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Engineering South Australia News
July 2008 Edition | Engineers Australia South Australia Division
Science and Engineering Challenge 2008
Engineers Australia, in conjunction with Rotary Second place schools included Endeavour
and the University of Newcastle, recently hosted College, Penola High School, St George College,
the South Australian Science and Engineering St Marks College Port Pirie, St Michaels College, St
Challenge. 55 schools, involving over 1700 Peters Girls School and Temple Christian College.
students, participated over 7 days of competition
Both the winning and second place schools will
in Adelaide, Mt Gambier, and Port Pirie in May
now compete in the Science and Engineering
2008.
Challenge state finals, to be held in Adelaide in
The Science and Engineering Challenge is August 2008. The winners from the state final will
designed to inspire young people, through fun then represent South Australia in the national finals
and practical hands on activities, about the to be held on the Gold Coast later this year.
opportunities available in science, technology
The Science and Engineering Challenge could
and engineering.
not be held without the generous support of
Students built a fixed arm helicopter and were sponsors and volunteers. The South Australian
required to complete a number of rescue Government, through the Department of
related tasks. Other teams of students assumed Trade and Economic Development and
responsibility for the management of power the Department of Transport, Energy and
supply and distribution across a city using a Infrastructure, provided significant support to
combination of coal-fired, nuclear, gas, hydro, ensure that the current generation of students
solar and wind power. consider the opportunities available to them in
the science, technology and engineering related
Further activities included building a suspension
fields.
system for a Mars explorer that would enable it to
negotiate payloads over an undulating surface, Major sponsors included the University of Adelaide
designing a reticulation system to deliver water and the University of South Australia. Supporting
around the nation, experimenting with codes used Sponsors included; ASC Pty Ltd, ATSE SA Division,
in protecting data as it is transferred electronically Flinders University, Kimberley Clark, Flinders Power,
and designing a bridge that was tested to One Steel, Southern Flinders Ranges Development
destruction. Board and SA Works Program, Nyrstar and Port Pirie
Regional Council.
The Australian Science and Mathematics School,
Bordertown High School, Faith Lutheran School, Thanks also to Rotary and the many companies
Immanuel College, John Pirie Secondary School, who provided volunteers to assist throughout the
Sacred Heart College and Seaton High School competition.
all recorded victories in the 7 individual days of
competition.
Sponsors
Division Partners
Division Supporters
Engineers Australia SA Division tel 08 8267 1783 fax 08 8239 0932 web www.engineersaustralia.org.au
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A Message from the President
Contents China has seen a twenty percent annual
increase in patent application filings over the
last fifteen years. China is currently third in the
A Message from the President 2 world behind the United States and Japan. In its
News 3&4 latest study, Evalueserve, a global research and
analytics firm, forecasts that, if patent filings in
Careers 5 China continue to grow at the current rate, the
State Intellectual Property Office of China will
Policy 6 overtake the United States Patent and Trademark
Office by 2012.
Member Profile 7
Your Professional Development 8 An increasing number of patents, a focus on
innovation and a business desire to be first to
market with an edge over competition drives
the uptake of new technology. Databases,
data-mining, enterprise architectures, web
search engines and other emerging tools
Division Executive allow unprecedented access to instant
information. Wikipedia seems to have overtaken
President Encyclopaedia Britannica, YouTube is now a
Bill Filmer AM FIEAust CPEng EngExec FRAeS mechanism for politicians to communicate with
Vice President voters and companies use blogs for market
research. The potential danger is that, in some
Doug Gillott FIEAust CPEng
instances, there may be an all too-ready
Treasurer acceptance that the information is correct and
Jeff Walsh FIEAust CPEng can be acted upon.
Executive Director Compiled and assembled data becomes
Ian McEwan information and, if interpreted by one with
Recently when transiting Denver Airport a experience, it is useful knowledge. But the
Deputy Director billboard caught my eye – ‘In five years time 30% information needs to be accurate and complete
Caroline Argent of businesses will be dependent on technology and the interpretation undertaken by someone
not invented yet.’ who can tell the difference.
Preferred Suppliers 2008 An interesting thought to occupy an otherwise jet So perhaps before you next recommend an
lagged mind as I wandered to my connecting investment to your company or client in the latest
Sothertons Chartered Accountants gate. I pondered existing technology that was ‘must have’ technological breakthrough, make
Accounting Services essential to business. Most of the items on my list sure you know how to interpret the underlying
seemed to have been around longer than five inputs and the results. Otherwise you may
The Independent Weekly News Services years, but I can remember times when they were be held to the carefully calculated garbage
not an essential part of business. Computers, generated from incomplete or erroneous data.
mobile telephones, PDAs or even current
Produced by ‘essential’ entertainment such as MP3 players and
Bill Filmer AM FIEAust CPEng EngExec FRAeS
DVDs for example.
Engineers Australia South Australia Division President
Engineers Australia, SA Division
Is the rate of invention growing? If one judges 2008 Year of the Engineering Team
Engineering House, 11 Bagot Street,
increased technological innovation by the
North Adelaide, South Australia 5006
number of patents filed then the answer is a
tel 08 8267 1783 fax 08 8239 0932 resounding yes. There were 811,000 patents filed
web www.engineersaustralia.org.au in the USA in the past five years which was up
270,000 on the previous five year period. In the
corresponding period 100 years ago 158,000
patents were filed. A plot of filed patents for
each year from 1836 to the present shows a
cubic relationship.
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News
A Great Many Congratulations!
We would also like to congratulate
Nadine Kilsby MIEAust on the birth of
her beautiful daughter Tilda. Nadine
is a member of Division Committee,
Two Fellows have been recognised in the Jim Hallion FIEAust CPEng, a long time and
respresenting the Environmental
Queens Birthday honours. John Adams FIEAust distuinguished Fellow of Engineers Australia
College. Congratulations to Nadine
CPEng OAM has received a Medal of the was recently appointed as one of the eleven
and her family.
Order of Australia while Don Alexander FIEAust members of Infrastructure Australia. Infrastructure
CPEng AM has received a Member of the Australia is the new national body tasked with
Order of Australia. Both have been recognised developing a blueprint for fixing and modernising
for their contribution to society through their the nation’s transport, water, energy and
Engineering accomplishments. John has been communications infrastructure. Good luck to
heavily involved in the standardisation of rail Jim with what I’m sure will be a difficult and
transport systems, and various executive roles challenging task.
in professional organisations. Don has been
recognised in particular for his contribution to the
Water Supply sector in South Australia.
Engineers Australia Grads Give Back!
and civil drafting careers. Their informative talks The seminar intended to sufficiently inspire the
sparked a high level of interest from both the teachers so they would encourage the students
students and their parents. of today to become the engineers of tomorrow.
The event was very successful and many positive
Following on from this, as a part of National
comments were received from both participants
Career Development Week, on 3rd June 2008
and attendees.
Engineers Australia SA Division held the second
annual Engineering Careers Seminar. Targeted at The South Australia Division would like to thank the
Secondary School Science and Maths Teachers following presenters for their involvement;
and School Careers Advisors, the seminar featured
Andrea McCarthy – Electronics Industry Association
inspiring presentations by 11 dynamic young
David van der Zwaag - Maunsell Aecom
engineers.
David Warren – Santos
The aim was to provide essential information about Deb James – Bassett Consulting Engineers
the range of exciting and diverse career paths Demian Gibbons – BAE Systems
engineering can offer and to enable teachers Donnie Rositano – Connell Wagner
to better relate aspects of the curriculum to real Jarrad Rosser – SKM
world applications. It was hoped that exposing John Higgins – Vipac Engineers and Scientists
teachers to the vast opportunities available in Kent Cook – Heathgate Resources
engineering will lead to an increase in the number Sarah Webster – PB
of students studying the enabling subjects. Tom Grantham – Tonkin Consulting
On Wednesday 28th May 2008 Engineers Australia
participated in a combined careers information
night for St Aloysius College, Christian Brothers
College, Pulteney Grammar School and St
Mary’s College. This year’s event was hosted by
Pulteney Grammar and was aimed at creating
an awareness of career opportunities amongst
Year 10, 11 and 12 students. Engineers Australia
is regularly involved in events such as this, to
drive enthusiasm in science and maths and
hopefully influence students towards a career in
engineering.
We would like to extend our thanks to Peyi Pey Guo
and Ryan Hodges from Connell Wagner for their
presentations to the students about engineering
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News
National Committee for Women in University Update
Engineering Update Professional and Continuing Education (PCE) at
the University of Adelaide offers a 10 week, part
time intensive course, ‘English for Professionals’,
Engineers Australia’s National Committee for About the National Committee for Women in that may be of interest to members of Young
Women in Engineering will be hosting the 15th Engineering Engineers Australia in South Australia.
International Conference of Women Engineers and Women engineers currently comprise less than
The course is for people who have advanced
Scientists (ICWES15) in Adelaide, South Australia in 10% of the membership of Engineers Australia
level proficiency in English (equivalent to IELTS 6).
July 2011 (including students). The National Committee
The course further develops English language
for Women in Engineering is made up of
proficiency and focuses on the skills and
This will be the first time that an international representatives from Women in Engineering groups
strategies required to advance in an Australian
conference devoted to women in science, from every Division of the Association (a total of
professional career.
engineering and technology will be held in nine), covering all States and Territories in Australia.
Australia. The proposed theme of the ICWES15 is The course is suitable for people of non-English
“Women In Science, Engineering and Technology The National Committee for Women in speaking backgrounds who want to succeed in a
– Tomorrow’s Solutions Today.” A wide range Engineering is responsible for promoting women professional career in Australia. Past participants
of sessions are planned to address different in the engineering profession, representing them in the course have been skilled migrants, current
technologies, including a possible session nationally and developing appropriate programs and past overseas students as well as people
on climate change. It is also hoped that the to support their needs. already working as professionals.
Conference will address gender issues and the
For more information visit the Univesity of Adelaide
challenges of attracting and retaining women in The vision of the National Committee is that website at
the Science and Engineering professions. engineering is an inclusive profession which values, www.adelaide.edu.au/elc/courses/engprof/
supports and celebrates the contributions of
ICWES15 is well supported by the government women in the engineering team. The programs
of South Australia and the City of Adelaide. The of the National Committee are intended to
Conference will be offered in partnership with attract women of all ages to engineering
the leading women’s associations in science, careers, retain women in the profession, support
engineering and technology in Australia and women throughout their engineering careers
New Zealand. It hopes to gain sponsorships from and celebrate the achievements of women in
leading companies around Australia. Technical engineering.
visits are also being planned as part of the
Conference program.
Market Access
Program Offer
Are you considering starting or expanding
an exporting business in South Australia? You
may be eligible to apply for a grant under the
Market Access Program (MAP). Run through
the Department of Trade and Economic
Development, MAP provides newly formed or
growing export businesses with funding to help
promote products and services overseas.
Chartered Status Workshops You can receive grants for a number of export
related activities including:
• expenses incurred for overseas promotion
Upgrade your professional status to Chartered The next workshops will be held on: of your products and services, such
Professional Engineer (CPEng), Chartered as attendance at trade fairs, travel,
Engineering Technologist (CEngT), or Chartered accommodation and marketing materials
Tuesday 22 July 2008, 5.30pm at
Engineering Officer (CEngO) by attending a
Engineering House, 11 Bagot Street, • expenses incurred for export activities within
workshop and subsequently submitting your
North Adelaide. Australia, such as hosting international
application. The purpose of these workshops is
to clarify the process of applying for Chartered delegations, domestic travel and
Wednesday 24 September 2008, 5.30pm
Status. Each workshop is conducted by SA accommodation for buyers
at Engineering House, 11 Bagot Street,
based National Assessor, Ewan Hazeldine. North Adelaide. • increasing your export capabilities through
training, self-education and marketing.
For further information on the MAP scheme, or to
Registration is essential. Contact Norma Cowan on 8267 1783 to register your attendance.
find out if you are eligible, visit the
southaustralia.biz website.
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Careers
A good manager is still the key to retaining Young Engineers Fullbright Scholarships
I was fortunate enough to be recently invited by felt more confident about discussing some fairly
the Young Engineers of Engineers Australia – SA personal situations they had found themselves 2009 Fulbright Scholarship applications are now
Division, to arrange and host a Careers Night in, with their current or former employer, what open.
for under-graduate and recent post-graduate became clearly evident in a lot of cases were
engineers. In my mind I tried to relate back to the lack of structured review processes and the Valued at up to $A40,000, Fulbright scholarships
what it was like for me starting feeling of helplessness they had in voicing their are open to Australian citizens looking to
out as a Uni student, looking concerns to their line managers. undertake research or study in the United States
to commence my working life In a lot of cases some of these young engineers for 3 - 12 months. Scholarships can be started
and some of the lessons I wish had simply made the decision to move on to between 1 July 2009 and 30 June 2010.
I’d had access to back then. a “grass is greener” role, rather than discuss the
Then I began to second guess Applications are open to Postgraduates (to do
concern or issue with their manager. More often
myself, as the opportunities research related to their Australian PhD or enrol
than not reason for not instigating a dialogue
for me back in the early 90’s in a US degree), Postdoctoral, Professional and
was due to the manager being “inaccessible”,
(as many of you will nod Senior Scholars from any field of study.
“too busy”, “not interested in me” or “had no
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at any other time. Having made those couple of to realistically cope with.
fairly sweeping judgements, I set about putting If managers (myself included) are able to better
together some basic information about how to focus on this one aspect of our work lives then
write an effective CV, deciding who to apply staff will be more productive. In this way they’ll be
to and then how to maximise their chances of learning and taking on responsibility at the rate
being successful in an interview – a couple of the they need, we’ll encourage and foster a culture
absolute basics that are potentially glossed over in which opinions will be heard without fear of
in a market where the candidate is king! criticism and ultimately our retention rates will be
The Careers Night was held as an open forum higher as a result.
where questions were encouraged at any time Thank you again to the Young Engineers Australia,
throughout. When we got to areas of planning in particular Michael Engelaar (President), Alvin
and development, and the need to prepare for Chan and Andre Jemison for the opportunity to
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Policy
Manufacturing Review Over 600 members responded to the survey
which closed on Sunday 8th June 2008. The
International and National Policy Directorate is
A Working Group, chaired by Past National
President Peter Cockbain, has been formed to currently reviewing the survey results, which will be
consider the current state of the manufacturing made available as part of the planned report on
sector in Australia. They will be looking to identify the “Future of the Australian Manufacturing Sector”.
problems, and potential policy solutions, as well as A discussion paper on the future of the sector was
the role for Australian governments in any program also prepared as a companion document to
to support the ongoing success of the sector. the survey. Despite the survey having closed this
This process is intended to result in the production document can still be accessed from:
of an Engineers Australia report on the “Future http://www.engineersaustralia.org.au/
of the Australian Manufacturing Sector” and representation/member-
the preparation of a new policy position/s on Members can keep up to date with the progress
manufacturing for Council approval. Engineers of the Manufacturing Review, and access the
Australia will also use the information gathered to Terms of Reference of the Working Group, via
directly engage with Australian governments on the Engineers Australia website: http://www.
manufacturing issues. engineersaustralia.org.au/representation/
An overarching policy position on Manufacturing member-surveys
has recently been approved by Council as Members should also feel free to direct
a first step in this process. The policy can be comments on the discussion paper and/or
accessed from: www.engineersaustralia.org.au/ manufacturing issues generally to
representation/policy-statements policy@engineersaustralia.org.au
The Manufacturing Working Group recently
prepared a survey on manufacturing issues.
The results of the survey will feed into the work of Kathryn Hurford
the Working Group, any future policy positions, Associate Director, Public Policy
research and discussion papers and government International and National Policy Directorate
submissions produced by Engineers Australia on Engineers Australia
manufacturing issues.
CELM 2008 Conference John Monash Award
Engineers Australia has established the John Monash Medal
Engineering
Education Australia
The Centre for Engineering Leadership and
as an award to recognise outstanding contributions made by
Management (CELM) 2008 National Conference is the
individuals towards increasing the awareness and conservation
biennial gathering of engineers at all stages in their
of Australia’s engineering heritage.
career, focused on the “non-technical” aspects of
professional development. This year’s theme “Engineers:
The Medal is awarded by Engineering Heritage Australia (a EEA’s aim is to deliver/
Driving Australia’s Future” sets the scene for the profession
Special Interest Group of Engineers Australia).
Any person or organisation is invited to nominate an individual
broker courses and
to discuss the role of the Engineer as a community and
business leader, and in setting the social, commercial
they feel has made, over a considerable period of time, an
outstanding contribution to engineering heritage in Australia
related services to:
and political agenda for Australia over the next
through one or more of the following:
decade and beyond. As a knowledge profession, is • the raising of awareness of engineering heritage within the
the knowledge of engineers sufficiently valued and profession;
harnessed at the most senior levels? • the promotion of engineering heritage within the
• support Engineers Australia’s
community; initiatives in areas such as Continuing
Set in the rapidly expanding city of Perth the event starts
• the recording and documentation of engineering heritage; Professional Development (CPD),
with a warm cocktail event on Wednesday the 10th of
• the conservation of engineering heritage; Professional Development Programs
September and culminates with a thought provoking • such other contribution to engineering heritage as (PDPs), Chartered Status, and career
Hypothetical Session on Friday the 12th of September. Engineering Heritage Australia may consider worthy of development, and
There are packages available for Mentor/Mentee and recognition.
discounts for attendance at both the conference and This award is open to non-members of Engineers Australia.
the summit. Nominations are to be in original hard copy signed by
• maximise cost-effective learning
the person (or a representative of the group) making the
A registration brochure and form can be downloaded
nomination. Photocopies of non-original material should be
opportunities for Engineers Australia
via the Conference Website, www.celm2008.com/ legible and suitable for scanning. A “How to Nominate” guide members and other individuals and
registration and online registration is available. is available from the Administrator of EHA. organisations in engineering and
For any queries about the conference, please contact The nomination and supporting material should be mailed to
related fields.
the CELM 2008 Conference Secretariat: the Administrator, Engineering Heritage Australia, 11 National
Circuit, Barton, ACT 2600, (Tel 02 6270 6525).
EECWPty Ltd T: 08 9389 1488 F: 08 9389 1499
E: lexie@eecw.com.au An electronic version of the nomination is also required. This For further information visit
version should preferably be a Microsoft Word or PDF file on a www.eeaust.com.au
CD and mailed as above, or sent by email to the Administrator
HSlat@engineersaustralia.org.au
Nominations and the supporting documentation should reach
the Administrator by Thursday 31 August 2008.
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Member Profile
Member Questionnaire
Carl Willis Does your organisation have
Why did you become an
engineer?
a Professional Development
I was encouraged by my parents to
channel my inquisitive nature into study
Program?
instead of pulling everything apart, ‘to
see how it works’.
What project are you working on Many of our members are lucky enough to participate in a Professional
now? Development Program (PDP) alliance between their organisation and
A number of airport upgrades around Engineers Australia. Currently there are over 4,000 members of the engineering
the traps. They are interesting civil team in over 200 participating organisations in Engineers Australia PDPs. These
projects, airports. Big, yet fiddly. organisations include mining, utilities, consulting, aerospace, information
technology, telecommunications, processing, manufacturing, construction
What do you like the most about the engineering and public authorities. PDP Partners include small organisations as well as
profession? many household names.
Working for GHD, of course! Shameless plug, I know.
The PDP benefits participants by providing a focus on achieving Chartered
Also, working in a team environment. I have a number of Status, whilst providing access to expert assistance, feedback and
friends who, in their professions, work quite independently and to encouragement from Engineers Australia National Assessors. Participants can
me, that sounds, well, boring. also access workshops, assistance with mentoring, and help with personal
competency development plans.
What do you see as one of the biggest issues
facing the engineering profession? Organisations value the relationship with Engineers Australia because of
The lack of qualified engineering personnel represented in the the alignment between the goals of the participant, the organisation and
leadership and decision making roles within our society. This, Engineers Australia. Engineers Australia values the PDP arrangements, as they
I believe, results in a lack of recognition, which reduces the provide a structured method for Australia’s professional engineers, engineering
appeal of the profession to young people. technologists and engineering officers to achieve Chartered Status in the
minimum necessary time.
Who has provided you with the greatest amount of
inspiration in your career? If your organisation has yet to tap into these mutual benefits, why not suggest
I have been privileged to work with some great engineers in that contact be made with Engineers Australia? Please contact Lyndley King in
my time, my current mentor included but without question the the Division office on 08 8267 7020 or lking@engineersaustralia.org.au.
greatest inspiration is my gorgeous, successful, and loving wife.
Lyndley will be pleased to assist your organisation with preparing the
The greatest engineering achievement is …….. justification for launching your own PDP.
because …………
Phillip Campbell FIEAust CPEng
The production, distribution and delivery of emissions free
energy. More of a desire, I know, but if we don’t sort it out, it’s Chartered Status Portfolio Holder
all over. There will be lots of arguing and postulating but once South Australia Division Committee
that’s done with, it will be the engineers that finally fix it.
What are your hobbies?
Every Monday my mates and I run around the Flinders Uni Gym
kicking each other in what can only loosely be described as, a
game of soccer.
Where would your ideal holiday be?
Dump the kids with their grandparents and sail around the
Croatian coast.
What was the last book you read?
‘We Need to Talk About Kevin’ by Lionel Shriver. I just thought I
would get a few tips in case the boy goes bad.
What is your favourite animal?
Baby sheep because they are responsible for lamb shanks.
Who would you most like to meet?
Nick Cave. I hear the ‘Prince of Darkness’ is a great
conversationalist.
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Your Professional Development
July-August 2008 Unless published otherwise all presentations are scheduled for Engineering House, 11 Bagot Street, North Adelaide
Event details are subject to change. Please check our website prior to event for current information.
Date Time Host Event Contact Email
Chartered Workshop
22 July 5.30pm Engineers Australia Norma Cowan ncowan@engineersaustralia.org.au
Presenter: Ewan Hazeldine
9.00am –
23 July Biomedical Committee IEC Biomedical Standards Workshop Lloyd Walker lloyd.walker@novita.org.au
5.00pm
Site Tour – Engineering Services for Emergency
6 August 1.00pm IET Retired Engineers Management Bob Bogner r.bogner@ieee.org
Location: State Emergency Centre
JTP Mechanical &
Technical Presentation
7 August 5.30pm Manufacturing and Phillip Campbell pcampbel56@yahoo.com.au
Speaker: Graham Haywood
RTSA
Course: Asset Management and Maintenance
Engineering Education Engineering
12-13 August 8.30am Presenter: Ross Francis info@eeaust.com.au
Australia Education Australia
Location: Rydges South Park
Topic: PhD Completion Seminar
13 August 5.30pm Biomedical Norma Cowan ncowan@engineersaustralia.org.au
Speaker: Tom Nguyen and Karen Reynolds
Topic: Future Directions for Tomorrow’s Interactions
19 August 5.30pm JTP Electrical Norma Cowan ncowan@engineersaustralia.org.au
Speaker: Prof Bruce Thomas, UniSA
Course: Contract Management Course
Engineering Education Presenter: Professor Tony Barnett or Alternate Engineering
25-26 August 8.30am info@eeaust.com.au
Australia Presenter Dr Anthony Gray Education Australia
Location: Rydges South Park
Engineering Excellence Awards Dinner
30 August 7.00pm Engineers Australia Sarah Carey scarey@engineersaustralia.org.au
Venue: Hilton Hotel, Victoria Square
Course: Earned Value Methodology for Project
Engineering Education Engineering
2 September 8.30am Management info@eeaust.com.au
Australia Education Australia
Location: Rydges South Park
The Warren Centre’s National Energy Essay Competition
The Warren Centre is a long established, independently funded, not-for-
profit entity within the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Sydney. It
has a record of successful projects completed over the past 25 years.
The Warren Centre is seeking young leaders, or lateral thinkers, who
are concerned about Australia’s energy future. They want entries from
anyone (Australian and under 31) who can bring informed, creative and
enlightened insights and potential solutions to Australia’s energy demand
and supply future. This competition is about Australia’s energy future.
Specifically it is about the next phase of primary energy sources and
the future beyond that. It is also about the younger generation and their
contribution to the future of Australia’s energy development.
Major prizes (The Babcock and Brown Power/Wind Partners Prize and the
Sumitomo Australia Prize are each worth $20,000!) and national media
coverage is available through the generosity of corporate and media
sponsors.
To find out more about this exciting competition, go to www.neec.org.au
Entries close 22nd August 2008.
Malcolm Boyd, Manager
The Warren Centre’s National Energy Essay Competition
T: 0412 797 479 E: admin@neec.org.au www.warren.usyd.edu.au
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