Mutual co-evolution as the hidden business value of Twitter

The upcoming stock market debut of Twitter is highly anticipated. Ken Eustace from the School of Computing and Mathematics at CSU explains why Twitter needs to work together with traditional media companies and other social networks in order to establish a successful business model.

Fresh thinking needed on how to break the cycle of poverty

Almost one quarter of all Australians are living under the poverty line. Sally Cowling from UnitingCare shares the results of research showing a worrying trend of more children than ever before living in poverty.

Agile Business Management: Adaptability for Sustainable Business Growth

By embracing technological and cultural change as it happens, an agile manager can deliver sustainable business growth. Evan Leybourn explains the potential of agile business management.

Numeracy the poor cousin in Australia?

Low literacy and numeracy skills hurt Australians and the economy. David Tout from the Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER) outlines the results of an international study assessing literacy, numeracy and problem-solving skills in adults that give some cause for optimism but also concern.

The Ageing Workforce – Problem or Opportunity?

Mature workers are sometimes dismissed merely based on stereotypes. Rod Irvine, managing director of Leaderboard, explains why baby boomers looking for a job should be seen as a gold mine of experience and advice.

Investing in Agriculture’s future: The role of natural capital in enhancing productivity

Baker & McKenzie partner Martijn Wilder was a guest speaker at the IV Global Access Partners National Economic Review: Australia’s Annual Growth Summit on Friday 20 September 2013. He reviewed the economic importance of healthy agricultural landscapes. 

Food sovereignty

NSW Farmers Association President Fiona Simson was a guest speaker at the IV Global Access Partners National Economic Review: Australia’s Annual Growth Summit on Friday 20 September 2013. She explored the discussion around food sovereignty and foreign ownership of agricultural land.

The retail duopoly that rules the nation

Coles and Woolworths are the duopoly who control what we buy. Peter Strong, CEO of the Council of Small Business Australia (COSBOA) explores their role in Australian retail and what needs to be done to create a level playing field. 

A new global food market: trends and opportunities for Australia

Austrade CEO Bruce Gosper delivered the keynote address at the IV Global Access Partners National Economic Review: Australia’s Annual Growth Summit dinner on Thursday 19 September 2013. He outlines how economic and democratic factors in the developing world are creating a new global market for food. 

Buying local the key to sustainable purchasing

Buying Australian products is becoming increasingly important to Australian consumers. Ian Harrison, Chief Executive of the Australian Made Campaign, explains how you can be sure that the product you are buying is really Australian.

End anti-competitive discounting of national supermarket chains

The two national supermarket chains are locking shoppers in with cross-subsidised fuel and grocery deals, argues Russell Zimmerman, Executive Director of the Australian Retailers Association. He urges both Government and Opposition to stand up for the consumers in Australia.

Homeward bound: Australia gets even smarter

Australia has matured in regard to recognising the importance of the Broadband Economy. Social entrepreneur and initiator of the global Intelligent Community movement Louis Zacharilla highlights the power of Broadband to unite the country and in particular benefit rural areas.