Category: Business
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The Legacy of Bob Hawke – Australia’s 23rd Prime Minister
Bob Hawke, Australia’s third longest serving prime minister, passed away last night at the age of 89. The final days of the federal election have been overlooked by his death, uniting present and former politicians, a testament to the prominent role he played in building modern Australia. Major party leaders paid tribute to the former…
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Remonda Martinez, CEO of Blue Haven Pools
Australia’s largest and most recognised pool and spa company’s CEO, Remonda Martinez talks to us about her vision for the future and her time running Blue Haven Pools and Spas. Remonda was pretty much born into the Pool industry. She was working at Blue Haven throughout her school years and started full time in the business…
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First Australian fishmonger awarded MSC Chain of Custody
Seafood Industry Australia (SIA), the national peak-body representing the Australian seafood industry, has welcomed news that Melbourne’s The Fish Shoppe has become the first Australian seafood retailer to be awarded the Marine Stewardship Council’s (MSC) Chain of Custody certification. “Between the ocean and your plate seafood can pass through many stages of the supply chain,…
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ATO mental health support for small business
The ATO has said that it is committed to helping to address the issue of mental health for small businesses. Deputy Commissioner Deborah Jenkins has attended the Small Business Mental Health roundtable chaired by Senator Michaelia Cash, Minister for Small and Family Business, Skills and Vocational Education at Parliament House. Ms Jenkins said that the…
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Garage business goes global thanks to Social Media
Sydney jewellery maker Nikita Majajas says she wouldn’t be in business without social media. The one-woman enterprise credits Instagram for transforming the designs crafted in her garage into a global brand. Doodad + Fandango founder Ms Majajas will share insights, tips and online marketing experiences on how to be an online success at the City…
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Appointment of new CEO for Green Building Council of Australia
The Property Council has warmly welcomed the appointment of Davina Rooney as the new chief executive officer (CEO) of the Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA). “This is a terrific appointment and one that will allow the GBCA to continue to expand its impact as a champion for a sustainable built environment,” said Ken Morrison,…
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Experienced Oil and Gas Executive Ken Fitzpatrick Reappointed
Experienced oil and gas industry executive Ken Fitzpatrick has been reappointed as a member to the Advisory Board of the National Offshore Petroleum Safety and Environmental Management Authority (NOPSEMA) until March 2022. Minister for Resources and Northern Australia Matt Canavan welcomed the reappointment, noting Ken Fitzpatrick’s breadth of skills and his current position as chair of…
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Max Brenner Has Been Saved From Liquidation in Last Minute Deal
In a last minute deal with Tozer and Co, the chocolate cafe and luxury chocolaterie has been saved after going into voluntary administration last month. Brothers David and Craig Tozer struck a last minute deal with the company to secure the licence for Max Brenner. Max Brenner Industries ltd. were about to go to the…
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1Cover Travel Insurance Has Customers Covered in Rail, Hail, or Shine
1Cover Travel Insurance has reminded customers that they’ve got them covered in the best way possible. The insurance brokers upped their advertising game by giving out free umbrellas to Sydneysiders on their commute to work on Thursday. https://www.instagram.com/p/Bozseh7H_o2/?taken-by=1cover Sydney has faced a week of rain and grey skies, so 1Cover volunteers stood outside the Queen…
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Goodbye Tampon Tax! (Finally)
Today is a good day to be a woman! Following an 18-year long campaign, Australia’s state and federal Governments have unanimously decided to axe the 10 per cent tax on tampons, pads and other sanitary products. Treasurers met this morning to discuss the matter and agreed to pass the Federal Government’s proposal. Who would’ve thought…