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www.engineersaustralia.org.au/sa SOUTH AUSTRALIA ENGINEERING SOUTH AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2012 Engineers Australia South Australia Division would like to thank you for being a part of an exciting and eventful year. We look forward to 2013 which will be another memorable year in the making.

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Engineering South Australia, December 2012

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SOUTH AUSTRALIAENGINEERINGSOUTH AUSTRALIA

DECEMBER 2012

Engineers Australia South Australia Division would like to thank you for being a part of an exciting and eventful year. We look forward to 2013 which will be another memorable year in the making.

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CONTENTS

DIVISION EXECUTIVE

SPONSORS

President Gerry Doyle FIEAust CPEng

Deputy President John Olson RFD FIEAust CPEng EngExec FAICD

Immediate Past President Dr David Cruickshanks-Boyd FIEAust EngExec

Executive Director Caroline Argent MAICD

Deputy Director Sarah CareyProduced By Engineers Australia South Australia Division

Level 11, 108 King William Street Adelaide South Australia 5000 tel 08 8202 7100 fax 08 8211 7702 www.engineersaustralia.org.au/sa

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President’s Message

Division Updates

News

What’s Happening

Member Profile

Upcoming Events

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Division Partner

Division Supporters

This Engineering South Australia newsletter is published by the South Australia Division of Engineers Australia and reports impartially on items of interest to Engineers in South Australia. The statements made or opinions expressed in the newsletter do not necessarily reflect the view of Engineers Australia.

ARE YOU FAMILIAR WITH ENGINEERS AUSTRALIA’S RAP?

Through our Strategic Plan and Code of Ethics, Engineers Australia has emphasised its commitment to "use our members' knowledge and skills for the benefit of the community to create engineering solutions for a sustainable future."

A Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) is Engineers Australia's commitment and response to 'closing the gap'.

Engineers Australia's RAP details steps and priorities that the organisation will undertake to assist in helping to achieve Indigenous equality and to help build positive relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous people.

To view Engineers Australia's RAP please visit:www.engineersaustralia.org.au/about-us/reconciliation-action-plan

Online CPDMembers of Engineers Australia are able to access Continuing Professional Devel-opment (CPD) from a number of locations around Australia through the online CPD.Access this at any time through:

www.engineersaustralia.org.au/web-casts/mediavisionz

Many other presentations are available through the South Australia Division website at: http://tinyurl.com/saresource orhttp://tinyurl.com/sadivgroups

COLIN WILLING FIEAust CPEng (Ret)MAY 1920 - OCTOBER 2012

Engineers Australia South Australia Division would like to express our sincere condolences to the family of Colin Willing FIEAust CPEng (Ret) who passed away in October 2012. Colin moved to South Australia in 2011 and reached 70 years of continuous Engineers Australia membership in January 2012.

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This is my final newsletter as your President and I must start by acknowledging what a privilege it has been. I have thoroughly enjoyed meeting with many of you over the course of the year and getting involved in activities that are outside of my normal day to day life. My sincere thanks to the support of the Division Staff and this year’s Division Committee; you have made the role thoroughly enjoyable. I would also like to wish John Olson RFD FIEAust CPEng EngExec FAICD and the Division Committee well for 2013. I am sure that John will represent the South Australia Division well.

It has been a very interesting year, with many changes occurring within Engineers Australia, within the economy and within the broader Australian context. I am only going to focus on a few things in this wrap up of the year.

At the start of the year I set 3 broad goals for what I would like to influence over the course of the year. I wanted to re-engage regional members of Engineers Australia, connect better with the public and politicians as influencers to highlight the role engineers can play in society and to ensure that we are providing a relevant CPD program for engineers in SA. Over the course of the year I think we have made terrific progress towards these goals and I hope it has helped to increase the relevance of Engineers Australia for you, our members.

I firmly believe that as engineers we have a lot to contribute to public debate and we need to be getting our voice heard. We need to continue to stay up to date, working at the highest level of technical excellence and we need to engage with each other to test and refine our thinking. I have thoroughly enjoyed my time as an office bearer for Engineers Australia and have found that it is a great way to keep up with current issues and challenge my own thinking; I have been delighted to see some familiar faces nominating for the 2013 Division Committee and also glad to welcome some new faces.

South Australia will continue to change and as engineers we can provide solutions to the problems that come along. The biggest concern I have at present is that there does not appear to be a vision for where we are going as a State. I have had the feeling that a lot of eggs were placed in the basket of Olympic Dam and now that it doesn’t exist anymore (at least economically) our community seems to be lost as to what comes next. I am not going to say I have the answer, because I don’t, but this is a major issue facing our state and there are many options that exist. We need to unite around a direction and work towards achieving the future we want to have. I encourage you all to get involved in this debate, be loud and proud to be an engineer and make something happen.

The final thing I would like to contribute as South Australia Division President is a caution for the future. I have been delighted to see the passion and energy of those involved in Engineers Australia over the past 12 months. Engineers Australia is an organisation that can offer a lot but it needs to be clear on why it exists. We should not forget the past and the good things that our predecessors have accomplished and we cannot forsake the past whilst striving to achieve the future that we want to achieve.

Engineers Australia is about you, the members, and providing a benefit for you. One area where we are trying to provide value is through the recognition of leadership experience and competence through Engineering Executive accreditation - EngExec. The EngExec postnominal recognises the achievements of members who satisfy relevant leadership and management competency standards. I encourage you register to attend the CELM EngExec outreach session being held on 12th February 2013 via http://tinyurl.com/pathway-engexec and discover your pathway to EngExec.

Engineers Australia will also continue to run workshops for those looking at being recognised for technical competence through the CPEng process. The first workshop next year will be held on 5th February 2013, I encourage you to get involved and register via http://tinyurl.com/at5xndt.

In parting I would again like to thank all of you for your support and encouragement over the past year. It has been a terrific experience as President of Engineers Australia SA Division and I encourage all of you to get behind the initiatives of John Olson RFD FIEAust CPEng EngExec FAICD in the coming year.

Gerry Doyle FIEAust CPEng President Engineers Australia South Australia Division

[email protected]

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

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LONG ENGINEERS AUSTRALIA MEMBERSHIP RECOGNISEDAt the Retired Engineers Group luncheon meeting held on 24th October 2012, ‘Aspects of Regional Engineering for South Australia’, Peter Gasteen MIEAust CPEng (Ret) received a membership certificate recognising his 60 years of continuous membership of Engineers Australia. The certificate was presented by the South Australia Division Executive Director Caroline Argent MAICD.

Peter joined The Institution of Engineers Australia as a student member in 1952 prior to completing his Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Queensland in 1953.

The following year he joined Chrysler Australia, being the first to undertake their graduate recruitment induction program. This was the beginning of 14 years with Chrysler in Australia, the USA and South Africa in roles encompassing engine assembly, production engineering, manufacturing engineering manager, and manufacturing manager which included major new manufacturing facilities in Pretoria - Chrysler Park - which roughly paralleled Chrysler’s new venture at Tonsley Park here.

In between his time with Chrysler he spent a year with Ford at Geelong and also lectured part time at the SA School of Mines. Peter returned from Pretoria to Australia in 1971 undertaking various assignments for Rainsfords and John Shearer. He then spent 11 years with the Master Builders Association and a term as a board member of the SA Urban Land Trust. After leaving the Master Builders Association he spent a number of years as an engineer and management consultant prior to retiring.

Roland Forss MIEAust CPEng and Richard Good FIEAust CPEng, who were not able to attend the October function, also received a certificate recognising their 60 years of continuous membership of Engineers Australia.

Deane Kemp FIEAust CPEng (Retired) Immediate Past Chair, Retired Engineers Group Engineers Australia South Australia Division

Executive Director Caroline Argent MAICD presents Peter Gasteen MIEAust CPEng (Ret) with the certificate

acknowledging his 60 years of membership.

DESIGN ISSUES WITH THE 4000 CLASS EMUS

Simon Mitchell, project engineer on the Class 4000 Electric Multiple Units (EMUs) Rolling Stock team, gave a presentation on Thursday 1st November 2012 about some of the engineering challenges encountered during the design finalisation of the 4000 Class EMUs.

Simon originally gave a presentation in August 2011 on the engineering innovation and improvements planned for the new 4000 Class EMUs. During this presentation Simon spoke of the use of new technologies that were being incorporated into the rolling stock.

This month’s presentation focussed on the reality of implementing those technologies and also of changes to the original design brought from experience, such as having an upgraded HVAC system that can cope with the Adelaide weather. Another evolving design involved the driver’s desk. To develop the design, a full size mock-up was created which had magnetic switches, indicators and gauges. This allows the drivers to arrange the cab desk layout to meet their needs.

Simon also spoke of the pride that people involved with the project had. He said that he hoped all Adelaidians would share that sense of pride when they see the EMUs on the Seaford line.

Russell Fuller Chair Railway Technical Society of Australasia - SA Chapter

Simon Mitchell (DPTI) presenting ‘Design Issues with the 4000 Class EMUs’, Thursday 1st November 2012.

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PRESIDENT’S VISIT TO MOUNT GAMBIER

1. Kimberly-Clark Millicent Mill main offices and reception

2. Kimberly-Clark’s fully automated pallet warehouse, Automated Storage and Retrieval System (ASRS).

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On Monday 22nd October 2012, President Gerry Doyle FIEAust CPEng, National Assessor (SA) Maurice Berry FIEAust CPEng, Executive Director Caroline Argent and Industry Relationship Manager Jason Thornhill visited engineers based in Mt Gambier.

The purpose of the visit to Mt Gambier was to engage with members in the area and also develop our relationships with the regional engineering teams which is our national focus as the Year of the Regional Engineering Team.

While in Mt Gambier Gerry, Maurice, Jason and Caroline visited Kimberly-Clark. The Kimberly-Clark Millicent site produces the Kleenex, Kleenex Cottonelle, Thick & Thirsty, Wondersoft, Scott and Kimberly-Clark Professional tissue products. Kimberly-Clark Australia aims to be a world class manufacturer of premium tissue products using raw materials from sustainable resources and manufacturing processes with outstanding energy efficiency. Mill Manager Scott Whicker and Process Development Manager Andrew Everson both conducted a tour and provided an insight of the processing, storing and distribution of their products.

In the evening a dinner presentation was held where attendees received information about Engineers Australia and Chartered Status and were given an opportunity for members to provide feedback to the organisation. A lively discussion took place and the Division appreciates the contribution of everyone in attendance.

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www.engineersaustralia.org.au/sa/eventsEvents Coordinator Sharryn Fensom:[email protected]

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NEW LOCATION AND A NEW CHARTERED MEMBER AT LOGICAMMS

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Engineering company LogiCamms has had much to celebrate recently with strong performance during the 2012 financial year, the recent relocation of their Adelaide office to an enhanced CBD space, and multiple newly Chartered engineers.

Industry Relationship Manager Jason Thornhill from Engineers Australia presented the most recent award to Project Manager Sujith Ambekar, at a LogiCamms staff lunch on 19th September 2012 in Adelaide.

As a growing engineering, project delivery and asset management service provider with nearly 500 staff nationally, LogiCamms is a long term supporter of the achievement of Chartered Status by its personnel.

The Company’s Southern Operations Director, Charles McKenzie, said that achieving CPEng status is key to demonstrating the achievement of a higher level of competence as a professional engineer.

“The qualification enhances career opportunities for our staff, as customers increasingly seek engineers with the widely recognised CPEng qualifications,” Mr McKenzie said.

“The Chartered status also allows our personnel to work on a range of assignments in various locations. LogiCamms is committed to the attraction, retention and development of its personnel, and will continue to promote the achievement of CPEng status for the benefit of both our staff and customers,” he said.

LogiCamms operates primarily within the mining and minerals, hydrocarbons, infrastructure and specialist sectors. With South Australian customers including BHP Billiton, Santos, Thiess Degremont, OneSteel, and SA Water, LogiCamms is a trusted provider with solid growth prospects.

LogiCamms

1. Charles McKenzie presenting Sujith Ambekar TMIEAust CEngT with his Chartered certificate.

2. The outside view from the new LogiCamms premises

3. Staff at LogiCamms celebrating the opening of their new office location.

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BCA Engineers are a South Australian owned engineering firm started in 2008 during the global financial crisis. Specialties include Building Services and Fire Safety Engineering

across a diverse range of industry sectors. BCA Engineers see building services engineering as the science of developing infrastructure aimed at enhancing human comfort through controlling heat, light, and sound in the built environment.

Founding directors Patrick Campbell TMIEAust CEngT and Nathan Brown MIEAust CPEng saw an opportunity to create an engineering consultancy that values clients and their needs above restrictive operating systems and international influences. In four years the team has swelled to 24 employees, and addition of a third Director, Scott Gill GradIEAust. BCA engineers also have offices in Alice Springs and Darwin in Northern Territory.

BCA Engineers values the Chartered process provided by Engineers Australia highly and considers it a key component of employment. BCA Engineers recognise and congratulate Peter Burrows MIEAust CPEng, Senior Mechanical Engineer; and Dennis Julardzija MIEAust CPEng, Senior Fire Engineer, who were recently awarded with their Chartered Status certificates in an informal ceremony in the Adelaide Office. This results in almost 60% of engineers employed attaining chartered status, with remaining engineers well on their way to achieving chartered status.

"I am a strong believer of the Chartered program which has provided opportunities to participate in significant projects in The Philippines and Mongolia" Peter said, while Dennis was quoted "I'm extremely proud of my chartered status that allows me to be recognised as a engineering professional across the country, and also the world".

The term engineer is used as a generic description covering a large range of occupations however Chartered Engineer has a single definite meaning, which BCA Engineers are proud to be associated.

BCA Engineers

CELEBRATING CHARTERED MEMBERS AT BCA ENGINEERS

Left to right: Peter Burrows MIEAust CPEng, Director of BCA Engineers Scott Gill GradIEAust

and Dennis Julardzija MIEAust CPEng

CHARTERED PRESENTATION AT KBR

Left to right: Michael Quince MIEAust CPEng, Andrew Just MIEAust CPEng, Javier Garcia MIEAust CPEng and

Hamish Rhodes MIEAust CPEng

Three KBR engineers achieved Chartered Status in September 2012. They are: Andrew Just

MIEAust CPEng a Senior Structural Engineer, Hamish Rhodes MIEAust CPEng a Mechanical Engineer and Javier Garcia MIEAust CPEng a Mechanical Engineer.

Andrew Just, a Senior Structural Engineer with KBR took advantage of the Mature Experienced Engineer Pathway (MEEP) prior to its retirement at the end of June 2012 for Chartered status applications.

“The process has reminded me of the enjoyable projects and roles I have had over my 18 year career so far as an Engineer and particularly the satisfaction and pride I have of seeing a project progress from concept to design, through to construction and then ultimately into use by the community.”

“Chartered status has given me formal recognition of my competence as a Professional Engineer; and having recently gone through the process myself, I have been able to assist and encourage others with their CPEng applications.”

Hamish Rhodes has 9 years experience as a mechanical engineer and 6 in consulting.

“Going through the process of achieving Chartered Status was challenging, yet rewarding. It enabled me to target experiences to expand my knowledge, making me a more rounded Engineer.”

“Chartered Status provides independent recognition of an Engineer's competency in their chosen discipline. It also makes an individual think very carefully about their professional actions, which makes for rigorous and ethical engineering outcomes for the users of the project we deliver.”

Javier Garcia, has had more than 15 years of international experience in the field of Automotive Mechanical Engineering before migrating to Australia in 2005.

“I am passionate about developing my professional skills. After becoming a member of Engineers Australia, achieving my Chartered Status became my next milestone in my Engineering journey. It was also a way to demonstrate my commitment to the profession.”

‘I found the process of attaining the Chartered Status at times challenging yet rewarding. The advice, encouragement and feedback from my colleagues proved invaluable when preparing my CERs and presentation for my interview. I look forward to furthering my development in the Mechanical Engineering field.’

More information on KBR’s graduate recruitment program can be found at www.kbrjobs.com

KBR

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Engineering Education Australia, Engineers Australia’s subsidiary company organising a wide range of professional development courses, seminars and other events. To register for any of its courses go to: www.eeaust.com.au. All courses are eligible for CPD points.

Diploma of Project Management (online)

The Diploma of Project Management (Online) is for Project Managers who are ‘currently’ or ‘soon to be’ managing projects from an ‘end to end’ perspective. It is delivered in the context of Engineering, over a 12-month period, within a structured online environment (including online assessment support), which enables participants to have the flexibility of undertaking learning in their own time and at their own pace. You can start at any time.

Knowledge Risk in Engineering Firms – Introduction and Diagnosis

Are your experienced staff near retirement age? Are your experts on the move? Do you learn from project successes and failures? Is critical knowledge maintained and used? This 2 hour online seminar guides you to identify knowledge risk and plan effective knowledge retention processes for engineering settings. Attend live online (13 November – check for local times), or register to access the recorded session.

Business Development for Engineers – Winning New Business: The Tactics and Pitfalls

Every professional engineer who works with external clients has a responsibility to win, build and protect their client relationships. It is not always easy and there are many challenges associated with it. However, there are best practice structures and processes that can be utilised in your Client Engagement that will assist you to acquire new business or retain, grow and protect your existing business. Attend the 2 hour session live online (27 November – check for local times) or register to access the recorded session.

Your Name EngExecBe Influential

Information session - come and learn about the 2013 Leadership Development Series - Pathway to EngExec.

Experienced engineers - book now to start your journey towards the benefits of EngExec.

Reserve your place for Tuesday 12th February 2013 at 5:30pm via: http://tinyurl.com/pathway-engexec

Venue: Engineers Australia South Australia DivisionLevel 11, 108 King William Street, ADELAIDE

Please contact Member Programs Coordinator Ashlea Klingberg via [email protected] if you have any queries.

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WHAT’S BEEN HAPPENING

1. Visitors attending the site tour of the Tarac Technologies production facility at Nuriootpa, Barossa Valley, hosted by the Joint Chemical Engineering Committee on Saturday 20th October.

2. Left to Right: RTSA SA Chapter Chair, Russell Fuller, presenting speaker Simon Mitchell (DPTI) with a gift after his presentation.

3. Visitors attending the site tour of ElectraNet’s 275/66kV City West Substation and Cable Route, Tuesday 16th October 2012.

4. Networking with guests at the Engineers Australia Mt Gambier Presentation and Dinner, Monday 22nd October 2012.

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In this edition of Engineering South Australia we will be providing profiles of two judges who were involved in assessing entries for the 2012 South Australian Engineering Excellence Awards, who we would like to acknowledge for their contribution.

MEMBER PROFILE

Bronte Strout FIEAust CPEngWhy did you decide to become an engineer?From my early recollections of my life I always had an interest in what made things work and how they worked. My father was a carpenter by trade but went on to have a significant role in the Engineering and Water Supply Department (the predecessor to SA

Water) where he was involved in the construction of major pipelines, reservoirs and the expansion of the sewerage network in South Australia. I think that this was a major influence in my career choice. I remember responding to a questionnaire when I started secondary school that my future career choices were to be an engineer, architect or draftsman. So my decision to become an engineer was made back then.

What do you like the most about the engineering profession?The opportunities to apply my skills and knowledge to the benefit of the wider community and the advancement of the skills of younger engineers.

If you could have worked on any engineering project, throughout history, what would you choose?The Snowy Mountains Engineering Scheme.

What do you see as one of the biggest issues facing the engineering profession?The diminishing ability of young engineers to communicate on a face to face basis because of the growing reliance on e-mail, which removes the essential personal relationships component required for good communication. The reliance on the computer is also removing the ability to be able to create well constructed written documents and formal letters.

What is the greatest piece of technology released in the last decade?Hologram technology allowing a person to appear to be on a stage when they are thousands of kilometres away.

Why are you an Engineers Australia member?I believe that all engineers should support their profession by being a member of the peak body that works to maintain the standards of the practitioners of this wonderful profession.

If you could take a year off to study anything, what would it be?Principles of major project finance.

What do you feel is the engineering profession’s strongest asset?The ability to harness a reasoning process to solve simple and complex problems and processes essential to advancement.

What are your hobbies?Golf.

What is your motto?The desire to go to work should be equal to the desire to stay at home with your family. Neither is a haven from the other.

What would be your ideal working holiday?Helping disadvantaged people.

Who would you most like to meet?William Wales

WHY JOIN ENGINEERS AUSTRALIA?

Do you have colleagues, friends or acquaintances who should be members of Engineers Australia? Or are you an engineer who is not a member of Engineers Australia?

Engineers Australia is the national forum for the advancement of engineering and the professional development of our members. Our members enjoy a wide range of benefits including:

• Continuing professional development and career services;

• Technical information and resources;

• Networking events;

• International mobility and recognition;

• Special offers.

We also provide advocacy on a wide range of government issues with consultation from our over 100,000 members worldwide. Our high standards for accreditation and membership sees recognition from government, organisations, companies and internationally occur on an ongoing basis.

We welcome any enquiries you may have about membership and the process of becoming a member. For any enquiries please contact the South Australia Division via [email protected] or by calling on 08 8202 7100.

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Dr Don Sinnott FIEAust CPEng (Ret)Why did you decide to become an engineer?Science and maths were the subjects that most interested me at school and, as a kid, and a big kid, a passion to tinker and make things led naturally to an engineering career.

What do you like the most about the engineering profession?Ideas, principles and concepts

are realised in projects, to which teams of people contribute in a cooperative and systematic way.

If you could have worked on any engineering project, throughout history, what would you choose?The development of radar and other electronic defence systems in the UK under extreme pressures during World War II is an epic story of science, engineering and their application to continually moving client requirements. To be involved would have been mix of exhilaration and terror at the time, an incredible experience in retrospect.

What do you see as one of the biggest issues facing the engineering profession?Engineering as a profession continues to expand into new fields – computer and bio engineering are examples of recent decades – yet has a traditional base in standards-aligned design. This base in accountability and ethics is a critical characteristic of engineering that must be preserved if the profession is to remain relevant and not simply be seen as an element of “science”.

What is the greatest piece of technology released in the last decade?The continuing evolution in computing and communications technology is truly astounding, made up of many elements of technological advance that, seen in isolation, are each “great pieces of technology”.

Why are you an Engineers Australia member?I confess that I did not join Engineers Australia early in my career because other professional institutions met my needs as an electronics research engineer more closely at that time. I later saw that I owed the engineering profession at large my support and that, in particular, I could play a part in promoting the profile of IT and electronics within Engineers Australia.

If you could take a year off to study anything, what would it be?I would love to have a second (or a number of) languages. An immersive language and culture experience would be great.

What do you feel is the engineering profession’s strongest asset?Undoubtedly the commitment of its volunteer base.

What are your hobbies?Semi-retired, I now find more time to read about and explore wider issues in engineering, science, history and theology. I enjoy being a communicator, speaking and writing on subjects that interest me.

Who would you most like to meet?A day with Leonardo da Vinci would be mind-blowing (if we could share a common language).

MEMBER PROFILE

2013 Sir EricNealAddress

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FEBRUARY 2013SEBEL PLAYFORD HOTEL

6.30PM PRE-DINNER DRINKS7.00PM OFFICIAL START

Hosted by Engineers Australia South Australia Division, the Sir Eric Neal Address celebrates leadership within the engineering profession. The evening includes the presentation of the University Medals, Craig Gilbert Leadership Award and Hall of Fame inductees.

This event is proudly sponsored by Tonkin Consulting.

2013 Sir EricNealAddress

Savethe

dateWEDNESDAY 27th

FEBRUARY 2013SEBEL PLAYFORD HOTEL

6.30PM PRE-DINNER DRINKS7.00PM OFFICIAL START

Hosted by Engineers Australia South Australia Division, the Sir Eric Neal Address celebrates leadership within the engineering profession. The evening includes the presentation of the University Medals, Craig Gilbert Leadership Award and Hall of Fame inductees.

This event is proudly sponsored by Tonkin Consulting.

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UPCOMING EVENTS AND NEWS

Unless published otherwise all presentations are scheduled to be held at the Engineers Australia South Australia Division. Event details are subject to change. Please check our website prior to

the event for current information and updates. Level 11, 108 King William Street ADELAIDE SA 5000.

SAVE THE DATE:Wednesday 27th February 2013 | Sir Eric Neal Address

Engineers Australia South Australia DivisionLocation: Sebel Playford Hotel, 120 North Terrace, Adelaide Enquiries: [email protected]

Wednesday 13th March 2013 | Powering South Australia, Breakfast EventEngineers Australia South Australia DivisionLocation: Adelaide Pavilion Veale Gardens, Cnr South Tce and Peacock Rd, AdelaideRegister: http://www.engineersaustralia.org.au/events/powering-south-australia Enquiries: [email protected]

Mon 5th - Sun 11th August 2013 | Australian Engineering WeekEngineers AustraliaEnquiries: [email protected]

Friday 20th September 2013 | South Australian Engineering Excellence AwardsEngineers Australia South Australia DivisionLocation: Adelaide Entertainment Centre, 98 Port Road, Hindmarsh Enquiries: [email protected]

Division ClosureThe Engineers Australia South Australia Division would like to advise that we will be closed from COB on Friday 21st December 2012 and re-opening at 9.00am on Monday 7th January 2013.

We wish you all the best over the holiday period.

The 2011-2012 Year in Review for the South Australia Division, released at the recent Annual Division Meeting (ADM), is now available online at www.engineersaustralia.org.au/sa under the Resources section.

This booklet highlights many of the major events that occured during the year, the activies of our Division, provides an update on the final membership figures for 2011-2012 and more.

For any enquiries about the Year in Review please contact the South Australia Division via [email protected] or by calling 08 8202 7100.

Engineers Australia South Australia Division

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