This page contains older Staff communications. For notices dated 19 November 2019 or later browse the news and events hub on the Staff Intranet. Aspire Awards 2019 Funded by the Perth Convention Bureau under its Aspire Program, the Professional Development Awards consists of one $5,000 grant that will be presented to a Murdoch University staff member to assist in their personal and professional development through attendance at a relevant international conference in their chosen field of endeavour. The award covers air travel as well as accommodation and registration to a relevant conference to a maximum of $5,000. In the event that the successful applicant's organisation is not currently a member of their international body, the $5,000 award can contribute to the cost of their joining fee. Details of how to apply can be found here. Applications close Friday 29 March. If you have any queries, please contact Malcolm Farrell-Mitchell, Perth Convention Bureau, (08) 9218 2905, mfarrell-mitchell@pcb.com.au