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Expansion of Seasonal Worker Program a 'win-win' 6/28/2015

The National Farmers' Federation (NFF) has commended the Federal Government on its decision to expand and streamline the Seasonal Worker Program to better align with the seasonal ...

Why your factory floor needs an industrial scrubber and sweeper 6/25/2015

When it comes to cleaning factory floors, there's the 'old school' and the 'new school.' The old school are traditionalists who swear by mops, buckets and brooms.

How to buy the right forklift for your needs 6/25/2015

They lift heavy things, they carry heavy things, and they put heavy things on high shelves. End of story, right? Far from it. Buying a forklift is like buying a suit; if it doesn't ...

3 Warehouse Applications for a Hydraulic Lift Table 6/24/2015

Hydraulic lift platforms, also known as scissor lifts, come in about as many shapes and sizes as beetles.

The Benefits of Embedded Software for Industrial Automation 6/24/2015

I'll have a boot loader with kernels and a side order of systems-on chips, thanks. And go easy on the protocols. It's called embedded software and it's the fast fuel of the future ...

NSW Budget to improve infrastructure, productivity & competitiveness 6/24/2015

The NSW Budget is a credible plan for building the state's productive capacity and laying the foundations for stronger economic growth in the longer term, according to Australian ...

'Optimism, trepidation' as China-Australia FTA signed 6/18/2015

"Ai Group welcomes the official signing today of the China-Australia Free Trade Agreement (CAFTA), and, importantly, the release of the final details of the agreement," Ai Group ...

Ice epidemic hits construction, manufacturing, transport sectors 6/17/2015

In a submission to the Parliamentary Joint Committee on Law Enforcement's inquiry into crystal methamphetamine (Ice) the Australian Industry Group (Ai Group) has highlighted the ...

NSW Government planning for south west Sydney's future 6/14/2015

Minister for Transport and Infrastructure Andrew Constance and Minister for Roads, Maritime and Freight Duncan Gay has announced planning and community consultation was underway to ...

5 Things to Consider When Looking to Import Products 6/12/2015

Does your business have its eye on a great new product from overseas?

Informal team building exercises that can make a difference 6/11/2015

Okay, so you booked everyone into a fabulous resort for two days of team building exercises and the only thing that really built was the bar tab.

Automotive Diversification Programme provides new opportunities in SA 6/11/2015

The Australian Government's $20 million Automotive Diversification Programme has led to a major renewable energy export opportunity for a South Australian company.

Major FWC annual leave case - employers and employees 'will benefit' 6/11/2015

The Australian Industry Group has been successful in convincing a Full Bench of the Fair Work Commission to allow cashing-out of annual leave for award-covered employees, and to give ...

Outsourced manufacturing - when is it time to employ external help? 6/9/2015

Most manufacturers outsource some element of their production line, be it raw materials, inventory management, assembly or distribution.

7 Tips for Lifting Heavy Objects at Work 6/1/2015

While lifting heavy objects is a regular part of many job descriptions, there is often a lack of appropriate care taken.

How to attract the best candidates for a role in your business 6/1/2015

The best candidates for your business might not be who you think. They might not be the most qualified or the most experienced. They might not be the charismatic crowd pleaser or ...

Australia drops down world competitiveness ranking 5/31/2015

IMD business school has announced its annual world competitiveness ranking. Ranking 61 economies in 2015, the IMD World Competitiveness Center looked at several aspects of each ...

Transport company admits underpaying driver to gain competitive edge 5/31/2015

A transport company has admitted deliberately underpaying one of its drivers because the only way it could remain competitive was to cut its wages bill.

How innovation and transport logistics efficiency go hand in hand 5/27/2015

Trucks, trains, planes and ships. They're the fundamental loops in the supply chain and they're not just critical to the transport industry; almost every business in Australia and ...

Why passionate leaders get better results 5/27/2015

"Passion is one of the most powerful engines of success. When you do a thing, do it with all your might. Put your whole soul into it. Stamp it with your own personality.

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