2008

December

18 December
International World Vegetable Center leader visits Tasmania
Dr Dyno Keatinge, AVRDC – The World Vegetable Center Director General, will visit the Tasmanian Institute of Agricultural Research (TIAR) today (Thursday, December 18) and tomorrow (Friday, December 19).

12 December
Locally-trained doctors contributing to NW health workforce
Twelve Rural Clinical School (RCS) medical students who have undertaken their last two years of training on the North West Coast will graduate with a medical degree as part of University of Tasmania ceremonies on Wednesday 17 December in Hobart.

Three of these soon-to-be-doctors will go on to be interns at the North West Regional Hospital in Burnie in 2009 – Allison Neilson, Nyssa Butler and Rajan Kailainathan. Both Allison and Nyssa grew up on the Coast.

11 December
Funding boost welcome for future
The University of Tasmania has welcomed the $11.55 million in funding from the Australian Government announced by Deputy Prime Minister the Hon. Julia Gillard today.

UTAS Vice Chancellor Professor Daryl Le Grew said the funding from the Diversity and Structural Adjustment Fund for four key projects across the University’s three state campuses will allow UTAS to move ahead with key major initiatives.

“Clearly we are delighted,” Prof Le Grew said.

“This funding will allow the continued development and strengthening of the UTAS community across Tasmania. It will showcase the Cradle Coast campus as a community-responsive site, it will develop the arts in Hobart, it will demonstrate UTAS’ strength as the centre of excellence in marine science and it will contribute to the ongoing support and promotion of the sciences in schools and the community.

“These programs that are being funded are about the University sector being able to build strong and sustainable relationships with the communities of which they are part for the greater benefit of Australian research and development,” he said.

11 December
Innovative technique examines environmental impact of fertiliser run-off on dairy pastures
An innovative method is being used to assess the environmental impact of phosphorus fertiliser run-off on dairy pastures.

Dr Lucy Burkitt, research fellow at the Tasmanian Institute of Agricultural Research’s (TIAR) Dairy Centre, is looking at the concentration of phosphorus run-off various fertiliser application strategies may produce using a small-scale rainfall simulation technique.

8 December
Science careers of the 21st Century sampled in scholarship program
A group of Tasmanian senior secondary students will sample science careers of the 21st Century in this year’s Primary Industry Science Scholarship Program.

The program begins today (8 December) with a week-long camp (8 -12 December), where students can explore the latest in science career opportunities including nanotechnology and biotechnology.

3 December
Cradle Coast campus celebrates local degree milestone
The first group of graduands from the Cradle Coast’s own home-grown degree program will be celebrated as part of a special function at the UTAS Cradle Coast Campus tonight.

The first cohort of students from the Bachelor of Regional Resource Management (BRRM) degree are set to graduate in this month’s UTAS ceremonies, marking an historic chapter in the Campus’ 13 year history.

1 December
Science teachers stay a step ahead with new technology
Nanotechnology is changing the face of science but a group of Australian science teachers are aiming to stay one step ahead.

About 60 teachers from across the State as well as Victoria and South Australia will attend a two-day professional development conference in Hobart tomorrow (Tuesday, December 2) and Wednesday (December 3) to gain an insight into the industry, including new developments and practical tools and resources for classroom teaching.

November

26 November
Parents trust children to battle obesity
Despite a prevalence of childhood obesity, Tasmanian parents still trust their children to make healthy food choices, a study at the University of Tasmania has found.

7 November
Latest Rhodes Scholar all-round high achiever
Tasmania’s newest Rhodes Scholar is Russian-born 20-year-old Alexander Shabala, one of the youngest ever recipients of the distinguished Scholarship.

4 November
Local handmade creations central to new Campus exhibit
A collection of handmade artwork created by students and staff at the School of Special Education in Burnie will be exhibited at the UTAS Cradle Coast Campus this month.

3 November
Cancer Council and UTAS to scrutinise community needs
Circular Head will go under the microscope to ensure the community gets the very best possible cancer services.

October

28 October
Estate of former Cressy farmer gives a helping hand to young people in higher education
Funding from the estate of former Cressy farmer, Bruce Wall, has boosted a scheme which encourages disadvantaged young people into college and tertiary education.

27 October
Tantrums, sleep problems and obesity prevention
The inaugural Rural Clinical School’s visiting Health Research Fellow, Dr Harriet Hiscock, will present a series of forums on childhood issues and concerns while visiting the North West Coast this week from Tuesday 28 – Thursday 30 October, 2008.

24 October
“Grow-your-Own” Health Professionals
Take 40 talented Year 9 high school students from Smithton through to Penguin and add the enthusiasm and experience of over 20 health professionals. The result: information and inspiration about future health careers presented in a dynamic and interactive way.

24 October
Cradle Coast Young Professionals Network boosted by grant
The Cradle Coast Young Professionals Network has been supported by a grant.

15 October
North-West students set to experience the working world of science
A group of Year 9 North-West Coast science students are set to experience the working world of science in the workplace this week.

7 October
North-West fair unearths scientists of tomorrow
More than 250 Cradle Coast science students competed in the annual UTAS Cradle Coast Science Fair at the Burnie Civic Centre today.

7 October
Oxfam director to present forum on North-West Coast
Oxfam Australia Executive Director Andrew Hewett will present a forum on climate change in Burnie on Tuesday, October 14.

1 October
Cradle Coast young professionals share ideas on region’s future
Young professionals will be offered a unique opportunity to contribute to the future of the North-West and West coasts of Tasmania.

September

22 September
North-West alternative transport corridor under investigation by UTAS students
As part of their final semester of studies, third-year Bachelor of Regional Resource Management students (based at the UTAS Cradle Coast campus) are working with North-West local governments in helping to develop a community trails and bikeways strategy.

18 September
Renowned climate change advisor to present North-West Coast forum
Internationally renowned climate change specialist and former Blair Government advisor Nick Rowley will present a special forum at the UTAS Cradle Coast campus next Thursday, September 25.

August

26 August
Top agronomist takes the helm at TIAR’s Vegetable Centre
The Tasmanian Institute of Agricultural Research (TIAR) has welcomed the arrival of leading agronomist Dr Colin Birch.

22 August
State’s Midlands captured in upcoming Cradle Coast exhibit
The relationship between the Tasmanian Midlands’ architecture and its surrounding landscape is captured through a lens in an upcoming exhibition at the UTAS Cradle Coast campus.

20 August
North-West Coast students test drive engineering theories
A group of North-West Coast students are set to experience engineering in motion at the UTAS Cradle Coast campus.

12 August
Explore university life at campus Info Day
Open up a world of opportunities at the UTAS Cradle Coast campus’ Info Day on Saturday, August 30.

July

28 July
North-West research project gains national attention
A North-West Coast project officer’s innovative new research into how leisure activities can drive regional development has gained national attention.

25 July
Future leaders brainstorm climate change
A group of Tasmania’s future leaders are meeting in Burnie today to discuss strategies on how best to deal with climate change issues at a local level.

23 July
Health at the heart of the Cradle Coast
The UTAS Cradle Coast campus’ new Wellness Centre was officially opened today by UTAS Vice-Chancellor Professor Daryl Le Grew in a ceremony attended by staff and students.

15 July
Free forum explores using renewable energy systems at a local level
Energy - Blowing in the Wind forum at the UTAS Cradle Coast campus.

June

12 June
A window to the world of animals
A North-West Coast artist is providing a unique window into the animal kingdom in his latest exhibition.

May

29 May
Colonial Quuensland's Indigenous history examined
Free public lecture upcoming at Cradle Coast campus.

27 May
Cradle Coast clean-up
Parts of Cradle Coast campus affected by flash flooding.

21 May
Science camp to inspire young students
Agricultural industries will be visited by the scientists of tomorrow.

20 May
Liveability important for growth of regional areas
North-West Tasmanians are urged to tell others it is a great place to live.

April

29 April
Leisure may provide competitive edge for smaller communities
New research into how leisure activities can benefit the development of regional communities, giving them a competitive edge, has started on the North-West Coast.

24 April
Childhood memories revisted in new exhibition
A new art exhibition has opened at the UTAS Cradle Coast campus.

18 April
New approach to understanding data provides fresh insights
A new approach to understanding regional information is providing fresh insights into the Cradle Coast region.

9 April
Academic efforts rewarded in annual Arts prize ceremony
A group of arts students receive awards at the Cradle Coast campus.

3 April
Industry workshop aims to aid boutique North-West producers
A two-day workshop aims to help the Coast's boutique producers.

2 April
Forum series tackles critical global environmental issues at a local level
UTAS Cradle Coast is bringing the big global environmental issues closer to home. In a bid to start a dialogue for the region, the Institute for Regional Development, based at the UTAS Cradle Coast campus, is hosting the 2008 café forum series, Global Concerns – Regional Responses.

2 April
Water management issues highlighted in community forum
Water expert Leith Boully will lead a public forum on water at the UTAS Cradle
Coast campus on Thursday, April 10.

February

21 February
North-West Tasmania bursaries announced
Cradle Coast industries invest in students' future.

1 February
Information session provides pathway to tertiary education
Cradle Coast campus to host an information evening.

January

31 January
Science students reflect on industry experience
Students report on their industry experience.

16 January
Students unearth the science of farming
Students find mentors with the Annual Primary Industry Placements taking place this summer.

16 January
Astronomical summer school is out of this world
Researchers are joining students for new 10-day astronomical summer school.

8 January
Take a holiday trip to Earth's solar system and beyond
Some of the most exciting discoveries about the Universe will be revealed in a lecture by visiting Astronomer Chris Fluke.