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2014 B o o k o f t h e y e a r a w a r d s Best Books for Language and Literacy Development and the winners are...

Also inside The recommendations to government from the Senate Inquiry report

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National Office Level 2/11–19 Bank Place Melbourne VIC 3000 T 1300 368 835 F 03 9642 4922 E office@speechpathologyaustralia.org.au Chief Executive Officer Gail Mulcair T 03 9642 4899 E execassist@speechpathologyaustralia.org.au Speech Pathology Australia Board Deborah Theodoros – President

Highlights in this issue...

2014 B o o k o f t h e y e a r a w a r d s Best Books for Language and Literacy Development

Gaenor Dixon – Vice President Communications Robyn Stephen – Vice President Operations Tennille Burns – Director Belinda Hill – Director

B o o k o f t h e y e a r a w a r d s 2014 the winners

TheSpeechPathologyAustraliaBookof theYearAwards raiseawarenessof the role speechpathologists play inassistingpeopleofallages todevelop their languageand literacy skills.

the winners

Birth to 3 years I’m a Dirty Dinosaur

Brooke Sanderson – Director Asher Verheggen – Director

Birth to 3 years I’m aDirtyDinosaur offers such a funway to talk to little children aboutwhy they, aswell as littledinosaurs,mustwash.Thebook creates aperfect opportunity fordialoguebetweenparent and child. The text and illustrations oozewith fun anddemand tobe sharedwith a small child.A lovely repetitionofwords is enhancedby a choice ofdifferent sized and colouredprint. Thebook contains a tremendous use of repetition, rhyme and rhythm; and language thatmarrieswordswithmovement. The rhyming and rhythmof the language in thisbook encouragesphonological awareness.Repetition of the last verb in each verse, in colourful text, encourages children to ‘say it together’ and tobecome familiarwith the text. Thewords contain ‘difficult’blends such as ‘st’, ‘sn’, ‘sl’,whichprovidesgood oral and aural training. The text’s repetition encourages children to join in. With roundededges for younghandsandbeautiful illustrations thatbring thisbook to life, this isan ideal introduction to reading for ‘littlepeople’. I’m a Dirty Dinosaur Writtenby JaneenBrianandAnn James

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3 to 5 years A Swim in the Sea BySueWhiting andMeredithThomas

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A Swim in the Sea WrittenbySueWhitingandMeredithThomas

5 to 8 years Silver Buttons Writtenand Illustrated byBobGraham

3 to 5 years

“Bruno has neverbeen to thebeachbefore.And he can’twait.He isgoing for a swim in the sea – thebigblue sea!”Bruno’s first trip to the sea is fullof adventure, excitement,misgivings and new experiences.The languageof ASwim in theSea isbeautifullydescriptive and thepictures draw the reader inbymatching the actionwith the story. The use of onomatopoeia adds a level of texture to the story and ensures thebook appeals toboth adults and children alike. Children readily identifywith the characters and relate to their experiences and emotions.The story has a strong narrative format and comes to life through imaginative ideas and strongdescriptive language. Thebook’swonderfulpictures connect the storywith the characters. Thisbook and its story are ideal for any child about to commence school.

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8 to 10 years The Adventures of

Sir Roderick the Not-Very Brave By JamesO’Loghlin

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Silver Buttons Writtenand illustratedbyBobGraham

5 to 8 years

SilverButtons is a gentle narrative that impacts on all readers. Thebook has a lovelyquiet steady rhythm throughout.The language on each page is simple,with the illustrations allowing furtherdiscussion about thepeople and community around the characters. SilverButtons has adefinitivebeginning,middle and end that encourages strongpredictive andproblem solving skills for its young readers. It has characters that children are able to identifywith, aswell asdiverse characters from thewider community.Thebook’s language is age appropriate anddescriptivewithoutbeing too complex. Pictures anddescriptive text illustrate all thatmight happen in amoment, encouraging readers to explorepossibilities. Thebook’swonderful illustrationsprovide awealthofopportunity for furtherdiscussion and oral languagedevelopment. SilverButtons is engagingbecause it has universal appeal forboth adults and children. 2014 Book of the year Your post r and bookmark included in the October mailout!

Deadly D & Justice Jones –Making the Team ByScottPrince andDaveHartley indigenous children

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Thisbook has a highly engaging tone and a narrative thatmakes it hard toputdown. The characters arewelldeveloped and easy for children to identify with. TheAdventures ofSirRoderick theNot-VeryBrave is a fantasybook and long at378pages.But theplot’s twists and turns keep the reader enthralled throughout. The character of ‘SirRoderick’ is funny, age appropriate, and takes the readeron hispersonal journey.Boys andgirls alikewill relate to him andput themselves in his shoes,while enjoying the journey. Thebook conjures upwonderful imagery andprovides some challenging vocabulary to extend any young reader.The story allows the reader to explore the theme of family ties and secrets against a humorousbackdrop. 8 to 10 years The Adventures of Sir Roderick the Not-Very Brave Writtenby JamesO’Loghlin

Page 4: Senate inquiry The Senate Inquiry report was tabled in Parliament (Senator Claire Moore pictured) and this issue of Speak Out outlines the resulting recommendations.

Deadly D & Justice Jones – Making the Team WrittenbyScottPrinceandDaveHartley

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DeadlyD& Justice Jones is abeautifullywrittenbookwith engaging illustrations.Thebook’s language isperfectly suited for its intended audience (teenage indigenousmales) and this is reflected in its use of age appropriate slang, indigenous specific vocabulary and lingo. The realistic language is both engaging and humorous. DeadlyD& Justice Jones stronglypromotes indigenous culture in a youth-friendly layout. Thebook addresses important issues for its intended audience, including identity and culturaldifferences,bullying, friendship,moving to a new school, and the importanceof teamwork. Family links and geographical references also feature strongly in the narrative. Thebook’s short chapters help to keep the storymoving at a goodpace.

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contents 3 From the President 4 Association News • Senate Inquiry recommendations

10 Book of the Year Awards 2014 12 Speech Pathology Week 2014: Nation for Communication

13 2015 National Conference

• IJSLP Impact Factor rise • EOIs Literacy Clinical Guideline • SPA Board nominations • August Board meeting • Speech Pathology and Mental Health • 2015 Member Renewals • CPSP update • Change of JCPSLP Editorship

14 National CPD update 18 Professional Practice News Advertising & SPA’s Code of Ethics 20 Branch Pages:

• New South Wales • Northern Territory • Queensland • Tasmania • Victoria • Western Australia

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From the President

Welcome to the October edition of Speak Out . This edition showcases important milestones for the Association and the profession, and the intense activity of members across the country during Speech Pathology Week.

By now you will all be aware that the Senate Community Affairs References Committee has released its report following the National Inquiry into the prevalence of speech, language and swallowing disorders and speech pathology services across Australia. Included in this report were ten recommendations which have been summarised in this edition of Speak Out . Chair of the Committee, Senator Rachel Siewert, tabled this report in Parliament on 2 September with half an hour of affirmation of the importance of the Inquiry and the recommendations from fellow Senators. I am sure that those of you who listened to the speeches made by Senators about this report will agree that our profession was showcased in Parliament, and clearly held in the highest esteem by the Senators on the Committee. As a profession we must be justifiably proud of what has been achieved to date. Of course this report merely sets the stage for ongoing lobbying and activity to ensure that these recommendations come to fruition. We now await a response from the Federal government to this report. Thank you all for your enthusiasm, dedication, and contribution, and I look forward to working with you through the Association to ensure that we achieve some concrete outcomes. Speech Pathology Week has once again been a huge success with considerable activity occurring across the country to promote the Nation for Communication theme. One of the highlights of SPWeek included the launch of the Communication Matters video which aimed to raise awareness of communication impairment in residential aged care settings. I strongly advise all members to view this sensitive and powerful video. Not only is it an excellent resource for raising awareness of communication impairment in residential aged care settings but it is also a wonderful example of the impact of communication on everyone’s life. Congratulations must go to the Western Australian Branch members involved in the creation of this video – Jade Cartwright, Asher Verheggen, Ashleigh Pascoe, Gerri Harris, Virginia Paradiso, Alana Watts, and Marguerite Maggiore – for their vision and commitment to developing such an impressive resource.

Our speech pathology students again played a significant role in SPWeek with activities to raise awareness of communication impairment within their respective communities. Thank you all – the future of the profession is in good hands! The Book of the Year winners have been decided! This edition of Speak Out lists the winners in each of the five categories, ranging from a book about a ‘dirty dinosaur’ to one designed to engage male teenage indigenous readers. Congratulations to all the winners and sincere thanks to our judges. The winners will be formally announced on 14 October at the annual awards ceremony. Another achievement for the Association has been the recent elevation of our International Journal of Speech-Language Pathology ( IJSLP ) to 4th position on the list of 11 speech pathology journals in the field of Rehabilitation around the world. The impact factor of IJSLP has increased from 1.176 to 1.412 over the last year, reflecting growth in the number of articles in the journal being cited by researchers. This upward trend in the standing of the journal is an important achievement and our thanks must go to the immediate past editor, Professor Sharynne McLeod, for her leadership of the journal during this period. We look forward to this continuing trend under the new editorship of Associate Professor Kirrie Ballard and her team. A sincere thank you to the outgoing editors of the Journal of Clinical Practice in Speech- Language Pathology ( JCPSLP ), Jane McCormack and Anna Copley, for their stewardship of this journal. We welcome David Trembath as the new editor of the journal. The organisation of the 2015 National Conference is now well underway. The Conference Planning Committee has advised that the abstracts of the Keynote and Invited speakers are now available on the Conference website. All other abstracts are currently under review, and authors will be advised of their acceptance in early November 2014.

Another busy period and more to come!

Deborah Theodoros National President

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The Senate Inquiry Recommendations – Government Action Required!

“In June 2011, the Speech Pathology Australia National President Ms Christine Stone first contacted the Community Affairs References Committee. At that time, there was a request for more consideration of the need for speech pathology services across Australia. There was also a desperate plea for coordinated research into the need and location of speech therapy services so that our country can respond with an effective plan to address that need and to ensure that we maintain the highest quality of speech pathology in our nation. I want to put on record my absolute admiration of and appreciation for the tenacious efforts of SPA, who never let up. From June 2011 to when we finally got this inquiry on the road in December 2013, there was regular contact. Case studies and information were forwarded by SPA to reassure the committee that there was a need for this work and also to highlight the professional qualities of the industry in Australia. Through the committee, we saw the fruits of that work. Over the period of the hearings, we saw the lifelong impact of the need for communication.” Senator Claire Moore speaking of the Committee’s report in the Australian Senate on 2 September 2014 The Senate Community Affairs Reference Committee’s final report for the inquiry into the prevalence of different types of speech, language and communication disorders and speech pathology services in Australia was tabled in Parliament on 2 September 2014. For 35 minutes, communication impairment and the value of speech pathology were centre stage in our national Parliament as Senators spoke to the importance of the inquiry and the recommendations they made. The Committee made ten detailed recommendations – which direct government to progress work that will provide for better planning and access to speech pathology services in Australia.

Recommendations for government include:

Work to be undertaken to improve the availability of

53 2 4 The current service delivery model for speech pathology services in aged care residential homes is reconsidered as part of the federal government’s ongoing aged care reforms Mapping of language support services across Australia against the Australian Early Development Index information about vulnerable children The impact of the National Disability Insurance Scheme on the demand and supply of speech pathology services is investigated An immediate audit of the current speech pathology services for children in Australia

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4 Speak Out October 2014 7 9 8 10 6 A strategy be developed to broaden the opportunities for speech pathology students to undertake clinical placements that satisfy the competency based occupational standards The most effective models of speech pathology services be described for: a) Early childhood intervention services b) The educational system c) The justice system d) The health system e) The residential aged care environment An investigation into the geographical and demographic clustering of speech pathology services in Australia with a focus on new graduate positions and opportunities A study of the costs and benefits of public funding of speech pathology positions and various service delivery models on individuals, the speech pathology profession and the Australian community Government at all levels work to develop policies that acknowledge and recognise the need to increase access to speech pathology services for people with speech and language disorders Speech Pathology Australia

It is vitally important that federal, state and territory governments positively respond to these recommendations. To this end, Speech Pathology Australia is seeking meetings with key Ministers in health, aged care, disability, education and justice in federal, state and territory governments to discuss how these recommendations can be advanced. The full Committee report can be found online at http://www.aph.gov.au/ Parliamentary_Business/Committees/ Senate/Community_Affairs/Speech_ Pathology/Report .

“…Before I start on outlining some of those recommendations and our findings, I want to make sure that I have time to acknowledge the work that Speech Pathology Australia has put into this inquiry and thank the many professionals in the speech pathology area that we spoke to, parents, older people and people suffering from aphasia who contributed, making sure that we had full access to information.” Senator Rachel Siewert, Chair of the Community Affairs Reference Committee when tabling the report in Parliament, 2 September 2014

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A Message from SPA President Professor Deb Theodoros

Our profession was showcased in Parliament and there is no doubt that we should be proud of the accolades we have received from the Senators. The recommendations are thorough and insightful and I believe they have captured the general essence of what SPA and its members have been advocating for over an extended period of time. The voice of all those we work with and advocate for has finally been heard! I would like to congratulate Gail Mulcair and her extraordinary team at National Office who worked so hard in lobbying for this Inquiry and in producing an exceptional submission in a very short period of time. I know that the Committee valued

this submission greatly, as well as the additional data and information provided to them during the process. I would also like to acknowledge Chris Stone for her leadership as past President of SPA and previous members of the Board in ensuring that this Inquiry happened. A perfect example of dogged persistence winning out in the end. Finally, I would like to thank all members of our profession who contributed to this Inquiry as well those on the ground who have supported this process for a considerable period of time.

Now the work really begins!

IJSLP continues to rise in its international standing

The recently released 2013 Impact Factor for the International Journal of Speech-Language Pathology ( IJSLP ) of 1.412 continues to reflect a strong upward trend, rising from the previous year’s 1.176. The Impact Factor for IJSLP has continued to rise each year: 1.412 (2013), 1.176 (2012), 1.000 (2011), 1.120 (2010), and is now

The Impact Factor of a journal reflects the number of times articles in the journal are being cited and is an objective estimate of the journal’s standing. We extend special thanks to Professor Sharynne McLeod who was Editor over this period and who worked tirelessly to promote the journal. Congratulations to Sharynne, the present Editor, Associate Professor Kirrie Ballard, and the Executive Board of the IJSLP journal for continuing to drive a highly valued and internationally recognised publication for the profession.

ranked 4th of the 11 speech pathology specific journals, up from 6th in the previous year. Additionally, IJSLP is now ranked 24th out of 69 journals within the ISI Rehabilitation category.

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Call for SPA Board nominations Speech Pathology Australia’s Board of Directors are responsible for the strategic development, implementation and evaluation of the Association’s policies and procedures within the rules of the Constitution. Three Directors are elected to the Office Bearer positions of President, Vice President Operations (VPO) and Vice President Communication (VPC), which forms the Board Management Group (BMG). Under the revised Constitution Board nominations are currently being sought for four positions. Directors hold major responsibility within the Association and as such, many Directors have never previously undertaken a role with similar legal, financial and strategic management responsibilities. Every possible support and assistance is provided by experienced Directors, especially members of the Board Management Group, the Chief Executive Officer and National Office staff. This key leadership role offers a wonderful opportunity to develop new skills and contribute significantly to the strategic direction of the Association and the speech pathology profession. Directors are required to attend four Board meetings each year. Board nomination forms and an information package are available on the SPA website . Each nomination must address key selection criteria and completed nomination forms must be received at National Office by Friday 30 January 2015 . The appointments will be effective from the 2015 Annual General Meeting in May for a period of two years. Any voting member is encouraged to nominate, while retiring Directors are eligible to renominate. Elections will be held if more than three nominations are received. For further information, please see the Director Position Description, contained within the Policy and Procedures Manual, available on the SPA website or contact a current Director, or Gail Mulcair (Chief Executive Officer) by phoning 03 9642 4899.

Expressions of Interest (EOI) Project Officer – Literacy Clinical Guideline The role involves developing a clinical guideline on behalf of Speech Pathology Australia on the evidence for speech pathology services to promote development of literacy. Acquired literacy disorders are outside the scope of this clinical guideline. This clinical guideline will provide guidance to speech pathologists, employers, consumers, policymakers and professionals about the critical role of speech pathologists in prevention and intervention for literacy difficulties. The clinical guideline will discuss the current evidence for speech pathology services in the field of literacy. This clinical guideline will enrich and complement the existing position statement on Literacy. Interested members should submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) to the Senior Advisor Professional Standards (Stacey Baldac) by 7 November 2014 . Stacey is available to answer queries and provide the project brief to members. The written EOI should include the following: • Curriculum Vitae • Statement against Key Selection Criteria (available in the Project Brief from the Senior Advisor Private Practice) • An example of the applicant’s professional writing skills • The names of two referees For further information or enquiries regarding the above position, please contact Stacey Baldac by email: saps@ speechpathologyaustralia.org.au or by phone on 03 9642 4899 .

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Speech Pathology and Mental Health – talking mental health

August 2014 Board Meeting Report The third Board meeting for 2014 was held on Friday 22 and Saturday 23 August 2014. The meeting was preceded by Board Governance Training, facilitated by Allen Blewitt, Managing Director, Allen Blewitt & Associates Pty Ltd. The training provided new Directors with an insight into Board Governance, while extending the understanding and knowledge of standing Directors. Some highlights from the meeting include: • Jade Cartwright was invited to present the 2015 National Tour . • The Board agreed to actively pursue inclusion within the National Registration and Accreditation Scheme , with a further submission to be prepared for consideration within the upcoming review. • A comprehensive report on the Disability Project , undertaken by Project Officer C Olsson, was reviewed by the Board, with extremely positive feedback provided. This project has subsequently been extended. • The Bachelor of Applied Science (Speech Pathology) and Master of Speech Language Pathology programs at the University of Sydney were granted accreditation , against CBOS 2011, for a period of five years. • A new policy Code of Ethics – Advertising was approved by the Board, in addition to a number of minor changes to existing policies. Revised policies will be made available on the website. The next Board meeting will be held on 14–15 November 2014 and will include approval of the 2015 budget. • The Board was provided with a preliminary internal report on the Senate Inquiry and associated hearings .

Speech Pathology Australia members Mary Woodward and Natalie Albores with Rebecca Halpin (centre), Mental Health Advisor to the Hon Peter Dutton.

Speech Pathology Australia , in collaboration with key members with expertise in the field, has recently held a number of high-level meetings with government officers with regards to the essential role of speech pathologists in mental health services. Reinforcing the strong comorbidity of communication and swallowing difficulties and mental illness, we have aimed to highlight the importance of speech pathologists as part of mental health teams within adult mental health settings, child and adolescent (youth) mental health services, and within the community. While the Senate Inquiry and ICP2014 activities have been a backdrop to these meetings, the focus of the meetings at this time is a current review of mental health programs and services being conducted by the National Mental Health Commission (NHMC). A report is due on 30 November and findings are likely to articulate into the National Mental Health Strategy and future versions of the National Mental Health Plan. Meetings to date include the following: Dr Bennie Ng , Senior Health Advisor to the Hon Tony Abbott, Prime Minister Rebecca Halpin , Mental Health Advisor to the Hon Peter Dutton, Minister of Health John Feneley , Commissioner of NSW Mental Health Commission David Butt , CEO, National Mental Health Commission. Members with extensive experience in mental health practice – Mary Woodward, Natalie Albores and Narelle Anger – attended these meetings alongside Gail Mulcair, CEO, Speech Pathology Australia. Their experience and knowledge of the communication and dysphagia difficulties of individuals with a range of mental illnesses, and the significant gaps in providing speech pathology services to this population, was invaluable in advocating for improved access to speech pathology across Australia. In several meetings, the link with justice services was also clearly made and the need for speech pathology in working with young offenders, and at other points across the justice system, reinforced. Continued lobbying will occur and an update on the outcomes of the NHMC Review of Mental Health Services and Programs will be communicated to members later this year.

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Reminder: 2015 Member Renewals

This is a reminder to members to look out for your 2015 membership renewals due to be posted to you late November. Please be aware that 2015 renewals will be by credit card payment online and direct debit only . You will be required to enter your PSR points during the renewal process. We would encourage you to use the opportunity to confirm your current postal and practice details, as having this

information up-to-date assists the Association in its lobbying and advocacy, and for those who wish to appear on the Find A Speech Pathologist Search, it provides the public with accurate information. Should you have any membership queries please contact the Association on 1300 368 835 or membership@ speechpathologyaustralia.org.au . Marni Bradley Manager, Member Services & Operations

completing online SPA resources on Evidence-Based Practice and Ethics Education. What will the time frame be? • End-of-year graduates can move to full Certified Practising status in the first renewal year after their upgrade or joining as a Certified Practising member following completion of Provisional CPSP year requirements. • For mid-year graduates, Provisional CPSP will be offered and they will be granted an extension to have 18 months to move to full CPSP status. This complies with MRA requirements that full CPSP status cannot be acquired before at least 12 months post-course completion.

• Sufficient professional development to meet the annual requirements of the Professional Self Regulation program. • Earning at least the ceiling level for activity types of 12 points per annum points in the PSR activity type ‘Mentoring, peer support, clinical supervision’ (Code M), thereby needing to achieve an average minimum of 1 hour per month in a calendar year. The activity type ‘Mentoring, peer support, clinical supervision’ (Code M) includes the following activities: Supervision involves regular meetings between a senior and junior clinician with an emphasis on clinical accountability and skill development of the junior speech pathologist. Mentoring relationships are directed by the needs of the mentee in order to develop clinical, professional and personal skills through reflective practice and support from the more experienced mentor/speech pathologist. Peer support involves mutual support, guidance and sharing of information and resources between similarly experienced speech pathologists. Contact can be via direct contact, email, phone or video link-up, and 1:1 or small group. All members participating in these relationships are entitled to 1 point per hour of contact. and; • Additional training in core areas related to professional practice by

Provisional CPSP Information for New Graduates as of 2015 As of 2015, new graduate speech pathologists will be able to earn Provisional CPSP in their first year of joining or renewing as a Practising member. This is predicated on the member signing their renewal form which includes an agreement to undertake a minimal level of clinical supervision, and undertake professional development, as part of the Professional Self Regulation program. As of 2016 CPSP status – full and provisional – will be deemed as the requirement to be considered a Practising member for Medicare Provider Number and Health Funds. Information will be mailed out soon to final year Student Members and Universities. What will this involve? When new graduates are upgrading from SPA Student membership or joining as a Practising member in their first year of practice, the member declaration for new graduates to sign/ agree to in their first year of practice includes a statement that they are granted Provisional CPSP status on the basis that they are obligated to undertake activities as required to move to full CPSP status when they renew as a Certified Practising member at the first renewal period after they have completed all requirements. In being conferred with Provisional CPSP status, these members are obligated to undertake the following:

For more details please go to the SPA website and log in as a member, then to Information for Members > Professional Self Regulation (PSR) .

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Change of editors – Journal of Clinical Practice in Speech-Language Pathology (JCPSLP)

It’s hard to believe that two years and six editions have passed since we took over as editors of the Journal of Clinical Practice in Speech-Language Pathology ( JCPSLP ) from Marleen Westerveld and Kerry Ttofari Eecen. What big shoes to fill! While we knew that the editing role would provide a great learning and professional development experience, we realise on reflection just how much we have gained from this role and thank SPA for providing us with the opportunity. We have read widely and learned much, with submitted

and Natalie Ciccone; the Publications Officer at SPA, Lana Busby; and our editing and desktop publishing team, Carla Taines and Bruce Godden, for their ongoing support, time, input and patience as we completed our role as editors. Their contribution to each issue was invaluable. Although we will be sad to finish our editing role with JCPSLP in November this year, we are excited to hand over the editing reins to David Trembath, and we look forward to reading the fantastic issues he will oversee in 2015/16.

From left: SPA wishes to thank retiring JCPSLP editors Anna Copley and Jane McCormack, and welcomes incoming editor David Trembath.

and interventions, clinical education, interprofessional practice and education, translating research into practice, and policy implications across the speech pathology scope of practice.

many authors, reviewers, our editorial committee, the editors of other SPA publications, and the publication team at National Office. We would like to thank our editorial committee, specifically Deborah Hersh, Jade Cartwright, David Trembath, Samantha Turner, Elizabeth Lee,

papers covering topics as diverse as computer- assisted assessments

anna copley & jane mccormack JCPSLP Editors

We have had the pleasure of working closely with

spotlight on professional support Mentoring update Thirty mentoring partnerships have been

colleague. Go to the aforementioned link and follow the steps to registering as a mentee. External Supervision Thanks to those of you who have registered expressions of interest in providing paid external supervision. We will continue to maintain and expand this register. If you are currently employed as a speech pathologist and your employer does not provide you with regular clinical supervision, the Association encourages you to negotiate a means of receiving regular clinical supervision with your employer. This may involve paying an external supervisor for regular clinical supervision. For details of speech pathologists who have expressed interest in providing external supervision please contact Meredith Prain at psa@ speechpathologyaustralia.org.au .

New Association documents –

Professional Support The Association has been working on revising the position statement – The role and value of professional support, and a set of Supervision Standards. These documents will be released soon so please keep an eye out for notices announcing their release. Supervision agreements, record keeping templates and other documents to support the provision of clinical supervision are also being developed. For any queries regarding professional support – supervision and mentoring – please don’t hesitate to get in touch via psa@speechpathologyaustralia.org.au .

established since the launch of the revised mentoring program earlier this year. While we currently have 12 unmatched mentors registered, there is an ongoing need for mentors to register throughout the year as new mentees enter the program at all times of the year. We currently have no available mentors registered in Victoria and very few registered in NSW, so if you have approximately one hour a month available to support a less experienced colleague, please consider registering at http://www. speechpathologyaustralia.org.au/ information-for-members/mentoring- program . This is also the site to go to if you feel you could benefit from some additional support from a more experienced

Meredith Prain Professional Support Advisor

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2014 book of the year

2014 B o o k o f t h e y e a r a w a r d s Best Books for Language and Literacy Development

The Speech Pathology Australia Book of the Year Awards raise awareness of the role speech pathologists play in assisting people of all ages to develop their language and literacy skills. The wi nners birth to 3 years I’m a Dirty Dinosaur Written by Janeen Brian and Ann James

I’m a Dirty Dinosaur offers such a fun way to talk to little children about why they, as well as little dinosaurs, must wash. The book creates a perfect opportunity for dialogue between parent and child. The text and illustrations ooze with fun and demand to be shared with a small child. A lovely repetition of words is enhanced by a choice of different sized and coloured print. The book contains a tremendous use of repetition, rhyme and rhythm; and language that marries words with movement. The rhyming and rhythm of the language in this book encourages phonological awareness. Repetition of the last verb in each verse, in colourful text, encourages children to ‘say it together’ and to become familiar with the text. The words contain ‘difficult’ blends such as ‘st’, ‘sn’, ‘sl’, which provides good oral and aural training. The text’s repetition encourages children to join in. With rounded edges for young hands and beautiful illustrations that bring this book to life, this is an ideal introduction to reading for ‘little people’.

“Bruno has never been to the beach before. And he can’t wait. He is going for a swim in the sea – the big blue sea!” Bruno’s first trip to the sea is full of adventure, excitement, misgivings and new experiences. The language of A Swim in the Sea is beautifully descriptive and the pictures draw the reader in by matching the action with the story. The use of onomatopoeia adds a level of texture to the story and ensures the book appeals to both adults and children alike. Children readily identify with the characters and relate to their experiences and emotions. The story has a strong narrative format and comes to life through imaginative ideas and strong descriptive language. The book’s wonderful pictures connect the story with the characters. This book and its story are ideal for any child about to commence school. 3 to 5 years A Swim in the Sea Written by Sue Whiting and Meredith Thomas

Silver Buttons is a gentle narrative that impacts on all readers. The book has a lovely quiet, steady rhythm throughout. The language on each page is simple, with the illustrations allowing further discussion about the people and community around the characters. Silver Buttons has a definitive beginning, middle and end that encourages strong predictive and problem solving skills for its young readers. It has characters that children are able to identify with, as well as diverse characters from the wider community. The book’s language is age appropriate and descriptive without being too complex. Pictures and descriptive text illustrate all that might happen in a moment, encouraging readers to explore possibilities. The book’s wonderful illustrations provide a wealth of opportunity for further discussion and oral language development. Silver Buttons is engaging because it has universal appeal for both adults and children. 5 to 8 years Silver Buttons Written and illustrated by Bob Graham

The Adventures of Sir Roderick the Not-Very Brave Written by James O’Loghlin

8 to 10 years

This book has a highly engaging tone and a narrative that makes it hard to put down. The characters are well developed and easy for children to identify with. The Adventures of Sir Roderick the Not-Very Brave is a fantasy book and long at 378 pages. But the plot’s twists and turns keep the reader enthralled throughout. The character of ‘Sir Roderick’ is funny, age appropriate, and takes the reader on his personal journey. Boys and girls alike will relate to him and put themselves in his shoes, while enjoying the journey. The book conjures up wonderful imagery and provides some challenging vocabulary to extend any young reader. The story allows the reader to explore the theme of family ties and secrets against a humorous backdrop.

Deadly D & Justice Jones is a beautifully written book with engaging illustrations. The book’s language is perfectly suited for its intended audience (teenage indigenous males) and this is reflected in its use of age appropriate slang, indigenous specific vocabulary and lingo. The realistic language is both engaging and humorous. Deadly D & Justice Jones strongly promotes indigenous culture in a youth-friendly layout. The book addresses important issues for its intended audience, including identity and cultural differences, bullying, friendship, moving to a new school, and the importance of team work. Family links and geographical references also feature strongly in the narrative. The book’s short chapters help to keep the story moving at a good pace. indigenous children Deadly D & Justice Jones – Making the Team Written by Scott Prince and Dave Hartley

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The shortlisted books for the 2014 Book of the Year Awards.

A VERY BIG THANK YOU to all the judges of this year’s Book of the Year. Without the judges there would be no Book of the Year Awards. The time and effort taken by them to read the books, and then to prioritise and pass comment on the best ones, is substantial. The judges have now made their decisions and as they say, ‘there can only be one winner’. Well, strictly speaking, there are actually five winners – one in each of the five categories. Feedback from the judges is that the standard across the 42 books shortlisted for judging was extremely high. Congratulations again to all the authors and illustrators who had a book shortlisted. Details of the shortlisted books can be found on the Book of the Year webpage . The winners of the Book of the Year are to be formally announced on Tuesday, 14 October. Until then, please keep the winners a secret! Everyone can help celebrate the Book of Year Awards and the winning books. You can do this by recommending the winning titles to parents and educators, displaying the Book of the Year poster in your workplace, and talking to your local library about promoting the awards and the winning books. You will also find a ‘template’ press release on the SPA website to assist you in promoting the Book of the Year Awards with your local media. Find a local angle and tie the media release in with your local story. If you need ideas or assistance please don’t hesitate to contact Michael Kerrisk, Communications and Marketing Manager, at marketing@ speechpathologyaustralia.org.au . MICHAEL KERRISK Communications and Marketing Manager

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speech pathology week 2014

Thank you all! SPWeek 2014 24–30 August

However you measure success there is little doubt that Speech Pathology Week in 2014 has been a great success. Thanks to the tireless efforts and enthusiasm of countless SPA members. Reading through the local media that has been generated, looking at the huge number of photographs sent in for our Facebook page, and talking with members at various events, it is clear that members embraced Speech Pathology Week in 2014. The multitude of photographs sent in show a very active membership. The photographs show members establishing displays in libraries, signing the ICP2014 Pledge, being photographed with the Nation for Communication bubble, and challenging the public to think and talk about the importance of communication as a basic human right. Make sure you check out the Facebook page and Branch pages in this issue of Speak Out to see what your local colleagues were up to! Thank you to everyone who took part. If you have any ideas about making the week better and more effective please don’t hesitate to contact me. Michael Kerrisk Communications and Marketing Manager marketing@speechpathologyaustralia.org.au

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2015 national conference news

17–20 May 2015 National Convention Centre, Canberra, Australia

would benefit themselves and members from participating. Please visit www. speechpathologyaustralia.org.au and 2015 National Conference for full details. The CPC is pleased to announce the following companies who have already taken stands at the Conference: Flavour Creations, Multimedia Speech Pathology, Pearson Clinical Assessment, Precise, Pro- Ed Australia, ReadingDoctor, Sandpiper Publications and Wise Words Australia. The CPC would also like to welcome the new sponsors:

The 2015 Conference Planning Committee (CPC) is pleased to advise that the abstracts of the Keynote and Invited speaker’s Masterclass, Keynote address and Seminar are available from the Conference website. Call for Papers The closing date has passed and the reviewers are busy grading each abstract. The CPC would like to thank everyone who submitted an abstract and every effort will be made to include as many as possible into the Conference program. Authors of abstracts accepted into the Conference program will be contacted in early November 2014 and asked to confirm their participation. Welcome Reception: National Arboretum Canberra and Bonsai Deck When Walter Burley Griffin designed Canberra he envisaged, as part of the design, a continental arboretum; a place that would showcase iconic trees from all over the world. Today, the National Arboretum Canberra features 100 forests of rare and symbolic trees from Australia and around the world, and spreads over 250 hectares. Finger food and drinks will be served, plus the opportunity to network informally with fellow delegates, sponsors and exhibitors. The winner of the National Gallery of Australia ‘gift voucher’ will be drawn on Sunday during the Pre- Registration, so please ensure you are in attendance. Starting from 1 October, each issue of Event e-News leading up to the Conference will include a ‘question’ and lucky members who answer the question correctly will go into the draw to win the ‘Gift Voucher’. Sponsorship & Exhibition The Sponsorship & Exhibition Invitation is now available and members are asked to advise the National Conference Manager details of companies they consider

Guild Insurance has confirmed the sponsorship of the Conference Dinner;

and Olympus Australia has confirmed the sponsorship of the Online Registration Brochure. Accommodation SPA has appointed PR Conference Consultants to manage the accommodation requirements for the 2015 Conference delegates. Details regarding the accommodation options will be available from the Conference website shortly. Due to the various airlines, discounted fares and private company arrangements, SPA has decided to allow Conference delegates to make their own travel arrangements and pre/post Conference tours. We are currently working with a local company regarding discounted coach transfers from Canberra Airport to local hotels. Further information will be advised shortly. Felicity Martin 2015 Conference Convenor Pamela Richards National Conference Manager

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continuing professional development news

National Office has a 1300 368 835 number to support members within Australia to have equity in phoning National Office for the cost of a local call. When phoning about CPD, please have your SPA member number ready to help us assist you as efficiently as possible.

SPA Members: If you are registering for CPD Events, you will need to log on using your SPA username and password. As a SPA member, please do not create a new account or you will not be recognised as a current member and your fee will appear at Non Member rates. (Only non-SPA members who do not have a SPA account, need to go to Create Account to proceed with registration.)

We've made the Upcoming SPA Events webpage easier to read at a glance... The coloured buttons have been added for ‘at a glance’ information: the green button shows the event is still open for registration; the orange button denotes an online CPDLive event; the red button shows that registration has closed (1 week before the event); and the blue button indicates the event has sold out.

SPA is offering Live Online 90-minute CPD events run in conjunction with CPDLive Viewing after events extended to six months due to demand.

Registrations available for Live event or viewing Recording:

• A clinical advantage: the art of accent modification within a speech pathology context by Tristan Nickless , with Live Event on Wednesday 19 November 2014 (3.30pm AEST).

Registrations to view the Recording are available for:

• What is the DSM-V criteria for autism, and how will it affect clinical practice? by Professor Andrew Whitehouse . You can register for the Recording (viewing available until 31 October 2014) of the Live Event from 26/3/14.

• Developmental Pathways to Language Competence and Language Disorder: Implications for Speech Pathology Practice by Dr Patricia Eadie . You can register for the Recording (viewing available only until 11 October 2014) of the Live Event from 11/4/14.

• Managing Dysphagia via Telepractice: What's the Evidence? By Professor Liz Ward . You can register for the Recording (Viewing available until 2 January 2015) of the Live Event from 2/7/14.

• The role of Speech Pathology with clients with mental health disorders by Mary Woodward and Natalie Albores . You can register for the Recording (viewing available until 28 February 2015) of Live Event from 28/8/14.

To find out more , go to the SPA website, and then to SPA News and Events > CPD Events > CPD Branch Events & CPDLive .

We would value member input on any suggestions for future topics for 90-minute online CPD events via email to Sharon Crane at scrane@speechpathologyaustralia.org.au . We look forward to hearing from you.

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