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Grants to accelerate smart businesses
First 5000 | March 29, 2019The Minister for Industry, Science and Technology, Karen Andrews MP, recently announced that 15 Australian businesses have been offered Accelerating Commercialisation grants under the Entrepreneurs’ Programme.
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Transgender visibility matters in the workplace
First 5000 | March 28, 2019International Transgender Day of Visibility on 31 March is a day we acknowledge each year to celebrate transgender and gender diverse people around the globe, their courage and accomplishments.
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Action required to prevent Victorian gas shortfall
First 5000 | March 28, 2019The Australian Energy Market Operator’s latest analysis finds that additional sources of Victorian gas are required to avert a crisis in gas supplies from 2024.
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AUSVEG welcomes announcement of Australian Fresh Produce Alliance
First 5000 | March 28, 2019AUSVEG has welcomed the announcement of the establishment of the Australian Fresh Produce Alliance (AFPA), saying it looks forward to working with the new association to further the cause of all growers in the industry.
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Assistant Project Manager (Maternity Leave Position – Part Time)
Catherine Fritz-Kalish | March 27, 2019Independent non-profit institute for active policy, Global Access Partners is seeking a part time Assistant Project Manager for an immediate start.
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Proposed wage increase could stifle business employment
First 5000 | March 27, 2019Labor’s proposal to move from a minimum wage to a living wage could negatively impact many businesses that are already operating on very low margins and put at risk their ability to employ or even survive, according to the Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Kate Carnell.
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South Australia’s first advanced welder training centre 0pens
First 5000 | March 27, 2019South Australia’s first Advanced Welder Training Centre (AWTC) is now open for business at TAFE SA’s Regency Campus.
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HiddenGems: empowering WA’s Deaf community through entrepreneurship education
First 5000 | March 26, 2019A new entrepreneur and innovation program in Western Australia, HiddenGems, is set to change the lives of adults with hearing loss.
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Changes to ROE rules a positive step towards protecting workplaces from union bullies
First 5000 | March 26, 2019Changes to Right of Entry regulations are a positive step towards achieving a stronger and fairer approach to rules about union officials entering workplaces.
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Element 25 to trial making metal using renewable energy
First 5000 | March 26, 2019The Australian Renewable Energy Agency has announced $490,000 in funding to mining and metals company Element 25 Limited to examine the viability of using renewable energy in their metal production process.
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Planning for growth can boost our regions
First 5000 | March 25, 2019A focus on our regions and vital infrastructure are welcome additions to Australia’s population debate according to the Business Council of Australia.
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Bridges built for a better energy future
Peter Strong | March 25, 2019COSBOA has released a communique from the “Small Business Energy Summit” which was held in Melbourne last week (20 March, 2019) to confront the issues of energy supply and costs and associated business and economic risks.
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Working day less than a hoot for ‘night owls’
First 5000 | March 25, 2019‘Night owls’ – those who go to bed late and then get up later – have significantly lower functional connectivity in the brain, slower reaction times, and may struggle with a standard 9-5 work day compared to ‘early risers’, according to a new international study.
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Sustainability Commissioner’s environment report
First 5000 | March 24, 2019The Australian Industry Group has welcomed the Sustainability Commissioner’s Report into the State of the Environment and its recognition that more needs to be done to support Victoria’s environment in conjunction with the economy.
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A plan for Australia’s future population
Scott Morrison | March 24, 2019The Morrison Government will tackle the impact of increasing population in congested cities and back smaller cities and regions looking for greater growth to secure their economic future and the key public services they rely on.