Golf Australia has announced the timing for changes to the handicapping system to commence in Jan 2014.  Below are links to documents available on the Golf Australia website explaining the changes.
1. Letter from the Chairman Golf Australia  – this gives a summary of what is happening and when.

2. Major Components of the New GA Handicap System  – a poster  giving detail information.

3. Flyer Explaining Slope – (maybe slow to download)

4. Queensland Golf Courses Slope Ratings

While this may seem a little complicated, the system has proved to be successful in other countries.