International
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Airwallex finds Aussie businesses charging ahead with global expansion
First 5000 | September 1, 2022Australian businesses have ambitious plans for international expansion, as new data from global fintech Airwallex reveals more than two thirds of small-to-medium Aussie businesses (69 per cent) plan to be operating outside Australia by 2027.
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How businesses can reap the benefits of international expansion
First 5000 | November 27, 2019Businesses looking to grow and expand their operations should consider going international to generate more or new revenue streams, investment opportunities, cost reductions, diversification opportunities, and recruiting options.
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New migrants are more entreprenurial than home grown citizens
First 5000 | October 31, 2018Immigrants tend to be an economic benefit to their new country, but the debate around immigration is Australia is ignoring the growth they bring to the economy.
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NSW food and beverage companies savour Indian visit
First 5000 | October 1, 2018Ten NSW food and beverage companies are in India for a week-long, NSW Government-led, mission that will provide opportunities to export their world class produce into this major international market.
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Most businesses are failing to comply with GDPR
First 5000 | September 16, 2018The majority of businesses around the world are still failing to comply with GDPR, according to new research from American cloud computing firm Talend. 70% of companies couldn’t fulfill data access and portability requests within the GDPR-specified one-month time limit.
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Victoria sets its sights on Southeast Asia
First 5000 | September 12, 2018The Victorian State Government has set out its plan to help local companies access the massive opportunities on offer in Southeast Asia, increase trade and investment, and create jobs with its new strategy for the region.
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4 tips for managing a team from another country
Lauren Lee | September 8, 2018Technology makes it easier than ever to manage a team remotely, whether they are working from home or overseas.
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The free trade deal with Indonesia is crucial for Australia
First 5000 | September 2, 2018The Prime Minister’s trip to Indonesia is to secure a free trade agreement with a vastly under-rated economic partner, says UNSW Business School’s Tim Harcourt.
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Monash business school launches new podcast
First 5000 | August 31, 2018Monash Business School’s new podcast series, Thought Capital, promises to delve into the business and economic ideas of its experts and explain how this impacts our lives.
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Sydney tops Melbourne in global innovation survey
First 5000 | August 17, 2018Sydney has moved into the global top ten of innovation cities, and ahead of Melbourne for the first time in eleven years, according to a new innovation survey.
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Export boost for life saving inhaler
First 5000 | August 14, 2018A revolutionary inhaler helping patients suffering from anaphylaxis and cardiac arrest is now targeting export markets.
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Australian tillage system eyes African potential
Andrew Spence | July 22, 2018Africa could be the next major market for a South Australian tillage system that controls weeds, improves soil health and manages residues.
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Retail body warns against the dangers of illicit trade
First 5000 | June 27, 2018The Australian Retailers Association is urging the authorities to redouble their efforts to combat illicit trade in the Asia-Pacific region.
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Australia stays in world top ten for foriegn investment
First 5000 | June 22, 2018Australia held its place in the top ten global destinations for foreign direct investment last year, according to the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development’s World Investment Report.
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Good science = great business for Australia and Singapore
First 5000 | June 6, 2018Business leaders and scientists in Singapore and Australia can join forces to secure future prosperity for both countries during the first ‘Good Science = Great Business’ festival in Singapore this September.