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The QUT Community of Former Staff (CoFSQUT) is a way to reconnect former staff of the University and their colleagues who were on staff at the predecessor institutions such as BCAE, QIT, NBCAE, QTTC, KGTC, KPTC, KGCAE, CTC and BKTC.
Upcoming Events
Now for something completely different! How about joining us on a visit to the Australian Volunteer Coast Guard at Manly? Learn about the work of this fascinating volunteer group and take a look at their facilities and equipment. Then, if you wish, enjoy an early evening dinner at one of the nearby cafes on the Wynnum/Manly Esplanade overlooking Waterloo Bay.
On a daily basis the QF2 Brisbane Coast Guard monitors Moreton Bay, and looks after boaties who get into difficulty. Their duties also take them further afield, for instance they assisted in the Lockyer Valley during the 2011 floods.
Brisbane Coast Guard is a non-government funded organisation, which recently acquired a new vessel to add to its flotilla, the 10m former Brisbane Water Police vessel 'G J Olive', known as the fastest rescue vessel on Moreton Bay. The Coastguard volunteers are regularly called upon to assist with rapid response tasks, where a large and powerful vessel has to respond swiftly to emergency situations on Moreton Bay and far out to sea. We will be privileged to hear from them about this work.
We are lucky in having links with members of the Brisbane Coast Guard, who will host our visit. To acknowledge their assistance and to support their ongoing work, we propose a gold coin contribution from members on the day.
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Friday, 31st May 2013 |
Time: |
2:00pm |
| Transport: |
Manly Railway Station is a 15 minute walk
If you require transport, please let us know and we will try to arrange a pickup. |
Dining
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At one of the Cafes within walking distance of the Coast Guard. |
RSVP: |
This is a free event, but you must RSVP to attend.
alumni@qut.edu.au - Fax: 07 3138 1514 - Phone: 07 3138 1833
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Venue |
Australian Volunteer Coast Guard - Manly Flotilla
4 Trafalgar Street, Manly 4179 - via Fairley Crescent Manly
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Recent Events
Former Staff celebrated their 10th Anniversary at their Christmas Luncheon at '66 on Earnest Restaurant' South Brisbane.Professor Carol Dickenson, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic) gave a talk about recent developments at QUT. The event was a wonderful chance for CoFS members old and new to catch up with friends, talk over old times, reflect on happenings over the past 10 years, and celebrate the Festive Season.
For more Photos from the Christmas Luncheon, please click this link
Our Visit on September 28th 2012, was to the Queensland Maritime Museum at Southbank. Twenty five members were able to attend, and we split into two groups to be shown around by QMM volunteers, Milton and John. They ably chaperoned us through the museum building, notable for its model ships, timber boats, and historical displays. We then moved to the expansive open precinct where we were able to take pleasure in children enjoying 'Pirate week' frivolities, as we admired such vessels as the Queensland-built navy frigate Diamantina and Jessica Watson's Ella's Pink Lady. At the conclusion of a stimulating visit, most of us were able to proceed up to the nearby College of the Arts cafe and enjoy an alfresco lunch spread.
To download the above images, please visit: http://www.flickr.com/photos/qutalumni/sets/72157631695355695/
 COFS members recently attended an exclusive tour of the completed construction work at Gardens Point Campus and a view progress on the yet-to-be-completed work at the new Science and Engineering Centre (SEC). One of the pleasures of the tour was the visit to L Block for a last time before its demise. Whilst reviewing changes to the GP landscape, the visit also gives us an opportunity to visit new student laboratories and to witness demonstrations of some of the fancy new gizmos now in place. Please click on image for a larger view.
Current Committee Members
2012 Community of Former Staff Committee Members
- Dr Bob Smyth - Chair
- Ms Marie Sands - Secretary
- Mr Donald Chayter - Committee Member
- Ms Sauwan Chew - Committee Member
- Dr Garth Everson - Committee Member
- Adjunct Professor John Hornibrook - Committee Member
- Ms Ruth Hubbard - Committee Member
- Dr Michael Middleton - Committee Member
- Mr Jack Talty - Committee Member
About CoFSQUT
The chapter formed in 2002. Its aims and objectives are:
- to encourage ongoing fellowship and enjoyable social contact among former staff members
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- to
assist former staff who wish to give of their time and expertise
on projects supportive of QUT and its student
- to help former staff stay in contact with activities and developments at QUT.
An organising committee of former staff, both professional and academic, was formed with representatives from all campuses.
The Inaugural Launch was held on 30th October 2002 at the Royal on the Park in Brisbane, where the Chancellor and Vice-Chancellor addressed the new group.
About CoFSQUT Membership
Membership to the Community of Former Staff QUT chapter is free.
Membership Benefits
Our members receive exclusive invitations to CoFSQUT events, regular mailouts of QUT information and bi-annual copies of QUT Links the Alumni Magazine.
Eligible members may also request a QUT Alumni Card, entitling the holder to discounts at the QUT bookshops, discounts for library membership and other Alumni Benefits.
To be eligible for a QUT Alumni Card you must be an 'alumnus' of QUT.
For CoFSQUT members, this is any person who:
- is a graduate of QUT or one of its predecessor institutions;
- is a current or former member of QUT Council;
- was employed by the University for a continuous period of at least two years following the commencement of the QUT Alumni Statute 1999; and has advised the registrar that they wish to become a member of QUT Alumni.
If you have questions about your eligibility, please contact the Alumni Manager.
We are endeavouring to contact all former staff, and believe that current lists may not yet include all those who may be interested.
Download and complete the membership form (DOC,43KB), so we can ensure that all former staff are informed about opportunities to become involved in CoFSQUT events and other University activities.
This form can be returned by email, fax or post.
About CoFSQUT Functions
We usually hold three or four functions each year. These are primarily social occasions but often include tours and talks about QUT activities or involve talks by QUT Staff who are associated with the venues we visit. The functions involve refreshments or meals paid for by members on a cost recovery basis. Members are always invited to bring partners and guests.
Events from previous years
2012 Events
April
CoFS members attended an exclusive tour of the completed construction work at Gardens Point Campus adn a view progress on the yet-to-be-completed work at the new Science and Engineering Centre (SEC). One of the pleasures of the tour was the visit to L Block for a last time before its demise. Whilst reviewing changes to the GP landscape, the visit also gives us an opportunity to visit new student laboratories and to witness demonstrations of some of the fancy new gizmos now in place. Please click on image for a larger view.
2011 Events
April
Visit to the QUT research facility, MERF, a joint facility of IHBI and the Faculty of Built Environment and Engineering at the Prince Charles Hospital.
November
Annual End of Year Luncheon at COTAH Restaurant at Southbank TAFE. Professor Peter Little, Executive Dean Faculty of Business addressed the group & AGM.
2010 Events
November
Annual End of Year Luncheon at COTAH Restaurant at Southbank TAFE. Professor Peter Little, Executive Dean Faculty of Business addressed the group.
September
Visit to the QUT Health Clinics at Kelvin Grove. The clinics cover a variety of everyday vital health care issues: Optometry, Podiatry, Nutrition and Dietetics, Psychology and Counselling, Human Movement and Exercise, and Wound Healing. We were toured in a large group with a talk on the Clinics' operations by Clinic Manager, Allison Vautin.
July
Visit to St John's Cathedral. This was one of our most popular (54 members and guests) functions. Mr Michael Kennedy, the current Cathedral Architect, described the long history of the construction of the cathedral. This was followed by a tour of the cathedral where members could view the various aspects of the construction. Our team of photographers produced an excellent photo gallery, part of which you can view from the link below.
March
Visit to the Ocean View Estate Winery & Restaurant. The Ocean View Estate is located about 10km beyond Dayboro, between Dayboro and Mt Mee. The day included a tour of the winery, wine tasting and a gourmet lunch. View Event Photos
2009 Events
April
Visit to the newly renovated St Stephen's Cathedral. The tour included a talk and demonstration of the Cathedral's Organ by Dr Ralph Morton, the Cathedral's Director of Music and was followed by lunch at the Cathedral.
August
Theatre visit to the Gardens Theatre to watch the very entertaining drama students’ production of the Arabian Nights produced by Jennifer Flowers.
September
This tour of the Brisbane Airport was the highlight of our year. The tour was arranged by the Brisbane Airport Corporation and included presentations by Mr Stephen Goodwin, BAC general Manager of Operations, Professor Ashantha Goonetilleke, QUT Coordinator of BAC-based Research Studies and a talk about "Airports of the Future" by Clinton Fookes, Senior Research Fellow, Faculty of Built Environment and Engineering, QUT.
November
A pre-Christmas Luncheon at the
Southbank TAFE, COTAH Restaurant at which Simone Garske, Manager - Alumni and Development and Julie Mannion, Alumni Relations Manager from QUT International and Development addressed us. Photos are available to view online.
2008 Events
April
Visit to the Queensland Police Museum, which included a tour and a talk, followed by lunch at a nearby cafe.
June
Tour of the Institute of Health and Biomedical Innovation (IHBI) at Kelvin Grove. This very modern facility was described by Dr Colwell, who then introduced two young researchers who described their current work. Over lunch there was a short address by the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Peter Coaldrake.
November
Theatre night at the Gardens Theatre, Dance 2008. During the interval there was a talk by Executive Dean, Professor Sue Sweet from Creative Industries.
November
A pre-Christmas Luncheon at the
Southbank TAFE, COTAH Restaurant at which Simone Garske, Manager - Alumni and Development from QUT International and Development addressed us.
2007 Events:
April
Tour of the new State Library of Queensland. There we had an outstanding tour guide, Dr Mary Dickenson, a personal friend of CoFS member Dr Joan Godfrey. The tour was followed by lunch near the Gallery of Modern Art.
August
CoFSQUT members along with other friends of QUT were invited to the opening of the Gibson Room, a new function facility at QUT, named in honour of Professor Dennis Gibson.
November
Our tour of the Port of Brisbane was probably our most successful function to date. Brad Kitchen, the Environment Manager at the port gave an excellent presentation and was supported by Associate Professor Ashantha Goonetilleke from Engineering at QUT. Our AGM was held in association with this function.
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