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As a graphic designer and copywriter, my style is characterised by:

* clean, contemporary designs
* meaningful, minimal wording
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A sole operator with low overheads, I bring 12 years experience in copywriting and graphic design, 10 of these as a freelancer for clients Australia-wide. I am passionate about entrepreneurism in regional Australia and get a buzz from anything to do with local produce, food, wine, travel and tourism.

I've written copy for and/or designed: websites, brochures, business cards, adverts, logos, flyers, newsletters, media releases, annual reports, technical reports, conference posters, tenders, proposals, grant applications, award submissions, articles, case studies, speeches, sales & key messages, media & promotional packs, Google AdWords and more. While I am available for just graphic design, more often than not clients value the combined editing, writing and design service I am able to offer.

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See The Mary River Turtle: yesterday, today, tomorrow...

Services / specialist skills include:
*Obtaining ISBNs and barcodes
*Editing early or final drafts - from quick edits through to lengthy rewrites ensuring correct grammar, technical accuracy and logical / appealing layout
*Writing front and back cover text, inside cover text, forwards and so on
*Doing all design - including book creation in Adobe InDesign, image manipulation in Adobe Photoshop (prints, slides, digital images etc), final PDFs
*Arranging printing - securing quotes and overseeing through to final print
*Advising on distribution - where and how to sell, pricing (wholesale, retail etc)
*Coordinating book promotion - media releases, reviews, thumbnails and blurbs
*Preparing alternative versions - PDFs for different purposes (eg web, email)
*Helping maximise website sales - text, images, Google AdWords / searchability]]> Environment http://www.greatsandy.com.au/index.php?itemid=25 Tue, 18 Nov 2008 18:37:16 -0800 http://www.greatsandy.com.au/index.php?itemid=24 Explore Fraser Island covers far more Fraser Island destinations than any other guide book on the market. There's an incredible fifty all up, with two pages of info and pics devoted to each. This helps YOU to decide where you want to go...

NORTHERN FRASER ISLAND
Sandy Cape
Sandy Cape Lighthouse
Rooney Point
Ocean Lake
Orchid Beach
Waddy Point
Champagne Pools
Indian Head
Wathumba Creek

CENTRAL FRASER ISLAND
Central Fraser Island Map
Awinya Creek
Lake Gnarann
White Lake
Lake Bowarrady
Bowarrady Creek
Woralie Creek
Red Canyon
Wungul Sandblow
Dundubara
Cathedral Beach
Lake Allom
Lake Coomboo
Boomerang Lakes
Moon Point
Knifeblade Sandblow
The Pinnacles
Maheno Wreck
Eli Creek
Yidney Scrub
Lake Garawongera
Happy Valley
Rainbow Gorge
Valley of the Giants
Kingfisher Bay

SOUTHERN FRASER ISLAND
Southern Fraser Island Map
Stonetool Sandblow
Lake Wabby
Eurong
Lake McKenzie
Basin Lake - VIEW BOOK SAMPLE
Central Station
Pile Valley
Lake Jennings
Lake Birrabeen
Lake Benaroon
Lake Boomanjin
Dilli Village
Ungowa
Garry’s Anchorage
Snout Point
Southern Track
Hook Point


]]> Travel http://www.greatsandy.com.au/index.php?itemid=24 Wed, 12 Nov 2008 21:08:00 -0800 http://www.greatsandy.com.au/index.php?itemid=23
Map reference: R4 (Hema), K4 (Sunmap)
Location: 2 km (walk) from Central Station, 4.3 km from Lake McKenzie
What’s there? Small perched lake, freshwater turtles, scenic walks
Nearest to: Central Station, Lake McKenzie, Pile Valley

Why go? Hidden in the forest, this small and picturesque freshwater lake offers a secluded resting point for walkers between Central Station and Lake McKenzie. Rarely described in brochures, Basin Lake often comes as a pleasant surprise to walkers not expecting to find such a pretty spot. Many choose to take a swim or quietly relax and observe the local wildlife. The lake is home to a number of Kreft’s river turtles; shy creatures rarely seen at the island’s busier lakes. But what is a peaceful setting one minute, can become a busy scene the next. Daily visits by bus loads of backpackers are a sign that the popularity of this small and pretty lake is on the rise. While the lake often appears a deep shade of blue, a closer look reveals the water is in fact crystal clear. Surprisingly deep, the depth of Basin Lake is said to exceed eight metres in parts. At times, the reflections cast by the surrounding forest transform the lake to a deep shade of green. Just like its much larger neighbour, Lake McKenzie, Basin Lake is what’s known as a ‘perched lake’. The lake is isolated from all other water bodies, relying on rainfall to counter the effects of evaporation. Local plants and animals depend on the natural processes that keep the water clean and mildly acidic. Any upsets to this delicate chemical balance could threaten the lake’s ecology and water quality.

Getting there Walking is the only way to get to Basin Lake. The shortest walk is from the adjacent bend in the road out of Lake McKenzie, located just west of Basin Lake. However, the start of this track is difficult to find since there are no signs or obvious parking provided. It is advisable to take the 2 km (one way), signposted walk from Central Station. This very scenic walk starts at the Wanggoolba Creek boardwalk, passing over the creek, in the opposite direction to Pile Valley. From Basin Lake, it’s another 4.3 km to Lake McKenzie. These walks form part of the Fraser Island Great Walk (see p 14 -16 for more information).

Facilities No facilities are provided at Basin Lake. The nearest facilities are located at Central Station.

What to look for Visitors often marvel at the smooth, straight white trunks of a series of planted flooded (or rose) gums located at the beginning of the walk from Central Station. Further along, it’s hard to miss the soft, bright green native foxtail ferns that make up the understorey. These unusual, sandloving plants are unique to this region. Turtles can often be spotted in the lake, venturing very near to shore when conditions are calm and quiet. Lake Allom and Lake Bowarrady also provide opportunities for viewing these creatures but elsewhere on the island, they tend to be much more elusive. Observe quietly from the shore if you’re hoping to spot some. Kreft’s river turtles are a type of freshwater, short-necked turtle, with webbed, clawed feet and the ability to fold their neck sideways if threatened by a predator. Researchers are currently trying to find out whether they are in fact a new species, different from those on the mainland.

What we think Proof that good things can come in small packages, Basin Lake has to be one of our favourite locations on Fraser Island. In calm weather, especially on sunny days, the water can look stunning. However, resist any temptation to feed or encourage the turtles and take all rubbish with you, including fruit skins and cigarette butts. If swimming, avoid wearing sunscreen or insect repellent as these will contaminate the water. Take extra care to ensure your visit doesn’t spoil this very special place.

]]> Travel http://www.greatsandy.com.au/index.php?itemid=23 Wed, 12 Nov 2008 20:54:41 -0800 http://www.greatsandy.com.au/index.php?itemid=22 Explore Fraser Island.







]]> Travel http://www.greatsandy.com.au/index.php?itemid=22 Wed, 12 Nov 2008 20:51:36 -0800 http://www.greatsandy.com.au/index.php?itemid=9
Explore hidden lakes, beaches, rainforest and more with Explore Fraser Island. Features great sections on driving and wildlife, plus maps to help you plan. Packed with info, not ads. We turned down a publisher to stay 100% independent.
For details and a sneak peak click here.

Available from all good bookstores and here (full colour, 176 pages, ISBN 0-9758190-0-3, distributor details below).

Explore Fraser Island guide book
ON SALE. We usually dispatch within 48 hours.
$11.95 (Save $18 off RRP. That's 60% off!). In stock.
Plus $5.00 postage and handling.

Note: maps currently out of stock. Detailed Fraser Island maps are readily available from shops along the Fraser Coast. Explore Fraser Island contains basic maps that are ideal for planning your trip.

Explore Fraser Island CD Rom pack
$39.90 (Save $20 off RRP). In stock.
Go digital with an Explore Fraser Island guide book (hardcopy) plus a Hema CD Rom map of Fraser Island. Use with your GPS for fool-proof navigation. Plus $5.00 postage and handling.

The Mary River Turtle: yesterday, today, tomorrow...
$11.95. In stock.
Discover the secrets of the Mary River Turtle with this inspirational new booklet by Tiaro & District Landcare.
Plus $5.00 postage and handling.

Thank you for shopping with us. While most orders are processed much sooner, please allow at least 10 business days for orders sent within Australia.

Retailers note: Explore Fraser Island can be ordered through Woodslane, phone 02 9970 5111.

Privary statement: Great Sandy Publications assures you that your personal information will not be given or sold to any individual or organisation outside of Great Sandy Publications. We collect the names and contact/shipping details of customers for the purpose of shipping and as evidence of sales. We do not obtain or store customers' financial details nor do we use the information for the purpose of future promotion-related contact. You are entitled by law to access and/or request the correction or removal of information about you collected by us. You may access your information by writing to: The Privacy Officer, Great Sandy Publications, PO Box 94 Robe, South Australia 5276.]]> Order http://www.greatsandy.com.au/index.php?itemid=9 Sun, 04 Sep 2005 15:50:00 -0700 http://www.greatsandy.com.au/index.php?itemid=17 The 'Native Vegetation Update' is an occasional email bulletin from the Native Vegetation R&D Program individually distributed to editors and communicators. Through your publications, this update aims to bring the latest news in native vegetation research to people working in policy, extension and on-ground management of native vegetation. Please feel free to include any of the following text in your next newsletter. Your feedback is welcome. For information on the Native Vegetation R&D Program visit www.lwa.gov.au/nativevegetation. TO RECEIVE THIS UPDATE: Subscribe or unsubscribe by phoning Julie Hinchliffe on 07 3277 0961 or email juliehinchliffe@bigpond.com.

THIS ISSUE:

NEWS
1. FARMERS OPEN TO NEW IDEAS
2. PLANTINGS & REMNANTS BETTER FOR WILDLIFE
3. NEW RESEARCH TO HELP SEED COLLECTORS
4. PADDOCK TREES FACE UNCERTAIN FUTURE
5. TREECREEPERS SHOW IMPORTANCE OF SCALE
6. POPLAR BOX NOT IN GOOD SHAPE
7. FARMERS HELP TO BRING BACK BIRDS
8. THRESHOLD EXPERTS PUT HEADS TOGETHER

FREE RESOURCES FROM THE NATIVE VEGETATION R&D PROGRAM
1. GUIDE TO MANAGING THE BUSH
2. NATIVE VEGETATION RESEARCH REPORTS CD-ROM

====NEWS ====================================

1. FARMERS OPEN TO NEW IDEAS
A conservation costing project has revealed a willingness amongst participating landholders to consider new management options for their farms. The researchers are developing individually-tailored options that take account of each property's financial situation, agricultural and biodiversity potential. Supported by the Native Vegetation R&D Program, Agribusiness Analyst Jim Moll and colleagues from the Victorian Department of Sustainability and Environment are drawing on farm business and financial details gathered confidentially from eight participating properties in the Violet Town and Broadford regions. These are being studied alongside mapping, agronomic and environmental information and the options discussed openly with each farmer. The team was surprised to find that in some cases, the least costly options might deliver the most effective biodiversity outcomes. MORE INFORMATION: The article 'Crunching the costs and contributions of biodiversity on farms' appears in the third issue of Thinking Bush magazine. For a free copy, download from www.lwa.gov.au/products.asp, contact CanPrint on 1800 776 616 or email lwa@canprint.com.au.

2. PLANTINGS & REMNANTS BETTER FOR WILDLIFE
The trick to boosting a farm's suite of wildlife species may be to offer a combination of remnant and planted vegetation, according to a groundbreaking study funded by the Native Vegetation R&D Program. David Lindenmayer and Ross Cunningham from the Australian National University have been busy devising a scientifically-rigorous method of measuring the value of restoration to wildlife. To do this, they're studying more than 168 sites spread across 42 farms in the Murray and Murrimbidgee regions of New South Wales. Although early days, there is enough evidence to suggest that the presence of planted areas on a site or whole farm can increase the number of bird species by an additional two species on average. The added presence of remnant vegetation will contribute another five more species on average. In other words, the benefits, say the researchers, are cumulative. MORE INFORMATION: The article 'Getting the most out of restoration' appears in the third issue of Thinking Bush magazine. For a free copy, download from www.lwa.gov.au/products.asp, contact CanPrint on 1800 776 616 or email lwa@canprint.com.au.

3. NEW RESEARCH TO HELP SEED COLLECTORS
Seed collectors can look forward to more sophisticated advice on how to go about their craft thanks to an exciting genetics project being funded by the Native Vegetation R&D Program. Drawing on their recent work on the genetic and ecological viability of plant populations in vegetation remnants, Linda Broadhurst and colleagues from CSIRO Plant Industry are developing practical guidelines for maintaining the long-term conservation value of plant populations, including their ability to contribute genetically-viable seed for local revegetation. In the interim, the team recommends seed collectors target large patches of native vegetation, taking fewer seeds from many different trees, rather than large amounts of seed from just a few individual plants. They suggest revisiting sites to collect seed set in different seasons, taking care to avoid overcollecting from any given patch, especially during drought years. The idea is to aim for revegetation stock that is genetically diverse and able to cope with a range of conditions. MORE INFORMATION: The article 'Conserving genetic diversity at the species, patch and landscape scale' appears in the third issue of Thinking Bush magazine. For a free copy, download from www.lwa.gov.au/products.asp, contact CanPrint on 1800 776 616 or email lwa@canprint.com.au.

4. PADDOCK TREES FACE UNCERTAIN FUTURE
Although known to offer critical habitat for a diversity of wildlife, paddock trees in agricultural parts of South Australia could be on their way out. Recent research by Sandy Carruthers and Mike Hodder of the SA Department of Water, Land & Biodiversity Conservation suggests more than a third of paddock trees in their southern study area may be lost by the year 2051 if current rates of authorised vegetation clearing and dieback continue. About 65% of this predicted loss would come from authorised clearance. The pair has drawn on authorised clearance records, past dieback studies and their own mapping to predict tree loss over the next 50 years. All up, they mapped 353,853 paddock trees over a combined area of 378,000 hectares, the trees making up an estimated 15-25 per cent of the total recorded native vegetation cover. One aspect of the guidelines they are now developing will look at the assessment of tree value from a landscape perspective with respect to the clearance assessment process. This project is supported by the Native Vegetation R&D Program. MORE INFORMATION: The article 'An uncertain future: paddock trees in agricultural landscapes' appears in the third issue of Thinking Bush magazine. For a free copy, download from www.lwa.gov.au/products.asp, contact CanPrint on 1800 776 616 or email lwa@canprint.com.au.

5. TREECREEPERS SHOW IMPORTANCE OF SCALE
As well as motivating people to take conservation action, charismatic species like the Brown Treecreeper can offer valuable insights into habitat needs at different scales. While researching ecological thresholds in rural northern Victoria, Andrew Bennett and Jim Radford of Deakin University found the birds favoured sites with large old trees, some with dead limbs and obvious tree hollows. Treecreepers are known to forage on large trunks and amongst fallen timber on the ground. They live in small family groups that need about six hectares of woodland habitat as well as suitable bushland nearby for young to disperse to. Bennett and Radford, whose work is supported by the Native Vegetation R&D Program, say conservation management strategies need to consider multiple scales. To support a small local population made up of five family groups of Treecreepers, for example, land managers would collectively need to provide at least 30-50 hectares of suitable woodland. They might also need to restore habitat components of sites as well as connectivity within the greater landscape. MORE INFORMATION: The article 'From bush blocks to landscapes: wildlife conservation at different scales' appears in the third issue of Thinking Bush magazine. For a free copy, download from www.lwa.gov.au/products.asp, contact CanPrint on 1800 776 616 or email lwa@canprint.com.au.

6. POPLAR BOX NOT IN GOOD SHAPE
Poplar Box remnants in southern Queensland may be in serious trouble. In their efforts to assess tree health and remnant condition of remaining woodland around Roma, Morven and Injune, a team of vegetation scientists from the Queensland Departments of Primary Industries and Fisheries, Natural Resources Mines and Energy and the Environmental Protection Agency has had trouble finding healthy, relatively undisturbed remnants with which to make comparisons. According to dieback expert Ross Wylie, the health of remnants within the study area has deteriorated significantly over the last 20 years. Land use, climatic conditions and insect attack are thought to be some of the contributing factors. Low levels of landscape function, patchy ground cover, firm to hard-setting soils, and a low retention of resources were commonplace across all of the sites studied. At the same time, the team, which is supported by the Native Vegetation R&D Program, is discovering some of the marked benefits that native vegetation remnants can deliver to producers. MORE INFORMATION: The article 'Health check up for Queensland's Poplar Box Woodlands' appears in the third issue of Thinking Bush magazine. For a free copy, download from www.lwa.gov.au/products.asp, contact CanPrint on 1800 776 616 or email lwa@canprint.com.au.

7. FARMERS HELP TO BRING BACK BIRDS
In the northern Western Australian wheat belt, farmers, natural resource managers and CSIRO scientists have joined forces in the interests of native vegetation, wildlife and catchment health. They hope to answer some of the most pressing questions facing landscape decision-makers. What state are bushland remnants in? How and where should revegetation workers target their efforts to bring back birds and other wildlife? And how much land is needed for this work? By looking at the habitat needs of focal bird species, scientists David Freudenberger and Andrew Huggett have made some interesting discoveries. In the Buntine-Marchagee catchment, they've found that even a relatively small investment of land set aside for remnant conservation, revegetation and habitat links has the potential to create significant gains in the size, connectedness and condition of bird habitat. If 1093 hectares of new habitat and 268 hectares of habitat linkages are established, for example, existing populations of declining woodland and shrubland birds will have a good chance of being conserved. MORE INFORMATION: The article 'A design for life: bringing back the birds in our farming landscapes' appears in the third issue of Thinking Bush magazine. For a free copy, download from www.lwa.gov.au/products.asp, contact CanPrint on 1800 776 616 or email lwa@canprint.com.au.

8. THRESHOLD EXPERTS PUT HEADS TOGETHER
More than 300 ecologists, natural resource managers and students turned their focus to ecological thresholds in biodiversity conservation at a recent symposium sponsored by the Native Vegetation R&D Program. Issues of threshold definition, behaviour and scale were raised along with the testing and potential use and abuse of thresholds, including challenges in translating regional-scale thresholds to strategic natural resource management planning and on-ground action. Eleven papers covering a wide range of Australian landscapes followed an introduction by Andrew Huggett from CSIRO Sustainable Ecosystems. The latest results were presented, including a threshold for small gliders that corresponded with the species' maximum glide distance and a strong link between woodland bird diversity and percent tree cover. Held in December 2003, the event formed part of the annual Ecological Society of Australia conference. MORE INFORMATION: Andrew Huggett's overview 'Conference report: a symposium on ecological thresholds in biodiversity conservation' appears in the third issue of Thinking Bush magazine. For a free copy, download from www.lwa.gov.au/products.asp, contact CanPrint on 1800 776 616 or email lwa@canprint.com.au.

==== FREE RESOURCES FROM THE NATIVE VEGETATION R&D PROGRAM ====

1. GUIDE TO MANAGING THE BUSH
In this free publication from the Native Vegetation R&D Program, Jann Williams summarises insights, principles and findings from the Program's extensive research on the conservation and management of Australia's native vegetation. This highly readable and useful summary will interest people working in policy, extension and on-ground management of native vegetation. TO ACCESS: For a free copy of the 76 page publication 'Managing the bush', view or download from www.lwa.gov.au/products.asp, contact CanPrint on 1800 776 616 or email lwa@canprint.com.au.

2. NATIVE VEGETATION RESEARCH REPORTS CD-ROM
This great compilation brings together 14 recent research reports from the Native Vegetation R&D Program. Topics range from landholder perceptions, property economics and native vegetation on farms to the values of native vegetation and people's motivations for restoring and looking after it. Titles include 'More than just the odd tree', 'Beyond roads, rates and rubbish', 'Remnant native vegetation - perceptions and policies' and 'Looking to the farm business'. The variety of research findings and insights will be useful to anyone interested in the ecological, social and economic dimensions of native vegetation conservation and management. TO ORDER: For a free copy, download from www.lwa.gov.au/products.asp, contact CanPrint on 1800 776 616 or email lwa@canprint.com.au.
]]> Environment http://www.greatsandy.com.au/index.php?itemid=17 Fri, 12 Aug 2005 00:24:27 -0700 http://www.greatsandy.com.au/index.php?itemid=16 Past positions, qualifications & achievements include:
Bachelor of Science (major in Psychology, minor in Botany)
First Class Honours in Botany (coastal dune vegetation)
Co-author of Explore Fraser Island guide book
Best article and runner up best lead for a popular science magazine at Brisbane Science Writers Festivals
Voluntary Administrator of NRMtalk 2002 -2006
Training Development Manager - Greening Australia Queensland
Senior Interpretive Ranger - Kingfisher Bay Resort, Fraser Island, Queensland
Front Desk Officer - Kings Canyon Resort, Northern Territory
Sports Communicator & Voluntary Special Education Worker - Tokyo, Japan
Bush Regenerator - Adelaide Hills, South Australia
French & German (high school level)
Japanese (university & study in Japan)

...among other things.

Publications consultant 2002 - present. Can't imagine doing anything else. Please refer to Clients / projects for details.]]> Environment http://www.greatsandy.com.au/index.php?itemid=16 Fri, 12 Aug 2005 00:20:00 -0700 http://www.greatsandy.com.au/index.php?itemid=15
NSW Rural Fire Service (Sydney NSW) - Designer and editor of 'Managing fire on your property: preparing a fire management plan', 36 page guide for landholders (July 2011), Hotspots Training Program Facilitator Guide, 110 pages (June 2011), and Conference Poster (May 2011).

The Nature Conservation Council of New South Wales (Sydney, NSW) - Designer and editor of Hotspots fact sheets: 'Fire, vegetation and climate change in the Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage Area' (July 2011), 'Understanding how fire behaves', and 'The Burning Approval Process' (April 2011).

Blue Ray Lodge (Kangaroo Island SA) - Writer and graphic designer of website, DL cards and business cards for luxury hosted accommodation. Setup and maintenance of online marketing (Google AdWords). (August 2010 - ongoing).

Lakeside Tourist Park (Robe SA) - Marketing and reception support, including setting up and maintaining online advertising, improving search engine optimisation via Google and editing website copy (December 2010 - ongoing).

Casuarina Cabin & Farmstay (Robe SA) - Writer, editor and graphic designer of accommodation and farm stay brochure (December 2010).

Peta Baverstock - Winemaker (Robe SA) - Editor of technical document about history, production and opportunities relating to champagne (July 2010).

MacKillop Farm Management Group (southeast SA) - Writer of feature article for the Stock Journal (May 20, 2010 issue). Involved interviewing and photographing a Hatherleigh grain grower and profiling the innovative approaches and practices in place on his family farm.

NSW Rural Fire Service - Editor / designer of 75 page publication 'Delivering Hotspots Workshop 3: A guide for regional delivery teams'. Hotspots Workshop 3 involves land managers in a practical demonstration of how to plan and conduct a safe, prescribed burn on private property. The workshop aims to increase landholder confidence in the practical use of fire as a tool for better managing native vegetation. (March 2010).

COMjobs (Adelaide SA) - Marketing consultant for this weekly national email bulletin which advertises job vacancies for communicators - editors, writers, journalists, media professionals etc. (December 2009).

CYMAG Environmental (Cape York Marine Advisory Group, Townsville QLD) - Editor / designer of the following reports: Muck River Biodiversity and Condition Report (November 2009); Proceedings from the Cape York Peninsula Marine & Coastal Natural Reource Management Workshop (June 2009); Cape York Wetland Assessment Field Data Sheets (June 2009); and Jack Lakes Wetland Biodiversity Assessment (March 2009). Co-author /designer of Eastern Cape York Peninsula Beach Rubbish Assessment (January 2009).

Mary River Turtle Project (Tiaro & District Landcare, Tiaro QLD) - Editor and designer of booklet 'The Mary River turtle: yesterday, today, tomorrow...' (November 2008, reprinted 2009). * * * Tiaro Landcare and the endangered Mary River turtle is now attracting international attention and was invited to present at an IUCN symposium in the US this August.* * *

Hotspots Fire Project (Nature Conservation Council of New South Wales, Sydney NSW) - Lead science writer / editor from 2005 on a range of fire and biodiversity products to support workshops for landholders across regional NSW. Products include educational handbooks, newsletters, fact sheets and case studies, with most published at www.hotspotsfireproject.org.au.

Rainforest Rescue (Mullumbimby NSW) – Writer of feature articles for publication in various magazines, newspapers, newsletters and websites and regular guest editor of Rainforest Rescue News since 2003.

And before that...

Native Vegetation Research & Development Program (Land & Water Australia, Canberra ACT) - Contributing writer to ‘Thinking Bush Magazine’ and editor / writer of Australia-wide email bulletin ‘Native Vegetation Update’.

Journal of Ecological Management & Restoration (Blackwell Publishing Asia, Carlton South VIC) - Marketing consultant, writer and editor of Australia / New Zealand email bulletin ‘Ecological Management & Restoration News’.

Queensland Water and Land Carers Inc (Brisbane QLD) - Media consultant for 2005 Queensland Landcare Awards.

Greening Australia Limited (Canberra ACT) - Media release writer for national farm forestry program and marketing consultant / feature article writer for sustainable farming book ‘A Vision Splendid: Dreams, inspirations and experiences of farm forestry in Australian agricultural landscapes’.

Greening Australia Queensland (Brisbane QLD) – Technical and creative writer including co-author of a national native vegetation resource directory for property managers; developer of flora and fauna interpretive signage.

Australian Koala Foundation (Brisbane QLD) - Science writer and workshop facilitator; involved in the production of a wide range of public education material including website content, fact sheets and newsletters since 2003.

Queensland Arbor Day Awards (Consortium of organisations, Brisbane QLD) - Coordinator of 2002 and 2003 awards. These recognise tree planting and environmental management achievements across Queensland.

Queensland Landcare & Catchment Management Conference (Gympie Landcare, Gympie QLD) – Media and promotions consultant for highly-successful 2003 conference and Queensland Landcare Awards.

For referee details for any of these projects, please email or phone me.]]> Environment http://www.greatsandy.com.au/index.php?itemid=15 Fri, 12 Aug 2005 00:15:41 -0700