An appealing suggestion, John. Actually, the suggested substitution was floated some years ago in the video "Canberra's Cockatoo". I might mention that the replacement at that time of Parks' straightish GG symbol with the now-familiar stylised version caused almost as much annoyance as the present proposal. Plus ḉa change.
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From: John Leonard [
Sent: Saturday, 28 May 2011 11:45 AM
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Subject: Re: [canberrabirds] Fw: GANG-GANGS
I gave a sarcastic anser to this news earlier, saying I didn't see why we had to lose the GG on the parks and wildlife logo while a Mute Swan remains on the ACT coat of arms.
Perhaps we could conflate tese two issues. Perhaps some-one who is talented artistically could do a mock-up of the ACT coat of arms with the Mute Swan replaced by a Gang-Gang and send it to Katy Gallagher saying, "OK one brand for the ACT Government, but why don't you revise the coat of arms to remove a species that has never been found here (and doesn't occur naturally within 15,000km) and then we can have a charismatic local species on ALL ACT government services."
John Leonard
On 25 May 2011 17:57, Rosie - Internode <m("blemings.org","rosemary");">> wrote:
> Thanks to the input of Martin, Matthew, Nicki, Geoffrey, John L and
> Sandra I will send round the email I devised about the Gang-Gang logo
> issue yesterday afternoon.
>
> There has been quite a bit of action and reaction since and
> simultaneously from several acknowledged local naturalists and
> ecologists and the session on ABC's 666 Drive show after 5pm.
>
> I will also forward a Media release from Shane Rattenbury of the ACT
> Greens as it shows another valuable avenue of support for those who
> know the Gang-Gang logo must be retained. This forwarding is in
> relation to the logo issue and is not intended as a political
> statement of my overall views or any intention to influence others.
>
> Another comment that may be of interest & revealed by Martin's posted
> link is "each state and territory still retains a logo for their
> conservation agencies".
>
> Please don't leave sending your views about retaining the logo to others.
> Every individual letter, email or phonecall or community groups'
> responses will be vital in this campaign to support the retention of
> the Gang-Gang logo and show our support for the Parks and Conservation
> Service personnel and their mission.
>
> Thank you
>
> Rosemary
>
>
>
> Tuesday afternoon.
>
>
> Greetings to Biodiversity supporters and volunteers for conservation!
>
>
>
> Some weeks ago I mailed to some of you a series of points relating to
> the ACT Parks and Conservation Service's Gang-Gang cockatoo logo.
>
>
>
> This iconic logo was under threat because the Hawke Review of the ACT
> Public Service recommended it be discontinued as a cost-cutting
> measure. Most agencies, including PCS, would instead utilise the TAMS logo.
>
>
>
> I've received word today that the Parks and Conservation Service is
> NOT listed as an ACT Government agency that may retain and use its
> legendary Gang-Gang logo.
>
> Some other agencies, including the Arboretum, are allowed to retain
> their specific logos.
>
>
>
> PLEASE WOULD YOU NOW SWING INTO ACTION BY PHONING-THROUGH YOUR
> DISAPPROVAL OF THIS DISCRIMINATORY EDICT?
>
>
>
> Simon Corbell 6205 0000 or email m("act.gov.au","corbell");">
>
> Chief Minister 6205 0104 m("act.gov.au","gallagher");">
>
> Shane Rattenbury 6205 0005 m("parliament.act.gov.au","rattenbury");"> The
> Greens have already heard the news having been 'enlightened' via the
> Conservation Council.
>
>
>
>
>
> You already realise that the Parks and Conservation Service and any
> programs that relate to land management and the retention and care of
> the ACT's open spaces and reserves have borne and continue to bear the
> brunt of any "cost-cutting" measures that ACT Governments can get away
> with. I feel this latest "cost-cutting measure" is also a direct
> insult to those who maintain natural areas or volunteer in that role.
> The "environment" is once-again being treated with contempt and as expendable.
>
>
>
> I believe reference to the loss of the logo will be made on the ABC's
> Drive show this afternoon if you receive this in time to tune-in.
>
>
>
> Your phonecall or email doesn't need to be lengthy. The quantity of
> calls is probably more vital than detail at this stage. However some
> additional points could be:
>
> The Gang-Gang logo has been the symbol of ACT Nature Park, Reserve and
> National Park management for over 30 years. (The logo's design was
> altered only a few years ago when the previous threat of extinction
> was fought) The Gang-Gang logo is widely recognised throughout the
> community. This recognition includes respect, support and appreciation.
> Rangers who wear the logo have the responsibility of caring for
> Ngunnawal lands. This factor adds to the respect that should be accorded.
> The Gang-Gang is the faunal emblem of the ACT and is widely recognised
> interstate as representing the highly-regarded contribution our Parks
> Service makes in land-management and wildlife care Australia-wide.
> For years the advertising industry has successfully campaigned to
> enslave consumers to their clients' brands. The move to ban the
> Gang-Gang logo flies in the face of established business-logic
> especially when taxpayers' money has been expended on 30 years promoting our ACT environment's brand.
> Removing the logos from rangers' vehicles, signs, equipment,
> stationery, fire-fighting vehicles will cost thousands of dollars at a
> time when such money should be spend on on-ground ranger-programs.
> The Parks and Conservation Service needs a distinctive logo in
> recognition of its role in managing 70% of the ACT's land area, its
> being a professional, essential bushfire management agency, it
> protects the region's water security and manages unique
> ecosystems...with the help of countless volunteers who also wear the badged-logo with pride and enthusiasm.
>
> Sorry this is so long...my collar is overheated again! Disapproving
> calls from over-the-border are very welcome! Please ask a favour of
> your network-members.
>
>
>
> Thank you
>
>
>
> Rosemary
>
>
>
>
>
>
--
John Leonard
Canberra
Australia
www.jleonard.net
I want to be with the 99,999 other things.
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