Australasian Bryological Newsletter Number 44. Commenced in 1979 to serve the interests of amateur and professional bryologists in Australia and New Zealand (Australasia). It is published biannually (usually June and December) and provides news and information on research, workshops and other bryological activities in the Australasian region. If you have any comments, queries or contributions to the newsletter then contact: The Editor, Paddy Dalton, School of Plant Science University of Tasmania Private bag 55 Hobart, Tasmania Australia 7001