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From the Director

It can be frustrating! How often are you asked “what do you think you’ll do at uni” and you don’t feel

confident with your answer? It’s especially difficult if you’re thinking ‘science’, because what you see at school can’t possibly represent all that’s on offer. There are so many options and most of them either seem beyond reach or not even on your radar.Don’t panic! We can help in a big way at the NYSF.

Across 12 action-packed days in either Canberra or Perth you’ll be exposed to a remarkable experience: a program designed for students like you, who love science and want to change the world.

Right now you’re maybe thinking, “I’m doing physics or chemistry and maths but where will that take me?” The answer, quite literally, is ‘almost anywhere’. Whether you dream of exploring the deepest ocean trenches, building the world’s first artificial liver, or chasing the Higgs Boson, we can show you where to start that journey at the NYSF.

Best of all, you’ll experience life on a university campus and connect with hundreds of people like you from across the nation and overseas, a network that will last a lifetime.

If this sounds like you and you’re in Year 11 right now we’d love to see you at the NYSF next January. Nerve and imagination are the only pre-requisites.

The future needs you!

Geoff Burchfield

From the Chairman

Through science, engineering and technology we have created our modern world. We mostly

enjoy a pleasant lifestyle, long life expectancy, good health and high standard of living. However, most of the ever-increasing world population cannot take part in this, so much more needs to be done.Globally we are reaching limits on fossil fuels and clean water; increasing greenhouse gas emissions are affecting our climate; we compete for food, shelter and energy.

The challenge of creating more equitable and sustainable societies requires a better understanding of the complex connections in our world, better predictions of consequences — and better technologies. Science is needed more than ever to find these new solutions and alternatives.

The NYSF offers you opportunities to prepare for this challenge.

You will meet scientists who work in many different ways to improve our future. They can explain the scientific consequences; they are each experts in their own field; they have a vision for the future and propose decisions based on ethical principles. You will meet gifted communicators who bridge the information gap between the disciplines — and with the general public. All of them love and enjoy what they do.

You are part of the new generation that will set the trends for the future. Your NYSF experience, and further studies in science, will form the basis for whatever career you choose and equip you for the challenge of creating a better, sustainable way of life for all.

Emeritus Professor Hans A Bachor AM Federation Fellow

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The NYSF in brief

The NYSF is unique in Australia.

Students during year 11 are selected to attend the NYSF the following year. They learn how to make informed decisions about courses and careers in the sciences and gain a professional skill set to help them realise their potential.

Our goal is to connect young Australians — future scientists and engineers — with their dreams. We achieve this by offering a multi-stage program to students entering their final year of high school.

The 12 day January residential Forum is an action packed starter kit that inspires and empowers each student to plan their future with greater confidence. In the months following the Forum, NYSF students have additional opportunities to take part in the Next Step Program — a series of eight events hosted by universities and industries around Australia. These experiences deepen their awareness of tertiary study options and of entry points and career paths beyond university.

Students also have the opportunity to participate in the NYSF International Program by seeking a place offered at one of the international youth science programs with which the NYSF is affiliated.

A unique feature of the NYSF is that the January program staff are students selected from previous programs. Potential Forum staff are provided with professional leadership training before placement and further develop the skills and abilities on session.

Additionally, any former students can maintain and expand their links with the organisation and its activities through an active Alumni program. Some 9,500 students have now been part of the NYSF and are achieving extraordinary things across Australia and around the world.

In January 2014, three residential sessions will again be offered: each with 150 places. Two of the sessions are hosted in Canberra at the Australian National University, with the third session in Perth being hosted by The University of Western Australia and Curtin University.

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More about the January Forum

The Forum provides the opportunity to test drive a life in the sciences. Central to the program is a series of visits to research labs and facilities. Interacting with leading scientists can offer new perspective and give a real sense of direction.

Living on campus in a residential college, participants experience life as a university student, taking part in personal development workshops, debating the hottest issues in science and having a lot of fun along the way. The networks they form endure far beyond the Forum and provide support during study and into their careers.

Research Labs and Industry VisitsHalf day lab sessions are based on students' areas of scientific interest. The range of sessions encompasses physics, mathematics, information technology, chemistry, biomedicine, animal and plant biology, engineering and earth and environmental sciences. The aim is to inform, inspire and challenge students to consider their scientific interests.

University and Industry ExpoStudents attend a full day of presentations by representatives from many leading universities and organisations who support the NYSF. It’s an unrivalled opportunity to learn about science within industry, diverse careers and the latest courses and scholarships on offer around the country.

Personal Development The NYSF believes that for high achieving students, academic excellence is not sufficient in itself. Students also require skills such as communication, leadership, teamwork and time management. Students engage in a series of workshops to build their skills in these areas in ways that will assist them through year 12 and beyond.


Debates and ForumsPersonal development, critical thinking and advocacy skills are further developed through debates on contentious issues that range across science and society. Students gain experience in voicing their opinions effectively, putting forward a structured case and exploring issues from a variety of perspectives.

Parliamentry Procedures Science meets politics in the Australian Parliament House in Canberra and the Parliament of Western Australia in Perth. In a special role-playing session hosted by the Parliamentary Education Office and the Constitutional Centre of WA, students find their way through parliamentary procedures and discover how science becomes public policy.

Formal and Informal EventsForums are marked by a series of formal events: the official Opening Ceremony, a Rotary Dinner and a Science Dinner, at which leading figures in science are keynote speakers. The academic program is broken up with informal events such as picnics, sporting activities and a dance.

Student StaffThe day to day operation of the program is coordinated by student staff, many of whom are part way through their university degrees. All of the ‘staffies’ are NYSF alumni who have undertaken a comprehensive leadership training program. Experienced Rotarians and members of the NYSF staff provide supervision during the January sessions.

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How to apply for the NYSF 2014

Three easy steps

Step 1 Find a Rotary ClubBefore you can complete the online Application, you must find a supporting Rotary Club to endorse your application. Details of Rotary Clubs can be found on the NYSF website.

Step 2 Register onlineComplete and submit an application online. The Application Form and instructions are located at nysf.edu.au/applying

Step 3 Submit your ApplicationOnce your online Application Form is completed, you will be prompted to print a hardcopy of your Application. You must then speak with and provide the hardcopy Application Form, plus the specified supporting documentation to your supporting Rotary Club before the deadline of 31 May 2013.


What happens next? Once Applications close, Rotary Clubs make an assessment of applications, which may include interviewing applicants in person and inviting them to speak at a Rotary meeting. Once they have assessed all applications, Rotary Clubs send their nominations to the NYSF Rotary District Chair.

During July and August, each Rotary District conducts the selections, which may include interviewing applicants in person.

Eligibility and Selection CriteriaApplicants must be currently in year 11 and must have Australian citizenship or permanent residency status. They must also be considering science, engineering or a related course at an Australian university.

A passion for science is an obvious requirement. Beyond that, personal qualities are also important: so while consistently good grades will have an impact, students should not be deterred if they don’t have perfect scores.

It is important that NYSF students interact well with others and have interests outside of school, such as music, drama, art, sports or community linked activities.

Orientation MeetingsFor successful students, the NYSF begins in September or October with attendance at an Orientation meeting, organised locally by NYSF Rotary District Chairs. These meetings give successful NYSF applicants the chance to meet other NYSF students and staff and hear detailed session information from the NYSF Director. See page 19 for list of Orientation Meeting dates.

Travel to the ForumThe NYSF covers the cost of travel to either Canberra or Perth and makes all travel arrangements so that students are placed directly on NYSF chartered coaches or are chaperoned at the nearest train station or major airport.

CostAlthough the program is subsidised by NYSF partners, there is an up front cost for each student of $2,495. In most cases some part of this cost may be met by the student’s nominating Rotary Club, school or community sponsors. Some Rotary Clubs may also support their students with fund raising activities, as students are expected to contribute to the cost of the Forum. Students should discuss the cost with their supporting Rotary Club as early as possible, as the $2,495 is an early bird cost, and there is an additional administrative charge of $50 for payments made after 1 October.

New Zealand January Exchange ProgramA long-standing reciprocal arrangement with the Rotary Districts of New Zealand provides six Australian students with the opportunity to attend the Rotary National Science and Technology Forum in Auckland. Each year, the New Zealand places are allocated in turn to Rotary Districts around Australia. If you are interested in the New Zealand exchange opportunity, discuss this with your NYSF Rotary District Chair.

Important Dates1 Apr 2013 Applications open 31 May 2013 Applications close Aug Letters of offer are sent to students,

schools and Rotary clubs Sept/Oct Orientation meetings

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Guest Speakers

The NYSF has earned and maintains a reputation for the high calibre of our guest speakers, including Australians of the Year, recipients of the Prime Minister’s Prize for Science and Nobel Prize winners. Their fields and achievements are many and varied and they all have inspiring stories to tell. A selection of 2013 speakers include…

Professor Ian Chubb ACProfessor Ian Chubb commenced in the role of Chief Scientist on 23 May 2011. Prior to that, Professor Chubb was Vice-Chancellor of The Australian National University from January 2001 to March 2011; Vice-Chancellor of Flinders University of South Australia for six years and the Senior Deputy Vice-Chancellor of Monash University for two years while simultaneously the Foundation Dean of the Faculty of Business and Economics for 16 months.

Professor Lyn Beazley AOA Professor of Zoology at the University of Western Australia and former leader of the WA Neurotrauma Research Program, Professor Beazley is well recognised for her work in mapping the pathways through the brain and central nervous system to better understand how to cure neurotrauma. As Chief Scientist of Western Australia, Professor Beazley plays a part in providing the State Government with advice on topics that are important to the future direction of science and innovation in WA.

Professor Ken Freeman FAA FRSWinner of the 2012 Prime Minister’s Prize for Science, holder of the 2013 Henry Norris Russell Lectureship (American Astronomical Society) and Duffield Professor of Astronomy in the Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics at the Mount Stromlo Observatory.


Dr Tania de Koning-Ward Dr Tania de Koning-Ward is an National Health and Medical Research Council Career Development Fellow in the School of Medicine at Deakin University. Her research program aims to understand at a molecular level how malaria parasites are able to invade and remodel their host cells in order to cause disease.

Professor Steve Simpson Professor Stephen Simpson is the Academic Director of the Charles Perkins Centre and an Australian Research Council Laureate Fellow in the School of Biological Sciences at the University of Sydney. Steve returned to Australia in 2005 after 22 years at Oxford where he was Professor of Entomology and Curator of the University Museum of Natural History. He holds a PhD from the University of London, and an Honours degree from the University of Queensland.

Professor Veena SahajwallaProfessor Sahajwalla is the Director of Sustainable Materials Research & Technology Centre (SMaRT @UNSW) at the University of New South Wales, the Associate Dean (Strategic Industry Relations) Faculty of Science, the Australian Research Council (ARC) Future Fellow and the Commissioner of the Federal Government’s Climate Commission.

Dr Tom HattonAs Group Executive, Energy at CSIRO, Dr Hatton has responsibilities across the Energy, Oceans and Resources domains supported by an annual budget of $220m. Dr Hatton and his team are helping to accelerate large-scale greenhouse emissions cuts through a collaborative program of research, development and demonstration.

Dr Katherine Trinajstic Dr Trinajstic is Associate Professor of Paleontology at Curtin University. She was awarded the 2010 Malcolm McIntosh Prize for Physical Scientist of the Year.

Alumni MICHELLE COOPER (NYSF 1995)Michelle Cooper completed a Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Hydrogeology at the University of Melbourne. After working overseas for several years, Michelle joined Geoscience Australia in Canberra, one of the organisations she had visited during the NYSF, several years earlier.

Michelle now works in the Mineral Exploration Promotion section of Geoscience Australia, promoting Australia as an attractive exploration and investment destination. She is also working with a small team to create a new map of Australia showing the location of rocks associated with particular ore deposits that will assist mineral companies to decide where to explore in the future. In addition, Michelle is studying for a PhD in Sedimentology through James Cook University.

“The NYSF was a fantastic experience. I met people from all over Australia who were as excited as I was by science. I loved the wide

range of scientific organisations we visited; the sports science department at the University of Canberra and the preservation section of the

Australian War Memorial were real highlights. One of my favourite activities now is being one

of the scientists who hosts NYSF participants who visit Geoscience Australia each January.”

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The NYSF — Beyond January

The NYSF programs continue throughout the year with a range of events that offer greater awareness of science in action and strengthens support networks.

The Next Step Program From March to July, the NYSF offers a series of ‘next step’ events around the country. These are designed to give students a practical perspective of what study and employment opportunities are available around the nation. The programs are organised in collaboration with many of Australia’s leading universities, industries and research organisations. In 2014, these events will be held in major cities around Australia.

The universities hold programs, just for NYSF students, to extend their knowledge of courses, facilities, scholarships and accommodation on different campuses. Major industries host workshops and exclusive tours of facilities. Students from the January Forum are encouraged to participate in as many events as possible.

The International Program Through affiliations with a range of international youth science programs in countries such as Canada, Germany, South Africa, Sweden, USA and the United Kingdom, the NYSF can offer 2014 students an opportunity to apply for a place in any of these programs.

Students gain a global perspective on the big questions in science and the unique experience of interacting and building friendships and networks with peers from around the world.

Some programs are research-based, allowing students to complete projects in collaboration with researchers from around the globe. These programs are exclusive through the NYSF and participation may open doors to other opportunities.

Alternative Programs in January 2014

Places at the National Youth Science Forum are strongly contested and there are inevitably more high quality applicants than places available. As part of our mission to help more young Australians connect with the sciences, we are pleased to endorse these satellite programs. Run by Australian universities in conjunction with Rotary, the programs offer a youth science forum experience with a regional flavour.

Youth Science Forum @ the University of Western Sydney (YSF@UWS)This three day residential program, developed in partnership with Rotary, the UWS and the NYSF, has been running since 2008. Selection is aligned with the Rotary selection processes for the NYSF and places are offered to students who are rated of suitable standard but who were unsuccessful in gaining a place on the NYSF.

Youth Science Forum @ the University of Tasmania (YSF@UTAS) This three day residential program was piloted in 2013 around the unique array of scientific strengths of the University of Tasmania and associated research entities. This initiative was developed in partnership between the NYSF, Rotary District 9830 (Tasmania) and the University of Tasmania.

Youth Science Forum @ the University of Queensland (YSF@UQ)This three day residential program is being piloted at the University of Queensland Gatton campus in January 2014.

Further information is available on the NYSF website.

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Rotary International

Rotary is the founding partner of the NYSF.

Rotary in Australia partnered with NYSF in the development and implementation of the original concept in 1983–84. From that time on has been involved in every stage of the operation of each year’s program.

Rotary clubs receive, endorse and assess student applications for NYSF, referring those assessed as of high standard to their NYSF District Chair. The Chair and Committee are responsible for conducting selection interviews, undertaking final ranking of applicants in order of their suitability and making the offer of places at NYSF in terms of the quota of places that has been allocated to that District.

This national selection process represents an enormous contribution of personal resources but Rotary’s commitment and contribution does

not stop there. Clubs and their members are closely involved in every step of the students’ NYSF journey. Clubs may offer students financial assistance towards the cost of attending the NYSF but this must be negotiated.

Rotary clubs and districts organise orientation meetings of selected students in preparation for the Forum, and facilitate student travel connections to and from Canberra or Perth. They also provide adult mentors on session and home hospitality for students at key points in the program.

Rotary’s deep and sustained commitment to assist with the development of young future scientists is a major contribution to the NYSF’s successful operation.


Our Partners The NYSF thanks our partners for their support.

ACT Government The ACT Government is a proud supporter of the NYSF because we recognise the importance of a scientifically engaged community: one that embraces the knowledge-based industries that today, and in the future, will build the ACT economy. act.gov.au

ANSTOThe Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation is one of the largest public research organisations in Australia. ansto.gov.au

Australian National University ANU is Australia’s national university and one of the world’s great research institutions. anu.edu.au

BHP BillitonBHP Billiton is the world’s largest natural resources company. The company’s corporate objective is to create long-term shareholder value through the discovery, acquisition, development and marketing of natural resources. BHP Billiton pursue this through their consistent strategy of owning and operating large, long-life, low-cost, expandable, upstream assets diversified by commodity, geography and market. bhpbilliton.com

Cochlear FoundationAs the leading global expert in implantable hearing solutions, Cochlear is dedicated to bringing the gift of sound to people all over the world, through pioneering breakthrough technologies and working with research teams around the globe. cochlear.com

CSIRO The Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation is Australia’s national science agency: and one of the largest and most diverse research agencies in the world. csiro.au

CSLCSL is a global specialty bio-pharmaceutical company that researches, develops, manufactures and markets therapies that prevent and treat serious human medical conditions. csl.com.au

Curtin University At Curtin University you’ll study a course that’s applied, innovative and grounded in the real world. You’ll graduate with knowledge and skills that are relevant, and a globally recognised degree. curtin.edu.au

Exxon Mobil ExxonMobil’s primary role, and most important contribution to society, is to provide safe, reliable and affordable energy supplies to people around the world. exxonmobil.com.au

Grains Research and Development CorporationThe Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) invests some $150 million per annum across a wide range of grains research areas from molecular biology to farming systems. grdc.com.au

GlaxoSmithKlineGlaxoSmithKline is a global, research-based pharmaceutical and healthcare company with a long, proud history in Australia. Since 1886, we have contributed to the Australian economy through agriculture, manufacturing and innovation, while also delivering the highest quality medicine, vaccines and over-the-counter products. gsk.com.au

Murray Darling Basin AuthorityThe Murray–Darling Basin Authority leads the planning and management of Basin water resources in collaboration with partner governments and the community. Our vision is to achieve a healthy working Basin through the integrated management of water resources for the long-term benefit of the Australian community. mdba.gov.au

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Newcastle UniversityThe University of Newcastle is a world-class institution that delivers quality education and innovative research. Students have access to high quality programs, state-of-the-art facilities and award-winning teachers and are given the support to succeed. newcastle.edu.au

NSW Department of Trade and InvestmentNSW Department of Trade and Investment, Regional Infrastructure and Services (NSW Trade & Investment) drives sustainable economic growth in NSW. We do this by working with and supporting the best range of businesses and industries across NSW to advance investment, innovation, activity and improvements across all industry sectors. trade.nsw.gov.au

Orica Orica is the world’s largest provider of commercial explosives and blasting systems, the global leader in the provision of ground support and leading supplier of sodium cyanide for gold extraction. We’re in over fifty countries with customers in twice that many and over 15,000 employees. Orica is progressive and forward thinking with a focus on global expansion and continued market leadership. orica.com.au

ResMedResMed is a global leaders in the development, manufacture and marketing of innovative medical products for the diagnosis, treatment and management of respiratory disorders, particularly sleep-disordered breathing (SBD). resmed.com/au

Rio Tinto Rio Tinto is a leading international mining group that focuses on sustainably finding, mining and processing the Earth’s mineral resources. Our operations give us the opportunity to bring long-lasting positive change to the communities, regions and countries where we work. riotinto.com.au

University of CanberraWe focus on professional preparation for your professional careers and in 2013 were again awarded the maximum five Stars for Graduates Getting a Job and Positive Graduate Outcomes by The Good Universities Guide. www.canberra.edu.au

University of New EnglandThe University of New England is Australia’s oldest regional university, proudly offering a wide variety of industry-aligned courses available on campus or by distance education. www.une.edu.au

The University of Melbourne Your University of Melbourne degree will lead you to places you never thought possible. We believe you can accomplish anything you set your mind to, and we’ll help you realise your ambitions. www.unimelb.edu.au


University of New South Wales UNSW is a national leader in learning and teaching, integrating cutting-edge research with teaching excellence. www.unsw.edu.au

The University of Queensland In the top 1% of universities in the world, we offer a university experience like no other. www.uq.edu.au

University of Tasmania The University of Tasmania is known for its distinctive science-based programs and strong research capabilities. www.utas.edu.au

University of Technology Sydney University of Technology Sydney (UTS) is a world-leading university that prepares graduates, such as Mr Hugh Jackman (actor and producer), to be leaders, innovators and make real differences in the world. www.uts.edu.au

The University of Western Australia The University of Western Australia is a leading Australian research university with an international reputation for excellence, innovation and enterprise. www.uwa.edu.au

The University of Western SydneyThe University of Western Sydney is a young, innovative and dynamic university, and one of the largest in Australia, encompassing five diverse campuses. www.uws.edu.au

Water CorporationEach day, we reliably supply safe drinking water to more than two million Western Australians. www.watercorporation.com.au

Alumni Terry FrankcombeDr Terry Frankcombe attended the National Youth Science Forum in 1993.

Terry completed a Bachelor of Science (Honours) at the Australian National University, being awarded a University Medal for his studies. He completed a PhD at the University of Queensland, developing new methods for simulating chemical reactions.

Terry has held postdoctoral research fellowships in Australia, the Netherlands and Sweden, researching topics ranging from solid state hydrogen storage to reactions occurring in the interstellar medium. He currently holds an ARC Future Fellowship at ANU and researches quantum mechanics.

“NYSF completely changed my perspective of the options

available to me after year 12. It showed me that there were

very few real limits on where or what I could study. From that

point it was simply a case of following the most interesting

opportunities I found.”

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Rotary District

Day Date Registration Time

Location

9455 Sun 22/09/13 08:45 Department of Sport and Recreation, Leederville

9465 Sat 21/09/13 08:45 Piney Lakes Environmental Education Centre

9500 Sun 15/09/13 09:00 Charles Hawker Centre, Waite Road, Urrbrae

9520 Sun 15/09/13 09:00 Charles Hawker Centre, Waite Road, Urrbrae

9550 Thur 03/10/13 17:00 Charles Darwin University, Casuarina Campus

9550 Sat 05/10/13 16:30 Sheridan Plaza Hotel, Cairns

9550 Sun 06/10/13 16:30 Townsville RSL Club

9570 Mon 07/10/13 17:30 Ocean International, Mackay

9570 Tues 08/10/13 17:30 Athelstane House, Ward St, Rockhampton

9570 Wed 09/10/13 17:30 Childers ISIS Club

9600 Thur 10/10/13 16:30 University of Sunshine Coast

9600 Fri 11/10/13 17:00 Science Learning Centre, U of Q, St Lucia

9630 Sat 12/10/13 10:00 University of Queensland, Gatton

9640 Sun 13/10/13 10:30 Bond University, Gold Coast

9650 Sat 07/09/13 10:30 Walcha Central School, Walcha

9670 Tue 10/09/13 17:30 Physics, University of Newcastle

9680 Thur 05/09/13 16:00 Chatswood High School

9690 Fri 06/09/13 16:00 Nepean Clinical School, 66 Derby St, Penrith

9700 Wed 11/09/13 17:00 Country Comfort Motel, Bathurst Road, Orange

9700 Thur 12/09/13 17:00 Industry & Investment NSW, Wagga Campus of Charles Sturt University, Pine Gully Road Wagga

9710 Mon 02/09/13 16:30 CSIRO Headquarters, Canberra

9750 Mon 09/09/13 17:30 New College, UNSW, Kensington

9800 Mon 21/10/13 16:30 International House, Parkville

9810 Sat 19/10/13 10:30 CSL Limited, 45 Poplar Road, Parkville

9820 Sun 20/10/13 09:30 Monash University, Churchill Campus

9830 Sun 29/09/13 13:30 University of Tasmania, Newnham Campus

9780 Thur 17/10/13 17:00 University of Ballarat, St Helen’s Campus

9790 Fri 18/10/13 16:00 Melbourne University, School of Rural Health, Shepparton

All successful applicants are required to attend an Orientation Meeting on one of the following datesSubject to change, check the NYSF website for up to date information.

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NYSF Rotary District Chairs Rotary District RLO | PDG Bob Greeney (until 30 June 2013) 2/45 Goldner Circuit, Melba ACT 2615 | 02 6258 4152 [email protected]

Rotary District RLO | PDG Rob Woolley (from 1 July 2013) PO Box 258, Kippax ACT 2615 | 02 6254 9485 [email protected]

Rotary District DCLO | Mr Ken Clark PO Box 828, Mudgeeraba QLD 4213 | 07 5520 5556 0418 797 375 | [email protected]

Rotary District 9455 | Mr Greg Thurston 9 Bagot Place, Hillarys WA 6025 | 08 9401 0553 0417 177 837 | [email protected]

Rotary District 9465 | Mr Kevin Trent 3 Broad Street, Kensington WA 6151 | 08 9367 7794 0417 175 004 | [email protected]

Rotary District 9500 | Mr Paul Bahr 15 Loretta Street, Redwood Park SA 5097 08 8263 5068 | 0412 045 190 | [email protected]

Rotary District 9520 | A/Prof TuckWeng Kok 2A Belt Street, Walkerville SA 5081 | 08 8269 7091 0410 691 268 | [email protected]

Rotary District 9550 | Mr Bryan Dobson 1/50 Latchford Street, PIMLICO QLD 4812 | 0457 179 435 [email protected]

Rotary District 9550 | Darwin Assistant Mr Sabaratnam Prathapan 0402 027 046 | [email protected]

Rotary District 9550 | Cairns Assistant Mr Graham Reveleigh 07 4033 1805 | [email protected]

Rotary District 9570 | Mr Martin Eiteneuer PO Box 103, Pleystowe QLD 4741 | 07 4954 3509 0427 538 441 | [email protected]

Rotary District 9570 | Rockhampton Assistant Mr Stuart Doak 0434 079 035 | [email protected]

Rotary District 9570 | Bundaberg Assistant Mr John Weir 0428 620 262 | [email protected]

Rotary District 9600 | Mr Derek Jones 16/95 Coolibah Street, Bardon QLD 4065 | 07 3366 9501 0413 516 165 | [email protected]

Rotary District 9630 | Mr Paul Merry 40 Mackenzie Street, Toowoomba QLD 4350 07 4638 4148 | 0409 913 764 | [email protected]

Rotary District 9640 | Andrew Naylor Box 300, Chevron Island QLD 4217 | 0418 139 888 [email protected]

Rotary District 9650 | Dr Beth Fuller 9 Webster Close, Tinonee NSW 2430 | 02 6553 1804 0427 455 517 | [email protected]

Rotary District 9670 | Prof Bruce King 2 Seppelt Close, Eleebana NSW 2282 | 02 4946 8572 0432 770 758 | [email protected]

Rotary District 9670 | Newcastle Assistant Ms Julie Midson York 0408 607 276 | [email protected]

Rotary District 9680 | Mr Noel Cislowski 65 Darling Street, Roseville NSW 2069 | 02 9412 1707 0422 932 762 | [email protected]

Rotary District 9690 | Ms Sarah Whereat 9 Summit Street, Mount Riverview NSW 2774 0402 304 486 | [email protected]

Rotary District 9700 | Dr Laurie Lewin F1832 Colando Mail, Leeton NSW 2705 | 02 6955 2205 0428 552 205 | [email protected]

Rotary District 9710 | Mr Adam de Totth 50 Sidaway Street, Chapman ACT 2611 | 02 6288 1441 0402 464 327 | [email protected]

Rotary District 9750 | Mr Rhys Gray 406 Crown St, Wollongong NSW 2500 | 02 4226 1477 0418 424 029 | [email protected]

Rotary District 9780 | Mr Stewart Riddel 48 Delaney Drive, Macarthur Park VIC 3352 0458 854 323 | 0458 854 323 | [email protected]

Rotary District 9790 | Mr Nigel Liggins PO Box 1266, Shepparton VIC 3632 | 03 5823 1736 0400 694 618 | [email protected]

Rotary District 9800 | Ms Gabrielle Morgan PO Box 2358, Footscray VIC 3011 | 03 9687 6872 0419 398 507 | [email protected]

Rotary District 9810 | Mr Paul Taranto 49 McIndoe Parade, Parkdale VIC 3195 | 03 9580 0229 0402 086 249 | [email protected]

Rotary District 9820 | Mr Adrian Davis PO Box 581, Rosebud VIC 3939 | 03 5986 7731 0419 744 166 | [email protected]

Rotary District 9830 | Mr Dennis Bordin 62 Sunshine Road, Austins Ferry TAS 7011 | 03 6249 4810 0488 494 882 | [email protected]


NSSS Council

(NYSF Governing Body)

PatronHer Excellency Ms Quentin Bryce AC Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia

PresidentProfessor Ian Chubb AC Chief Scientist of Australia

AmbassadorProfessor Penny Sackett

Chairman and Vice President Emeritus Professor Hans Bachor AM

SecretaryIan Sayers

TreasurerMichael Pedler

Council membersThe Australian National University Represented by Professor Tim Senden

The University of Canberra Represented by Dr Leah Moore

Curtin University Represented by Professor Jo Ward

Chief Executive, CSIRO Australia Represented by Dr Lyn Hinds

President, Australian Academy of Science Dr Elizabeth Truswell

President, Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering Professor Robin Stanton

District Governor, Rotary District 9710 Phil Armstrong/Maureen Manning

Rotary Liaison Officer Bob Greeney/Rob Woolley

NYSF Director Geoff Burchfield

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