<p dir="ltr">Dear Linux Australia community,</p>
<p dir="ltr">Something that has been especially awesome about preparing for <a href="http://linux.conf.au">linux.conf.au</a> in Perth next year is how diverse the speaker and delegates backgrounds are. From what we've been hearing, this is thanks to the amazing work done by individuals and groups in past years aimed at encouraging under-represented groups to attend open source conferences, and get involved in the community.</p>
<p dir="ltr">Of course, it's also important to ensure the community and culture is friendly and open.</p>
<p dir="ltr">So a big thanks to everyone who has put time and work into addressing diversity issues, and everyone in the community who is friendly and open to newcomers.</p>
<p dir="ltr">We're looking forward to welcoming all delegates to Perth in January for a friendly open source technical conference.</p>
<p dir="ltr">Kind Regards,<br>
Luke John<br>
<a href="http://linux.conf.au">linux.conf.au</a> 2014 Director</p>