For good reasons we have organised our academics and administrative units to be somewhat larger than before. This can be successful only if communication upwards and downwards engages everyone, especially more junior staff who are at the sharp end of our activities. The retreat was exceptionally positive and effective but we must extend the zone of interaction. Bids for the 'new blood' sesquicentenary lectureships have just come in from the three academic colleges. In due course we will welcome our first group of 15 fresh faces and we can be confident in offering an environment of stimulation and challenge.
People are, at last, no longer calling Sydney the sleeping giant.