ANSTO (Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation) is inviting its local community to share their views about its research, the replacement reactor, OPAL, and any other issue at the next independently facilitated Community Discussion, to be held at 5.45pm (for a 6.15 start) at Hazlehurst Gallery Gymea on Wednesday 15 March 2006.
"This discussion will provide an opportunity for ANSTO to listen to the community, present information and answer community questions on the subject of research at ANSTO, the current status of work on OPAL as well as other topics of interest to the community," said ANSTO Executive Director Dr Ian Smith.
"We know that many local residents would like to know more about ANSTO operations and its science," Dr Smith continued. "The Community Discussions are one of the means we are addressing this need."
Danna Vale Federal Member for Hughes said she supports the community initiative and encourages locals to attend.
"I believe this kind of open communication between ANSTO and the community is a good way to help us understand issues about which we may have questions," said Mrs Vale.
"ANSTO is showing a strong commitment to ensuring open and ongoing dialogue with our community. I encourage anyone interested in ANSTO, its science and the many industries it deals with to come along."
A brief presentation will be given on ANSTO’s world class neutron scattering facility.
Attendees will be able to ask any questions and raise any issues with ANSTO staff.
Published: 02/03/2006