ANSTO invites the local community to share its views with the organisation regarding its research, the replacement reactor, OPAL, and any other issues at the next independently facilitated Community Discussion, to be held at 5.45pm (for a 6.15 start) on Wednesday 26 October.
"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 presentation will be given by Chief of Research Dr George Collins, and Mr Greg Whitbourn, who heads the OPAL project. Attendees will be able to ask any questions and raise any issues with Dr Collins, Mr Whitbourn and other ANSTO staff.
Published: 07/10/2005