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Shaky Budget at mercy of commodity price windfall: MYEFO 12/16/2014

A third term of Coalition government would bring the Budget back to surplus, figures from the federal government's Mid-year Economic and Fiscal Outlook (MYEFO) released on Monday ...

'Up to $25,000' in recycling rebates on offer for NSW businesses 12/15/2014

Small businesses looking to reduce their waste costs can take advantage of up to $25,000 in government rebates being offered through NSW EPA.

Korea-Aust FTA 'early Christmas gift' for local firms 12/15/2014

Australian businesses can now take full advantage of opportunities with the nation's fourth largest trading partner, with the Korea–Australia Free Trade Agreement (KAFTA) entering ...

World's first international compliance standard published 12/11/2014

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) published on 5 December the world's first international standard for compliance management, ISO 19600 Compliance Management ...

Aust 'worst-performing developed nation': global climate survey 12/10/2014

Australia's actions against climate change have seen us ranked the worst-performing developed nation in a survey by European non-governmental organisations.

Toyota shutdown sees two-thirds of local workforce axed 12/8/2014

Toyota Australia's plan to end local manufacturing operations by 2017 will see the axing of two-thirds of its workforce – from 3900 to around 1300, according to a statement released ...

GDP data reveals stark truth about Aust's economic growth 12/4/2014

Recent GDP data suggests the Australian economy is considerably weaker than many commentators and policy-makers have been willing to acknowledge.

New Year's Countdown: Top 8 Resolutions for Business Success 12/4/2014

We've ticked off another Financial Year and now we're fast counting down to a change of calendar. While the New Year and personal resolutions go hand in hand, could your business ...

Manufacturing 'edges ahead' in November: Aust PMI 12/1/2014

The Ai Group Australian Performance of Manufacturing Index (Australian PMI) increased by a marginal 0.7 points to 50.1 in November.

Which industries will benefit most from Aust-China FTA? 11/24/2014

Australia is a net exporter of both goods and services to China, and the FTA is expected to unlock billions in exports.

More 'fine detail' needed on FTA 11/19/2014

Concerns the signing of Australia's free trade deal with China could be opening us up to our largest trading partner have been dismissed by Trade Minister Andrew Robb.

Keeping Manufacturing Costs Down 11/19/2014

Global competition in the manufacturing sector creates pressure to keep production costs low and productivity high. This is a difficult balance, particularly when it comes to payroll ...

5 Hot Spots for Manufacturers in the Aust-China FTA 11/17/2014

The Australia-China FTA worth at least $18 billion is expected to be signed on Monday afternoon, however manufacturers still have "mixed feelings" about it, according to Ai Group CE ...

China FTA 'could spell disaster' without safeguards, Lib senator warns 11/12/2014

Ahead of the imminent signing of a free trade deal with Australia's biggest trading partner, due to take place at this weekend's G20 Summit, senior Liberal senator Bill Heffernan ...

Key Steps to Writing a Workplace Safety Speech 11/11/2014

Part of an effective safety protocol is writing a workplace safety speech that will grab workers' attention. An engaging presentation will better hold their interest and increases ...

Tips for your sales team in a modern world 11/5/2014

The fundamentals of sales haven't changed: know your product, build rapport and keep filling your pipeline. However we live in a modern world with a whole bunch of new ways to improve ...

Manufacturing 'broadly stable' in October: Aust PMI 11/4/2014

The Australian Industry Group Australian Performance of Manufacturing Index (Australian PMI) increased by 2.9 points to 49.4 in October.

Top Consumables & Accessories Industrial Businesses Need 10/28/2014

Industrial consumables and accessories cover many shapes, sizes and applications, but one thing they have in common is their important place across a broad range of manufacturing ...

Hot MIG & TIG Welders 10/28/2014

Metal inert gas (MIG) and tungsten inert gas (TIG) welders are critical components of many industries. Finding the right option can be time-consuming, but proper research will help ...

Warning issued for Aust-China FTA 10/27/2014

Industry has urged the federal government to only proceed with an Australia-China FTA after thorough and genuine consideration has been given to the impact it will have on the local ...

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