Tag: business
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So what happens now: Post-election?
It has been a rough couple of days for Coalition leader, Malcolm Turnbull and Opposition Leader, Bill Shorten. With no result on Saturday night about the winner and statistics coming back a quarter of voters chose the Independent parties first, this could be a good change for a stable political environment. The Liberal government are struggling…
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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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Waldorf Astoria turned into housing
The world’s most iconic hotel, Waldorf-Astoria, has been taken over by Chinese investors and turned into luxurious apartments. The Chinese company in charge, Anbang Insurance Group Co, bought it for $1.95billion in 2014 and plans to refurbish the whole building. The hotel is expected to close in 2017 and reopen three years later in 2020. Parts of…
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Second petition for Brexit
Last Thursday, the United Kingdom announced they will no longer be a part of the European Union resulting in their economic stance to be in strife. The ‘leave’ campaign won by 52% with 30 million voters. Many are concerned over the UK not staying as they are aware of the effects of leaving the Union. A petition…
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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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One lady’s hilarious struggle with Telstra
Sydney resident, Laura Carrie, has experienced the struggle many have had to deal with before. Have you ever just wanted fast, reliable Internet from a provider but they’re just failing to cut the mustard? We hear you! Ms Carrie recently switched to Telstra after buying a 4K television. As you’d expect, she was daydreaming of a Game…
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C9 comes to Bankstown
The end of summer and the chilly whisperings of winter don’t have to end your love affair with gelato and chocolate, thanks to the dedicated dessert connoisseurs at C9 Chocolate & Gelato. Yes, this is a reason to get excited! Introducing C9 Chocolate & Gelato to Bankstown, opening its doors in Bankstown’s newest shopping and…
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Saving the environment, one beer at a time.
An innovative microbrewery in Florida has come up with an answer to an issue that’s been killing marine life for years, beer rings. We’ve all seen that episode of a TV show where a helpless fish, or turtle, or anything gets their head stuck in those pesky plastic rings – well that’s all in the past…
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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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25 Unique Startups to watch
In this age of entrepreneurship, it seems like there’s a new startup everywhere you turn. To help you keep up to date (and to spend some cash), here’s a list of 25 unique and interesting startups that have products available right now. These startups are aimed straight for success. You can see even more thanks to Startup…