Technology
One giant leap for agriculture as farmers look to space
February 15, 2023
Nestled deep in the industrial and commercial centre of a major metropolitan city, a vertical farm has sprouted indoors and its backers are reaching for the stars. Researchers based in Melbourneās Docklands are working with the space agency NASA...[Read More]
What you can do to protect yourself as scams evolve
December 28, 2022
In 2022, Australians fell victim to investment and cryptocurrency-related scams, losing $242.5 million (US$166 million). In the United Kingdom (UK), a total of over Ā£2.3 billion was lost in 2021 because of various scams, including online shopping,...[Read More]
Holiday-makers drive electric car uptake
December 28, 2022
Australian holiday-makers can expect to see more electric and hybrid vehicles on the roads this festive season as rental firms expand their fleets to include eco-friendly options. And the companies say greener vehicles are in high demand, both from...[Read More]
Helping a family member with a SCAM
November 9, 2022
A family member who is a target of a scam may be too caught up in the scammerās web of deceit to recognise they are being scammed. You can play a vital role in protecting your loved one from harm. Identify the scam The first thing you can do to...[Read More]
Scams Awareness Week 2022: 7-11 November
November 9, 2022
Scams Awareness Week 2022 takes place 7-11 November. This Scams Awareness Week, along with over 350 partner organisations, weāre encouraging you to learn ways to identify scams and take the time to check whether an offer or contact is genuine...[Read More]
Car-sharing giant to launch in Australia
October 19, 2022
American car-sharing giant Turo has announced plans to launch its service in Australia before the end of the year, shaking up the traditional rental car market. The company, which is the worldās largest car-sharing platform, will begin recruiting...[Read More]
New crypto rules to protect consumers
September 28, 2022
Work on an Australian regulation regime for cryptocurrency is expected to step up next year. Assistant Treasurer Stephen Jones said about one million Australians had invested in what he described as a “very opaque market”. “We need...[Read More]
Green hydrogen opportunities for Aust, UK
August 31, 2022
The UK international trade secretary has flagged further co-operation with Australian businesses as the two nations work to increase the flow of green hydrogen. Anne-Marie Trevelyan is in Australia on a four-day visit where she’ll meet with...[Read More]
How cloud accounting can help make your business better and more efficient
August 17, 2022
Does your company still use desktop software or spreadsheets for accounting tasks? If so, then it could be time to upgrade to a cloud-based accounting system. In comparison to on-premises solutions, cloud accounting for small businesses offers...[Read More]
Aussie lithium miners top benchmark report
August 10, 2022
Australian lithium producers have topped the global rankings in a new assessment that ranks companies based on sustainability and fairness. Miners’ response to climate change, land management and gender balance in the board room are part of...[Read More]
Green hydrogen tech wins global backers
August 3, 2022
An Australian green hydrogen company has attracted global investors to fast-track its hydrogen electrolyser technology. The $42.5 million investment injection will put Hysata on the path to gigawatt-scale manufacturing of the equipment and grow the...[Read More]
Superannuation scams ā What to do about super scams
July 20, 2022
If someone offers to withdraw your super or move it to a self-managed super fund (SMSF) so you can access the money, it’s probably a scam. Learn how to spot a superannuation scam, and where to report it. How to spot a super scam Scammers can...[Read More]
Aussie crypto buffs brace for more carnage
June 15, 2022
Australian crypto enthusiasts are expecting more carnage in the markets after Bitcoin hit an 18-month low, but it hasn’t shaken their faith in the underlying technology. Cryptocurrencies, which have been trending lower all month, began...[Read More]
āSuper appsā to take on dominant big banks
June 1, 2022
Australian banks face a potent threat from global “super apps”, a leading fintech investor has warned. From gaming and virtual accessories to getting a home loan or credit card, onboarding into a new job, getting paid, investing, or...[Read More]
Aussie ag tech helps growers farm carbon
May 25, 2022
Australian grain growers are being encouraged to get into the carbon market, with a new partnership linking farmers to soil carbon technology. The partnership, between GrainCorp and biotech company Loam Bio, was announced on Tuesday at a national...[Read More]