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Wednesday, 14 October 2009 14:26

Welcome to the new SAIMM website. All members can now update their details (with a new username and password that have been e-mailed to you). The membership fee payment system will be available in the next few days – remember to clearly reference your payment. Conference attendees can also book online. We would like to invite you to submit any feedback, comments or queries regarding our site to our manager, Ms Julie Dixon at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or 011 834 1273.

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