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Collaborative Working Spaces

Staff Reporter, Tuesday, 17th November 2015 -  Shared workspaces is a concept that is really gathering momentum via Beyond Bank Australia’s pilot program of “Business Hubs” and is proving successful with the bank’s community partners, writes Peter Rutter, General Manager Community Develop

Technology ‘Hollowing Out’ Jobs Market

Ellie Cooper, Monday, 16th November 2015 -  The rapid pace of technological advancement is set to drastically change the traditional jobs landscape and will have a polarising impact on society, the Many Futures of Work conference heard.

NFP Assistance in a Changing Landscape

Staff Reporter, Tuesday, 10th November 2015 -  One thing is certain, change is the new norm, for example, change in technology, community attitudes, change in competition, change in legislation and Not for Profits will need specialist assistance to remain employers of choice.

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Education Key to Fulfillment – Gonski

David Gonski AC, Tuesday, 10th November 2015 -  Having an education can be the difference between a life full of productivity and satisfaction and a life of some sadness at being unfulfilled, writes business leader and philanthropist, David Gonski.

Innovative Technology Key to NDIS

Lina Caneva, Thursday, 5th November 2015 -  Participants in the National Disability Insurance Scheme will spend $1 billion a year on assistive technology when it is fully operational, a national conference has been told.

The Socially Good Spirit of Christmas

Staff Reporter, Wednesday, 4th November 2015 -  From community kitchens addressing food waste to coffees that help the homeless, the profits from the Christmas season could help achieve social outcomes, writes Ellie Cooper in this week’s Spotlight on Social Enterprise.

iPod Therapy for Dementia Launches in Australia

Ellie Cooper, Monday, 2nd November 2015 -  An overseas music therapy project that has had an “awakening” effect on dementia sufferers has launched in Australia.

Mother of Murdered Teen Launches Safety App

Ellie Cooper, Tuesday, 27th October 2015 -  The mother of Carly Ryan, the first girl in Australia to be murdered by an internet predator, has launched a free personal safety app to protect young people against cybercrime.

NDIS Pay ‘Threat’ Calls for Innovation

Lina Caneva, Tuesday, 27th October 2015 -  Claims by disability service providers that funding rates set by the government to pay for care and support services “threatens the success of the NDIS” highlight the need for innovation in Australia’s disability sector, according to two young

Refugees Have Entrepreneurial Potential – Report

Staff Reporter, Monday, 26th October 2015 -  With the right support, Australia’s refugees have significant entrepreneurial potential as well as the ability to contribute to the economy, according to a new report.
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