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Exports and immigrants have masked Australia's poor R&D record. Here are some simple fixes

Written by George A. Tanewski, Professor in Accounting, Deakin University

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Australia’s long run of economic growth from the early 1990s to early 2020 inspired much boasting by incumbent politicians.

But behind the hubris and headlines lies a less flattering story — about Australia riding a wave of dumb luck, with exports to China and relatively high levels of immigration masking mundane...

How Proper Training Leads to Increased Profits
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Smart Tips to Grow Your Business Fast with Business Coach
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New taxes on super didn’t get much attention in the election campaign. But they could be tricky to implement
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How to Choose the Right Used Forklift for Your Business
Forklifts are essential tools in industries ranging from warehousing and logistics to construction and manufacturing. They …
Labor says its second term will be about productivity reform. These ideas could help shift the dial
Summit Art Creations/ShutterstockIn his victory speech, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese highlighted social policy as a major …

Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana
A Privileged Insight into the Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana Situated in the traditional village of Pererenan near Canggu, Villa Sabana is peacefully secluded in a semi-rural setting where…

How Sydney Drone Photography Transforms the Way Properties Are Marketed
Key Highlights Drone photography provides stunning aerial perspectives, showcasing properties in a way that traditional photography cannot match. This innovative technology allows real estate agents to highlight property features, surrounding amenities, and…

5 Tips to Hire Talent Post the Coronavirus Pandemic
The current COVID-19 pandemic has created an uncertain future for many people. Although governments around the world have worked hard to maintain stability, there is little doubt that jobs will…
Aromababy reborn
Managing a global business for 27 years while raising two boys as a single mum has equipped Catherine Cervasio, founder and owner of Aromababy, an organic baby skincare brand, with…
Jim Chalmers' historic moment to build a well-being economy for Australia
Australia’s new federal treasurer, Jim Chalmers, spoke regularly in opposition about a well-being budget and the need to measure more than just the traditional economic indicators. He was even mocked…

UNSW startup accelerator offers $200K to the next generation of Australian deeptech unicorns

UNSW Founders, Australia’s most recommended startup accelerator, has partnered with fund manager Luminary Partners to invest $200,000 each into 18...

The Future Is Now: AI Modernization Is Reshaping How Business Gets Done

The present business environment imposes stronger requirements on Australian organizations to match the fast-paced digital-first economy requireme...

Businesses losing an average of $493k from data integrity flaws

Managing data responsibly and effectively for the AI age can give organisations a strong competitive advantage, but many are failing to harness th...

AI shopping disruptor Zyft raises $7.5M to lead the next gen of retail tech

Zyft appoints new CEO, Richard Stevens, to lead the latest Waller Group success story, valued at $30 million SYDNEY, 28 April 2025: Zyft, the lea...

Little known law offers savvy Kiwis the opportunity to supercharge their retirement savings

A little-known legal amendment is being leveraged by savvy New Zealanders and expat Brits to supercharge their retirement savings. Not many peop...

Cutting edge AI technology designed for doctors to reduce patient wait times launched in NZ

New Zealand specialist doctors now have access to Artificial Intelligence technology to help reduce patient wait times and experts say it could be...