A Conference in Planning - NatStats Conference 08
The ABS is planning to host a conference in November 2008, to be called NatStats Conference 08. The conference will help connect users and producers of statistics from across government, public sector and academia and provide an opportunity to discuss strategies for measuring progress in Australian society and improving statistics for the nation. Professionals, researchers, policy makers, practitioners and academics will be invited to speak on topics relevant to the conference theme "Working together for a better informed and performed Australian Society".
Preliminary planning is underway. Subthemes and topics for the conference are being considered. Suggestions on topics or innovative case studies can be sent to inquiries@abs.gov.au or contact Mark Lound on (02) 6252 6325. Details of the conference will be available soon on the National Statistical Service website <www.nss.gov.au>.