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  • Grants and support

  Investing in Women Funding Program open

  First 5000     |      May 9, 2019

  Applications for the NSW Government’s 2019 Investing in Women funding program which are for programs that are ready to commence by July 2019 and be completed before the end of June 2020 close at 11:59PM (AEST) on Sunday 26 May 2019.
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  • Tourism

  Tourism Satellite Accounts 2017-2018 highlight labour, skills needs in the visitor economy

  First 5000     |      May 9, 2019

  The Tourism Satellite Accounts for 2017-18 highlight the visitor economy as one of Australia’s strongest performers, defying the downward trend of many other parts of the national economy, according to the Australian Chamber – Tourism. 
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  • Digital Marketing

  Personalised connectivity delivered more impact in the era of technology overload

  Joe Perri     |      May 9, 2019

  The thought of a prospective client deleting my email unopened was enough to spur me to find a better way to achieve the necessary cut-through – and the personal salutation and signed letter did just that.
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  • Innovation
  • Insurance

  The future is bright for Australian Insurers and consumers: report

  First 5000     |      May 8, 2019

  Australian insurers are finally embracing digital change and paving the way for a new digital future, says the latest Insurance Industry Report, released today by TAS, an Australian-owned and operated technology services provider for the financial services industry.
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  • Politics and Policy

  Xero finds small business owners prioritise cost of energy, tax cuts, climate change, key priorities for election

  First 5000     |      May 8, 2019

  A new survey from global small business platform Xero has revealed a disconnect between small business owners and politics, with a whopping 75 per cent unable to name the Federal Small Business Minister, and 15 per cent unable to name the Prime Minister.
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  • Business

  “One brand, one culture” needs one data ecosystem technology platform

  Rachel Bevans     |      May 8, 2019

  People and brands are two of your company’s most valuable assets. Leaders recognise that aligning brands and culture has the power to attract, retain and engage employees, customers and stakeholders, driving business growth and raising brand value.
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  • Business Confidence

  Aussie small and medium business confidence falls on fears of slowing economy

  First 5000     |      May 7, 2019

  The March Quarter 2019 Sensis Business Index reveals Australian small and medium business (SMB) confidence fell significantly across the country during the first quarter of the year as concerns about the health of the economy grew.
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  • Consultation

  Have your say: Consumer Data Right draft rules consultation

  First 5000     |      May 7, 2019

  The ACCC is seeking feedback from consumers, businesses and community organisations on the approach and positions of the draft rules for the Consumer Data Right (CDR) in the banking sector, including the privacy aspects. Submissions close Friday 10 May 2019. 
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  • Automotive

  FCAI releases April 2019 new vehicle sales figures

  First 5000     |      May 7, 2019

  The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI), the peak industry body for the automotive industry has released the new vehicle sales figures for the month of April 2019. 
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  • Exports

  Xi’an announces new foreign investment policy

  First 5000     |      May 6, 2019

  The city of Xi’an in China’s Shaanxi province has released a series of new policies aimed at boosting foreign investment in manufacturing, retail, finance and internet technology.
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  • Business

  Sydneysiders support plans for a 24-hour city

  First 5000     |      May 6, 2019

  New rules allowing city centre businesses, shops and restaurants to trade late into the night could take effect from next month after Sydneysiders overwhelmingly backed a major overhaul of the city’s late-night planning controls.
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  • Leadership

  Fail More: how you deal with setbacks key to success

  First 5000     |      May 6, 2019

  Learning from our mistakes is the only way to make sure we don’t make the same ones twice. But what if you could use every failure – large and small – to actually create a successful business, career and life?
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  • Cyber security

  Cyber resilience does not just mean prevention: Survey

  First 5000     |      May 3, 2019

  There has been a genuine and extremely positive uplift in cyber awareness, especially at senior levels, according to an annual survey of SME leaders.
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  • Politics and Policy

  ACS offers 17 gamechanger ideas to incoming Federal Government

  First 5000     |      May 3, 2019

  ACS, the professional association for Australia’s technology sector, has released its 2019 Federal Election Manifesto 17 #gamechangers to ensure Australians attract higher paying jobs.
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  • Artificial Intelligence

  Significant increase in customer personalisation budgets despite lag in capabilities: study

  First 5000     |      May 3, 2019

  While marketing leaders and C-level executives clearly recognise the importance of personalisation, the majority appear to overestimate their current capabilities, according to a global study.