Hi all, Here is a couple of welcome messages for you to read in preparation for writing your own. The welcome message will be one of the tasks we will do when I start doing some training with you. As the lists are all set up now this training can happen any time, can each of you give me a call on 3406 2755 (62755 internally) or email me to work out when, where etc. If possible I would like to do it in small groups, either here at Open Access Unit or at your place. I anticipate that we will do 1 to 2 hours then follow up to occur through this list. 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