ASSA Council Nominations 2025

Join the Team!
It is that time of year when we reach out to you asking that you consider volunteering some of your time and expertise to ensure that ASSA continues as a relevant, enjoyable, and informative Society.

The Society is totally run by volunteers! Welcoming new people to the Council-team brings fresh ideas and new energy which results in an effective and vibrant Society. You don’t need to have any specific or special skills to become part of the team.

Please consider becoming part of the Council to ensure that ASSA continues to provide online and in-person information, knowledge, and experiences about all things astronomical.

I urge you to please step forward and offer just a few hours every week to support and contribute to the future of ASSA.

Gerhard Velaitis
ASSA President

Nominations are available for the following positions

Vice President
The Vice President contributes to key activities in the Society, and in the absence of the President chairs meetings.

Secretary
The Secretary maintains records relating to the business of the Society; manages correspondence; responds to general queries from members and the public; assists the President with the organisation of Council meetings; and generally acts under the instructions of the Council.

Treasurer
The Treasurer, as operator of ASSA’s bank accounts, receives all monies due to the Society. Duties include keeping accounts; making payments; preparing accounts and balance sheets; and providing fiscal reports to Council.

Communications Officer
The Communications Officer maintains the primary source of information for dissemination to members and the public through ASSA’s various media channels. This includes the creation and distribution of email broadcasts to members.

Bulletin Officer
The Bulletin Officer is responsible for the production and publication of ASSA’s monthly publication of The Bulletin.

Website Officer
The Website Officer is responsible for the development, management, and maintenance of the Society’s website. This includes the timely publication of relevant content to the website.

Membership Officer
The Membership Officer maintains membership records; responds to membership enquiries; provides membership reports to the Council; and helps to support the needs of new members. They will maintain and distribute membership forms and information brochures at meetings and events.

Astronomy Outreach Officer
The Astronomy Outreach Officer is responsible for the management and co-ordination of all the Society’s outreach events and activities. The Outreach Officer also provides reports on all events to the Council.

Astronomy Education Officer
The Astronomy Education Officer is responsible for the development and delivery of astronomy education content, including practical guidance for amateur astronomers, to educate both members and the public at large.

Facilities and Observing Sites Officer
The Facilities and Observing Sites Officer is responsible for ensuring all the Society’s observing sites and facilities are maintained to appropriate safety standards, and that the equipment and capability is functional.

Digital Services Officer
The Digital Services Officer is responsible for the operation and management of the Society’s digital infrastructure, including all software licenses and online security.

Young Astronomers’ Officer
The Young Astronomers’ Officer develops strategies and implements programs to engage and support young people interested in the science of astronomy and/or amateur astronomy.

Councillor Positions (five in total)
Councillors provide much needed general support to ASSA’s Council. In keeping with their skills and experience, they become involved with a variety of projects and events.

MORE INFORMATION about the Council Positions can be found here: Council Positions

THE NOMINATION FORM is available here: Nomination Form

QUESTIONS? Give Lisa, the Acting Secretary, a call on 0408 262 111 or send an email to: secretary@assa.org.au. And remember that you can always contact the current position holders by using their contact details which are detailed in each Bulletin.