Malcolm Turnbull’s innovation agenda failed to resonate with the Australian electorate, but it is too important to be abandoned. The agenda can be recast in several ways.
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What we really need from innovation in Australia
The tone of commentary about the appropriateness and effectiveness of innovation as a centrepiece of Australian government policy has turned from one of enthusiasm, particularly among the start-up community, to pessimism and even rejection.
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New plant-based oil emerging for use in industrial products
A new plant based oil is being developed to replace petrochemicals in industrial products ranging from fuels and lubricants to specialty chemicals and plastics, writes Hartley Henderson.
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Australian inventor wants to help you be in two places at once
The business founded by young engineer, STEM evangelist and entrepreneur Marita Cheng has just begun shipping its new product, Teleport. Brent Balinski spoke to Cheng about getting robots into our homes.
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Has your food business tapped into government grants?
The importance of the food industry to Australia’s economic future is being recognised in the grant space, with a number of grant opportunities at both the Federal and State level on offer.
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A labour dump is unlikely under the China Australia free trade agreement
Fears that the Chinese Australian Free Trade Agreement (ChAFTA) will lead to a flood of Chinese workers in Australia are unfounded.
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Echuca brake brothers bringing Aussie invention to market
Tested in demanding NASCAR and Touring Car racing environments, an Australian brake rotor innovation is ready for the market, according to the company behind it. Brent Balinski spoke to OzBrakes’ Colin Lagoon about the road ahead.
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Do your homework before chasing export sales
Recent figures show that more Australian businesses are exporting, assisted by the lower dollar. However, there’s a lot to consider before considering any new market, as Christelle Damiens, founder of Exportia, told Brent Balinski.
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How to keep more women in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM)
There have been myriad promises made by the major political parties over the years focused on funding programs aimed at increasing the number of women pursuing careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).
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Three reasons free trade has become a political football
Surveying democratic election results around the world, it’s clear the high water mark for globalisation has been met. Free trade, always questionable economics, is no longer good politics and in many ways has jumped the shark.
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Is there a link between terrorism and engineering?
Studies have shown a preponderance of engineers among terrorist ranks, especially when we look at the relatively recent scourge of Islamist terror the world is currently grappling with. Branko Miletic writes.
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Robots don’t just take jobs, they can help a new business grow
“Make an appointment for 4pm today with Gary,” I say to my assistant as I hang up from a promising phone call with a potential client. There was a time when you had to be high up in an organisation to have an assistant.
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From the editor: Mood swings, sausage sizzles and manufacturing wins
So here we are, after one of the longest election campaigns in Australia’s history and the result is a non-result. Or should I say a non-conclusive result.
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Volkswagen’s record settlement payout: treating the symptom not the disease
German car maker Volkswagen is paying out up to $15.3 billion to address the effects of the emission crisis in the United States. This by far the biggest settlement in the history of the auto industry.
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Food makers finding success with a little help from friends
Contract manufacturing is on the rise in the food and beverage sector. While the practice holds attraction for both parties involved, it can also have its pitfalls and should be approached with caution. Matt McDonald writes.
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South Australia’s submarine expertise is just the tip of the skills iceberg
Long-time defence industry advocate Chris Burns spoke to Brent Balinski and shared some reasons why Australia should build its own ships and submarines.
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Australian companies looking to capitalise on Indian economic summer
With a growing appetite for technology, quality and performance, India’s auto sector has been cited as an area of opportunity for Australian companies. It’s also very tricky regarding what it expects, Professor Peter Hodgson told Brent Balinski.
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The evolution of battery technology
The Battery Series is a five-part infographic series that explores what investors need to know about modern battery technology, including raw material supply, demand, and future applications.
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The next solar revolution could replace fossil fuels in mining
Recently Sandfire Resources, a gold and copper producer based in Western Australia, announced its new solar power plant will soon start powering its DeGrussa mine.
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From granola to granular – getting to the crunch with Industry 4.0
Australia gained a so-called seat at the table in April to be a part of the conversation on the next industrial revolution. Brent Balinski spoke to the AMGC’s managing director Jens Goennemann about where to next, and why it’s crucial to be involved.
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