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Call for action against occupational lung disease
First 5000 | December 29, 2017The unwelcome return of ‘black lung’ and other debilitating lung diseases to mining and other dust producing industries is a national scandal demanding a national response.
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Pacific opportunities beckon Australian mid-sized firms
First 5000 | December 28, 2017Proximity to Asia, development opportunities and rich natural resources make the Pacific a lucrative target for Australian mid-sized firms.
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The inexorable rise of the sharing economy in 2018
Roland Tam | December 27, 2017The rapid growth of the internet enabled ‘sharing economy’ leaves Government legislation scrambling to keep pace with the fast changing nature of commerce and work.
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How to put the ‘M’ back in ‘SME’
Jana Matthews | December 26, 2017The ‘start-up boom’ might grab the headlines, but it masks the problem of a declining number of medium-sized companies in Australia. To reverse this long term trend, small firms must be encouraged to grow.
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The best business books of the year
First 5000 | December 25, 2017Happy Christmas! What did Santa leave in your stocking this year? If it was only more socks, then here are some suggestions for books to while away the holidays.
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Dear robot Santa…
David Fagan | December 24, 2017Will Father Christmas be replaced by an intelligent, independent android one day? David Fagan explores the legal and ethical ramifications of robots playing an ever greater part in people’s lives.
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The worst business words of the year
First 5000 | December 23, 2017While Donald Trump’s proclamations and evasive admissions of inappropriate behaviour by powerful men have led the way, there has been no shortage of business offences against the English language this year.
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GAP year in review
Catherine Fritz-Kalish | December 22, 20172017 has been a year of celebration for Global Access Partners – we turned 20 in July – and how spectacular these last twelve months turned out to be!
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Join the ‘Pacific Connect’ debate on digital development
Andrew Carriline | December 21, 2017This is your invitation to join Pacific Connect discussions on ways to bring world leading digital capability to the region and create opportunities for Australian firms.
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Banks revise their code of practice to rebuild trust in the sector
First 5000 | December 21, 2017The Australian Bankers Association has offered a new code of practise to head off consumer and small business complaints about the sector, but concerns remain regarding the new provisions and their enforcement.
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Australia’s growing role in the Pacific
Concetta Fierravanti-Wells | December 20, 2017Australia is stepping up its engagement with Pacific nations by reinvigorating economic partnerships, strengthening security arrangements and forging stronger diplomatic, business and cultural relationships.
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Ministerial reshuffle marks a crossroads in science and innovation policy
First 5000 | December 20, 2017Malcolm Turnbull’s ministerial reshuffle has revamped his industry team but his apparent demotion of the science portfolio has raised eyebrows, given his initial enthusiasm for a science and innovation agenda.
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Mid-sized firms well placed to drive Australian exports
First 5000 | December 20, 2017A new survey of Australian exporters underlines the rich potential for mid-sized firms to enter or expand foreign trade, target high value niches and supply global value chains.
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Cooperative Research Council review
Tony Peacock | December 19, 2017Dr Tony Peacock, the Chief Executive Officer of the Cooperative Research Centres Association, offers a fascinating insight into the process of lodging a business proposal for scientific research alongside an update on current activities.
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It’s time to take your business pulse
Andrew Spring | December 19, 2017Christmas is nearly upon us so why not use the holidays to conduct a business health check before the year is out. Seek professional advice if you need it and give your company the best chance of enjoying a prosperous New Year.