Past BLM lecturers, Val Cleary and Helen Holden, and BLM Lecturer Lyn Hughes help Dr Bev cut her farewell cakeDr Beverley Moriarty is moving on after 16 years at Central Queensland University Gladstone campus.

The Senior Lecturer in Education will be relocating to Dubbo, New South Wales early next year to take up a position as Associate Head of School at Charles Sturt University.

'Dr Bev' was farewelled in style at a recent function with friends and colleagues from CQU, local MP Liz Cunningham and representatives from Education Queensland and primary and high schools.

Dr Moriarty said although she was looking forward to the new role at CSU she would miss her friends and colleagues.

"I've enjoyed my time at CQU very, very much.  Things have definitely changed a lot on the campus.  When I arrived we only taught first-year education students and it's been great to watch it extend to second year and beyond over the years.

"I've worked with some wonderful staff and colleagues who have all become good friends.  The university, as a whole group of people, has been fantastic and I'll miss them all very much.

"I'd just like to say a big thank you to everyone I've worked with and met over the last 16 years," said Dr Moriarty.

Dr Moriarty with Mr David Manttan, Executive Director of Education Queensland, Gladstone District and his wife, MarilynGuest speakers at the farewell function included colleagues, past students, teachers from local schools and Mr David Manttan, Executive Director of Education Queensland, Gladstone District. 

The speeches made reference to a dedicated, energetic and motivated lecturer who always found the best in everyone.

Particular reference was made to the efforts made by Dr Moriarty to establish strong partnerships between CQU, Education Queensland and the schools in the region. 

Colleague, Dr Andrew Wallace said that it was extraordinary to find an academic with Bev's wide-ranging accomplishments - including high-level research, brilliant teaching, and capacity to mentor postgraduates and staff - at a small regional university campus.

"I guess we are lucky to have had her so long," he said. "Now it is the turn of another university to benefit from her expertise, keen intellect, efficiency and gift for harmony."
Dr Moriarty with BLM graduates Cathey Hale and Amanda Patzwald

A display of photographs and mementos reminded guests of her contributions to campus and community over the years, including the teaching and performance of music in Gladstone.