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Launched today, a new Labor campaign against WorkChoices targets the controversial introduction of the laws since the last election. Julia Gillard, Labor spokeswoman for employment and industrial relations, said that WorkChoices was sprung on an unsuspecting public and that the public could expect more if the government was re-elected. She produced the Coalition’s last election […]
Following the recent Labor and Coalition policies on education, Senator Kerry Nettle education spokesperson for the Green, launched their $975 million policy at Ultimo TAFE in Sydney yesterday. Nettle says that the money should be used in the existing TAFE sector to remove fees for vocational training. Of that amount, $50 million should be used […]
The Department of Workplace Relations has been fined $30,000 for breaching employee rights. Justice Catherine Branson found that the department was guilty of denying personal leave to employees who wanted to attend an anti-Work Choices rally. The fine will go to the Community and Public Sector Union, which plans to contribute the amount to the […]
In the second of the two-party election debates, Liberal Party treasurer Peter Costello took on Labor Party shadow treasurer Wayne Swan at the National Press Club in Canberra this afternoon. During his speech, Costello announced a new policy to help small businesses. If re-elected, the coalition plans to spend $168 million over five years on […]
Australian Business International Trade Services, the international arm of the NSW Business Chamber, will play host to 19 young Arabic business leaders. Participating in the Council for Australian-Arab Relations’ (CAAR) professional exchange program, the young business leaders are due to arrive early next month, before the program launch on November 20. The program, established in […]
A $2.1 billion overhaul of the technical college system is John Howard’s newest pledge to the nation, meeting Labor’s campaign, which has run on education policy all year, in the lead up to the election. The money is to go to 100 new technical college to be built over the next 10 years, 30 to […]
According to a recent study, the majority of working Australians believe work is getting in the way of their love life. HR Live surveyed 1,000 employees, and the results indicate bosses need to take more interest in their employees’ love lives. 97% of Australians say a satisfying relationship or dating life is important to their […]
Australian office workers spend more than two hours a day online at work, according to a recent survey. Anywhere from one-third to half that time is dedicated to personal internet use such as visiting banking websites, reading news and email, and even looking for other jobs. Sydney based research group StollzNow interviewed 158 employees and […]
The federal election campaign is heating up, and a recent DYNAMICBUSINESS.com poll indicates business owners are in two minds. Posing the question "Which Leader/Party will be best for small business?", the results received indicate a close race between the major parties for Australian business's trust. Howard/Liberal – 114Rudd/ALP – 105No preference – 6(Total number of […]
A new government initiative is encouraging women to contribute their skills and knowledge to Australian Government boards, by registering with the new AppointWomen online database. The database is part of the National Strategy for the Increased Participation of Women on Boards. "It will support the efforts of Australian Government departments to identify talented women, with […]
"The ALP tax policy correctly identifies the need to lower tax rates across the board as a means of increasing workforce participation" says Keven MacDonald. MacDonald, CEO NSW Business Chamber, came out today and congratulated Rudd and the ALP on recently released tax policies that harmonise personal and company tax levels. "The election debate is […]
The effects of greening your business can range from saving on the energy bill to building your profile through picking up an industry award. Giovanni Ebono shows how. A simple first step is to find out the criteria used by various environmental ratings systems (NABERS and Green Star) and environmental awards (The Green Building Award, […]
In many companies, accommodation expenses form the second highest category after staff costs, excluding manufacturing or inventory costs. It is therefore not surprising that many SMEs seek to make savings in this area. But when making corporate real estate decisions, it is critical to consider the flipside of potential cost reduction measures. Potential options to […]
Business owners, in an attempt to protect the goodwill of their business will often include ‘Restraint of Trade’ provisions in employment agreements, partnership agreements and sale of business agreements. ‘Standard’ clauses are often used instead of tailoring a clause to suit the specific circumstances. In the last six months alone, there have been at least […]
When profits are down, or business is slow, managers are often tempted to cut large cost items such as IT budgets or head count, but such measures will often stifle innovation and put a dampener on growth. From small acorns great oaks grow and for many companies, the greatest savings are found by examining the […]
The overriding emotions that govern how individuals make decisions in regards to their investments are fear and greed. It is for these reason everyday investors should educate themselves on how to properly invest rather than solely rely on the advice of brokers and advisors. Decisions based on fear stem from the concern of not wanting […]
Productivity centres will be set up throughout Australia to assist small to medium enterprises (SMEs) grow their international competitiveness. The productivity centres, part of a $351.8 million initiative by the Australian Government, will target SME manufacturers and service companies. By providing a no cost business review and access to funding for tailored advisory services, the […]
UNICEF’s A Year in Review will be held on Tuesday November 27, from 12pm at The Westin Hotel Sydney. A Year in Review is one of the premier events on the Australian corporate events calendar and this year boasts an impressive line-up of entertainment. As always, the rampaging comic duo Roy & HG, (John Doyle […]
Australia's best and brightest franchisees were honoured today at the Regional Franchisee of the Year Awards in Melbourne. Organised by the Franchising Council of Australia and sponsored by PWC, the awards recognise franchising excellence. From the five regional winners, one will be declared the National Franchisee of the Year Award. "I congratulate the award winners. […]
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