Welcome to all of our new residents for Trimester 2. 2015! Some of you are brand new to res, have travelled to Australia for the first time or are returning for another trimester. Whatever your situation, we sincerely hope you are settling in well and that you have a fantastic time becoming a part of the resi community! There are always plenty of events and programs to get involved in on res. We promise to keep you well-informed so please always read your emails from reception and, of course, this newsletter on a weekly basis! If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to come to the Resi Reception at MB (open 24 hours!) or ask your Residential Leader!
Do you need something fixed in your room? You must report it online!
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Go to the Residences homepage: http://www.deakin.edu.au/ residences
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Select your campus (Burwood)
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Click on Resident Login at the top right corner of the webpage or simply go straight to the Portal via this link http://starrez.deakin.edu.au/ StarRezPortal/
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Log in using the email address you used to initially apply for res and the pin number that was generated for you (ask reception if you are unsure)
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Select the Maintenance tab at the top of the page, then New Job. This is where you will also see any open requests that you have previously reported.
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You will then be also have to select the Category, and the Item effected, and provide a brief description.
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Then select Save and Continue.
Your request is then submitted to the Residences Office. If you have an URGENT request, or have any concerns please contact the Residences Office directly.
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For anyone interested in a leadership position on res in 2016, it is highly recommended that you attend the “You the Man� presentation that is coming up in Burwood. You the Man is a theatre-based program that highlights how bystanders can interrupt cycles of relationship violence and abuse. The program comprises a 35-minute play followed by a moderated discussion with a panel of local experts from the host community. The program empowers men and women to step out of a passive bystander role and practise safe intervention. More than 1700 people attended You the Man performances in Victoria in 2013-14. 80% of participants said seeing You the Man increased their sense of being able to take action on behalf of someone else. Come and see it for yourself! Burwood performance: 21 July 2015, Richard Searby Room. Refreshments from 12 o'clock and performance from 12.30 to 2.30 pm. Register here. . http://www.deakin.edu.au/about-deakin/administrative-divisions/equitydiversity/campaigns-networks-events Once you have registered, please forward your confirmation email to bsradmin@deakin.edu.au to let us know. Jono will be taking a list and attending the event himself to see who is willing to commit to becoming a positive leader on res in 2016.
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It is accepted that residents at some time during their stay at the residences will accidentally lock themselves out of their room. If this should happen, you will need to go the residences reception office in order to receive access to your room. It is not acceptable to chock doors open as this is unsafe and can cause damage to the door.
If any resident is locked-out of their unit for a third time, they will be charged $10. They will also be charged $10 for every subsequent lockout.
Q: What did the duck say to the waitor? A: Put it on my bill
If you have an appropriate joke or limerick that you’d like featured in the bulletin, send it through to Amy: amylong@deakin.edu.au
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Have you been to The Diner yet? Conveniently located at the end of Building MB, The Diner provides a variety of delicious food at great prices! Hours: Mon & Fri - 7.00am—3.30pm Tue, Wed,Thur— 7.00am—8.00pm New this week Wednesday night = $8 parma night -Room service and meal plans in place as of Monday 13 th July- open accounts this week! Enquire @ Diner.
-“Keep an eye out for changes to the menu… starting Monday 13 th July!”
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Come to reception first to receive a “BSR 2015� sticker to put on your Student Card before heading to Deakin Central in Building HE to buy your parking permit!
If you are having difficulties with your wireless internet or other computer issues, the Deakin IT Service Desk can help!
Hours of service: 8.00 am to 8.00 pm Monday to Friday, and 11.00am to 5.00 pm weekends, excluding University holidays.
Simply ring 9244 6888 for assistance!
There are also IT staff in the library to help you with any technical enquiries.
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Are you a resident of MB Building having difficulty working your range hood fan above your stove? Take the easy steps below!:
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Reach underneath the range hood
2. Gently slide it out towards you till it clicks in.
3. The light and fan should automatically start running.
It is essential you have the range hood on whenever you are using your stove in order to avoid fire alarms! If you find your range hood is still not working, please submit a Maintenance Request!
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PREVENTING FIRE ALARMS The fire safety system on res is incredibly sensitive and directly linked to the fire brigade. The resident responsible for a fire unit(s) calls out shall be liable for the cost and in cases where no individual is identified the Residence manager reserves the right to apportion the cost across all the residents of the unit involved.
Please take care with the following to minimise disruption and to ensure everyone’s safety 1.
When cooking:
a. Open windows b. ALWAYS make sure the extractor fan is on by pulling out the range hood c. Cook on the back two burners when using a frypan. (When using the front two burners, the smoke is more likely to set off the alarm) d. Use a small amount of cooking spray, not oil.
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Do not use aerosol deodorant, hairspray or hair straighteners in your bedrooms. Only use these in the bathrooms of your units
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Do not smoke anywhere inside Village units or the MB building.
If a smoke alarm is set off, it will make a high pitch sound. You then have 60 seconds to attempt to disperse the smoke by: • Turning the appliance off (if applicable) • Opening windows • Putting extractor fan on
• Fanning the detector with a tea towel, book or folder
DO NOT open front doors or bedroom doors as this is likely to result in triggering the hallway and bedroom detectors. If you are successful, the alarm will reset, the beeping will stop and the fire brigade will not be called. If you are not successful in clearing the smoke, the system will go into full evacuation mode requiring the evacuation of all residents and triggering the automatic attendance of the fire brigade.
If ever you hear the evacuation tones, DO NOT assume it is a false alarm. You MUST VACATE IMMEDIATELY. The evacuation meeting points are: • Up on the grass out the front of Building LA (MB Students) • Gardener’s Creek (BSV Students)
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Need Security’s help urgently?: http://www.deakin.edu.au/services/security/safezone.php
Not sure where to find your lecture? http://lostoncampus.com.au/deakin
Deakin University Burwood has a medical centre right on campus! Building B, Level 2. Please ring for an appointment: 92446333 (ask for the medical centre).
After Hours Home Visits are also available for Deakin students and staff living within a 50 km radius of Melbourne.
Contact the National Home Doctor service (137425) and they will come to res, all visits are bulk billed via Medicare and International students will only be charged the same amount they receive back from their OSHC provider.
See http://www.homedoctor.com.au/ for more details!
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It is resident’s responsibility to empty both bins in their units/apartments before they get too full. For MB ressies, please empty them into the rubbish and recycling shoots at the end of your hallways. For BSV ressies, please empty your rubbish and recycling into the bigger bins outside of your laundry. The cleaners will empty your rubbish bins each time they clean, but they will not touch recycling. They also cannot dispose of your rubbish if the bags are too full.
Emptying your bins on a regular basis will ensure your unit stays hygienic and that your bags of rubbish will fit in the shoots and bigger bins.
To ensure all of your mail arrives at the Resi Office, please use one of the following addresses: Unit _____ Burwood Student Village Deakin University 221 Burwood Highway Burwood Vic 3125 Australia
MB_____ Student Residences Deakin University 221 Burwood Highway Burwood Vic 3125 Australia
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Moroccan honey chicken with couscous 1 tablespoon honey 1 tablespoon Moroccan spice mix Olive oil spray 250ml (1 cup) boiling water 2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts Coriander leaves, to serve
1 tablespoon warm water 600g single chicken breast fillets, halved horizontally 190g (1 cup) couscous 40g (1/4 cup) slivered almonds 85g (1/2 cup) dried apricots, finely chopped
1. Combine honey, water and spice mix in a bowl. Add chicken and toss to combine. 2. Preheat a chargrill on high. Spray lightly with olive oil spray. Add the chicken and cook for 3 minutes each side or until cooked through. 3. Meanwhile, place the couscous in a large heatproof bowl. Add the boiling water. Cover and set aside for 5 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed. Use a fork to separate the grains. Stir in the slivered almonds, pine nuts and apricot. 4. Divide the couscous among serving dishes. Top with the chicken and coriander. Serve immediately. Please direct any queries to Reception at bsradmin@deakin.edu.au or via extension 17671 12