Tag: australia
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Animal testing to be banned on Cosmetics
Over six million animals are vivisected annually. The term ‘vivisection’ is used to describe performing operations on live animals for the purpose of ‘scientific research’ or experimentation. Humans selfishly turn a blind eye to the inhumane treatment our furry friends endure so we can be more beautiful. It’s not just cosmetics that animals test but sunscreen and baby products too. The…
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Brexit may make it easier to work in the UK
If you’re looking for a change of scene, and looking toward the UK to work and live in a different country, then Brexit may have helped your cause. Currently, there are quite stringent conditions on working and living in the UK for an extended period of time. However, Australian high commissioner to the UK, Alexander…
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Movies that have taught us how to be a Super-Manager
A good manager is someone who creates a friendly and productive work environment by proper communication and good ethical behaviour. Entrepreneur gives us lessons from big-time movies that have an effective message for leadership. But how do we become these sorts of people without much guidance or help from others? We take a look at four famous movies, Office…
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News Corp bought APN: Was it a good Idea?
Rupert Murdoch, Founder and CEO of News Corp just bought APN News and Media’s regional newspaper business, for A$36 million. This leaves just their radio stations and advertising businesses. APN said back in February it was looking to sell its papers. The company owns 12 daily newspapers and 60 non-daily newspapers including the Daily Examiner (Grafton), Home Hunter guide…
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Turnbull pledges to help protect the Great Barrier Reef
Climate change has significantly damaged our beloved Great Barrier Reef and it’s time to do something about it. The Coalition have pledged to grant $1 billion to help protect the Reef’s coral bleaching and improvement on water quality. With United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) placing the Reef on the endangered list, serious action…
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Worst decade of Australian income growth
Australia needs to lift its productivity otherwise we may be about to experience the worst decade of national income growth in almost 50 years. Potential growth has fallen to 2.5% from 3.25%. NAB Group economists James Glenn and Riki Polygenis revealed this and say it is “below recent estimates from the Treasury and the RBA” of…
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Introducing Aussie Gossip – Australia’s newest entertainment website
Sometimes it’s good to take a break from the business and tech world and step into the universe of entertainment and celebrity gossip. Whether it’s for a giggle or to actually have something to talk to your teenage daughters about, it’s beneficial for all. Aussie Gossip is an amalgamation of Hollywood scandals, Australian entertainment news…
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Deloitte Digital welcomes a new Spatial and Brand Experience Director
Deloitte Digital welcomes the appointment of Simon Stacey, Spatial and Brand Experience Director. His addition to the company is sure to open up opportunities for Deloitte to transform their customer experience across Australia. Simon brings over 25 years’ experience in aligning the physical and digital brands around the customer journey, communicating brand strategy and creating customer brand experiences. The…
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ANZ announces 200 job cuts due to economic conditions
Two hundred ANZ employees will be saying farewell to their positions at the bank due to poor economic conditions. The Australian & New Zealand Banking Group currently has 48,896 employees and over the six months up to March, have reduced its full-time work force by 1,256. The bank advised their staff of the redundancies with cuts…
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A security contractor shot dead at the Australian Embassy in Baghdad
Foreign minister Julie Bishop confirmed this morning that an Australian security contractor has been shot dead at the Australian Embassy in Baghdad. She said, “The Government extends its condolences to the family of the Australian man over this tragic incident.” The circumstances surrounding his death are being investigated and The Australian Government will not provide any…