ACQ Vol 13 no 2 2011

Speech Pathology Australia

Advertising Booking deadlines November 2011 18 August 2011 March 2012

Level 2 / 11-19 Bank Place, Melbourne, Victoria 3000 T: 03 9642 4899 F: 03 9642 4922 Email: office@speechpathologyaustralia.org.au Website: www.speechpathologyaustralia.org.au ABN 17 008 393 440 ACN 008 393 440 Speech Pathology Australia Council Christine Stone President Gillian Dickman Vice President Operations Natalie Ellston Vice President Communications Roslyn Neilson Member Networks Penny Mogg Scientific Affairs & Continuing Professional Development Felicity Martin Practice, Workplace & Government – Communications Jennifer Moody Practice, Workplace & Government – Operations Meg Ledger Professional Standards Judith Rathmell Public Affairs ACQ Editors Marleen Westerveld and Kyriaki (Kerry) Ttofari Eecen c/- Speech Pathology Australia Editorial Committee

2 December 2011

July 2012

21 April 2012

Hotel Grand Chancellor, Hobart, Tasmania 24-27 June 2012 Key dates • 1 July 2011 Abstract submission available at www.speechpathologyaustralia. org.au Closing date for submission of papers, workshops and posters • 23 January 2012 – Authors notified of successful papers, workshops and posters Invitation & Call for Papers Communication is a natural and vital part of what makes us human – it is also at the core of the speech pathology profession. The beautiful natural environment of Tasmania will provide an inspiring backdrop to the theme – ‘ Communicate: Our natural state ’. We invite you to put forward papers, workshops and poster presentations from Friday 1 July 2011. We welcome submissions focussed on clinical innovation, service delivery models, scope of practice and extension of our knowledge base through research and experience. Come and communicate your stories, ideas and discoveries in a relaxed yet challenging environment. • 20 September 2011 –

Please contact Clemmie Wetherall at Speech Pathology Australia for advertising information. Acceptance of advertisements does not imply Speech Pathology Australia’s endorsement of the product or service. Although the Association reserves the right to reject advertising copy, it does not accept responsibility for the accuracy of statements by advertisers. Speech Pathology Australia will not publish advertisements that are inconsistent with its public image. Subscriptions Australian subscribers – $AUD88.00 (including GST). Overseas subscribers – $AUD109.00 (including postage and handling). No agency discounts. Reference This issue of ACQuiring Knowledge in Speech, Language and Hearing is cited as Volume 13, Number 2, 2011. Disclaimer To the best of The Speech Pathology Association of Australia Limited’s (“the Association”) knowledge, this information is valid at the time of publication. The Association makes no warranty or representation in relation to the content or accuracy of the material in this publication. The Association expressly disclaims any and all liability (including liability for negligence) in respect of use of the information provided. The Association recommends you seek independent professional advice prior to making any decision involving matters outlined in this publication. Back cover Photo by Henri J Eecen Copyright

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