.
AGEING AND DISABILITY DEPARTMENT POSTGRADUATE AWARDS
This Department was created to increase opportunities for people with disabilities and for older people to participate in the wider community and have a better qualify of life. Two new PhD students are sought to undertake research into ageing or disability issues. The applicants must be Australian citizens or permanent residents of Australia, residing in NSW for the previous twelve months and must have a research-based honours degree in social sciences, master degree by research or equivalent research experience. The award is valued at $18,000 (tax free) per year for three years. For application forms and information package contact Valerie Turner, (02)9364 6975. Closing date: 21 March 1997.
THE ENGLISH SPEAKING UNION (NSW BRANCH) 1997 SCHOLARSHIP -
$8,000
This Scholarship is open to University Graduates who are Australian Citizens, 35 years of age or younger, living in NSW or the ACT; whose intention it is to return to Australia. It is to be used to assist graduates to further their studies outside Australia. Copies of the application form can be obtained from the Postgraduate Studies Section. Enquiries to E-SU(NSW) Branch, Phil Bolte 9561 8415(W), 9630 7425(AH). Closing date: 6 June 1997.
JAPANESE GOVERNMENT (MONBUSHO) SCHOLARSHIPS FOR 1997/98
The following scholarships are offered to Australian Citizens to study in Japan. Benefits include a living allowance and return tourist class airfare.
1997 Japanese Studies -Tenable from September or October 1997, to August or September 1998. Applicants must be undergraduates, in third year or above, between 18 and 30 years of age and have a good knowledge of the Japanese language. Closing date 3 April 1997.
1997 In-Service Training for Teachers - Tenable for 18 months from October 1997 to March 1999. Applicants must be graduates and employed as school or university teachers or on the staff of teacher training or educational institutions with at least 5 years experience, and be under 35 years of age at 1 October 1997. Applicants must be willing to study the Japanese language and receive instruction in Japanese. Closing date 3 April 1997.
1998 Research Scholarships - Tenable for 2 years from April 1998 or 18 months from October 1998. Applicants must be graduates or final year students and under 35 years of age on 1 April 1998. Field of study must be the same as the applicant has studied and must be willing to study the Japanese language and receive instruction in Japanese. Closing date 3 July 1997.
1998 Undergraduate Scholarships - Tenable for 5 years, including one year preliminary study of the Japanese language. Fields of study are humanities and social sciences, leading to an award of a Bachelor degree. Applicants must be between 17 and 22 years of age on 1 April 1998, and have matriculated by March 1998. Applicants must be willing to study the Japanese language and to receive instruction in Japanese. Closing date 3 July 1997.
Further enquiries and application forms available from Monbusho Scholarships, The Embassy of Japan, 112 Empire Circuit, Yarralumla ACT 2600, phone 06 273 3244, Fax 06 273 1848.
KOREAN GOVERNMENT SCHOLARSHIPS 1997
The Korean Government has scholarships available for Australian citizens to study towards Master degrees, Doctoral degrees and research programs in a variety of fields. Applicants must be able to speak Korean or English and be under 40 years at 1 September 1997. Tenure is from August/November 1997 for 36 months for a Master degree (both including a language training period) or 12 months for the research program. Benefits include a living allowance, return air fare and exemption from tuition fees. Information and application forms can be obtained from the Postgraduate Studies Section, Level 1 Council Building or the Embassy of the Republic of Korea, 113 Empire Circuit Yarralumla ACT 2600, phone 06 273 3044, Fax 06 283 4839. Closing date: 15 May 1997.
RHONE-POULENC FELLOW: GRANT FOR SCIENTIFIC VISIT TO FRANCE 1998
Australian scientists, especially young scientists, may apply for a fellowship sponsored by Rhone-Poulenc Australia, a subsidiary of the French chemical and pharmaceutical company under the Bede Morris Fellowship Scheme. The fellowship provides funds for a professional scientist to visit France in 1997. Research proposals in the following fields will be considered: agrochemicals, animal health and nutrition pharmaceutical products and vaccines (respiratory diseases/asthma, cancer, infectious diseases/AIDS, cardiovascular diseases, central nervous system disorders/pain, bone metabolism disorders/pharmacology); chemicals for applications, including raw materials for coatings, textiles, personal care, detergents, food ingredients, sealants, environmental processes and the mining industry.
Applicants must hold a PhD degree or equivalent at the time of application. They should propose a collaborative research project, or a specific activity, which has been developed in consultation with a host scientist in France. Letters of invitation from host institutions are required. The successful applicant will be provided with a return excursion economy class airfare to France and a grant-in-aid contributing to living costs in France for a period of up to six weeks at a maximum rate of $125 per day. The visit may be extended at the participant's expense.
Application forms available at http://www.science.org.au/internat/exchange/frrhon.htm, International Exchanges, Australian Academy of Science, fax: (06) 257 4620, e-mail: is@science.org.au Deadline for applications: 1 June 1997.
FRANCH EMBASSY FELLOW: GRANT FOR SCIENTIFIC VISIT TO FRANCE
1998
Australian scientists may apply for this fellowship sponsored by the French Embassy in Australia which provides funds for a professional scientist to visit France in 1998. Proposals are invited for collaboration with host scientists in France in any field of natural science, basic or applied, or in a field which embraces cultural aspects of science. Applicants must hold a PhD or equivalent and young scientists are encouraged to apply. Proposals for a visit of four weeks or more are invited (not primarily for conference attendance). Successful applicant will receive a grant of 24,000 French francs as a contribution to costs of the visit. It must be collected in Paris.
Application forms available at http://www.science.org.au/internat/exchange/frrhon.htm, International Exchanges, Australian Academy of Science, fax: (06) 257 4620, e-mail: is@science.org.au Deadline for applications: 1 June 1997.
AUSTRALIA FRANCE FOUNDATION FELLOW: GRANTS FOR SCIENTIFIC VISITS
TO FRANCE 1998
Australian scientists are invited to submit a proposal to collaborate with host scientists in France in any field of natural sciences, basic or applied, or in a field which embraces cultural aspects of science. Applicants must hold a PhD degree or equivalent, and young scientists are encouraged to apply. A return economy airfare to France and a grant-in-aid towards living cots in France for a period of up to six weeks at $125 per day will be provided. The visit may be extended at the participant's expense.
Application forms available at http://www.science.org.au/internat/exchange/frrhon.htm, International Exchanges, Australian Academy of Science, fax: (06) 257 4620, e-mail: is@science.org.au Deadline for applications: 1 June 1997.
COMMONWEALTH FELLOWS: GRANTS FOR SCIENTIFIC VISITS TO FRANCE
IN 1998
Also under the Bede Morris Fellowship Scheme, the Australian Government in association with the Australian Academy of Science is sponsoring fellowships for Australian scientists to visit France in 1998. Proposals are invited for collaboration with host scientists in France in any field of natural science, basic and applied, including mathematics and engineering science. Applicants must hold a PhD degree or equivalent and young scientists are encouraged to apply. A grant-in-aid contributing to the cost of a return economy airfare to France and an allowance of up to $125 per day for a period of up to six weeks will be provided. The visit may be extended at the participant's expense.
Application forms available at http://www.science.org.au/internat/exchange/frrhon.htm, International Exchanges, Australian Academy of Science, fax: (06) 257 4620, e-mail: is@science.org.au Deadline for applications: 1 June 1997.
CLASSIFIED
SHARE ACCOMMODATION: Turramurra. Share house, close to transport and shops. Mature staff member/graduate student - female, non-smoker. Rent: $100p.w. plus expenses. Available now. Phone Jennifer on 9449 9097.
SHARE ACCOMMODATION: Darling Point. Furnished/unfurnished flat to share with one female. Close to shops and transport. Rent: $135p.w. Contact Heather on 9327 5365.
SHARE ACCOMMODATION: Surry Hills. Third person sought to share largest bedroom in a 3 bedroom townhouse. Wooden floorboards, fireplace, 2 bathrooms, W/M, dryer, dishwasher, private parking, very good security. Huge built-in wardrobes, balcony, ceiling fan. Rent: $180p.w. plus expenses. Available 15 March. Contact Andrew on x7092 or 9332 2328(AH).
SHARE ACCOMMODATION: Chatswood. Spacious, sunny attic bedroom/retreat available in shared house with one other. Good yard and additional storage in garage available. Non-smokers preferred. Share bills and cooperative, friendly outlook essential. Rent: $120p.w. single or $150p.w. couple. Please phone Belinda (NHRC) on x9683, or e-mail: bchamber@ocs1.ocs.mq.edu.au.
SHARE ACCOMMODATION: Five Dock. Woman to share spacious waterfront house with one other. Non smoker. Rent: $180p.w + bond. Phone 9712-5798.
HOME EXCHANGE: Self-contained house or flat in London for a 2 bedroom home in the inner-western suburbs of Sydney for a period of three to six months commencing later in the year. Contact Brian Cobb on 9797 6524 or 0419 44 00 95 (mobile).
TO LET: Chatswood. Fully furnished 3 bedroom house, lounge, dining, 2 bathrooms, study and balcony with spectacular views to the west. Close to transport and convenient to Macquarie. Available 18 April to 17 July. Rent: $350p.w. negotiable. Contact Carolyn on x7550 or e-mail cwivell@library.mq.edu.au.
TO LET: Lilyfield. House with 3 bedrooms and study. Available end July 1997 to end June 1998. Rent: $350p.w. negotiable. Contact Dr Chaidi on 9810 6147.
TO LET: Ryde. Two bedroom partly furnished house close to University and shops. Available from April for 6 months. Rent: $220p.w. negotiable. Phone Julie on 9807 2249.
TO LET: Marsfield. Unfurnished 2-storey 4 bedroom home in quiet, select street with bush outlook and backing bush reserve. Double remote lock-up garage. Available after Easter. Rent: $350p.w. Phone Ian on 9869 2576.
COINS FOR SALE: Large collection of Australian pre-decimal coins. This collection, which would be virtually impossible to compile now, contains every denomination for every date, most recorded varieties, many non-recorded varieties, oddities of strange and various sorts, and hundreds of spares of date types and varieties. It would be preferred to dispose of the collection (approx 5,000 coins) in one lot, but will consider parting with bits and pieces. Full catalogue available. To keep the price manageable 1930 pennies and 1923 halfpennies are excluded. Phone x8644.
FOR SALE: Sofa bed (Balmain) stone, very good condition, bed unused. Cost $600, sell for $395 (neg). Phone Andrew on 9332 2328.
ANIMAL PORTRAITS, WALL MURALS: Have your four-footed friends captured on canvas. Provide a good quality colour photograph for a sketch or painting in your choice of medium. Wall murals for any area. Call 0412 185 290 (please leave message if not answered).
MOVING OUT SALE: Refrigerator (Fisher & Paykel) 11 months old. $595 ono; video, Philips, 1 year old, $280; Computer, 486-DX66, 540 Hard Disk Drive, 16 RAM, Quad Speed CD-ROM, 14.4 kpbs fax modem. Speakers and programs.$1,200; Canon Fax Machine, new, $300 If interested in any of the above items, call Rissa on 9870 7298.
FOR SALE: 1984 Ford Meteor, new tryes, CD player, 185 000km, white, 6 alloy wheels. New clutch, new front brakes and discs, great small car, $4,000ono. Phone x8315 or 9837 4817(AH).