Defined Contribution And Other Employee Plans (Deferred Compensation Expense) (Details) (USD $) In Thousands	12 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2011	Jun. 30, 2010	Jun. 30, 2009
Defined Contribution And Other Employee Plans
Deferred compensation expense	$ 88	$ 80	$ 94

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