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| Issue Editor: Nathan Woolford |
Number 50, 18 April 2005
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| Grapevine | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Scholarships, Grants, Prizes & Cadetships | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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"You can spend your life looking for a perfect cherry-blossom and it wouldn't be a wasted life." Kazumoto (Ken Watanabe) in The Last Samurai |
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| National Indigenous Cadetship Program (NICP) The National Indigenous Cadetship Program (NICP) provides opportunities for Indigenous Australians to gain the professional qualifications needed for a range of jobs in both the public and private sectors. It assists in matching students who intend studying full-time in an undergraduate degree, and in some circumstances postgraduate students, with employers who can give them work skills and professional employment experience. Here at the Unit Kym Kilroy, our Cadetship Officer, has been very successful in placing many of students. Kym can register you with the NICP and help find you a cadetship and she also does "graduate link-ups" for final year students. So call in to Room 607B of the Gordon Greenwood Building, or call (07) 3365 7251 or email Kym Kilroy. |
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| myAdvisor - Essential Information for Students Many of your questions about student issues can be answered on this webpage. myAdvisor provides essential information about the following topics:
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| UQCareerHub The UQ CareerHub is an online careers and graduate employment service for UQ students. Employment vacancies are listed in real-time because information comes directly from the employer - so check UQ CareerHub regularly for the latest vacancies. Weekly emails will be sent to you featuring vacancies relevant to your discipline. UQ CareerHub is managed by Student Support Services with assistance from UQ faculty staff. Check out the site at www.careerhub.uq.edu.au. |
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| Petition for the U.N. Draft Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples
I am the Vice-Chair of the NGO Committee on Indigenous Issues at the UN. We are very concerned that the Draft Declaration will disappear. Without it the Indigenous Peoples of the world have no charter of their human rights. One of the chief opponents of it is the Australian Government. I would be grateful if you could sign this and find as many people as possible to also sign it. Click on the official web site and sign as requested. Ignore the Feb 2005
dead line date.
www.petitiononline.com/indig001/petition.html |
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| Scholarships, Grants, Prizes & Cadetships | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| ARC Discovery - Indigenous Researchers Development The primary aim of the Australian Research Council Discovery - Indigenous Researchers Development is to develop the research expertise of Indigenous Australian researchers to a level which is competitive with mainstream funding. To be eligible to apply researchers must be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent. It is strongly recommended that a Mentor (who does not need to be an Indigenous Australian) be associated with the proposal to provide specific expert advice on the subject of the research. Applicants do not have to hold a PhD to apply, but must have completed a research degree or demonstrate equivalent research capacity and experience. Researchers who are enrolled in higher research degrees may apply for a grant to provide funding towards their degree. In this instance, it is strongly recommended that the student's supervisor (who does not need to be an Indigenous Australian) be associated with the proposal. The Research Cadetship - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders (RC-ATSI) was introduced into the program in 2002. The RC-ATSI provides a salary equivalent to the ARC's Australian Postdoctoral Fellowship. Applicants should familiarise themselves with the Funding Rules and Funding Contracts. For more information go to the ARC website. Applications close 7 May 2005. |
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| CPA Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People Scholarship 2005 CPA Australia is the largest professional body in Australia representing the accounting, finance and business profession. Associate membership of CPA is available to people who have completed the necessary subjects in an accredited accounting/business degree offered by an Australian university. Up to 10 Indigenous scholarships are sponsored by CPA Australia. The purpose of the scholarship is to assist Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to meet the educational requirements for CPA status. The scholarship entitles recipients to exemption from all CPA program segment fees and provides free membership of CPA Australia at Associate level for the first year. Applications close on 31 May 2005. For Further information go to the scholarship webpage. |
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| Joint Academic Scholarship Online Network (JASON) JASON is a search engine that contains information about postgraduate scholarships. The scholarships in the database apply to Australian students wishing to study at home or abroad, and to international students wishing to study in Australia. www.jason.unimelb.edu.au. |
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| Other Scholarships Other scholarships offered to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students at the University of Queensland can be found at www.uq.edu.au/study/index.html?id=1137. |
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| Employment Opportunities | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Position: Legal Officer Description: The Aboriginal Legal Service of WA (Inc.) is a statewide Aboriginal-controlled and community-based organisation. An opportunity exists to work in this unique, challenging and rewarding environment. We seek suitable applicants for the position of Legal Officer. Applicants must be admitted as a practitioner with a minimum of two years post-admission experience preferably with extensive exposure to Criminal Law. The appointee will be based in the Kununurra and be responsible for the provision of legal services to individual Aboriginal clients and communities in the region including appearances as counsel in defended hearings in Court of Petty Sessions, appearances in the Superior Courts (District and Supreme Courts) as well as advice and representation on civil matters, including family law. Closing Date: 22 April 2004 More Information: Personnel Officer on (08) 9265 6666 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Position: Welfare Organiser, University of Queensland Union (Part-Time) Description: The University of Queensland Union provides services and representation to all students enrolled at the St Lucia, Ipswich and Herston campuses. The Welfare Organiser provides support, advocacy and representation to students regarding welfare related issues and involves providing advice and information to students on matters such as tenancy issues, AUSTUDY, Youth Allowance, other Centrelink matters and administration of student loans. The Welfare Organiser also provides emergency assistance and referral for students in crisis situations. Closing Date: 22 April 2005 More Information: Sue Abbett on (07) 3377 2201 or email | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Position: Lecturer - Indigenous Media Unit Description: The Batchelor Institute of Indigenous Tertiary Education , N.T., are seeking a person to fill the position of Lecturer - Indigenous Media Unit. To participate in the preparation and delivery of subject material in radio and video, broadcasting, media, communications and related areas of study relating to units of competency from the National Training Packages. To carry out relevant administrative tasks and professional activities and research relevant to the professional area. Note: Tutoring positions are not suitable for people who work during the day as you would be required to assist with classes during the day and/or be able to offer after hours assistance should this be required. Closing Date: 29 April 2005 More Information: Human Resources Section on (08) 8939 7424, email or web | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Position: Anthropologist (x2) Description: Yamatji Land & Sea Council. The Yamatji region covers some of the most beautiful and varied country in Australia, extending from Ningaloo Reef and Shark Bay in the north down to the expanding regional centre of Geraldton and east to the goldfields of Meekathara and Cue. Based in Geraldton you will be required to liaise directly with Indigenous people, conducting research for the native title process. Under the direction of the Senior Anthropologist and working closely in an interdisciplinary team, your exciting research opportunities will introduce you to a diverse array of Indigenous people in a wide range of locations including places of high cultural significance and world heritage status. An attractive remuneration package will be negotiated with the successful candidate commensurate with their skills and experience. Closing Date: 6 May 2005 More Information: Ana Te Nahu on (08) 9268 7000 or email | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Position: Senior Regional Legal Officer Description: Yamatji Land & Sea Council. The Yamatji region covers some of the most beautiful and varied country in Australia, extending from Ningaloo Reef and Shark Bay in the north down to the expanding regional centre of Geraldton and east to the goldfields of Meekathara and Cue. Do you remember how, when you were at University, you said you wanted to be a human rights lawyer? Well here is your chance. This is a key position within our legal team in this highly professional native title representative body. Managing a staff of 9, you will be responsible for the carriage of approx 10 native title claims. In this forward looking and progressive organisation, you will be advancing the interests of Indigenous people. An attractive remuneration package will be negotiated with the successful candidate commensurate with their skills and experience. Closing Date: 6 May 2005 More Information: Ana Te Nahu on (08) 9268 7000 or email | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Position: Indigenous Project Coordinator Description: Menzies School of Health Research is seeking an Indigenous Project Coordinator to coordinate activities of the randomised controlled trial 'Prevention of Early Childhood Caries-- Indigenous Surveillance and Health promotion (PECC--ISH). The goal of the study is to develop, implement and evaluate the effectiveness of a community-oriented, primary health care intervention to prevent dental decay among pre-school Aboriginal children. The intervention will include increased surveillance, health promotion activities, and the use of fluoride varnish. This project is based in Darwin and will involve remote Aboriginal communities throughout the NT. It is anticipated that the successful applicant will have skills and qualifications including: an Aboriginal Health Worker, nursing, medical, dental or equivalent qualification; experience in Indigenous Australian/low-income country health research or providing health care in a remote community setting; and an ability to travel to remote communities. Closing Date: 16 May 2005 More Information: Dr Peter Morris on (08) 8922 8371 or email | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Position: Professor of Indigenous Studies, University of Sydney Description: As an important part of its commitment to Indigenous education, the University of Sydney wishes to appoint a senior Indigenous academic to the new and significant position of Professor of Indigenous Studies. The successful applicant will take responsibility for progressing the University's work in the areas of Indigenous research, policy, and student and educational matters. The Professor of Indigenous Studies will also have responsibility for implementing and monitoring the University's Indigenous Education Strategy and Equity Plan, which is nearing completion. He or she will liaise closely with the University's Indigenous Education Strategic Development Working Group, senior management and other members of the University community to ensure Indigenous issues and knowledge informs all University activities. Closing Date: 2 June 2005 More Information: Rachel Symons on (02) 9351 3517 or email | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| What's On!!! | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| UQ - What's on this Week A UQ webpage that gives an overview of events around UQ on a weekly basis or search further ahead. Covering the academic calendar, student matters, seminars and workshops, sporting fixtures, concerts, exhibitions, courses and careers events, graduations, orientation, dinners, receptions and public lectures. Go to www.uq.edu.au/events/ to check it out. |
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| Tatau - 12 February-1 May 2005 Featuring the compelling photographs of Mark Adams and an experimental film by Lisa Taouma, TATAU is an exhibition examining the origins, history and practice of Samoan tattooing and its contemporary significance. Bringing into focus the pe'a or traditionally male tattoo, and the malu or traditionally female tattoo, TATAU explores Samoan tattooing from a contemporary perspective and documents the extraordinary cross-cultural history of tatau since the 1970s - transported to the migrant communities of New Zealand, disseminated into various international subcultures, and played out in the context of domestic lounge room settings from Auckland to the Netherlands. The Mayne Centre is open to Public from 10am to 4pm Tuesday to Sunday but closed Mondays and public holidays. For a map of the location if the Mayne Centre click here. |
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| Pretty Woman
& My Best Friend's Wedding- 20, 21 April 2005 Switch off the airconditioning, get out of the house and get a dose of Brisbane's glorious autumn evenings. Vaalia Yoghurt Outdoor Cinema gives you an outdoor, big-screen movie experience next to the Brisbane River, all for free! Screenings for the last week of the Vaalia Yoghurt Outdoor cinema are two Julia Robert's films: on Wednesday 20 April is Pretty Woman and on Thursday 21 April My Best Friend's Wedding. Head to the Cultural Forecourt, South Bank, for free outdoor movies each Wednesday and Thursday night from 7:30pm. To find out more details about the Vaalia Yoghurt Outdoor Cinema experience including: getting there, wet weather plans and seating arrangements go to the website. |
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| Universal Relationships and Responsibilities for Sustainable Living Practices - 18-21 April 2005 As part of the University of Western Australia's dynamic Indigenous cultural exchange programme, the School of Indigenous Studies in collaboration with the Institute of Advanced Studies, Faculty of Architecture, Landscape and Visual Arts and the School of Biomedical and Chemical Sciences is pleased to present a major cross-cultural and multi-disciplinary event, Universal relationships and responsibilities for sustainable living practices for cultural and environmental well-being, with an emphasis on Indigenous peoples' perspectives is a three day symposium that has its foundation in both addressing crucial environmental concerns and embracing a global approach to a more holistic way of thinking, living and being. A major focus of this gathering is The Five Hundred Year Peace Plan, delivered by special guest speaker Leon Secatero of the Canoncito Navajo Nation who will address relevant global concerns of cultural and environmental importance that positively embrace land and humanity collectively. There are two associated events as integral components of the symposium - an Indigenous Art Exhibition Gnarlung Wirn, Gnarlung Ngarnk, Gnarlung Boodja - our spirit, our mother, our country and a traditional women's healing workshop Marr Mooditj Gnarlung Djookanka - healing hands of our sisters that provides a perspective on cultural artistic expression and the importance of traditional healing practices. The symposium runs from 18-21 April 2005, for registration and programme details go to www.sis.uwa.edu.au. |
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| Seeking Justice in the 21st Century: The Contested Politics of Race and Gender - 19 April 2005 You are invited to a professorial lecture by Professor Kathleen Daly, School of Criminology and Criminal Justice, Griffith University. The lecture is entitled "Seeking Justice in the 21st Century: The Contested Politics of Race and Gender". The lecture considers problems of justice and alternative ways of "doing justice", with a focus on race and gender politics, restorative justice, and Indigenous justice. The lecture will be held on Thursday 21 April 2005. The start time is 5:00 for 5:30pm. Light refreshment to follow at 6:30pm. The lecture is being held at the Lecture Theatre, Queensland College of Art, South Bank, Brisbane. Please RSVP no later than 15 April. For more information please contact Rebecca Glover on ( 07) 3875 5955 or email. |
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| Repossessing the Wilderness - 22 April 2005 Annie Ross (School of Social Science, UQ) will present a public lecture on "Repossessing the Wilderness" at 3pm Friday 22 April 2005 in Room 207, Gordon Greenwood Building (#32), University of Queensland, St Lucia Campus. For further information contact Sean Ulm. This seminar series is sponsored by the School of Social Science and the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies Unit. For further details on upcoming seminars check out www.atsis.uq.edu.au/workingpapers.html. |
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| At the Edge of Town on the Fringes of Society - 29 April 2005 Bryce Barker (USQ) will present a public lecture on "At the Edge of Town on the Fringes of Society: The Archaeology of a Depression Era Itinerant's Camp on the Toowoomba Range Escarpment" at 3pm Friday 22 April 2005 in Room 207, Gordon Greenwood Building (#32), University of Queensland, St Lucia Campus. For further information contact Sean Ulm. This seminar series is sponsored by the School of Social Science and the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies Unit. For further details on upcoming seminars check out www.atsis.uq.edu.au/workingpapers.html. |
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| Train the Trainer: Cross-Cultural Awareness Training Program - 9-13 May 2005 Cross Cultural Communications has operated the most successful Train the Trainers program for Indigenous people for eight years. In that time more than 400 people have been trained as cultural mediators. The program offers participants the oppurtunity to develop the necessary skills to present cultural information appropriately, effectively and competently within a structured framework. If you are interested in more information please call our senior mediator Tom Kirk on (07) 3395 1054 or email Tom Kirk. Places are available for all training programs. The next course runs from the 9-13 May 2005. |
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| National Archaeology Week - 15-22 May 2005 National Archaeology Week aims to increase public awareness of Australian archaeology and the work of Australian archaeologists both at home and abroad, and to promote the importance of protecting Australia's unique archaeological heritage. Held from the 15-22 May 2005, this exciting nationwide program of events and activities will include public lectures, seminars, exhibits, demonstration excavations and displays. Check out the website to learn more about events in your area. |
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| National Archaeology Week: Free Student Seminar Day - 17 May 2005 A day of exciting adventure-packed presentations by five Queensland-based professional archaeologists. The seminars present a unique learning opportunity for senior school students (Years 11 & 12) and professional development for teachers in the areas of history (ancient & modern), social science and multi-strand science. Five seminars will be presented through the day: "Indigenous Archaeology of Central Queensland" by Dr Sean Ulm; "Historical Archaeology of Brisbane" by Paddy Waterson; "Archaeological Adventures in the Pacific" by Dr Marshall Weisler; "Environmental Archaeology in the Mediterranean" by Dr Judy Powell; and "Excavations in the Ancient Middle East" by Dr Natalie Franklin. The seminars will be held on Tuesday 17 May 2005, 9:45am-2:00pm at the Queensland Museum Theatre, South Bank. Places are limited. For bookings contact Paddy Waterson on (07) 3225 1784 or email. For more information, visit the web page www.archaeologyweek.com. |
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| The Indigenous Knowledges Conference - 22-25 June 2005 The Indigenous Knowledges Conference - Reconciling Academic Priorities with Indigenous Realities is being held at Victoria University, Wellington, New Zealand, in 2005. The 4 day conference brings together scholars from a range of disciplinary fields and nations to develop discipline-based responses to the real-world struggles of Māori and indigenous peoples. The purpose of Indigenous Knowledges Conference is to promote discussion and interaction between academics and Indigenous communities focused in different disciplines as well as different nations. We are particularly interested in generating new thinking about academia and its role in Indigenous communities and societies. We are providing a forum for established and emerging Māori and Indigenous academics to map disciplinary and intellectual discourses from an Indigenous perspective. The Conference will highlight the work of Indigenous experts in a range of academic disciplines and offer a forum for the development of Indigenous research priorities. For more information on the conference got to the website here. |
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| The Repatriation of Ancestral Remains - 7-10
July 2005 The past 15 years have witnessed a revolution in relations between Indigenous peoples and Australian museums, characterised by recognition of and respect for Indigenous rights and obligations in respect of cultural property. Acknowledgment of Indigenous obligations and customary law in respect of the dead has resulted in various initiatives by museums and state agencies to resolve the fate of Indigenous human remains and grave goods acquired during the colonial era. However, these initiatives have had the effect of throwing into sharp relief challenges that Indigenous peoples and museums face in seeking to work together to resolve the fate of remains. The Repatriation of Ancestral Remains conference aims to examine critically the successes and failures of efforts to resolve the fate of Indigenous ancestral remains acquired from Australian and overseas museums and scientific institutions. As well as assessing repatriation policies and practices in the light of Indigenous community experiences of repatriation and addressing the problems of identifying and repatriating ancestral remains located in European and other overseas collections, especially in the light of scientific reluctance and resistance to recognise the rights and obligations of Indigenous people in respect of the dead and their possessions. The conference is presented by the World Archaeological Congress and the Centre for Cross-Cultural Research, Australian National University, Canberra. For further information contact Paul Turnbull or Michael Pickering. |
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| The Uses and Abuses of Archaeology for Indigenous
Populations - 8-12 November 2005 This World Archaeological Congress Inter-Congress provides a forum for examining a range of issues concerned with indigenous peoples and their past. WAC is based on, and campaigns for, the need to recognise the historical and social role and the political context of archaeological inquiry and the need to make archaeological studies relevant to the wider community. WAC's First Code of Ethics acknowledges the obligations of professionals in archaeology and heritage management to indigenous peoples. This involves the recognition of the importance of indigenous cultural heritage (sites, places, objects, artifacts, human remains etc) to indigenous people and also, that this heritage rightfully belongs to them as their cultural property. The conference is being held at Rangataua, Tauranga, Aotearoa/New Zealand. For further information goto the website or email rangataua@ihug.co.nz. |
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| Published by the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies Unit, University of Queensland, Brisbane, Queensland, 4072, Australia | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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