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‘The Zero Marginal Cost Society’ – a review
Ian McAuley | November 26, 2014Jeremy Rifkin has written a book discussing the trend in many fields toward zero or near-zero costs brought about by the so-called prosumer revolution, where consumers become producers as well. Ian McAuley says it is the book Karl Marx may have written today.
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Job interview skills in a multicultural marketplace
Sue Ellson | November 25, 2014The end of the year is a good time to brush up on your interview skills if you are considering applying for a new job. Sue Ellson from the Newcomers Network has some tips that are useful whether you are from a different cultural background or not.
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Australian-first survey reveals nation’s attitudes towards animal protection
Elise Burgess | November 21, 2014Most Australians agree that farmed animals need to be better protected. Elise Burgess shares this and other results from the first comprehensive and longitudinal survey of animal-related opinions and behaviour in Australia.
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Moustaches are made in Movember
Jeremy Macvean | November 19, 2014Millions of men are currently growing and grooming a moustache to raise funds for prostate and testicular cancer and men’s mental health. Jeremy Macvean from Movember says there is still more work to be done.
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What the G20 didn’t mention!
Barney Foran | November 19, 2014The G20 in Brisbane ended on Sunday with ‘Global Value Chains’ (GVCs) hailed as the silver bullet. Barney Foran has some words of caution for Team Australia.
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Developing a design mindset rather than just methods and tools
Dr Melis Senova | November 17, 2014Design thinking is a growing trend in business. Melis Senova explains what it is and how Huddle Academy supports people adopt a different mindset so they can lead the charge for large organisations.
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Building a better mechanism for democratic engagement
Fergus Neilson | November 17, 2014Democracy is still a better form of government than all the other forms that have been tried so far. Fergus Neilson from THE FUTURES PROJECT therefore invites you to actively get involved and take part in an online social engagement enquiry into energy security and affordability.
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Rounding up the bikies: The implications for standing in Kuczborksi v Queensland
Binoy Kampmark | November 17, 2014The court case challenging the Queensland bikie laws has been rejected. Binoy Kampmark provides some legal background to this landmark case.
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My Chance, Our Future
Jo Buick | November 12, 2014The Australian unemployment rate for 15 to 24 year olds has reached 14 % in October. Jo Buick explains how the Brotherhood of St Laurence’s campaign is raising awareness about this alarming figure.
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Redefining growth
William Bourke | November 11, 2014The Group of 20 (G20) is meeting in Brisbane this week to discuss the global economy. William Bourke says we should focus less on the GDP and instead look at real progress indicators like high employment, a diverse economic base and sustainable resource management.
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Made in Movember
Open Forum | November 11, 2014Movember is an annual campaign raising funds and awareness for prostate and testicular cancer and men’s mental health. Mo Bros grow a moustache for the 30 days of Movember to spark a conversation and raise funds.
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Healthy people, successful economy
Open Forum | November 10, 2014The first H20 International Health Summit takes place in Melbourne on 13 and 14 November 2014. It is hosted by the World Medical Association (WMA), AMA Victoria and AMA Federal. Doctors across Australia, from every craft group and career level, are encouraged to come along and contribute to the discussions.
