A competition to design the Learning Commons building on Charles Sturt University’s Thurgoona campus has attracted entries from five of Australia’s major architectural firms that specialise in environmentally sensitive buildings. The winning design and concept diagrams for the proposed $10 million project will receive around $30 000 first prize. The competition, which includes entries from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Albury, is endorsed by the Royal Australia Institute of Architects. The Learning Commons will complement the existing award winning buildings already on the University’s "greenfields" site. It will combine a new library and computer facilties with group and individual learning areas as well as recreational facilities that embody the latest concepts for tertiary education in Australia. The winning entry is due to be announced in late November.