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Big bites improve weight loss 4/16/2010

It is not just what we are eating, but how we are eating that makes the difference, Canterbury researchers have found.

Techniques to help you meet deadlines at work 4/13/2010

Meeting deadlines is an important attribute in an employee. If you have difficulty managing your workload, it would be good to employ some techniques to help you meet deadlines at ...

High earners less generous 4/13/2010

Australians like to pride themselves on giving money to those in need, but what motivates us to part with our hard-earned to help others?

Lamb's carbon footprint found 4/7/2010

The first major study to look at the carbon footprint of lamb shows that each 100 gram portion of New Zealand lamb exported to Europe creates 1.9kg of CO2 equivalents and that 80 ...

Email invasion causes stress 4/6/2010

The much-touted "work/life balance" has been found to be riddled with paradox with new research showing work-related email invading workers' homes and leisure spaces, causing stress, ...

Barcode application tracks allergies 4/6/2010

Allergy sufferers could soon be able to use their iPhone to scan a food's barcode at the supermarket to determine whether it's safe to eat.

CEOs step up to take direct action on women in top jobs 4/1/2010

Members of the Business Council of Australia will be at the forefront of boosting the numbers of female CEOs and CFOs in the ASX top 200 under an initiative launched at the BCA’s ...

Global rise in gluten free 3/30/2010

The number of products marketed as gluten free is continuing to rise globally, with a further double-digit growth recorded in 2009.

Roadblocks on the path to GM superfoods 3/25/2010

GM foods engineered to contain high levels of nutrients could be a neat solution to micronutrient deficiencies in poor countries, but there are many scientific, social and political ...

Waste disposal services to capitalise on new technology 3/24/2010

A hole in the ground is no longer seen as a fitting or final resting place for Australia’s rubbish. Recycling, reuse and production of energy from waste is increasing. For the $8.9 ...

Employers urge limits on unfunded award wage rises 3/22/2010

The Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) will support conditional increases of between $10.50 and $12.50 per week to award wages in the Annual Minimum Wage Review.

Recycled AC cuts emissions 3/18/2010

New Curtin University of Technology research has shown that it may be possible for business to save the environment and money at the same time by remanufacturing compressors for ...

Organic produce & bottled water get a boost 3/18/2010

Health-conscious consumers are behind two industries identified by IBISWorld as among the fastest growing over the past decade.

ACCI research promotes higher apprenticeship retention 3/9/2010

Australia needs to stem the flow of apprentices not completing their apprenticeships if we are to meet future skills needs, according to research currently being conducted by the ...

Confectionery trends create new 'sweetscapes' 3/9/2010

The sweet tooth has become more sophisticated and demanding as consumers seek comfort and delight in today's confections and desserts.

Cutting the salt while keeping the taste 3/3/2010

Food manufacturer initiatives in salt reduction have continued to gather momentum in recent years, according to the Innova Database, which recorded nearly 3,000 global food and drink ...

NZ: New rules distinguish between 'food' and 'medicine' 3/3/2010

Important changes have been made for the regulation of food-type dietary supplements. Health, sports and other foods supplemented with substances such as vitamins, minerals or proteins ...

Safety alert: Risks associated with cranage operations 3/1/2010

WorkCover reminds employers, workers and members of the public about the dangers associated with the cranage of goods and materials; in particular, the potential for loads to be ...

Securing AUS’s next decade of prosperity 2/23/2010

In a recent speech to the Australia–Israel Chamber of Commerce, BCA President Graham Bradley outlined the priorities for Australia to meet its complex mix of long-term challenges, ...

Benefits of making your business look good to society 2/23/2010

If you want to turn a profit, you've got to win over the approval of society. Bad business behaviour or unethical practices promote a questionable reputation and puts a definitive ...

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