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Dell launches XPS 13 Ultrabook high-performance business laptop

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Dell has released its ultra-portable XPS 13 laptop in Australia, a compact 13.3-inch Ultrabook featuring edge-to-edge glass, near frameless display, all-day battery life and the latest Intel technology. Just 6 mm at its thinnest point and only 18 mm at its thickest point, the XPS 13 Ultrabook features a 33.782 cm (13.3″) HD display. And…Read More


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Apple tops list of World’s Most Admired Companies for 2012

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Apple has topped the list of the World’s Most Admired Companies in the 15th annual study conducted by Fortune Magazine and global management consulting firm Hay Group. Google came in second followed by Amazon.com, Coca-Cola and IBM. The highest ranking Australian company BHP Billiton, was ranked fourth globally in its industry (Mining, Crude-Oil Production) but…Read More


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Director of the Museum of Contemporary Art Elizabeth Ann Macgregor

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Ahead of its much anticipated re-opening on 29th March 2012, the Museum of Contemporary Art (MCA) in Sydney is attracting a steady stream of opposition to the $53 million redevelopment. The task of responding to MCA’s most outspoken critics, falls to it’s Director, Elizabeth Ann Macgregor OBE, the British-trained curator hired in 1999 to reverse…Read More


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PM announces appointment of Small Business Commissioner

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  The Prime Minister Julia Gillard announced today the appointment of a Small Business Commissioner. The new Commissioner will voice the concerns of Australia’s two million small business operators to the government and provide a one stop shop for small business services and information. Speaking at a press conference this morning, Julia Gillard said the…Read More


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How To Market Your Business Online

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  Marketing a business online is very crucial these days and here are five simple steps from Mel McGee, founder of SupperMummy.com, to help you with that. Video Transcript Marketing online versus traditional print media is terrific because it means you can measure the effectiveness of your advertising and your campaigns, meaning you can measure…Read More


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Ita Buttrose returns to publishing in a digital age

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Ita Buttrose has been appointed chairperson of Reddo Media Services, an iPad/tablet-specialist digital publishing start up that she predicts will help change the future of magazine publishing in Australia. “Magazine publishers are struggling with declining circulations and their revenues are under pressure,” said Buttrose. “The old ways that once served us well are no longer…Read More


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Australian Government Skills Connect

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  Australian Government Skills Connect is a new program designed to link eligible businesses with a range of skills, workplace development programs and funding specific to their business or industry. The program aims to help build productivity and improve the overall success of businesses. By using the service, businesses have access to: a network of…Read More


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Consultation: Reforming flood insurance

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  The Australian Government is seeking feedback and comments on new measures to improve the availability and transparency of flood insurance. The proposed changes include requiring all insurers to offer flood cover in home building and home contents insurance policies they sell, while allowing customers to ‘opt out’ of flood cover when they buy insurance.…Read More


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An introduction to business.gov.au

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  Small business is a vital part of the Australian economy and community. From Quiksilver to the Hills Hoist, there are many iconic Australian businesses that have grown to become household names. However, it can be challenging to start or grow a business. You’ll need to deal with federal, state, territory and local governments to…Read More


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Starting a business?

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  Whatever the size and scope of your dream, starting a business can be challenging. You’ll need to deal with federal, state, territory and local governments to get your business up and running. To help you get started, we’ve created a new video to show how business.gov.au can make your job easier. We’re your one-stop…Read More


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