Tag: australia

  • JB HI-FI has bought an appliance giant out

    JB HI-FI has bought an appliance giant out

    Electronics giant JB HI-FI has bought out appliance chain, The Good Guys, for $870 million, now acquiring more than 100% of their competitor. The two will still be separate chains but work together to run both companies smoothly and hopefully to drive prices down. The ACCC gave the all clear yesterday to merge together and work together, despite them…

  • Google’s plan to stop ISIS recruits

    Google’s plan to stop ISIS recruits

    A multinational technology company that has built up a profit of over $1b has now invested their time and money into making a program that detects any anti-social behaviour relating to the very controversial terrorist group, Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant AKA ISIS. Google’s tech program, Jigsaw which was originally used to reduce hackers,…

  • Samsung’s new smart fridge

    Samsung’s new smart fridge

    Some of the products at this years IFA Trade Show in the US, may launch by the end of this year in Australia including a smart fridge. The family-friendly fridge has a heap of tech-savvy gadgets that make is a must-buy this christmas. Samsung Australia said the Family Hub refrigerator features three connected cameras that let…

  • Let’s say goodbye to the Opal card incentives

    Let’s say goodbye to the Opal card incentives

    The NSW government has farewelled the eighth trip free for customers using an Opal card. This change was debated a lot with customers and now the state government have finally bid farewell to it. From 5 September 2016, eight or more opal journeys will be given half price every time they tap on and off…

  • Gift Idea for Star Wars fans: Fathers Day edition

    Gift Idea for Star Wars fans: Fathers Day edition

    Father’s day is just around the corner and everyone is quickly scurrying around trying to find something, why not buy him some Star Wars Merchandise he will enjoy, such as: wristbands, Star Wars toasters and R2-D2 popcorn machines. BB-8 Wrist Band BB-8 in the Star Wars universe is the most popular toy and character in…

  • Australian Netflix lagging behind the USA

    Australian Netflix lagging behind the USA

    Netflix Australia has officially banned VPN and now we are stuck with the limited selection of TV and movies that our local version has to offer. Now it may become even worse for Netflix addicted Aussies as Josh Korn, the Global Public Policy Manager says they are struggling to approve more shows by the Australian Government’s…

  • Volkswagen under even more strife

    Volkswagen under even more strife

    Following last years diesel emission scandal, Volkswagen Group could be facing a $1.56AU billion fine over the Diesel Gates crisis. The lawsuit is being dealt with by the legal team from VW and the Department of Justice in the United States. The European producer has violated the Clean Air Act, alleging that the 4.0 cylinder Volkswagen…

  • Census night disaster

    Census night disaster

    With census night tonight, officials are hoping Australians will fill out the forms accurately and in full. There have been concerns from the public about privacy and security risks that are worrying individuals. One source of concern is from the Australian Bureau of Statistics as they are planning on holding names and addresses for 4 years.…

  • Access to degrees but no real employment

    Access to degrees but no real employment

    Students are demanding university leaders to rethink the structure of student fees and entrance.They believe it is overly complicated and widely outdated. Different courses are set with too high of a fee and others are significantly lower. Entrance Many universities are guilty of over supplying graduates from different types of degrees despite their ATARs or due to…

  • 7 vicious habits to break for productivity at work

    7 vicious habits to break for productivity at work

    If you want to keep your job you’re going to have to make sure you’re doing the right thing. Bad behaviour can affect the relationships you have with your boss and colleagues and you want to make sure you’re in their good books. You can easily break any bad habits by concentrating on tasks and definitely keeping…