Revitalising the Special Interest Groups (SIGs) will be a major focus for 2001. Currently, there are only two active SIGs; it would be great to see more. SIGs provide a wonderful forum for bringing together people with similar interests, as well as an opportunity for members to have input into the conference program. If you would like to see more people who share your interests at AARE conferences, why not submit a proposal to establish a SIG? Proposal forms will be available soon on the AARE web site. Up to $300 is available to support the formation of new SIGs and the activities of existing SIGs. Funds can be used to host a SIG reception, organise a panel discussion, fund an invited speaker, or for any number of other possibilities. For further information please contact Jennifer Sumsion [02 9850 9864; jennifer.sumsion@mq.edu.au].