I didn't get the job I had an interview for a couple of weeks ago. They narrowed it down to 2 and I was one of the 2 and they were having trouble deciding and even wanted to create another position so they could have both of us (but they can't just do that). Anyway, in the end the person who got it already works in the area and knows the database program so they don't have to do much training and thats why that person got it over me.
I got very good feedback and had a lovely chat with the chair of the appointment committee.

Spoke to my boss and he said I'll definately still have a job there next year so I'm happy that I don't have to panic coz my current contract finishes on 31 December. I just need it in writing.