http://blog.gmane.org/gmane.linux.ubuntu.region.australia hourly 1 1901-01-01T00:00+00:00 http://gmane.org/img/gmane-25t.png http://gmane.org http://comments.gmane.org/gmane.linux.ubuntu.region.australia/7810 <pre>Good evening all, In January the Brisbane members got together for an InstallFest during the middle of the cycle for the 11.10 release cycle. We discussed that we would probably like to make this a regular occasion as an addition to the release parties. We also decided that the name InstallFest was a bit misleading and discouraged other users from attending. Therefore I propose we change the name to "Ubuntu-AU Workshop", "Ubuntu-AU Open Day" or something similar and market it as something people can come to for help installing, general problems or just curious. I would also like to suggest that other locations join in on the action and create their own local events. So from what I can tell we need to do the following: * Decide what to call it * Organise co-ordinators and volunteers for each location wanting to participate * Create loco.u.c events * Organise a venue (we found public libraries had free meeting rooms that were great, we also decided to pick them as close to free parking and public transport as possible). * Market the events * Hold the events Thoughts, comments or questions anyone? </pre> Jared Norris 2012-05-22T12:28:15 http://comments.gmane.org/gmane.linux.ubuntu.region.australia/7794 <pre>I have a couple of questions for the Brains Trust please: Subsequent to updating to 12.04 1. HP P1005 printer will not work. (whereas it worked perfectly in 11.10) I have tried deleting and reinstalling to no avail. Nothing I have seen or tried from on-line seems to work. 2. Is there a Linux program to to replace the need for "Kies" for Samsung Galaxy S2 phone? Dave W </pre> WasserLand 2012-05-20T03:43:03 http://comments.gmane.org/gmane.linux.ubuntu.region.australia/7788 <pre>Hi all, I'm thinking about becoming more active on IRC, but I don't really know what IRC client I should be using. I've tried XChat in the past and it's ok but kinda clunky, I'm currently using both Empathy and the Freenode Webchat, but neither are perfect in their own ways. So, any suggestions? I'm after something that integrates nicely with Unity so I can have alerts in the messaging menu etc :) Thanks, ~Stephen </pre> Stephen Rees-Carter 2012-05-19T23:54:11 http://comments.gmane.org/gmane.linux.ubuntu.region.australia/7785 <pre>Good evening all, The good folk at Canonical have sent out the team's CDs for the 12.04 release. This means the team has 250 CDs to distribute and promote Ubuntu with. If anyone has any creative (or boring for that matter,) ways to use the CDs to actively promote Ubuntu in the community please email the list. The CDs are all the 32 bit version of Ubuntu and a small number of Ubuntu Server CDs as well. I'm quite happy to post out CDs for users to use at computer fairs, school expos, university open days, community gatherings, etc. All I ask to ensure that they don't end up sitting on someone's shelf gathering dust before they get too old to use (we're already looking forward to 12.10!). Feel free to post ideas on the list, if you already have an idea on your mind it might be worth fleshing it out into an event on the team's loco.ubuntu.com page. Lets get cracking! </pre> Jared Norris 2012-05-18T13:04:31 http://comments.gmane.org/gmane.linux.ubuntu.region.australia/7784 <pre>Anyone able to help with an update issue for a fellow ubuntu au member of the northside of Brisbane? Please email me off list if able to help at all so I can give details. -- Regards, Jared Norris JP(Qual) BBehSc(Psych) https://wiki.ubuntu.com/JaredNorris Apologies for the mis-swypes, this message has been sent from my Motorola Defy. </pre> Jared Norris 2012-05-12T04:37:40 http://comments.gmane.org/gmane.linux.ubuntu.region.australia/7783 <pre>Good morning all, It's that time of the month again! The team IRC meeting is due tomorrow night. Sorry all for the short notice, it's crept up on us with the release parties and UDS going on distracting us. As always the details are available on the loco portal at - http://loco.ubuntu.com/meetings/ubuntu-au/389/detail/ I've added agenda items for both the Release Parties and UDS. If anyone else has anything else to bring up please add it to the list. </pre> Jared Norris 2012-05-12T00:10:24 http://comments.gmane.org/gmane.linux.ubuntu.region.australia/7780 <pre>Hi, I've just had a session at UDS and we really need to ramp up on the author/editor side of the Ubuntu Manual. I'd like to hold an online session &lt; at &gt; 2pm NSW/QLD/VIC/TAS Saturday 19th May to target some of the areas that need work. A significant portion of the Manual can be left as-in and thus needs basic proof-reading to check if certain terms or screenshots need to be updated. The ubuntu manual is on launchpad at lp:ubuntu-manual, only a couple of megabytes to download. If you have an hour or so on that Saturday free, please come along to #ubuntu-au on irc.freenode.net Thanks, Joel Pickett </pre> Joel Pickett 2012-05-09T19:14:15 http://comments.gmane.org/gmane.linux.ubuntu.region.australia/7779 <pre>Hi all, I'm in a session at the Ubuntu Developer Summit about the Ubuntu Manual http://ubuntu-manual.org/ which you may remember was started some time ago with the goal of producing a high quality pdf (and printed) manual for Ubuntu desktop. They are looking for new blood to help author and edit the manual for 12.04 to be released around the time of 12.04.1 (July 19th). However we're trying to figure out why we don't have more contributors and what may be holding people back. So my question to you is:- "If you have considered contributing to Ubuntu Manual, but haven't, what's stopped you?" Some reasons might include:- * Lack of time * Lack of motivation * Lack of skill * Difficult to use tools Or something we're missing. We'd really like to know in case it's something we can fix. If you're interested in contributing, please do let us know, and we can help you get involved. Cheers, Joel Pickett (in the style of Alan Pope)! </pre> Joel Pickett 2012-05-09T18:54:48 http://comments.gmane.org/gmane.linux.ubuntu.region.australia/7771 <pre>The time has absolutely flown by and the Brisbane Release Party is today. The details are here for anyone who didn't vote in the poll or has been too busy to keep track of their emails: http://loco.ubuntu.com/events/ubuntu-au/1618/detail/ Newcomers are welcome of course - it's a social gathering where we get to chat with other Ubuntu users. Looking forward to seeing you all there! Chris</pre> Chris Robinson 2012-05-05T22:20:45 http://comments.gmane.org/gmane.linux.ubuntu.region.australia/7770 <pre>I am unable to download files either form the update manager or the ubuntu software centre. It claims my internet connection is not working. Error message is Failed to fetch http://au.archive.ubuntu.com/ubuntu/pool/main/u/upstart/upstart_1.5-0ubuntu7_i386.deb Connection failed Failed to fetch http://au.archive.ubuntu.com/ubuntu/pool/main/libq/libqtbamf/libqtbamf1_0.2.4-0ubuntu1_i386.deb Connection failed Failed to fetch http://au.archive.ubuntu.com/ubuntu/pool/main/s/software-properties/python-software-properties_0.82.7.1_all.deb Connection failed Failed to fetch http://au.archive.ubuntu.com/ubuntu/pool/main/s/software-properties/software-properties-common_0.82.7.1_all.deb Connection failed Failed to fetch http://au.archive.ubuntu.com/ubuntu/pool/main/s/software-properties/software-properties-gtk_0.82.7.1_all.deb Connection failed Since my internet connection is working, is there a problem with the ubuntu site? Regards Peter Goggin </pre> Peter Goggin 2012-05-05T15:19:44 http://comments.gmane.org/gmane.linux.ubuntu.region.australia/7768 <pre>I have a Kyocera FS1010 laser printer. I have tried attaching it to my ubuntu box using the usb port. Ths system finds the printer and tries to load the drivers but then comes up with a CUPS Server internal error. Originally the kyocera was attached to my windows box as a shared printer and I could see it form the ubuntu box, but following the upgrade to 10.04 I started getting the CUPS error. How can I fix it so that I can use the kyocera as a usb printer on the ubuntu box? Regards Peter Goggin </pre> Peter Goggin 2012-05-04T01:15:50 http://comments.gmane.org/gmane.linux.ubuntu.region.australia/7766 <pre>Hi all, The newly completed Team Report for April 2012 can be accessed at http://wiki.ubuntu.com/AustralianTeam/TeamReports/12/April. Please make an additions or alternations as you see fit. Regards, - Sam </pre> Sam 2012-05-01T04:50:33 http://comments.gmane.org/gmane.linux.ubuntu.region.australia/7764 <pre>This week marks your last opportunity to submit proposals to present at PyCon Australia 2012, the national conference for the Python programming community, to be held on August 18 and 19 in Hobart, Tasmania. The deadline for proposal submission is Friday May 4, 2012, and more information can be found at http://pycon-au.org/cfp PyCon Australia is an excellent opportunity to share experience and knowledge with like-minded Python developers from all walks of life -- we attract professional developers from industry, government, science and education, along with enthusiast and student developers. Presentations can be targeted at all skill levels, on any topic related to Python programming. If you're a first-time developer, don't be afraid to submit a presentation -- we're a community-driven conference, and we have a focus on building the next generation of Python programmers. Don't know what to present about? PyCon Australia co-organiser, Christopher Neugebauer recently listed the results of PyCon Australia 2012's Call for Topics on his blog [1]; we'd love it if you used these suggestions to help shape your submission. We can't wait to see your proposals. [1] http://chris.neugebauer.id.au/2012/03/03/speak-at-pycon-australia-2012/ === About PyCon Australia === PyCon Australia is the national conference for the Python Programming Community. The third PyCon Australia will be held on August 18 and 19, 2012 in Hobart, Tasmania, bringing together professional, student and enthusiast developers with a love for developing with Python. PyCon Australia informs the country’s Python developers with presentations, tutorials and panel sessions by experts and core developers of Python, as well as the libraries and frameworks that they rely on. To find out more about PyCon Australia 2012, visit our website at http://pycon-au.org or e-mail us at contact-CVUC0McZ8ChTeqIcxkLZrQ&lt; at &gt;public.gmane.org PyCon Australia is presented by Linux Australia (www.linux.org.au) and acknowledges the support of our Gold sponsor, Google Australia (www.google.com.au); our Event partner, Secret Lab; and our Silver sponsors, the Python Software Foundation, Anchor Systems, Red Hat, ekit, and CSIRO. </pre> Chris Neugebauer 2012-04-29T23:44:30 http://comments.gmane.org/gmane.linux.ubuntu.region.australia/7758 <pre>Good evening all, I'm going to be installing 12.04 on either an SD card or USB drive for use with a laptop, it has an inbuilt card reader so the SD card sounds pretty easy to carry around right about now. I have done a bunch of research on seeing if I need to optimise the install in any way, for example moving read/write intensive or swap partitions to the ram. Unfortunately a lot of the data I'm finding is all in the 2007- 2009 range and the only recent data I can find is arguments over if it's still required or not. So has anyone had any experience or seen information that would help deciding if and if so what optimisations are still needed to be carried out? </pre> Jared Norris 2012-04-27T07:46:48 http://comments.gmane.org/gmane.linux.ubuntu.region.australia/7757 <pre>I wish to upgrade from 10.04LTS to 12.04LTS so I consult the Ubuntu website for the simple instructions on how to do so. The paper-chase begins. I follow the simple guide via the 'upgrade' link to find: 'Upgrade from Ubuntu 11.10 to 12.04LTS" I go the the link 'read the upgrade notes' (for versions other than 11.10). There are many listed but none that refer to upgrading 10.04LTS to 12.04LTS. The paper-chase seems to end here with no result. I believe that upgrading should be done with care using the right instructions depending on the system version being used so I am reluctant to take a punt and mess things up. Surely I don't need to upgrade from 10.04LTS to 10.10, then to 11.04 and then to 11.10 before upgrading to 12.04LTS? I would be grateful for advice from members. PS My Update Manager does not advise that 12.04LTS is ready to load. Geoffrey </pre> Geoffrey 2012-04-27T06:53:10 http://comments.gmane.org/gmane.linux.ubuntu.region.australia/7756 <pre>hey guys ubuntu 12.04 is now available via ubuntu.net.au prices are still the same, $3 for a cd. $10 for a 4bg thumbdrive including postage anywere in australia read more about this milestone release here&lt;http://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2012/04/ubuntu-12-04-released/?r44b=no&gt; take a tour here &lt;http://www.ubuntu.com/tour/en/&gt; peter </pre> peter baker 2012-04-26T21:47:24 http://comments.gmane.org/gmane.linux.ubuntu.region.australia/7755 <pre>tl;dr: PyCon Australia early bird registrations are now open! Find out more at http://2012.pycon-au.org/register/prices, including details of our accommodation programme. PyCon Australia is excited to announce that early bird conference registrations are now available for our 2012 conference, to be held on Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 August in Hobart, Tasmania. Early bird registration will be extended to the first 60 confirmed conference registrations, or until Friday 1 June, whichever comes first. PyCon Australia is the national conference for students, enthusiasts and professionals working with the Python programming language; it represents a unique opportunity for Python developers to meet fellow developers, and gain knowledge from experts and core Python developers from around Australia and the world. Securing your registration during the early bird period ensures your place at all of the events that PyCon Australia has to offer. Early bird registration comes with a substantial discount for tickets at our "Enthusiast" and "Professional" rates. Early bird tickets at both the "Enthusiast" and "Professional" level are guaranteed a seat at our conference dinner. All tickets include access to the CodeWars event on Friday 17 August, and the post-conference sprints on Monday 20 and Tuesday 21 August. Early bird registration starts at $44 for full-time students; $168 for enthusiasts and $420 for professionals. PyCon Australia has been working closely with our venue to provide a great conference experience; we're very pleased to be able to offer accommodation to delegates for the duration of the conference. We've secured an allocation of rooms within the Wrest Point complex, many of which are in the same building as the conference venue. Rooms available to delegates start at $124 per night; rooms inside the conference building start at $146 per night. Information on conference registration, including details on how to book delegate accommodation through our preferred provider can be found at the PyCon Australia website (http://2012.pycon-au.org). Our conference Call for Proposals is still open, and will close on Friday 4 May. We can't wait to see you in Hobart in August! About PyCon Australia PyCon Australia is the national conference for the Python Programming Community. The third PyCon Australia will be held on August 18 and 19, 2012 in Hobart, Tasmania, bringing together professional, student and enthusiast developers with a love for developing with Python. PyCon Australia informs the country’s Python developers with presentations, tutorials and panel sessions by experts and core developers of Python, as well as the libraries and frameworks that they rely on. To find out more about PyCon Australia 2012, visit our website at http://pycon-au.org or e-mail us at contact-CVUC0McZ8ChTeqIcxkLZrQ&lt; at &gt;public.gmane.org PyCon Australia is presented by Linux Australia (www.linux.org.au) and acknowledges the support of our Gold sponsor, Google Australia (www.google.com.au). </pre> Chris Neugebauer 2012-04-26T00:06:31 http://comments.gmane.org/gmane.linux.ubuntu.region.australia/7754 <pre>Hello List, Sorry for not getting organised before now but I would like to suggest we have a release party tonight. There is a monthly tech meet up similar to a lug but not linux specific happening tonight so i have suggested we have a release party after. IF you are in adelaide please come to the tech meetup: After the talks we will find a bar and chat ubuntu. Feel free to contact me if you need any details or questions. Regards, Daniel </pre> Daniel Sobey 2012-04-26T02:29:53 http://comments.gmane.org/gmane.linux.ubuntu.region.australia/7751 <pre>I am looking for easy to use network diagram software for windows or ubunutu? * clipart like object for the routers/hubs/computers * needs numbered ports on the routers/hubs --- tom_a_sparks "It's a nerdy thing I like to do" Please use ISO approved file formats excluding Office Open XML - http://www.gnu.org/philosophy/no-word-attachments.html Ubuntu wiki page https://wiki.ubuntu.com/tomsparks 3 x (x)Ubuntu 10.04, Amiga A1200 WB 3.1, UAE AF 2006 Premium Edition, AF 2012 Plus Edition, Sam440 AOS 4.1.2, Roland DXY-1300 pen plotter, Cutok DC330 cutter/pen plotter Wanted: RiscOS system, GEOS system (C64/C128), Atari ST, Apple Macintosh (6502/68k/PPC only) </pre> Tom Sparks 2012-04-26T01:45:42 http://comments.gmane.org/gmane.linux.ubuntu.region.australia/7748 <pre>Hi all (I hope the formatting is OK), There were a few things that were happening in March for Ubuntu-AU: - The March IRC meeting was held on the 11th March and attended by 9 people. - JoelPickett &lt;https://wiki.ubuntu.com/JoelPickett&gt; and JoelAddison&lt;https://wiki.ubuntu.com/JoelAddison&gt; held events on the weekend of the UbuntuGlobalJam&lt;https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UbuntuGlobalJam&gt;. The events included: translation, wiki clean-up, localisation and artwork jam - the translation jam aimed to fix up strings that had been mistranslated and to tackle some of the en_AU packages on Launchpad - the wiki jam had participants cleaning up and updating the subpages of the AustralianTeam &lt;https://wiki.ubuntu.com/AustralianTeam&gt; wiki - the localisation jam finalised the iso defaults for the en_AU Ubuntu CD - the artwork jam encouraged participants to create Ubuntu materials - including posters, flyers and other Ubuntu-related artwork - Two release parties have been set for the PrecisePangolin&lt;https://wiki.ubuntu.com/PrecisePangolin&gt; cycle. Sydney is hosting an event on the Saturday, 21st April and Brisbane on the 6th May. Details for these events can be found at: ubuntu-au loco events&lt;http://loco.ubuntu.com/teams/ubuntu-au/events&gt; [1]. - gorilla on IRC shared a project he's working on, aptly named LazerCombat &lt;https://wiki.ubuntu.com/LazerCombat&gt; - Paintball, lazer-style &lt;http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XNWNEiOcve8&gt; [2]. [1] http://loco.ubuntu.com/teams/ubuntu-au/events [2] http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XNWNEiOcve8 Regards, Joel Pickett </pre> Joel Pickett 2012-04-04T13:23:07 http://comments.gmane.org/gmane.linux.ubuntu.region.australia/7747 <pre>Hi all, Just a quick reminder than the Ubuntu-AU monthly meeting will be held this Sunday at 8pm NSW/QLD/VIC/TAS time in the #ubuntu-au channel irc.freenode.net The agenda and meeting details - http://loco.ubuntu.com/meetings/ubuntu-au/374/detail/ Regards, Joel P </pre> Joel Pickett 2012-04-04T08:30:16 Search the mailing list at Gmane query http://search.gmane.org/?group=$group=gmane.linux.ubuntu.region.australia