Note from the President:

NEW YEARS RESOLUTIONS

As 2011 draws to a close, I reflect on the passion and drive of our members and our unharnessed power to influence Government policy. To date, the new liberal Government are not exactly trail blazers when it comes to environmental protection, and in my view, need all the support and encouragement we can provide. I encourage you to speak up and share your views with us, or more broadly in your professional circles. In order to facilitate robust discussion on Government Policy, the EIANZ have developed a Policy sub-committee which needs your expertise, views and opinions. Please email me with your ideas on what policies need to be addressed and your contact details if you wish to be involved, ehurst@globalskm.com .
In the meantime, I hope to see you at our New Year drinks and tour of the Pixel Building in February which is FREE for members. Thank you very much for your support and a Happy Xmas and very Safe New Year!

The Environment Institute of Australia and New Zealand Victorian Division would like to thank you all for your support over the last year. We wish you, your family and loved ones a joyful Christmas and a safe New Year. May it be full of happy times!

Committee:
Elizabeth Hurst, Alison Dodd, Daniel Banfai,Paul Kelly, Sri Patnakuni, Martin Juniper, Melody Valentine, Gordon Young, Sara Redmond-Neal, Marcus Mulcare, Simone Stevenson, Letitia Hoff, Michael Lambden

Australia State of the Environment Report

The fourth national Australia State of the Environment Report was launched on Monday 12 December. Australia State of the Environment 2011 has built on the usual descriptive summary of evidence provided in previous reports to include graded ‘report-card’ style assessments of environment condition and trends, pressures and management effectiveness. It also includes discussions of the drivers of environmental change, resilience, risks, and future projections or ‘outlooks’. The report can be accessed at www.environment.gov.au

Environment Victoria’s Audit of Baillieu Government Election Promises

After one year under the Baillieu Government, Environment Victoria have assessed the delivery of the new Government’s election promises on the environment and also assessed significant actions taken that were not foreshadowed prior to the election. Download the audit here

Looking for environmental photos....

Are you a 'happy snapper'? Then share your favourite environmental 'pics' with us,
vic-events@eianz.org.

Cape Conran, Gippsland - Paul Kelly

Office Closure

The summer holidays are here. Our office will be closed from Friday 23 Dec 2011 to re-open Thursday 13 Jan 2012.

Nature never fails to impress

Take a little time out to check out this wonderful display of nature. Guaranteed to bring a smile to your face during this crazy lead up to Christmas - Murmaration

Upcoming Vic Division events

New Years Drinks and Green Building Tour
Date : Thursday 23 February 2012
Venue: To be confirmed

Native Vegetation Management Framework
Date : March 2012
Venue: To be confirmed

Visit Upcoming Events for more details and information on how to register.

The Wind Chill Factor - TRUenergy's Renewable Energy Program in Antarctica

An evening that was anything but chilly!
On the hot balmy night of Tuesday 29 November, EIANZ in conjunction with Sinclair Knigh Merz presented 'The Wind Chill Factor - TRUenergy's Renewable Energy Program in Antarctica'.
Nam Quach of TRUenergy provided a riveting presentation and a fascinating insight into the day to day activities in Antarctica. You can access Nam's presentation from our website.

Calling all environmental professionals

WANTED - Industry leaders
The EIANZ Victorian division is currently compiling a database of industry leaders in all sectors of the environment. Our aim is to create a hub of environmental knowledge that the institute can draw on when needed. Please send your details and your area of knowledge to vic-events@eianz.org .

Go Volunteer

If you hear of any requests for volunteer professionals then please let us know.
We can add it to our Volunteer section on our website.

Have A Topic Idea?

We'd love to hear it!
Just reply any time and let us know what topics you'd like to know more about.

Contact Suzanne Oliver at vic-events@eianz.org