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CORPORATE AFFAIRS OFFICE471 LITTLE BOURKE STREET. MELBOURNE. vie. 3000

P.O. BOX 4567. MELBOURNE. VIC. 3001

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'!he Fonn 11 fonJarded for the aOOve .l1ssociation has been lod~.{edo

As the Public Officer/l~dress of the Public Officer has chanqedplease corrplete the enclosed Fonn 9/~= 30 and return it at"~TOUrearliest convenience.

Yours faithfully

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VICTORIA 150GROWING TOG~lHER 1984·5

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SOCIALIST FORUM INCORPORATED INCOME AND EXPENDITURE STATEMENT

YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 1987

INCCME 1987 1986

$ $~lembership, donations and flilldraisers 50,617 53,559Interest received 3

50,617 53,562EXPENDITURE

Fundraising expenses 4,208 5,763Salaries and allowances 32,795 33,756Postage 1,060 1,411Printing 248 2,051Bank fees 127 77Rent 7,760 7,064Telephone 792 790Gas and electricity 651 659Rates and taxes 2,189 560Insurances 433 477Sundry expenses 864 682

51,127 53,290SURPLUS/(DEFICIT) (510) 272

SOCIALIST FORUM BAlANCE SHEET

AS AT 30 JUNE 1987

ACCUMULATED FUNDS: $

Balance at 1/7/86 2,149Less: Deficit 30/6/87 510

1,639

REPRESEt-.!"TED BY:

CURRENT ASSETS

Prepayrnents (Rates) 225NONCURREN""T ASSETS

Security bond (Office) 700Electricity (Office) 350

1,050FIXED ASSETS

Furniture and equipment 816TOTAL ASSETS 2,091

LESS CURRENT LIABILITIES

Bank overdraft " 452

NET ASSETS 1,639

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The aoove Income and Expenditure Statement and Balance Sheet have been preparedfron the oooks provided by the Socialist Forum Incorporated and the figures areaccurate to the best of my knowledge.

SOCIALIST FORUM

Tony Lang

an organisation of socialist activists

P.o. Box 56 Carlton South 3053

MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE MINUTES, SEPTEMBER 12 1984

Present Eileen Chapman, Dave Davies, Peter Dyer, Julia Gillard,Bruce Hartnett, Debbie Kiers, Jenny Macklin, Sue Mountford,Bob Pease, Rob Reid-Smith, Linda Rubinstein, Mark Taft.

Apologies David Bunn, Max Ogden, Kerry Peake

In Attendance by Invitation

MinutesAdopted as circulated.

IncorporationTony Lang introduced a discussion centred on a circulated draftdocument containing a proposed statement of purpose and rules forthe Socialist Forum. After discussion about both the contentof the document and the process of incorporation, it was agreedthat a further draft would be presented by Julia Gillard,Tony Lang and Greg Wicks for the next meeting.

Finances.A statement of income and expenditure as at August 31, 1984was presented.

PremisesEileen Chapman and Bruce Hartnett reported that they had seensuitable premises for lease at 106 Webb St., Fitzroy.It was agreed that the premises be obtained for the SocialistForum and that Bruce Hartnett, Joe Kiers and Linda Rubinsteinbe approached to be guarantors. The terms of the lease werefor an initial 12 month period with an option for a similarrenewal.

Internal Education Sub-CommitteeBob Pease tabled minutes from the sub-committee and reported ontwo meetings.Proposals from the sub-committee were endorsed to:a) change the committee's name to the Socialist EducationSub-Committee.b) include a research function within the sub-committees rolec) run a discussion on Saturday October 13 on 'What is the socialismwe are organising for?'d) have a further seminar on the dilemmas of socialism within Europeon Sunday November 11.

MembershipThe following membership applications were approved:Annie Austin,Les Ayres, Lyn Bearlin, John Blackwell, PhillipCarswell, Helen Casey, Sara Charlesworth,Wally Curran, MargaretDavies, Jan Diner, Frank Dowsett, D. Excell, Phillip Elkins,Inga Fersterer, Sally Gardner, Arthur Greig, Rod Gudgion,Philip Herington, Leigh Hocking, Peter Holding, Alan Hough,David Knight, Stephen Lavender, Hugh McBride, Michael McKay,Jenny Macklin, Dorothy McManus, Neil Marshall, Steven Mathews,Meg Montague,Bill Mountford, Tony Nippard, Ewan Ogilvy, Deborah01le, Michae1 Pitcher, John Reeves, Les Rosenblatt, HelenSchapper, John Sendy, Rosemary Simons, Charles Smith, KerryStubbings, Colin Sutherland, Gregory Thomas, Dominica Whelan,Kim Windsor, Trudy Wyse, Greg Pettiona.Next Meeting. Wednesday October 10, 7.30pm. 106 Webb St. Fitzroy ..

We, the undersigned members, approve the Statement of Purposes and Rules of

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ASSOCIATIONS INCORPORATION ACT 1981

Section 28(1)

FORM 9

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No-riCE OF APPOINTMENT OFPUBLIC OFFICER AND OF HIS ADDRESS

To the Registrar of Incorporated Associations.

Notice is hereby given that I, ..~~.~.b £~.~.§;~ Q..~~".~ ..s-r' (Insert lull nlJms) z-

was on the 2..J day of ~.~.:~ £::.M..g.£;.~~ :: 19, arappointed public officer of SQ.~..l.~~.~.~.~ £':~~.~ J.~.~.~.~.~ ..Q .

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Dated this I=.\.~ day of ~~~ 19~' ..

Note:

(1) Insert name of Incorporated Associatlon.

DIRECTIONS

(i) This notice must be lodged with the Registrar within 14 days after the date of the appointment.

(ii) The appointee must be a natural person.

(iii) A person is incapable of being appointed a public officer unless-

(a) he has attained the age of 18 years and has not attained the age of 72 years; and

(b) he is resident in the State of Victoria.

LODGED BY

ADDRESS

PHONE No.

OFFICE USE ONLY

RECEIVED by the REGISTRAR on

Deputy/Assistant Registrar of Incorporated Associations

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an organisation of socialist activists

p-o~ Box 1056 . Carlton

Registrar of Incorporated AssociationsPO Box 4567M.elbourne 3001

Registration No. A 7963

3053

Tel: 417 6910

23/2/88

Dear Sir/Madam,

I advise that the Public Officer of Socialist Forum Incorporated, Ms. JuliaGillard, formerly of 11 Bedford St., Collingwood has changed her address.

She now resides at 67 Rae St., North Fitzroy, 3068. Could you please alteryour records accordingly.

Thank you for your assistance.

Yours sincerely,

Mark Taft.

"MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE SOCIALIST FORUM July 10, 1g8LJ

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Present. Eileen Chapman, Dave Davies, Julia Gillard, Bruce Har~nett,

Debbie Kiers, Jenny Macklin, Sue Mountford, Max Ogden~ KerryPeake, Bob Pease, Rob Reid-Smith, Linda RubinsLein, MarkTaft.

Apologies. David Bunn, Peter Dyer.

Office Space. Agreed that Max Ogden and Mark Taft be responsible for~ investigating suggested office space.

Membership·Form and Statement of Identity Brochure.Agreed that Justin Harris and Mark Taft be responsible for preparation and

. prod,uction.Bank Signatories~ Agr~ed that Bruce Hartnett, Debbie Kiers, Max Ogdenand Mark T~ft be authorised as bank account signatories.Treasurer. Agreed that Kerry Peake be appointed Treasurer and thatshe be responsible for convening a meeting of a finance committee.Staffing. Agreed that Justin Harris and Mark Taft be appointed asstaff on an acting basis pending the appointment of permanent organisers.Agreed that a sub-committee be formed with ~esponsibility for framingan advertisement for 'The Age', for conducting interviews and makingrecommendations to the management committee for permanent organisers.That a copy of the· advertisement be sent to the Socialist Forum'smailing list. That ·the salary scale be within the range $18-21,000 p.a.and be tied to an appropriate award. That a duty statement be preparedby the sub-committee for final decision by the management committee.Activities Agreed ~hat the first correspondence to be sent to the .mailing list in about 10 days should include invitations to several functions.,,~).that Bruce Hartnett and Mark Taft be responsible for organising as:eminar oil',the' dir'ection for the left after the ALP conference •. · ..b\ it was, r~ported that efforts were being made to secure David Mar-'ras a speaker on the ~heme of the relationship of the Government to thesecurity agencies.c) it was reported that John Alford, David Buno, Arthur Greig andMax Ogden had been appointed by the industri~l interest group to organisea forum on the accord.d) it was agreed to foreshadow seminars on the taxation issue and ondisarmament strategies following the ALP conference.

Social Function- Max Ogden reported that John Romeril had offered asa fund-raiser a night of his new play. Agreed that Mark Taft contact rearrangements.Incorporation. It was unanimously agreed that the Socialtst Forum becomean incorporated association. That Julia Gillard liase with Greg Wicksand that a letter be written to establish and reserve the availability ofthe name.Membership. The following persons were accepted as members.Joe Adams,John A1ford,Michele Braid,Steve Brook, Christine Brown,David,Bunn, Sarah Chapman, Michael Clarke,Maurie Crow,Tony Dalton,Charlie D'Aprano,David Davies, Andrew Dettmer,Peter Dyer,Justin Harris,Bruce Hartnett,Philip Hind,Vernon Hughes,Harry Karslak~,D.H.Kelly,

Dorothy Kiers, Joe Kiers,Tony Lang, Max Lorkin,Concetta La Marchesina,Susan Mountford, ,Max Ogden,Ken Peake, Rob Reid-Smith, Lincla RUbinstei.n,Geraldine Schutt, Fran Sciarretta,Meredith Sussex, Mark Taft, Bernie Taft,Lizzie Var-renti, Neil Watson, Lynne Wannan, Creg Wicks, Roger Wilson,Henry Zimmerman, Nina Zimmerrnan, Tom Zucker,Julia Gillard, MaureenOfBrien, Zara Officer.Women. It was agreed that a meeting of women members of the managementcoromi ttee be held to discuss and pr'opose activi ties focusing on issuesof particular concern to feminists within the socialist forum.Futuce lv1eetings. L.lf\d",- p.,.,".d~JlI'\S+ca.,A.'.s N","~Next meeting of the management committee. August 7, 8pm C\2b Dru"" ...... ,:-·.... .A s'·c..,.,rl+af\.Social Dinner - bring a plate - i\ugust 5, 7pm. 1'1ax Ogden's, 135 Barkly St.,East Brunswick.

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Listed below are arguments prepared by Julia Gillard and for useby Management Committee members when contacting wembers of the Forumasking them about their desire to make contact with interest groupsand indicating our desire to incorporate.

In law an inccrporated association is a legal entity like a ccmpanybut without many of the specific requirements placed on companiessuch as special taxes. By becoming an incorporated association,Socialist Forum will be cble to avoid many of the current uncertaintiesin the law ~ith respect to unincorporated associations and gain thefollowing benefits:

1} the ability to sue and be SUEd in its own name.2) the ability to enter contracts in its own name.3) the ability to hold property in its o~n name4) the liability of the Socialist Forum being enforceable only againstit, not against Management Committee(MC) members personally.

Below the key benE;fits of being incorporated are described and somesupporting examples given.

CONTRACTS.

If SF remained unincorporated any contracts it made wo~ld be contractsbetween MC memters personally and the othEr party. Uncertainty in thelaw at the moment meEns if such a ccntract went to court it cculd eitherbe held unenforeceable or enforceable against MC members personally.

Examples.

1} SF is leasing premises and is involved in a dispute about the leasethct goes to court. If SF was unincorporated the contract of leasecould be held to te unenforceable and SF would get no remedy.

2) SF hosts a dinner that doesn't make enough money to pay the caterers.If the caterers sLed,MC members could be held personally liable forthE- money owed.

Incorporation avoids both these problems as SF itself could er.ter contracts.

Note also: If SF was unincorporated and entered a long-term contractfor say the lease of a photocopier, a MC member who signed the contractoriginally would remain personally liable on that contract no matterhow much timE ~asses. (i.e. 5 years later, the MC signatory thougrno longerinvolved with SF is still personally liable).

LAND

An unincorporated association can't be registered as the owner of landand must appoint trGstees to be registered as the owners. This cancause problems if the trus tees gc cverseas or have a dispute ...:i th theassociation. An incorporated associatior. avoids these problems bybeing able to be a land owner.

LIABILITY.

The liability of an unincorporated association will be enforceableagainst MC members personclly whereas the liability of an incorporatedassociation is limited to its own assets.

Ex~~p1-~.

A child in childcare prcvided at a SF conference is seriously injuredand later wins a substantial amount of damages on a pE-rsonal injury action.

SF unincorporated: MC membErs must find the money personally to settlethe claim. If the SF is incorporated only SF assets can be taken to settle.

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SOCIALIST FORUMacti,vists

Dear Friend,

P.G. Box 3053

Please find enclosed additional material for the Socialist Forum Annual Conference.The Conference will be held on Sunday September 22nd, at the Brunswick AdultMigrant Education Centre, 1st floor-, 175 Sydney Road.

The Conference programme is as follows:

lOam OPENING SESSIONA review of the activ;ities of the Forum and a discussion of problemareas and perspectives for the future. The discussion will also dealwith any questions about the reports of inte~est groups.

ll.30am Morning Tea

11.4Sam SESSION 'TWOConsideration of the draft Constitution of Socialist Forum.Consideration of minor amendments to the Statement of Identity.

12.30pm SESSION THREEPresentation of financial statements.Questions of the Management Committee Report.Candidates for election to Management Committee will be introducedto the conference.

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Lunch

SESSION FOURA panel of people from differing backgrounds will be asked to put forwarda perspective on the state of the Left in Australia and the politicalissues to be confronted during the period of Labor Government.The panel presentation will be followed by general discussion.

SUMMARYA final overview of the current political context and the role of theForum wi thin it.

CONFERENCE ClDSEThe conference is to be followed by drinks and snacks.

The material enclosed is:1) A report from members of the Socialist Forum Management Corrmittee2) Reports from some interest groups of the Forum3) 1ne proposed By-Laws of the Forum which should be read with the Constitution

you will already have received.4) Amendments to the Constitution.S) An amendment to the Socialist Fortlll1 Statement of Identity.

Places are still available for the Conference Dinner to be held on Friday September20th at Alaysa 2 Turkish Restaurant (upstairs), 163 Sydney Rd., Brunswick. Thedinner will start at 7.30p:n. Joan Kirner, the Minister for Conservation, Forestsand Land will be the guest speaker. Ring 417 6910 if you would like to come.

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SOCIALIsr FORUM CONSTITIJI'ION

Voting to adopt the Socialist Fonm Constitution opened at the Annual Conferenceand is now continuing by postal vote. In order to satisfy the requirements ofthe Associations Incorporation Act we must get over half of the Fonm t s totalmembership approving the Constitution.

If you didn I t sign the voting fOliTl at the Annual Conference please sign thisform and return it to the Forum as soon as possible.

I, the tmdersigned member, approve the Statement of Purposes and Rules ofSocialist Forum.

NAME: ••••••-:;;;.1) 7)d.~.~.: · .SIGNATIJRE:

Return this fonn to Socialist Forum, PO Box 56, Carlton 3053.

SOCIALIsr FORUM CONSTIWTION

Voting to adopt the Socialist Forun Constitution opened at the Annual Conferenceand is now continuing by postal vote. In order to satisfy the requirements ofthe Associations Incorporation Act we must get over half of the Forun' 5 totalmembership approving the Constitution.

If you didn't sign the voting form at the Annual Conference please ",sign thisform and return it to the Forun as soon as possible.

I, the tmdersigned member, approve the Statemept of Purposes and Rules ofSocialist Forum.

NAME:

Return this form to Socialist Forum, PO Box 56, Car1ton 3053.

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ASSOCIATION INCORPORATION ACT-1981 AND REQUIREMENT TO LODGE A STATEMENTOF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING.

According to records in this office a Statement of Annual General""-Meeting has· not been lAdged for the above incorporated association in

res~ct'. of: the: ass()ciatinn t s last financial year.

Sub section 30(1) and (2) of the Associations Incorporation Actrequir~ an incorporated association to hold its first annual generalmeeting within 18 months of the date of incorporation and subsequentannual gen~ral meetings to be held at least once in each calendaryear there-~fter. 'A statement giving particulars at the last annualgeneral meeting is now overdue.

The Public Officer'is responsible for lodgement of the Statement of .Annual General Meeting with me within one month of holding the meetingin accordance with section 30(4) of the Act together with the prescribedfee of $22.00.

Important. Failure to lodge the Statement of Annual General Meeting mayresult in Court action to recover the $200.00 penalty that is prescribedby sub section 30(8) of the Act.

If there is any reason why the annual general meeting was not heldwithin the requir~d time or why the Statement of Annual General 11eetingwas not lodged within one month of the meeting an application for anextension of time in the prescribed form (see overleaf) should be madeand forwarded with the prescribed fee of $11.00- .

Statern~~t of Annual General Meeting (Form 11) are available from:-

Harston Partridge & Co Pty'Ltd461 ~itt~e,~911in~ Streetr-1ELBO~~?~,i PH<?NE: -,67 8235

or Hewitts Law Stationers Pty Ltd450 rJ'::.t.1:1e CeIlins St:~::a~t

NJ:~L1~OUHNE. PliObIE: - 67 391967 3724

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Please give this matter immediate attention.

Yours faith~ul1y·.. ; ,.

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SOCIALIsr FORUM <X>NSTITUTION

Voting to adopt the Socialist Forun Constitution opened at the Annual Conferenceand is now continuing by postal vote. In order to satisfy the requirements ofthe Associations Incorporation Act we must get over half of the Fonm's totalmembership approving the Constitution.

If you didn't sign the voting form at the Annual Conference please sign thisform and return it to the Forum as soon as possible.

I, the tmdersigned member, apprc;>ve the Statement of Purposes and Rules ofSocialist Forum.

SIGNATURE: '. ..~ c:Y~.Q. i. •~..";": .

Return this form to Socialist Forum, PO Box 56;, Carlton 3053.

SOCIALIST FORUM CONSTlnJrION

Voting to adopt the Socialist Forun Constitution opened at the Annual Conferenceand is now continuing by postal vote. In order to satisfy the requirements ofthe Associations Incorporation Act we must get over half of the Forum's totalmembership approving the Constitution.

If you didn1t sign the voting form at the Annual Conference please,..sign thisform and return it to the Forun as soon as possible.

I, the undersigned. member, approve the Statem~nt of Purposes and Rules ofSocialist Forun.

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Return this form to Socialist Forum, PO Box 56, Carlton 3053.

SOCIALISf FORUM CONSTITUI'ION

Voting to adopt the Socialist Fonrn Constitution opened at the Annual Conferenceand is now continuing by postal vote. In order to satisfy the requirements ofthe Associations Incorporation Act we must get over half of the Forun's totalmembership approving the Cons titution.

If you didn't sign the voting fonn at the Annual Conference please sign thisform and return it to the Forun as soon as possible.

I, the undersigned member, approve the Statement of Purposes and Rules ofSocialist Forum.

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SOCLALIsr FORUM CONSTITUTION

Voting to adopt the Socialist Forun Constitution opened at the Annual Conferenceand is now continuing by postal vote. In order to satisfy the requirements ofthe Associations Incorporation Act we must get over half of the Forum's totalmembership approving the Constitution.

If you didntt sign the voting form at the Annu~.l Conference please sign thisform and return it to the Forun as soon as possible.

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SOCIALIST FORUM CONSITWfION

Voting to adopt the Socialist Forum Constitution opened at the Annual Conferenceand is now continuing by postal vote. In order to satisfy the requirements ofthe Associations Incorporation Act we ITnlst get over half of the Forun's totalmembership approving the Cons titution.

If you didn't sign the voting fOl:TTl at the Annual Conference please'"sign thisform and return it to the FOnIIl as soon as possibleo

I, the undersigned member, approve the Statenient of PurPoses and Rules ofSocialist Forum.

NAME:

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Return this form to Socialist Forum, PO Box 56, Carlton 3053.

SOCIALIST FORUM mNsrrrorION

Voting to adopt the Socialist Forun Constitution opened at the Annual Conferenceand is now continuing by postal vote. In order to satisfy the requirements ofthe Associations Incorporation Act we must get over half of the Fonm's totalmembership approving the Constitution.

If you didn't sign the voting form at the Annual Conference please sign thisform and return it to the Forum as soon as possible.

I, the undersigned member, approve the Statemen t of Purposes and Rules ofSocialist Forun.

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Voting "to adopt the Socialist Forun Constitution opene::i at the Annual Conference ...and is now continuing by postal vote. In order to satisfy the requirements ofthe Associations Incorporation Act we must get over half of the Forunls totalmembership approving the Constitution.

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Voting to adopt the Socialist Forun Constitution opened at the Annual Conferenceand is now continuing by postal vote. In order to satisfy the requirements ofthe Associations Incorporation Act we must get over half of the Fonm t statalmembership approving the Constitution.

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SOCIALIST FORUM CDNSTlnTrION

Voting to adopt the Socialist Fonm Constitution openErl at the Annual Conferenceand is now continuing by postal vote. In order to satisfy the requirements ofthe Associations Incorporation Act we must get over half of the Forun l s totalmembership approving the Constitution.

If you didntt sign the voting form at the Annual Conference please sign thisform and ret.urn it to the Forun as soon as possible.

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tMANAGeMENT COMMITrEE MINUTES - NOVEMBER 26 1986

Present Dave Davies, Peter Dyer, Julia Gillard, Bruce Hartnett, Jane Hollingshead,John Mathews, Michael Q'Connor, Steve Prytz, Mark Taft, Lindsay WOods.

Apologies Eileen Chaprnan, Vernon Hughes, Bette Moore, Max:·.Ogden

New Members The following mernbership~applicationswere accepted.Helena Grunfeld, Erwin Reiss.

Organiser Jane Hollingshead was appointed as part-time Socialist Forumorganiser commencing in February 1987.

Annual Conference =~ A·-report was given on preparations for the Socialist Forumannual conference to be held in March 1987. The suggested topic was'The Socialist Objective - Is it Dead?' Suggested themes for theconference included 'What does a realistic socialist objectiveconsist of I, 'Socialism and the social movements and the trade unionmovement', •Corporatism, confrontation and consensus','Socialism andLabor Governments - possibilities and limits', and 'The Whitlam andHawke exper iences - What can Labor Do?'

It was suggested that the conference be held over a Saturday afternoonand Sunday. It was agreed that a sub-committee of Julia Gillard,Jane Hollingshead, Bruce Hartnett, John Mathews, MmcOgden and MarkTaft finalise arrangements and circulate draft proposals if possible.

Finance Financial statements for the months of August, September and OCtoberwere distributed and adopted.

Buildil}S Mark Taft gave a report on the possibility of Socialist Forumcombining with others to purchase a building in which the Forum wouldhave offices. After discussion it was agreed that the issue shouldbe further discussed by the management committee and by the publicissues committee.

Topic of the Month

A report was given on preparations for the topic of the month withLaurie Carmichael.

Future Topics of the Month

It was suggested that forthcoming topics of the rronth be devotedto the issues of media ownership and future perspectives for industrialdemocracy following the release of the Green Paper.

MINUTES OF WE SPECIAL MANAGEMENT CDMMITI'EE MEETING HELD WEDNESDAY APRIL 24 10

. DISCUSS 'lliE ALP PROSCRIPTION RESOLUTION

PRESENT - DaVid Bunn, Eileen Chapnan, Dave Davies, Peter Dyer, Julia Gillard, BruceHartnett, Deb Kiers, Jenny Macklin, Sue Mountford, Max Ogden, Rob Reid Smith, Mark Taft

BY INVITATION - Joe Adams, John Alford, Wally Curran, Arthur Greig, Phil Hind, VernonHughes, Maureen O'Brien, Michael O'Connor, Steve Prytz, Bernie Taft, Greg Wicks

APOLOGIES - Kerry Peake, Lincla Rubinstein

1. REPORTS

Joe Adams and Wally Curran reported on the tabling of a motion to go to the June StateConference of the ALP seeking to· proscribe Socialist Forum. The text of the motion isas follows:

That the organisation styled SOCIALIST FORUM, being defacto a continuum of a sectionof the Conmunist Party of Australia, be interpreted as a political party competingwith the Australian labor Party, for the purposes of the rules. Accordingly, it isnot possible for any member of the Australian Labor Party to simultaneously be amember of the organisation styled SOCIALIST FORUM. .

The motion was moved by Mr. Bill Hartley and he had attacked the Forum in a speech toanother resolution. It was noted that though the motion as circulated was secondedby Judy Dixon ·she denied any knowledge or support for the resolution.

2. DISCUSSION & PROPOSAlS

The issue was discussed and the following proposals were agreed to:

a) 1bat a meeting of Socialist Forum members and supporters be called to discuss theissue.

b) That a statement on proscription be prepared by a drafting carmittee and releasedwidely after being approved by the Management Committee.~rafting Carmittee - JaM Alford, Julia Gillard, Mark Taft

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c) That representatives of the Socialist Forum should seek to speak at meetings ofother bexlies on the issue. In particular a letter should be sent to Secretariesof AlP Branches offering a speaker on the question.

d) That infonnation should be distributed to the press· to clarify the role of theSocialist Fonun. .

e) That consideration should be given to expanding the Statement of Identity at thefirst Annual Conference.

f) That a leaflet be prepared answering allegations raised against Socialist Forum.Drafting Committee - Julia Gillard, Michael O'Connor, Mark Taft

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MINU'IES OF '!HE MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE April 16, 1985

Present: Dave Davies, Julia Gillard, Deb Kiers, Kerry Peake, Linda RubinsteinMark Taft

Apologies Eileen Chapnan, Peter Dyer, Bruce Hartnett, Jenny Macklin, MaxOgden, Rob Reid Smith

Quiz NightIt was reported that about 170 people were expected to attend thequiz night and that the organisation was in hand. Deborah Davidsonwas acting as compere and Dave Davies, Paul Carrick and Greg Wickswere to be·judges.

MembershipsThe following memberships were approved: Pier Paul De Carlo,Alec Drunmond, John Howie, Hal Swerissen

Management Conmittee Vacancy _

It was reported that due to work pressures Bob Pease felt compelledto resign from the Management Corrmittee. Bob indicated that he wishedto remain active within the Forum and particularly within the SocialQuestions group. It was agreed to write to Bob thanking him for hiscontribution to the Forum1s work and expressing the hope that ata later stage he would be able to function at a central level again.It was agreed that Maureen OIBrien or Tr\:1dy Wyse from the SocialQuestions group be approached to fill the casual vacancy.

Topic of the MonthIt was agreed that if speakers were available the topic of the monthshould focus on the effects of the devaluation of the Australiandollar. Mark Taft was to approach Rob Reid Smith for possible namesof speakers.

Annual ConferenceIt was agreed that Julia Gillard and Mark Taft should liase withrepresentatives from the Public Issues Committee to preparefor the first annual conference of the Socialist Forum.

NewsletterIt was reported that the May issue of the newsletter would focus onperspectives for the disarmament movement.

Finance A surmary of the financial position of the Forum was presented.

CorrespendenceA letter from 3 CR was tabled responding to the Socialist Forumcomplaint about material broadcast by Mr. Bill Hartley.After discussion it was agreed that a limited nunber .of peopleshould be sent copies of the correspondence between the Forum and3 CR. It was also agreed that a letter might be sent under the nameof a respected Socialist Fortrn trade union official to selected unionaffiliates of 3 CR outlining the nature of Socialist Forum1scomplaints and the treatment these complaints received from 3 CR.

MINUTES OF THE MANAGEMENT OOMMITIEE MEETING HELD ON WESDAY AUGUST 20 AT THE

SOCIALIST FORUM OFFICE.

PRESENT: Eileen Chapnan, Dave Davies, Julia Gillard, Maureen O'Brien, MaxOgden, Linda Rubinstein, Mark Taft.

APOLOGIES: Peter Dyer, Bruce Hartnett, Deb Kiers, Kerry Peake, Rob Reid Smith.

1. NEW MEMBERS

The following applicants were accepted as members -Paul Haseloff, Christine Maher, Laurence Maher, Mavis Robertson, Pat Serrmins,and Alexia WaIler.

2. ANNUAL OONFERENCE

a) Returning OfficerIt was noted. that the Annual Conference would be held on Stmday September 22at the Bnmswick Adult Migrant Education Centre and that the Mangement Carnnitteeelections would be conducted during the Conference. It was agreed to appointGerry Kitchener to act as Returning Officer for these elections.

b) Conference DinnerIt was noted that cl dinner for Socialist·Forum·members would·be,helcl·on'FridaySeptember 20 and that Joan Kimer had been approached to speak at it.

3. UNION POWER SEMINAR

Dave Davies presented an outline of a seminar on the theme of union power.It was noted that the Public Issues ·Corrmittee had decided such a seminar shouldbe held and an organising group had been appointed. After some discussionof the issues to be raised and possible speakers it. was agreed Mark Taft andJulia Gillard should work with Dave Dayies, Peter Dyer, Joe Kiers and BernieTaft on the organisation of the seminar. Max Ogden agreed to liase with thisgroup~

4. PUBLICATIONS

It was agreed that the papers given by Bruce Hartnett and David White at thePublic Sector Seminar should be included in the Forum's next newsletter.These P?pers would also be sent to conference participants and copies wouldbe available for purchase from the Forum office.

5. FINANCES & FUNDRAISERS

Financial statements for the months of June and July were presented.. Possibleways of raising flIDds were discussed. It was agreed that the Forum shouldorganise another theatre night on November 14. It was also agreed that theForum should organise a Book Fair during October. Problems with getting asuitable venue were discussed. The possibility of organising a picnio earlyin 1986 was also raised.

(). MANAGEMENT COMMITIEE REPORT TO ANNUAL CONFERENCE

It was agreed that Dave Davies, Julia Gillard, Bruce Hartnett and Marki·.Taftshould prepare a draft report for the Management Conmittee to Annual Conferenceand that this draft should be circulated to Management Conmittee members forcomment.

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The next meeting of the Management Committee is on Tuesday August 20at 7.30 pn.

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MINUTES OF THE MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE, TUESDAY JULy 9, 1985

PresentEileen Chapnan, Dave Davies, Peter Dyer, Bruce Hartnett, Deb Kiers,Maureen OtBrien, Max Ogden, Mark Taft.

ApologiesJulia Gillard, Sue Mountford, Kerry Peake, Linda Rubinstein

Theatre NightPreparations for the Forum theatre night at 'Woza Albert I were discussed.

Public Sector SeminarIt was agreed that publicity for the public sector seminar should besought in 'The Age, The Melbourne Times, Labor Star, Tribune, 3 eR and 3 RRR.It was also agreed that brochures for the seminar should be sent to theMOA, the VPSA and APSA and to AlP branch secretaries in the MelbourneFEA.

Study CirclesIt was reported that about 10 people had responded to a letter draftedby Julia Gillard, Neil Watson and Max Ogden concerning study circlesorganised by the Forum for less experienced Forum members and othersinterested, in participating. Max Ogden reported that Ann Pollis wasprepared to help in a trainer training course for persons interested inhelping with the study circles or other educational courses.

New MembersThe following persons were approved as new members:Vicki Davies, Ken Gott, Max Marginson

Annual ConferencePreparations for the annual conference were discussed prior to theirsuhnission to the Public Issues Comnittee for approval. Concern wasexpressed at possible difficulties in dealing with the new constitution.It was agreed that there should be provision for a break in the discussiondealing with the constitution if neccesary, followed by a resumed debatelater in the day when the constitution drafters could clarify theoutstanding issues.It was agreed that Joan Kimer be suggested as a possible speaker fora Friday night dinner preceding the conference and that the Old Colonialmight be a suitable venue for the dinner.

Socialist StrategiesA preliminary discussion focused on how the Forum could better promotediscussion about socialist strategy and responses to the ALP government.Suggestions included organising a round table discussion for a newsletterexamining the problems facing the AlP government and the labour movement,organisin? a 1986 surmer school around the theme of 'Directions forSocialism , production of pamphlets, and joint seminars with the FabianSociety.It was agreed to refer some of these issues to the PlC.

Financial StatementsA financial statement for May was circulated. It was agreed that a letterunder Bruce Hartnett I s signature be sent to selected Forum membersencouraging them to: make regular automatic bank deductions. It was alsoagreed to examine a lottery fund raising proposal.

Next MeetingAugust 20, 7.30pn. at 106 Webb St., Fitzroy.

MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE MINUTES NOVEMBER 21,1985

Present Eileen Chapnan, Julia Gillard, Bruce Hartnett, Vernon Hughes, Deb Kiers,. ~ob Reid Smith, Linda Rubinstein, Mark Taft

Apologies Dave Davies, Peter Dyer, Max Ogden, Steve Prytz

Amendment to Minutes of Previous Meeting

Minutes should be amended. to include names of following approvals for application tomembership: Dennis Altman, Arthur Apted, Josephine Connellan, Ashley Fraser,J"an Morrison,Peter Noonan, Michael Wright.

New Members The following applications for membership were approved:

Louise Einfeld, Clare Gallagher,Michael Liffman, John McLoughlin, Mal Sandon,Laurie Whittle.

Finance Statements for the months of September and October 1985 were circulated andadopted. The Robin Archer concert was expected to make about $1,800 profit.

BBQ!Picnic Breakup The location and costs for the December 15 end of the year functionwas agreed upon.

Summer School The draft prograrrme for the Socialist "Forum 1986 Conference wascirculated. The proposals from the Conference sub-conmittee were endorsed includingsuggested speakers, topics and times. Barb Champion was suggested as a possiblespeaker in the session dealing with 'What's behind the divisions within the left?'.

Tribune Newspaper It was reported that Julia Gillard had responded by way of apublished letter to an tmsigned article in 'Tribillle ' that repeated Bill Hartley'sallegations that Socialist Forum had organised the Nunawading how to vote card affair.The original article writer in Tribune had continued the attack on the Forum in asubsequent unsigned letter. Members of the Management Committee considered a possiblefollow up letter drafted by Dave Davies but accepted Dave Davies view that the matternot be pursued any further unless additional attacks were made.

Forthcoming Events Detail of the forthcoming Public Issues Committee dealing withthe relationship between the Victorian Government and public sector unions was given.Detail of the forthcoming seminar on the arts was also circulated. In view of theFebruary surrmer school it was suggested that the seminar on Union Power be deferreduntil March.

Thursday After Work Discussions. It was agreed that Thursday after work discussionsbe started in 1986 and that the next issue of the Newsletter ask for volunteers tohelp their organisation.

Public Officer Julia Gillard was appointed Public Officer/Secretary of the Forum

Corres~ndence Correspondence from Ruth and Maurie Crow was discussed concerningthe nee for more discussion on the sort of socialism we aspire to. It was agreedthat the next issue of the Newsletter indicate the sort of discussions thatthe Crow's were interested in, and that an indication of broader interest besought. It was also agreed that JOM Reeves suggestion for a house baseddiscussion on the prospects for growth of the left be included in the nextnewsletter and a response sought from interested participants.

Next Meeting. It was agreed that the next meeting of the Management COllIllittee beon Thursday Janurary 23 at 5.3Opn.

SOCIALIST FORUM i'-'1AJ.~AGE}jEl.'IT COMMITTEE MINUTES , OCIDBER 2, 1985

?-::-esent Eileen Chapman, Dave Davies, Peter Dyer, Bruce Hartnett, Vernon Hughes,Maureen OtBrien, Michael O'Connor, Max Ogden, Steve Prytz, Rob Reid Smith,Mark Taft

~':'.DOlogies Sara Charlesworth, Julia Gillard, Linda Rubinstein

~ection of Office Bearers Pursuant to IncorporationPublic Officer -Bruce HartnettSecretary - Julia GillardTreasurer - deferred

~ub-Corrmittees of the Management CorrmitteePublications: Dave Davies, Vernon Hughes, Julia Gillard, Mark TaftEducati~n : Steve '!TYtz, Max Ogden, Vernon Hughes, Rob Reid Smith,

Eileen Chappan, Dave Davies, Julia Gillard, Mark TaftThis sub-corrrnittee to be augmented by broader meetings as requiredFinance: Bruce Hartnett, Peter Dyer, Julia Gillard, Mark TaftConvenors: Meetings to be organised through the office

;', Due to absences of some Management Comnittee members, final compositionto be decided at next formal meeting

~~Lnual ConferenceIt was decided to publish a precis of conference proposal in the newsletterand invite comments. These would all be discussed at a subsequent meetingof the Management Comnittee.Specifically it was suggested that a Thursday after-work, food withspeaker function should be organised on a weekly or fortnightly basiscatering for less experienced members of the Forum.In addition it was suggested that extra area of concern should be incorporatedwithin the Forum's activities.;', envirotlITlent;': national indep?ndence/national identity issues being raised by the 1988bi-centenary;', politi.cal issues confronting the family

It was suggested that a questionnaire establishing the interest of Forummembers should be circulated at conferences and Forum meetings to get thewidest response

It was suggested and agreed that the functioning of interest gr0!:1ps shouldbe improvedo Partic~lar areas were targetted.i) environment - Vernon Hughes to assist with an initial meetingii) arts workers - Eileen Chapman to do likewise

?inance A finance statement for August was circulated and adopted

5eminars A report was given on the progress of the'Union Power' seminar. SenatorPeter Cook was suggested as a possible speaker •

~~r School Michael OIConnor, Bruce Hartnett, Steve Prytz, and Mark Taft agreed tojoin those already nominated by the Public Issues Committee to assist withthe Srnrner School planning.

_~cord It was agreed that Max Ogden, Bruce Hartnett and Peter Dyer would assistArthur Apted by ~orrrnenti!}g upon draft material forming the basis of aSocialist Forum _publication on the Accord which Arthur Apted has offeredto v..1L"ite~

Correspendence Letters from Ruth and Maurie Crow were referred to the discussion onproposals arising from the annual conference

~ydney Conference It was reported that Bruce Hartnett, Linda Rubinstein and Mark Tafthad been approached in their individual capacities to sponsor a broad leftconference in Sydney next easter

3 CR Discussion It ;;vas reported that Bruce Hartnett and David Grove were debating theaccord on 3 CR ..

ITItroouctory Discussion on the Accord Peter Dyer raised the need for a seminar/son the Accord directed to shop stewards~ It was agreed that he proceed toorganise the discussions and liase with the office for assistance~

MINUTES OF THE MANAGEMENT COMMITIEE JULy 23 1986

Present Eileen Qlapnan, Bruce Hartnett, Julia Gillard, Michael OIConnor, StevePrytz, Linda Rubinstein, Rob Reid Smith, Mark Taft

Apologies Sara Charlesworth, Peter Dyer, Vernon Hughes, Deb Kiers

New Members The following membership applications were approved:Barbara Champion,Leigh Glover, Douglas Kirsner, ~te McAllister, Phil O'Donoghue

Financial Statement The financial statement for June 1986 was circulated andapproved. .

Bookfair A report was given on the forthcoming bookfair. It was indicated thata satisfactory number of books were coming in, but that a large number of peoplewould be needed to assist on the day.

Economics Round Table Progress on a half day seminar on medium to long termstrends in the Australian econcmy was reported. After discussion it was decidedthat the following speakers should be confinned as desirable participants.Henry Ergas, John langmore, Peter Ormonde, Kerry Schott, ran Watson.'The seminar is to be held on August 17 from 2-Spn. A range of possible venueswas discussed. and the seminar moderator was to be Bruce Hartnett.

Study Circles A report was given on the study circles on ideological andorganisational trends within the labour movement.I t was indica ted that a good response had been received for the study circle(s)on 'An Introduction to the Australian Economy'. Further advertising would beplaced in the next newsletters and at seminars'..

Future Activities

1) Socialist Objective Following the agreement at the last meeting toschedule a seminar in Qctober on the theme of "What Sort of Socialism are WeStriving For" , the following were nominated for an organising committee-

Julia Gillard, Bruce Hartnett, Max Ogden, Linda Rubinstein and Mark Taft.

2) Education It was suggested that the Forum should organise a seminar aroundthe theme of 'Education in the Nineties', following the controversy arisingfrom lan Cathie's discussion document. It was agreed that in addition toteacher union representatives it would be desirable to have at least oneparent participating and possibly someone addressing the issue of publicsector reform.

Next Meeting:Wednesday August 20. 5.45 pm.

MINlITES OF THE MANAGEMENT COMMITIEE MEETING HELD ON WEDNESDAY APRIL 2.

PRESENT: Sara Charlesworth, Dave Davies, Julia Gillard, Bruce Hartnett, DebKiers, Michael 0' Connor, Max Ogden, Rob Reid Smith, Mark Taft.

APOLCGIES ; Eileen Chapnan, Peter Dyer, Vernon Hughes, Maureen 0lBrien, StevePrytz, Linda Rubinstein.

1. REPORT ON THE BROAD LEFT CONFERENCE

Julia Gillard gave a brief report on the Broad Lef t Co~erence held in Sydneyover Easter.

2. MEMBERSHIP APPLICATIONS

It was agreed. that the following people should be accepted as members of SocialistForum -Cathleen Armstrong, Kate Nash & Susan Robjohn.

3. FINANCES

'The financial statement for February was tabled. It was noted that the TheatreNight fundraiser had not sold as well as expected and people should try tosell additional tickets. There was a discussion of suitable venues for theQuiz Night to be held in May.

4. UNION POWER SEMINAR

It was reported that the Union Power Seminar would be held on Stmday May 11at the Bnmswick Adult Migrant Education Centre. Simon Crean, Peter Ormonde,Arthur Greig and Jim Frazer had already agreed to speak. There was some discussionabout other possible speakers.

5. PUBLIC ISSUES COMMI'ITEE

It was agreed that the first meeting of the PlC needed to be called as soonas possible and that the focus for the meeting should be a discussion of futuredirections for the left.

6. STUDY CIRCLES

It was reported that a modified progranme of study circles would be advertised.in the next newsletter. The progranme consisted of a six week course coveringthe political philosophies of Marxism, Democratic Socialism, the Labor PartyRight, the l..abor Party Centre, the tabor Party Left. and the Revolutionary Left.It was noted with thanks that Dave Davies had agreed to convene the study circleprograrrme.

7. LEITER TO THE AGE

It was reported that no response had been received to the letter sent to 'TheAge' over their coverage of the Strategic Choices for Socialism Seminar. Itwas agreed that Linda Rubinstein should follow this matter up with !·The Age'.

8. DATE OF NEXT MEETING

Date : Wednesday May 7Time : 5.45 p:n .Place: 106 Webb St., Fitzroy.

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MINUTES OF THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING HELD ON WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 30, 1986.

PRESENT: Forty-two members of the Socialist Forum.

ElECTION OF THE MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE

The following nominations were received: Eileen Q1apnan, Dave Davies, Pier De Carlo,Peter Dyer, Julia Gillard, Bruce Hartnett, Jane Hollingshead, Vemon Hughes,John Mathews, Bette Moore, Michael O·Connor, Max Ogden, Steve Prytz, Mark Taft, andLindsay Woods. The Returning Officer declared these people elected.

FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

The financial statements for the financial year July 1, 1985 to June 30, 1986 werecirculated and adopted.

Hartnett/Davies

MEMBERSHIP FEES

Annual membership fees remained fixed at forty dollars and fifteen dollars concession.O'eonnor/Champion

Following the formal business there was a discussion on the theme 'Can labor Survive? t •

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MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE MINUTES. Wednesday December 12, 1984

Present.Dave Davies, Julia Gillard, Bruce Hartnett, Debbie Kiers,Jenny Macklin,Max Ogden, Linda Rubinstein, Mark Taft

ApologiesEileen Chapnan, Kerry Peake, Bob Pease, Rob Reid-Smith

Surrmer SchoolI t was agreed that members of the Socialis t labour League and theAustralasian Sparticists would be excluded from enrolling for theSummer School because of their record of disruption.

FinanceFinance statements for October and November were circulated and adopted.

Workers CompensationIt was agreed that figures would be obtained and presented to thenext meeting as to the cost of full make-up pay.

Child CareA draft set of guidelines was circulated from the responsible sub­committee. (see attached) In addition to adopting these guidelinesit was agreed that where users did not give adequate noticein response to an advertisement, a rate would be charged.It was alsoagreed that users of child care would be encouraged to make a donationto help cover costs of paid workers.

MembershipThe following membership applications were approved:Kim Bannikoff,Maggie Burrows, Scott Campbell, Meg Clancy,Deborah Davison,Stefano De Pieri, Jim Frazer, Margaret Frazer, Greg Maloney, NormanRothfield, Michael Salvaris, David Spokes, Stasia Zika.

3CRFollowing a further attack on the Socialist Forum by Bill Hartley on 3 eRit was agreed that a letter be sent to Bill Hartley seeking an opportunityto respond to his criticisms.

Next MeetingThe next meeting of the Management Committee is on WednesdayFebruary 13 at 8 pn. at 106 Webb St. It was also agreed that therebe a 1985 perspectives discussion after the summer school.

MINUTES OF THE MANAGEMENT COMMITIEE MEETING HELD ON WEDNESDAY, SEPI'EMBER 16th, 1987.

PRESENT: Peter Dyer, Julia Gillard, Jane Hollingshead, John Mathews, Bette Moore,Mark Taft, Lindsay Woods.

APQJ..(X;IES: Dave Davies, Pier De Carlo, Bruce Hartnett, Vernon Hughes, Max Ogden,Steve Prytz.

1. CAIN DINNER

Mark Taft reported that the response has been good and that the organisation forthe evening was g<?ing well. It' was agreed that Bruce Hartnett should chair theevening. Management CQTlffiittee members were also notified that assistance wouldbe required on the night with money collection, raffle ticket selling and directingpeople to seats.

2. DISARMAMENT SEMINAR

It was reported that, as yet, we have no canfirmation as to the governmentrepresentative.

3. ANNUAL GENERAL MEEl'ING

It was suggested that Bill Kelty be a~proached to speak on the IFuture Strategies'document and. t Australia Reconstructed. This was @.greed to and it was suggestedwe incorporate the A.G.M. into this in November.

4. PRIVATISATION SEMINAR

It was reported that Henry Ergas had agreed to participate and that Rob Jollyhad been approached.

5. PAMPHLEI' SERIES

John Mathews reported that the publications sub-conmittee of the Socialist Forumand Fabian Society had met. The Fabians had agreed to John Mathews as series editor.

6. FINANCE

Financial statements for the months of July and August were distributed and adopted.

MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE MINUTES, TUESDAY DECEMBER 15 1987

Present Jane Hollingshead, Sue Mathews, Bette Moore, Steve Prytz, HalSwerissen, Mark Taft, Lindsay Woods, Trudy Wyse

Apologies Dave Davies, Pier De Carlo, Bruce Hartnett, Vernon Hughes,John Mathews.

New Members It was agreed that David Atkin, Henry Ergas and Grabam Hudson beaccepted as new. members of SO'cialist Forum.

Sunmer Seminars Discussion took place on a proposed series of seminarsto be held on Sunday afternoons in the February/March period.Under the general theme of 'Australia - The Next Century' it was agreedthat topics should be selected fran:

i) Women and Men in Australia - Gender and Family. How will we live in theYear 2000?

ii) Australian Culture - Multiculturalism or Shared Vision?

iii) Education - Liberal versus Instrumental Approaches?

iv) Internationalisation of the Economy - What can a national governmentreally achieve?

v) The Future of Unions

vi) Australia - Looking to the Future.

Topics need to be more sharply defined and the ultimate choice was dependenton speakers' availability.

Financial Statements. Financial statements for the months of October andNovember 1987 were circulated and adopted.

Organiser. Mark Taft indicated that he was leaving his employment with theSocialist Forum in March 1988. It was agreed that pending a wider discussionby the Management Committee in early February 1988, the Januarynewsletter sh9uld invite expressions of interest fran people interestedin working for the Forum.

Pamphlet series •

A report was given on the Forum/Fabian Society/ Pluto Press pamphlet series.The first pamphlet was expected to be published in Febru~y 1988.

After discussion the Management Corrrnittee decided on the following descriptionof Socialist Forum's aims and objectives to be included in the pamphlets.

• The Australian socialist movement is small, lacks adequate strategic thinkingand is largely. confined to the margins of political life. In order to contributeto the renewal of the socialist project Socialist Forum was formed in 1984

~to promote new ways, new patterns of thinking and a democratic orientation.

. Some of our members belong to the AlP; others do not. We provide anopporttmity to canvass political, social and cultural issues in an uninhibitedway, free from the limits of factional party politics. The achievement of a

7 democratic form of socialism requires far-reaching reform. We believe this~ depends upon the activity of Labor Governments sustained by popular support.'

MINUTES OF THE MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE MEETING HElD ON WEDNESDAY, JULy 6, 1988.

PRESENT: Dave Davies, Pier De Carlo, Bruce Hartnett, Phi1ip Hind, Jane Hollingshead,Steve Prytz, Ha1 Swerissen, Mark Taft, Lindsay Woods.

APOLOGIES: Julia Gillard, Sue Mathews, Bette Moore, Trudy Wyse.

1. NEW MEMBERS

The following people were accepted as new members of Socialist Forum. Tracey Ellery,David Moody, Peter Williams and Anthony 0 1 Brien.

2. FINANCE

Financial statements for the months of May and June were distributed and adopted.It was reported that the Quiz Night raised over $2 300.00.

3. EDUCATION SEMINAR

It was reported that Peter Noonan had agreed to take part in a seminar on the graduatetax and discussion of possible respondents followed.

4. FUNDRAISING

It was agreed that a ftmdraiser should be organised for August or September and aseries of options were canvassed. It was' agreed that we approach Manning Clark,Helen Garner or Peter Carey to speak at the Annual Dinner which will be held laterin the year.

5. FlIDJRE AcrNITIES

It was agreed that a seminar looking into the future of the wages system be held.Possible speakers -included: Laurie -Carmichael, -Steve Deery, Anna Booth, Joe Isaacs,Greg Harrison, Martin Ferguson and Gary Weaven. -

Possible articles for future newsletters were also suggested, it was agreed thatHenry Zimnerrnan be approached to write -an -article on the situation in the MiddleEast. An interview with Max Ogden on -the restructuring of the metal fundustry awardswas suggested as were articles on Perestroyka and the Australian Association forArmed Neutrality.

6. PUBLIC ISSUES COMMITTEE

Steve Prytz suggested that the next Public Issues Corrmittee Meeting, -to·"be· held sometime in August, look at the Club of Rome twenty years -0n. Possible speakers includedIan l.owe, Jire Falk, Hugh Sadler and Andrew Herington. After discussion it was agreedthat we approach Ian Lowe and &1drew Herington.

NEXT MEETING

The next meeting of the Management Carmittee will be held on Wednesday,

August 24 at 5.45rm at 106 Webb St., Fitzroy.

MINUTES OF 1HE MANAGEIvJENT COMMITTEE MEETING HELD ON WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 24, 1988.

PRESENT: Dave Davies, Julia Gillard, Jane Hollingshead, Steve Prytz, Bette Moore,Hal Swerissen, Mark Taft, Lindsay Woods.

APOLCGIES: Pier De Carlo, Phillip Hind, John Mathews, Sue Mathews, Max Ogden,Trudy \\lyse.

1. NEW' MEMBERS

'The following people were accepted as new members of Socialist Forum.Malcolm Bell, Lisa Neville and Tony Ward.

2. TRIBUTE TO KERRY PEAKE

Steve Prytz raised the possibility of Socialist Forum organising some form oftribute to Kerry Peake. Suggestions included an annual lecture, the dedicationof a room at the new premises or a pamphlet including a series of articles aboutinvlovement in the peace movement \vhich would be dedicated to Kerry. It wasagreed that this idea would be raised again at a future meeting.

3. ANNUAL DINNER

The annual dinner will be held some time in November and discussion of possiblespeakers took place.. Suggestions included Helen Garner, Manning Clarke, PeterCarey, Brian Johns and Susan Ryan. It was agreed that we would approach ManningClarke.

4. NEW PREMISES

Philip Herington outlined the commercial basis and ownership stucture for theproposed new premises for Socialist Forum. The Management Cormnittee agreed thatSocialist Forum would rent such premises subject to an adequate leasing arrange­ment.

5. NEWSLETTER

Dave Davies reported that Vernon Hughes and Charlie D1Aprano had agreed to writearticles on multiculturalism for the next newsletter. It was also suggested thatwe produce a newsletter on the theme of 11968 - 20 years ani, after discussion itwas agreed that Dave Davies, Mark Taft and Jane Hollingshead follow this up.

6. COMING EVENTS

It was agreed that a seminar looking at the question of a socialist response to'user pays' principles be held and that Henry Ergas and Hayden Raysmith be askedto lead discussion on this.It was agreed that Anna Booth and Gary Weaven be approached to speak at the seminaron wages planned for later in the year.It was agreed that a'isuggestion from Lynne Wannan for Socialist Forum to run awomen's program be proceeded with.It was suggested that we look at running a meeting on healthcare and it was agreedthat Moss Cass and Shane Solomon be approached for suitable dates.

7. PAMPHLET lAUNGI

John Mathe'''s reported that Brian Howe had agreed to launch the pamphlet series,and discussion of possible venues followed ..

MINUTES OF THE MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE MEETING HELD ON WESDAY, OcroBER 4, 1988.

PRESENT: Dave Davies, Julia Gillard, Jane Hollingshead, Steve Prytz, Hal Swerissen,Mark Taft and Lindsay Woods.

APOLOGIES: Pier De Carlo, Bruce Hartnett, Philip Hind, John Mathews, Bette Moore,Max Ogden and Trudy Wyse.

1. NEW MEMBERS

The following people were accepted as new members of Socialist Forum.Jenny Bac'kholer, Mandy Chambers and Dennis Glover.

2. FINANCE

Financial statements for the months of July and August were distributed andadopted. It was suggested that we hold an appeal for funds and that this belinked to the new premises. Mark Taft and Steve Prytz offered to draft aletter which would be followed up by telephone calls fran Management Committeemembers.

3. ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

Mark Taft reported that Laurie Carmichael has agreed to speak at the AnnualGeneral Meeting which will be held on Wednesday, November 2, a~ 7.30pn at106 Webb St., Fitzroy. Ahmad Didi will prepare the annual audit s prior to thisdate.

4. ANNUAL DINNER

It was agreed that Max Gillies would be approached to speak at the annual dinnerto be held some time later in the year. It was agreed that the ticket pricesfor the dinner should be $25 and $19 concession. It was also agreed that if MaxGillies was not able to speak we would then approach John Button.

5. PAMPHLET SERIES LAUNaI

Mark Taft outlined the details for the launch of the pamphlet series to be heldon Sunday, October 16, at the Ccmnonwealth Parliamentary Offices at 4 TreasuryPlace at lOam.

6. NEW Plill1ISES

It was agreed that as Socialist Forum will be moving to new premises in midNovember, one months notice would be given to the agents conmencing imnediately.

7. WOMEN'S SERIES

It was reported that Jane Hollingshead and Lynne Wannan had held preliminarydiscussions on the women's series and that the Management Comnittee and membershipwould be kept informed about the series.

8. NEWSlEITER

Dave Davies suggested that for the next newsletter we interView two people aboutthe Victorian State Election. It was agreed that Dave Davies, Mark Taft andJane Hollingshead work on this •

. ' ~.. ", ~ '. -'mE NEXT MEEIDING OF THE MANAGEMENT COMIV1I'ITEE WILL BE HELD ON ~DAY; OCIOBER 25,AT 5.45pn AT 106 WEBB ST., FITZROY.

MINUTES OF THE MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE MEETING HELD ON TUESDAY, -oCIOBER 25, 1988.

PRESENT: Dave Davies, Jane Hollingshead, John Mathews, Sue Mathews, Bette Moore,Steve Prytz, Mark Taft.

APOLCX;IES: Julia Gillal:Td, Bruce Hartnett, Philip Hind, Max Ogden, Trudy Wyse.

1. R.F. IRVINE SOCIETYBette Maore and Bemie Taft reported that the R.F. Irvine Society had decided todissolve and disttibut:eiits.'assets. The Society proposed the Socialist Forum begiven its assets amounting to around $600 subject to the Fonnn's agreement.

The Managanent· Corrmittee decided to accept the money and suggested that the R.F IrvineSociety should propose specific pJ;ojects for its use.

2. ANNUAL DINNER

It was decided that Max Gillies be:1approached to perform at the Annual Dinner to beheld some time in early December.

3. ANNUAL GENERAL MEEI'ING

It was reported that the lXGM would be held on Wednesday, November 2 and that laurieCarrnichael would be speaking on the future of trade unions. Ahmad Didi is preparingthe annual audits.

4. COMING EVENTS

It was agreed that transcripts of the contributions made by speakers on the StateElection be used as a basis for articles for the next newsletter.' It was also agreedthat Mark Taft would approach Brian Howe with a view to interviewing him for theDecember newsletter.

Discussion took place as to possible respondents to Anna Booth for the seminar onthe future of the wages system.

Dave Davies suggested that we look at holding a seminar on the tensions betweenthe labour movement and the conservation movement.

NEXT MEETING

The next meeting of the Management Cornnittee will be held on Tuesday, November 25,at 5.45pn at 317 Barkly St., Brunswick. Please note the change of address.

MINUTES OF 1HE MANAGEMENT COMMITIEE MEETING HELD ON WESDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 1988.

PRESENT: Dave Davies, Bruce Hartnett, Phillip Hind, Jane Hollingshead,JaM Mathews, Sue Mathews, Hal Swerissen, Mark Taft.

APOI..CX;IES: Pier De Carlo, Julia Gillard, Bette.M90re, Tony Nippard.

1. New Members

It was agreed that Susie McLean be accepted as a new member of Socialist Fonrn.

2. Co-option

It was agreed that David Atkin become a co-opted member of the ManagementCcmnittee.

3. New Building

Mark Taft reported on the tmit structure for the purchase of the new building.It was agreed that the rent for Socialist Fonnn be set at $80 per week.

4. Finance

Fianancial statements for September and October were distributed and adopted.

5. Newsletter

Discussion took place as to possible contributors on the topic of relationsbetween the green and labour movements. Sue Mathews agreed to come backwith further names.

6. Signatories to bank account

It was agreed that as Max Ogden is no longer a member of the ManagementCarmittee, Julia Gillard would replace him as a signatory to the bank accotmt.

7. Pamphlet series

John Mathews reported that he had held discussions with Peter Ewer and PeterRawlinson regarding a pamphlet on the Ac.c:-ord/Restructuring strategy.

8. Monthly Ltmchtime Meetings

It was suggested that lunchtime meetings be resuned on a less regular basis.Phillip Hind agreed to report back with possible venues.

9. Caning Events

It was suggested that a meeting be held, possibly with Bill Kelty on theprogress of award restructuring.

Sue Mathews suggested a future newsletter could look at what is happeningin the European left. Alistair Davidson was suggested as a possiblecontributor. , I

iO.Perspectives Discussion

It was agreed that the perspectives discussion for the new ManagementCoomittee be held at B"ruce Hartnett·· s place on Sunday, February 5.

MINUTES OF THE MANAGEMENT CXM1ITIEE MEETING HELD ON TUESDAY, APRIL 11, 1989.

PRESENT: D. Atkin, D. Davies, J. Gillard, P. Hind, J. Hollingshead, B. Moore,T~ Nippard, M. Taft, L. Woods.

APOLOGIES: J. Blackwell, P. De Carlo, B. Hartnett, J. Mathews, S. Prytz,H. Swerissen.

1. New Members

I t was agreed that Tallis Richmond and Ted Benjamin be accepted as new membersof Socialist Forum.

2. Quiz Night

It was reported that the Quiz Night organisations were going well, but thatassistance would be required on the day. It was agreed that next year optionsfor a larger venue would be investigated due to the popularity of the night.

3. Topic of the Month

Peter Noonan had agreed to speak on the future of tertiary education anda respondent was still being sought.

4. Study Circles

It was reported that the Womens' Series was due to corrmence on April 27and that the level of response from members had been high.

5. Management Corrmit tee Lunchtime Meetings

Dave Davies suggested that the Management Corrmittee get together for hmchonce a month between meetings in order that we can respond to matters thatarise quickly. Accordingly it was agreed that venues would be looked atand members contacted iwith details.

6. Spokespersons for Socialist Forum

It was agreed that Mark Taft, Julia Gillard, Dave Davies and Jane Hollingsheadbe the spokespersons for the Forum. It was also agreed that in order toavoid further inaccurate portrayals of the organisation in the press, attemptswould be made to meet with political and industrial journalists to explainthe aims and functions of Socialist Forum~

7. Fundraising Dinners

It was suggested that the Forun look at holding dinners for about 80 people,four times a year at 'Typhoon Thai I Restaurant .with a guest speaker.

8. Coming Events

A series of suggestions were made for forthcoming Wednesday Morning Meetings.Suggestions for future newsletters included urban consolidation/urban environ­mental issues; povery traps with either Jenny Doran, Iola Mathews or JennyActon; Don Edgar on 'The Family'; rural industry and anned neutrality.

NEXT MEEI'ING

The next meeting of the Management Coumittee will be held on Wednesday, May 10,at 5.45pn at 317 Barkly St., Brunswick.

MINUTES OF THE MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE MEETING HELD ON WEDNESDAY, MAY 10, 1989.

PRESENT: Dave Davies, Julia Gillard, Bruce Hartnett, Jane Hollingshead,Jolm Mathews, Mark Taft.

APOUX;IES: David Atkin, Sue Mathews, PPillip Hind, Bette Moore, Tony Nippard,Steve Prytz.

1. New Members

It was agreed that Charles Sampford be accepted. as a new member of SocialistForun.

2. Finance

Financial stateIflents for the months of November, December, January, February,March and" April were distributed. and adopted. A statement· for the Quiz Nightwas also circulated.

3. FtmdraisingIt was agreed that John Mathews would approach Peter Ellyard whois the Director of the Commission for the Future, to speak at a dinner to beheld at 'Typhoon Thai' on Sunday, Ju:i:le 18. Speakers suggested for futuredinners included Phillip Toyne and Julian Disney.

4. Coming Events

I t was agreed that Hayden Raysmith be approached to respond to Robert Richter QCfor the May Topic of the Month. It was suggested that the June meeting lookat 'The Conservatives in Tunnoil· and Judith Brett was suggested as a speaker.

It was also agreed that for the following month David Scott be approached tospeak on urban conservation issues.

5. Ltmchtime meetings

It was reported that the first of these meetings had been held and that theywould be held at the Municipal Employees· Union at 1 O·Conne1l St., North.Melbourne. The following dates have been set, Monday, May 22, at 12.3Oy;m,and Friday, June 23 at 12.3Oy;m.

Dates for future Management Corrmittee meetings have been set for Wednesday,June ·14 at 5.45pm and Wednesday, July 12 at 5.45pn, these meetings will beheld at 317 Barkly St., Brunswick.

6. Staffing

Jane Hollingshead informed the Management Corrmittee that as she had acceptedanother job the organisers position would be vacant. It was agreed that theposition be made into two part-time positions and that the organisers worktwo days per week and three days per week respectively. 'This would mean thatthe office would be open for three days a week. It was agreed that thepositions be advertised in the next newsletter.

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SOCIALIST FORUMacti.vists

P.o.

Dear Friend,

3053

Please find enclosed additional material for the Socialist Forum Annual Conference.The Conference will be held on Sunday September 22nd, at the Brunswick AdultMigrant Education Centre, 1st floor-, 175 Sydney Road.

The Conference programme is as follows:

lOam OPENING SESSIONA review of the activ;ities of the Forum and a discussion of problemareas and perspectives for the future. The discussion will also dealwith any questions about the reports of inte~est groups.

11.30am Morning Tea

11.45am SESSION 'TWOConsideration of the draft Constitution of Socialist Forum.Consideration of minor amendments to the Statement of Identity.

12.30[l1l SESSION THREEPresentation of financial statements.Questions of the Management Cornnittee Report.Candidates for election to Management Coomittee will be introducedto the conference.

Ipn

3 .. 45pn

4pn

Lunch

SESSION FOURA panel of people fram differing backgrounds will be asked to put forwarda perspective on the state of the Left in Australia and the politicalissues to be confronted· during the period of Labor Government.1he panel presentatfon will be followed by general discussion.

SUMMARYA final overview of the current political context and the role of theForum within it.

CONFERENCE CLOSEThe conference is to be followed by drinks and snacks.

The material enclosed is:1) A report from members of the Socialist Forum Management Corrmittee2) Reports from some interest groups of the Forum3) lne proposed By-Laws of the Forum which should be read with the Constitution

you will already have received.4) Amendments to the Constitution.S) An amendment to the Socialist Forum Statement of Identity.

Places are still available for the Conference Dinner to be held on Friday SepteII.lber20th at Alaysa 2 Turkish Restaurant (upstairs), 163 Sydney Rd., Brunswick. Thedinner will start at 7.30pn. Joan Kirner, the Minister for Conservation, Forestsand Land \vill be the gues t speaker. Ring 417 6910 if you would like to come.

SOCIALIST • FORUM

6 August 1991

Dear

PO Box 1056, Carlton, 3053 Tel: 380 1684

Please note that -your membership subscription for 1991has not been paid. The membership fee for the Socialist Forumremains unchanged at $40 or $15 concession.

As you would appreciate, the Forum depends entirely onmembership subscriptions and donations.

In the atmosphere of uncertainty that surrounds the Lefttoday, and where the Left finds itself generally on the defensive,the role of the Forum assumes a new importance. With thecollapse of so much of the traditional left agenda there isa need for an avenue, indeed a forum for free and open discussion,where critical and controversial views can .. be considered freefrom preconceived ideas and fixed positions.

Prompt payment of your membership renewal will assist in thecontinued viability of our organisation.

,.L~~ns3~~ark Taft and

Julia Gillard for theMANAGEMENT COMMITTEE

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SOCIALIST FORUM

3053

Dear

an organisation of socialist activists

P.O. Box 56 Carlton

At its last meeting the Management Committee of Socialist Forum approved your

membership application.

As a member of the Forum you will receive our monthly newsletter which

includes information about Forum events as well as articles and news items.

All the centrally organised ftmctions of the Forum a~e advertised in the

newsletter. Each month you will find a meeting on a current event advertised

as tTopic of the Montht as well as notices for Wednesday morning industrial

meetings, specific issue meetings and social events. We would be happy to

see you at all or any of these activities.

In addition to centrally organised functions the Forum has a variety of interest

groups which run events of their own. These interest groups are:

- an industrial group

a disarmament group

a group covering health and welfare issues

a lawyers' group

a teachers' groupan artworkers' group.

These interest groups each have their own mailing lists so if you would like

information about one or more of these groups please give us a ring and we

will ensure you are put on their mailing lists.

The Fortun has a study circle programme specifically designed to cater for its

less experienced members. Meetings for women members of the Forum are also

organised. All up there is a broad range of activities in which you can become

involved. If you have the time we would like to meet you and discuss the

Forum's activities at greater length. Please ring us on 417 6910 and arrange

a time to come in for a chat.

We look forward to meeting you!

JULIA GlliARD & MARK TAFT

SOCIALIST FORUMan organisation of" socialist activists

P.O. Box 56 Carlton South 3053

Dear

Signing a letter asking for money is not a passport to popularity. However Iunashamedly risk whatever slight popularity I might enjoy by asking you to helpplace the Socialist Forum on a secure financial footing.

It is now twelve months since the Forum was formed. Our first annual conferencewill be held on Sunday September 22nd.

In that twelve months we have gained a membership of over 250 people and haverun a succession of successful seminars and conferences on such issues as theACIU/AlP accord, the public sector, taxation, disarmament, medicare and the ALPin government.

As part of our attempt to contribute to the renewal of the democratic left wehave discussed controversial issues openly and in a non-dogmatic way. We haveattracted quite an amount of media attention for our ideas and discussions.

All in all, the Socialist Fonnn has established a unique place for itself on thepolitical map and we look forward to the second twelve months.

However the financial costs associated with the Socialist Forum's activities arenot slight. We rent an office in Fitzroy, employ paid workers, produce a monthlynewsletter and assist our interest groups to function.

Regular financial subscriptions to the Socialist Forun are the best way tosecure the Forum's financial base. We depend on the generosity and coomi trnentof our members to undertake our activities. If you operate a cheque account 0:';a keycard account and can make regular monthly or quarterly subscriptions pleasefill in the enclosed automatic witharawal form and return it to the FOrtml atP.G. Box 56 Carlton 3053.

If you have a building society account or credit union account you cannot usethe" enclosed fonn, but rabher make arrangements with your building society orcredit tmion to send the regular subscriptions to the Socialist Fonnn at the"above address.

To assist our planning, enable us to expand our activities and minimise furtherembarassing approaches we would prefer regular payments. But of course we wouldwelcome anyone off donation from anyone able to assist the Forum in its ongoingwork.

I know that not everyone is able to make extra financial carmitments Cut I wouldask you to consider assisting the Socialist Forum.

Yours sincerely,

Bruce Hartnett

MEMBERS FROM WHOM SOCIALIST FORUM CURRENTLY RECEIVES DIRECTDEBIT PAYMENTS:

Monthly

Max Ogden

Meredith Sussex

Peter Ormonde

Bill Mountford

Julia Gillard (Not yet confirmed by bank but matches oldrecords)S~ '1'12 Pr ~.(4·3

Quarterly

Lesley Ebbels

Tony Dalton (Again, this one is not confirmed by the bank. Itis however, the only one that seems to match up to the oldrecords) .

other Regular Donors:

Margaret and Dave Davies

Helen Arnold

Janet Rase

Fran Sciarretta

Peter Dyer

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INVITE YOU TO PARTICIPATE IN

REFLECTIONSON

TWo ELECTIONS

WHAT IS THE FUTURE FOR LABOR?

SPEAKERS:

MARTIN FERGUSON

JULIA GILLARD

RACE MATHEWS

Date:

Venue:

8.00pm WEDNESDAY 3 APRIL 1996

317 BARKLY ST. BRUNSWICK

for further information, please telephone 9380 1684

WHAT'S ON Pub. No. VBH 7016-- _. ~ . -

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETINGTrade Unions- The Next Three Years

Laurie Carmichael

7.30 pm Wednesday November 2nd

This meeting will be held at 106 Webb St., Fitzroy, corrmencing with formalrosiness at 7.3Opn which will include confirmation of minutes of the 1987AGM, reception of financial statements, setting the annual subscriptionsand the election of the new Management Committee. (15 positions)

Launch of Pamphlet Series by Brian HoweSunday October 16 lOam - 1 pm

The latmch of the pamphlet series will be held at the Ministerial ConferenceRoan in the Comnonwealth Parliamentary Offices at 4 Treasury Place, Melbourne.Br1an Howe will launch the series and Race Mathews will respond to this.There will also be rejoinders from the authors of the series thus far. We areexpecting to have the next pamphlet entitled lA Politics of Poetry ­Reconstituting Social Democracy' by Dennis Altman with a response from SenatorBob McMullan, out to Socialist Forum mem"bers and subscribers in the next twoweeks. The launch is open to all Socialist Forum and AFS members and lightrefreshments will be available courtesy of Pluto Press. Admission is free.

Wednesday Morning Meetings8-98111 Meatworkers, Union. 62 Lygon St., Carlton South.

October 5 The State Election

Julia Gillard and Gerry Kitchener

October 12 AMWU Award Restructuring - What I S Happening?

Max Ogden - National Education Officer., AMWU

October 19 tabor - After The Election

Caroline Hogg

Management COll11littee Nomination Form

I

nominate for the position of member of the Management Corrmittee of Socialist Forum.

Signature ~ . Date _

Nominations must be received no later than 4pn Friday, October 28.

PO Box 1056, Carlton, 3053.

ONPublication No. VBH 7016

topic of t~e VVlOVlt~Civil Liberties and Police PowersCome and contribute to an open discussion about civil liberties andpolice powers. An important and far-reaching issue. Have police thenecessary powers to operate effectively and are civil liberties beingprotected?

Speaker: JOHN 'IHWAITES (Advisor to the Attorney-General)

Respondents: Julia Gillard (Solicitor)Damian t-'lurphy (President - Labor lawyers)

Tuesday April 12 8pm 106 Webb St., Fitzroy

Wednesday Morning Meetings8-9am. Butchers Union, 62 Lygon St., Carlton South.

~1arch 30

April 6

April 13

April 20

April 27

The Future for Labor

Wally Curran (State Secretary - AMIEU)

Easter Break

wby is Industry Failing to Invest?

Bill Mountford ( Director - Aust. Manufacturing Council)

Restructuring of the Metal Industry Awards

Greg Harrison (National Assistant Secretary - .t\i"K.JU)

Experiences with Second Tier claims

Jim Baird (Federal Arbitration Commissioner)

May 4 ACTU-CAI Employee Participation Agreement

Max Ogden (National Education Officer - N~~)

Study CirclesFollo\ring the strong interest in our previous study circles, SocialistForum is organising a further study circle/discussion series onAUSTRALIAN INDUSTRIAL RElATIONS. The series will commence on April 19and will run for six consecutive weeks, with each session running for 1~ hrs.

If you are interested in participating or require more information, pleasering Jane Hollingshead or Justin Harris on 417 6910.

Quiz NightSocialist Forum's annual quiz night is on again! Note in your diaryFriday, t-'lay 6. Tables ranging from 8 to 12 can be organised. If youwish to organise a table please ring Justin Harris or Jane Hollingsheadon 417 6910.

When: Friday, May 6, 8pn..

Where: Brunswick Mechanics Institute. Corner of Glenlyon &Sydney Rds.Cost: $16 ($10 concession)

t" __ ..~EXECUTIVE RECOMMENDATION TO THE GENERAL MEETING - 19th MAY. 1985

The SL having discussed internally and publicly the circumstances of theentry to the Victorian Branch of the grouper unions. must now concentrate itsenergies on reversing the alarming drift to the right of the FederalGovernment. In the face of the rapid deterioration of economic and politicalconditions for the Labour Movement, maximum cohesion is now required withinthe Socialist Left if the Left's class constituency is to be effectivelydefended.

Accordingly this general meeting of SL members resolves that we shall totallyoppose grouper ideology and personnel at all levels within the ALP. Weassert that the struggle against grouper ideology is of paramount importanceand that SL members shall at every possible opportunity, combat anti-workingclass grouper and right-wing policy proposals.

The SL shall continue to oppose the entry to the ALP of known grouperoperatives be they IAF or NCe personnel. Within the rules of the ALP, everypossible political action shall be undertaken to combat grouper operations atall levels of the Party, and the right shall be challenged to take every caseof such action to the National Executive. ~ so doing, the right within theVictorian Branch will further expose their undemocratic reliance on thestrength of the four parliamentar.Y leaders and the NSW Right, who dominatethe National Executive.

Specifically:

1. In the forthcoming FEA elections all SL comrades shall put maximumeffort into securing the return to conference of FEA delegates whosupport the S1. By so doing, rank and file members will reduce theimpact of the forced entry of the four Right-wing unions.

2. That all 8L policy committee caucus groups shall report to a generalmeeting as soon as possible regarding the progress they have made on thedevelopment and implementation of progressive ALP policy. Priority mustbe given to the development of alternative political strategies thatchallenge the anti-working class, 'free. market' ideology being pursuedby the Federal Government in economic policy. Current FederalGovernment policies, especially on the economy are a profound threat tothe Australian working class and the Labour Movement.

3. The appeal to the National Conference, against the National Executivedecision forcing the affiliation of the four unions shall be pursued andthe necessary enabling action against the Federated Clerks' Union shallbe undertaken by SL members of the Administrative Committee.

4. The arbitrary and unconstitutional action of the National Executive area profound threat to the welfare and democratic traditions of the ALP.A campaign on this issue around the constitutional review which has beeninitiated by Natio~al Conference is of crucial importance. The NationalLeft shall be requested to support and organize such a campaign.

5. Recent Centre Unity propaganda suggesting that the 8L is not committedto the return of ALP Governments, both State and Federal, and to theimplementation of progressive ALP policy is totally rejected by thisGeneral Meeting.

6. Inaccurate and mischievous media campaigns attempting to divide the 8Linto two camps of "new" and "old" guards are categorically rejected, asis the suggestion that there exists a 'loyal' and dis'loyal' SL. The 8Lis a coalition representing differing points of view within the ALP-Leftand has functioned most successfully within that framework. It willcontinue to do so and function effectively if respect is paid to thatbalance of viewpoints and to the individuals who are associated withthem.

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SOCIALIST FORUMan organisation of socialist activists

P.o. Box 56 Car-lton 3053

19/2/85

Dear

At its last meeting the Management Committee of the Socialist Forumapproved your membership application. A regular newsletter willkeep you infonned about the activities of the Forum andplease contact Julia Gillard or Mark Taft on 417 6910 if youwould like to see your name added to any of our interest groupmailing lists so that you can be informed about their activities.Interest groups cover industrial issues, the disarmament movement,health and welfare issues, women, lawyers, teachers and arts workers.

Best wishes,

Kerry Peake(Treasurer)

LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL

PARLIAMENT HOUSE

MELBOURNE, vie. 3002

Dear Julia,

TELEPHONE 651 8911

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I am writing to confirm my participation in the

Socialist Forum Summer School, at 9.30 on

3 February 1985. Unfortunately, a programme was

not enclosed with my notice. Could you please

send one to my electorate office at the above

address.

Yours Fraternally,

JOAN KIRNER, M.L.C.

Melbourne West.

SOCIALIST FORUM MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE

David Atkin

Sarah Jane Chapman

Dave Davies

Pier De Carlo

Julia Gillard

Jane Hollingshead

Vernon Hughes

Sue Mathews

Bette Maore

Max Ogden

Elizabeth Parsons

Steve Prytz

Bernie Taft

Mark Taft

Ken Peake

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Socialist Forum Sunmer School 1986 - S ~ """~ ~- f"I~ a:-L

Minutes of Meeting Held on Wednesday November 7

Present Julia Gillard, Michael O'Connor, Steve Prytz, Les Rosenblatt,Mark Taft, Roger Wilson, Vernon HughesApologies Bruce Hartnett

Timing of Surmner School.

Suggestion that school be held over two successive SlIDdays in February and thatwe avoid the last weekend before the end of the school holidays.

Themes and Sessions

Plenaries ( and possible speakers) - 20 minutes per speaker~~ ~ (Z.c:~.......-

Strategic Choices for Socialism- 13:ic EH], rosn ~tpeLieFlee ·U er;; R~ ~ ~ @? ( ~

Hugh McBride, Stewart Maclntyre, Boris Frankel, Andy Friend, Bill Mountford,Bemie Taft) CJ ('~~ .... ~"-~ Jc>~" 6,.\.~ / .n-.r~ 1$-a-c- h-.l ..

Socialists and tabor in GovernmentBrian Howe, Dennis Altman, ACJJSS/VCOSS, Moss Cass, Bruce Hartnett,Linda Rubinstein. go~

-----_- _ • I t...LI ~.q:What s Behind the Divisions Within the Left? -<._

Lindsay Tanner, Ted'Murphy, Bruce Hartnett, John Alford, Mark Taft, Peter Beilharz,CP person, mal Mf;£~S"~l~""L S"".t\"r-o"C-.n»\\''''UI!. \-t-.Jj,. £~ f)\.~Q\I'-.p.

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Socialism and the Economic Realities

Bill Motmtford, Andy Friend, Ted Wiltshire, Anna Booth, Brian Howe, Winton Higgins,Phil Hind, Mike White, f)~ ~~ / ) Co",-",/, J1A. Cl~\"",/ 0--. \, h--~Workshops

Women's Movement

Sue Ellery, Sue Mountford, Linda Rubinstein, Meg Montague, Ramona Koval, Julia GillardDe. ""'C'\. \,4I-~ ~,",-.R \.-t. t'\. L7A 4\~ \-.,..., I\....~ _

Disarmament

Phil Hind,Peter Christoff, Herb Feith, John Wiseman, Dick Wootten N\ ~~ H~ L~=u J..

~I n---...:..~, Dc'-~<Z ()d-~\.eJ"J J6e.. kl~. ,/ ~MLCL,,~ 4C1lM.~_r-Industr1.al ~ ~

Roger Wilson, Jim Fr?zer, Jim O'Neill, Max Ogden, John Blackwell, Neil Marshall,Arthur Greig, Judith Bornstein, Linda Rubinstein, Dominica Whelan, Fiona Moore,Tricia Caswell, Arthur Apted, John ALfor~ ..J~t'\ D, He"""'l J-;a:Lt ; r a.cTechnology .'"

John Mathews, Pier de Carlo, John Blackwell, Peter Robson, Graham Harris

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SOCIALISM- REFORM - lABOR GOVERNMENTS - NEW DIREcrIONS FOR SOCIALISTS.

Socialist Forum Summer School 1986

Minutes of Meeting Held on Wednesday November 7

Present Julia Gillard~ Michael a'Cannor, Steve Prytz, Les Rosenblatt,Mark Taft, Roger Wilson, Vernon HughesApologies Bruce Hartnett

Timing of Surrmer School

Suggestion that school be held over two successive Sundays in February and thatwe avoid the last weekend before the end of the school holidays.

Themes and Sessions

Plenaries ( and possible speakers) - 20 minutes per speaker

ClJ Strategic Choices for SOCialism:ie EuroJ2ean Experie:ce)Ne\~c:..~ ("""c:" _\'-..Ac-\.~ ~c=c:- ~~~"'~~~ .

~gh McBri~ Stewart Maclntyre, Boris Frankel, Andy Frie~d, Bill Mountford,Bernie Taft ~"'-'c..~ \.0\.) ---s:Q\..""" A") f\ -:-'\r... ~

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@ Socialists and labor in Government r- ~

Brian Howe,(i}er:mis Altniaiil Amss/Vcoss,5ss Ca-;). Bruce Hartnett,~ndaRUbinste~What's Behind the Divisions Within the Left? ~ ~~~

[1indsay Tann~Ted:Murphy, Bruce Hartnettr-_John Alfor~GarkTa~~GP person,~.~ \Se::- \---"0e.--) C~\"~c../

~ ocialism and the Economic Realities ~C---~ ..

Bi~l M<?untfo:dT,An~yFriend, Too ~i~hir~ Anna Booth.'~~ Ho:JWinton Higgins,1 Hind, Ml~~te. \.)e-\" 'I(\,~ ;-:rc.....~ r\~c:.\<\i@

§ Workshops ~ ~ ~~ ,~\.-b ~-......h~ ~""::::,..

~) Women I s Movement

Sue Ellery, Sue Motmtford, Linda Rubinstein, Meg Montague, Ramona Kaval, dulia 6illdEa~"'~ .... c::::,c, '-J'vl:-\.~ 1..,\,,- '--.J~~. ..,

'h) Disarmament ~0<:- \<..,-~ _ )

John Wiseman, Dick Wootten ~ ~-r\...."'-.Q. \--'\ _ ~ ~~" \-=--...-...J\.~ ---\c..j Industrial ) )

Roger Wilsan, Jim Frazer, Jim O'Neill, Max Ogden, John Blackwell, Neil Marshall,Arthur Greig, Judith BetJ:T18tein, Linda Rubinstein, Dominica Whelan, Fiona Maore,Tricia Caswell, Arthur Apted, John ALf_ord~~ 0 ~ \.\0

=D Te6t;;ology ~~ ~ r ~~hn Mathew;:A Pier de Carlo, John Blackwell, Peter RObson,~~~ .

5fN CoVlt...7

~': the centralisation of decision making tmder the Accord

~': the success of the Accord places tmions and particular workplaces in positions ofindustrial strength which, if exercised, would tmdennine the Accord.

~: strategies by companies to win the loyalty of employees away from the unionto the company.

Management Committee

'Those declared elected to

Eileen ChapnanSara CharlesworthDave DaviesPeter DyerJulia Gillard

the Management Corrmittee were:

Broce Hartnett Max OgdenVernon Hughes Steve PrytzDeb Kiers Rob Reid SmithMaureen 0 I Brien Linda RubinsteinMichael O'Connor Mark Taft

'lliE WHITlAM EXPERIENCE

The Fabian Society is marking the 10th anniversary of the Kerr Coup and thedismissal of the Whitlam Government with a weekend conference providing ananalysisof the Whitlam years from close Whitlam associates and other commentators.

The Conference is on Saturday November 9 and Sunday November 10 at the Universityof Melbourne. Cost is $30 for members of the Society($20 concession) and $35for non-members. Tickets and details to the Australian Fabian Society, Box2707X, Melbourne 3001.

Saturday November 9

9 am. Registration9.30 The Predecessors

Speaker. H C Co0mbesRespondent. Senator John Button

11.am. The PartySpeaker. Race MathewsRespondent. Caroline Hogg

2.00 pn. The ProgramSpeaker. Graham FreudenbergRespondents. Elizabeth Reid

Hugh McBride

Sunday November 10

11 am. The GovernmentSpeaker. Gordon BilneyRespondent. Richard Hall

2. OOpn. The PeopleSpeaker. Mick YoungRespondent. Graharn Little

3.3Op:n. The LessonsSpeaker. Gareth EvansRespondent. Brian Howe

PROPOSALS RE MEMBERSHIP AND STRUCTURE

Membership. Suggested three classes of association withing the organisation.

a) members; pay $40 and receive publicationsb) supporters, pay money and subscribe separately to publications.c) subscribers to publications. $20

Membership to be open to anyone who subscribes to the aims of theorganisation. Applications to be approved by management committee.

Structure

Interest groups - fairly "loose, involvement does not necessarilyrequire membership of the organisation, nor do such groupsnecessarily reflect the views of the organisation.Exchange of experiences, forums, policy development,education etc.Management Committee- non policy making. Makes finance decisions,responsibility for newsletter, employs staff, helps groupsset up, co-ordinates activities of groups if needed, initiatessome central activities. Groups can send reps. to meetings.Public Issues Committee. Responsiblity between conferencesfor direction of organisation.Annual Conference . Sets policies/priorities. Elects managementcommittee. Exchange of experiences, views, perspectives.

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SOCIALIST FORUM

STATEMENT OF IDENTITY

Preamble

SF not a political party or seeking to replace party groupingswant to contribute to the development of ideas and build support for same.

WHAT ARE WE FOR?

Fair and just society that fosters participation, equity of access and democraticprocess.recognition that our society does not at present fit this description, and that changeto get closer to it is necessary.

Recognition that change is inevitable, though not always within our control, andthat we must engage and influence these processes. Belief that no single or rigidlyheld program or ideology can assist this-hence that constant discusson and attemptsto understand/analyse processes and implications are vital

effective and democratic change is both an individual and collective undertaking; itmust reflect popular aspiration

belief in effective participative structures to expand material and cultural choicesavailable to individuals and their ability to determine the quality and structure oftheir lives (in the workplace, the community,at home)

HOW DO WE DO IT?

Provide forums for focus on issuesInfonn, analyse and discuss issues of concern to the membershipfoster an environment of open and constructive debatehelp buUd a constituency around ideas··.. ·'I:l...T~ ~nG;:,~i,--:I·aj~ ro ,~-l'!i"'tlC~ ·'r-e i .. ~,·:.·-~OI"lal ul·l·i~rr-+~"'c·li·-cr and .=-rr...."'ec·Ll·':eness\..1 lJ~J\- .&. .. I. \ ... _LJ ltt...,j ...~ ..... _j_ ... U..l.L... L..l......... ~.....,. _ _ .'_~ ':'L..o.1.11 le' "" l

through information and discussionhave an elected management committee to help determine activities and provideguidance to our par-time administrator

HO\V TO GET Il'.TVOLVED

Join with $40.00 pa feeget newsletterattend functions that are advertised as one. wishes

2.

Bernie Taft reported on plans for a seminar titled "IsSocialism Finished?lt. Possibili ties for speakers v.rerecanvassed: further suggestions to be forwarded to Bernie.

It was suggested that Julie Copeland be invited to speak at,a session the changes in Eastern Europe. Bernie Taft to makethe approach.

David Atkin suggested that Patrick Troy and others be invitedto speak at an event on the urban environment, possibly in July.David to make inquiries re speakers and report to the nextmeeting.

It was suggested that the Topic of the Month for May bepublic transport, with Peter Parkinson and possibly Lecki Ord.Julia Gillard to ask Barbara Champion to approach Lecki Ord.Pier De Carlo and Bernie Taft to co-ordinate organisation.

Tony Nippard suggested a retrospective look at the VictorianGovernment's economic strategy with Peter Sheehan. Bernie Taftto ask Bruce Hartnett to approach Peter Sheehan.

5. Staffing

Mark Taft reported on Vernon Hughes' commencement at one daya week (Thursdays).

It was agreed to purchase a heater for the office.

6. Next Meeting

Wednesday 23 May, 8pm, 317 Barkly Street, Brunswick.

Thereafter, meetings will be on the 4th Wednesday of the month.

i.e. Wednesday 27 JuneWednesday 25 JulyWednesday 22 AugustWednesday 26 SeptemberWednesday 24 OctoberWednesday 28 November

SOCIALIST FORUM

3053

an orga·nisation of socialist activists

P.O. Box 1056 Car1ton

MINUTES OF THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING HELD ON WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 1987.

PRESENT: Ross Adamson, John Alford, Margaret Davies, Pier De Carlo, Peter Dyer,Lesley Ebbels, Liz Fyfe, Julia Gillard, Bruce Hartnett, Philip Hind,Jane Hollingshead, Vernon Hug1?-es, Gerry Kitchener, Max Lorkin, JohnMathews, Rivkah Mathews, Bette Moore, Phil O'Donoghue,'Max Ogden,Harry Parsons, Steve Prytz; Julia Pullen, Candy Strahan, Hal Swerissen,Bernie Taft, Mark Taft, Michael White, Lindsay '-loods and Trudy Wyse.

APOLCGIES: Arthur Apt~d, Mark Burford, Sara Olarlesworth, Dave Davies, Leigh Hocking,Sue Mathews, Gerard Mullaly, Elizabeth Parsons, Rob Reid Smith, LindaRubinstein, Meredith Sussex and Col Sutherland.

1. Adoption of 1986 minutes

'That the 1986 Annual General Meeting minutes be adopted.'P. Hind/M. Davies

2. Annual subscriptions

'That the annual subscription remain at forty dollars per annum (fifteen dollarsconcess ion). '

M. Taft/S. Prytz

3. Financial statements

'That the financial statement ·for the financial year July 1 i~86 to June 30 1987re adopted. '

M. Taft/J. Alford

4. Constitutional amendment

'That clause 16 (1) of the constitution be amended to read:"The Management Comnittee shall in each calendar year convene an Annual GeneralMeeting of the Socialist Fonnn to be held on a day or days in the months ofAugust, September, October or November." I

M. Taft/J. Gillard

5. Election of Management Comnittee

The returning officer, Margaret Davies, declared the. following -persons. elected tothe Management Committee: Dave Davies, Pier De Carlo, Julia Gillard, Bruce Hartnett,Jane Hollingshead, Vernon Hughes, John Mathews, Sue Mathews, Bette Moore, Max Ogden,Steve Prytz, Hal Swerissen, Mark Taft, Lindsay Woods and Trudy Wyse.

MINUTES OF THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEErING HELD ON WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 1988.

PRESENT: D. Atkin, J. Blackwell, S. Chapnan, D. Davies, M. Davies, H. Ergas,J. Gillard, P. Herington, L. Hocking, J. Hollingshead, G. Hudson,D. Kiers, J. Kiers, M. l..orkin, J. Mathews, B. Maore, M. Ogden,H. Parsons, K. Peake, S. Prytz, J. Reeves, M. Robertson, C. Sutherland,B. Taft, M. Taft, J. Taylor, B. Traill, R. Tregear, L. Woods, T. Wyse,H. Zirnmerman.

APOLOGIES: E. Chapman, P. De Carlo, E. Parsons.

1. Adoption of 1987 minutes

'That the 1987 Annual General Meeting minutes be adopted'L•. Woods/B. Moore

2. Annual subscriptions

'That the annual subscription remain at forty dollars per annum (fifteendollars concession)'

J. Hollingshead/M. Davies

3. Financial statements

'That the financial statement for the financial year July 1 1987 to Jtme 30 1988be adopted'

M. Taft/S. Prytz

4. Election of Management Committee

The returning officer, Margaret Davies, declared the following persons electedto the Management Corrmit tee: John Blackwell, Dave Davies, Pier De Carlo,Julia Gillard, Bruce Hartnett, Phillip Hind, Jane Hollingshead, John Mathews,Sue Mathews, Bette Moore, Tony Nippard, Steve Prytz, Hal Swerissen, Mark Taftand Lindsay Woods.

MINUTES OF 'mE ANNUAL GENERAL MEEl'ING HELD ON WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 28 1990

Present: J. Gillard (Chair), H. Parsons, E. Parsons, S.J. Chapnan,c. Sutherland, B. Maore, L. Woods, S. Mathews , K. Peake, D. Davies,B. Taft, M. Ogden, M. Davies, R. Adamson, V. Hughes (Minutes)

Apologies: D. De Carlo, M. Taft, S. Gottlib, S. Prytz, E. Chapnan, G. Hudson,L. Neville.

1. Adoption of 1989 minutes

''Ihat the 1989 Annual General Meeting minutes be adopted'.E. Parsons/B. Taft

2. Annual subscriptions

'That the annual subscription remain at forty dollars per annum(fifteen dollars concession'. E. Parsons/B. Maore

3. Public Officer

'That Julia Gillard be reappointed Public Officer'.M. Davies/D. Davies

4. Election of Management Conrnit tee

The returning officer, Margaret Davies, declared the following personselected to the' Management Coomittee: David Atkin, Sarah Jane Chapnan,Dave Davies, Pier De Carlo, Julia Gillard, Jane Hollingshead, VemonHughes, Sue Nathews, Bette Moore,. Elizabeth Parsons, Max Ogden, KenPeake, Steve Prytz, Bernie Taft, Mark Taft.