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Miners warned over exhaust fume dangers
The federal government has been warned not enough is being done to protect miners from exposure to potentially dangerous levels of exhaust fumes.
Stuck in peak-hour traffic? Do the maths
Mathematicians are exploring ways to solve Melbourne’s transport problem without spending tens of billions of dollars on new infrastructure.
Ford closures inevitable in fuel efficient world
A researcher at the Griffith Business School has described Ford Australia’s closures as tragic but inevitable.
Queensland trials new level crossing technology
Technology developed by La Trobe University’s Centre for Technology Infusion that aims to reduce or even eliminate accidents at railway level crossings will be trialled by the ...
Avoid charismatic leaders, firms need 'intelligent conservatism'
Conservatism not charisma is the vital ingredient for a successful business leader, a new study claims.
Climate change to blame for bumpier aircraft flights: scientists
Flights will become bumpier as global warming destabilises air currents at altitudes used by commercial airliners, climate scientists warn.
Workplace discrimination cuts deep across Australia: report
Nearly a million Australians feel their boss has discriminated against them over recent years, a new University of Melbourne study has found.
Inefficient processes costing distribution dearly
Research reveals the true cost of inefficient processes and the challenges facing distribution centres today.
Sustainability lessons from US logistics sector
From major retailers to trucking and shipping, US companies are making major strides in emissions control, reduced energy consumption and cost savings.
Understanding unions in workplaces
The big challenge for unions in Australia today is to become more involved in the broader scope of bargaining, according to an internationally recognised trade union academic currently ...
Women put up with more bad behaviour at work: study
Edith Cowan University (ECU) research has found women are treated with more workplace incivility and respond by working harder.
Is warehouse distribution your weakest link?
You are ready for another busy day. Critical orders need to be picked, packed and shipped. Customer service and your well-earned reputation are once again on the line. Your team is ...
The three pillars of manufacturing reform for 2013
In the past year, there has been significant progress made on some reforms to support Australia's manufacturing sector, notably in the anti-dumping area.
Green engines research lab an Asia-Pacific first
Research into sustainable automotive technologies will be boosted with the launch of RMIT University's $10 million Green Engines Research Facility in Bundoora, the first of its kind ...
Battery breakthrough brings longer life to electric vehicles
A new version of lithium-sulphur battery that can run electric vehicles is being developed at the Baosteel-Australia Joint Research and Development Centre based at The University of ...
Family business operators 'failing to plan for future'
Australian family business operators are increasing their risk of insolvency by failing to plan for the future, according to Antony de Vries, a Sydney insolvency expert.
Transport infrastructure in a flood crisis
Transport access is essential for people to get to the goods and services they need in daily life. Never is that basic access more appreciated, and more desired, than when it’s taken ...
Rail industry struggling to attract engineers
Rail is an essential piece of infrastructure in Australia, responsible for moving millions of people and vast quantities of resources.
How to sustain productivity with fewer staff
Unemployment rates in Australia have significantly hiked from 5.2 per cent last year to the current level of 5.4 per cent. Job advertisements have slumped to their lowest level in ...
Aircraft makers set to benefit from increased passenger numbers
With soaring passenger numbers being fuelled by a rising Asia, the two global giants in aircraft manufacturing — Boeing and Airbus — have made significant developments shaping the ...
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