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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 ...

Construction surge eases in October: Aust PCI 11/10/2014

The national construction industry expanded for a fifth consecutive month in October but its rate of growth eased from September's record high.

Future energy demand 'can't be met without fossil fuels' 11/5/2014

PM Tony Abbott has correctly put coal's place in true perspective by recently telling reporters it will remain the "foundation of the world's energy needs", the Minerals Council of ...

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.

Infrastructure boost needed for construction sector 11/3/2014

Total non-residential building work and employment in the construction sector during 2014/15 and 2015/16 have been forecast to fall as resource-related project activity winds down ...

Affordable autonomous vehicle available 'within a decade' 10/30/2014

Technology that will make an autonomous car affordable to the average-income person within a decade has been created by an international team of researchers.

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 ...

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 ...

Industry urges Govt to "maintain the rage" on red tape 10/23/2014

The Government's focus on reducing industry red tape is "very encouraging", according to Australian Industry Group Chief Executive Innes Willox.

Soft skills to look for in manufacturing workers 10/22/2014

Manufacturing plants need to be well-oiled machines, both on the floor and in administrative offices. Workers need a strong set of technical skills, which generally can be tested ...

Aust firms 'more optimistic' about next 12 months 10/13/2014

Australian businesses are confident about their prospects for growth with the majority predicting an increase in turnover in the next twelve months, according to research published ...

Predicting mine collapses 10/13/2014

Engineering researchers are investigating ways to better predict the possible collapse of mines, dam embankments and large infrastructure sites.

Advanced manufacturing "critical" to Australia's economic success 10/13/2014

Australia's manufacturing sector has been given a significant boost with the announcement that Australia's largest additive manufacturing hub is now 'open for business'.

7 Great Ways to Motivate Your Team 10/13/2014

Your team is your most valuable business asset. Keeping them engaged, motivated and satisfied should be your highest priority as a manager. Here are 7 great ways I get the most from ...

New CSIRO head will guide organisation through tough times: govt 10/9/2014

There was an air of optimism following the CSIRO's announcement entrepreneur Dr Larry Marshall had been appointed as its new chief executive, with Minister for Industry Ian Macfarlane ...

Australian manufacturing: are we ready for the information age? 10/8/2014

Australia needs to play to its strengths and transition from traditional manufacturing into new areas of competitive advantage, a white paper from the CSIRO has suggested.

Services sector drops further in September: Aust PSI 10/7/2014

A continued decline in engineering construction and manufacturing activity compounded another mediocre month for the services sector.

Construction growth hits '9-year high' 10/7/2014

The Australian Industry Group/Housing Industry Association Australian Performance of Construction Index (Australian PCI) increased by 4.1 points to 59.1 in September.

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