New Zealand has named a new ferry linking its main islands after Captain Cook — and told “snivelling wokesters” to accept the decision. Winston Peters, the foreign minister, said those who considered the British Royal Navy officer and explorer to be a “harbinger of colonisation” should be more aware of the country’s past.
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“Snags on the barbie” are off the menu for an increasing number of Australians due to the spread of a potentially deadly allergy linked to tick bites. Thousands of people have developed Mammalian Meat Allergy (MMA) after being bitten by a paralysis tick, which means they can no longer consume red meat, dairy or gelatine.
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In the event of relationship breakdown, losing financial independence can be disastrous. Many women are left vulnerable to financial abuse and coercive control, often ending up below the poverty line. According to government statistics, one in six women have experienced partner economic abuse, and other forms of abuse are higher in financially stressed households.
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Person Shaking Hand of Robot Walk into almost any Australian factory today and you’ll see the signs of digital transformation in action. Intelligent machines hum across the floor, data dashboards flicker with real-time insights, and automation that streamlines processes with remarkable efficiency is easily visible. It’s a powerful sight. But while the machines may be […]
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Cannes remains one of the best litmus tests for where global media, advertising, and commerce are heading. And this year, one thing was obvious: the convergence of content and commerce is no longer a trend, it’s the terrain. From sun-drenched panels to champagne-fuelled side chats, retail media and commerce media dominated the conversation. What once […]
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Income statement, balance sheet, pen, pencil, calculator and magnifying glass on wooden background With global trade tensions, monetary policy shifts, geopolitical unrest, and an unpredictable AI-powered future, Australian businesses are juggling a lot of economic uncertainty. Many investors are fleeing to hard resources with gold at an all-time high, and many businesses face increasing challenges […]
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Set of renovation tools. Instruments for repair and maintenance. Hammer, wrench, screw and tongs on black background, top view flat lay Australian business leaders are increasingly concerned about productivity, with the country’s labour productivity registering a decline of 0.5% in the September 2024 quarter, according to the Productivity Commission. With the financial year ending on June […]
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dumper truck driving in an active quarry mine of porphyry rocks. digging Technology is reshaping the mining industry. While the industry has not been at the forefront of digitisation, mine operators are starting to see the value of data in driving productivity, safety, and efficiency, while reducing carbon emissions. In particular, Agentic AI presents exciting […]
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Miners hold in their hands platinum or silver or rare earth minerals The global shift towards renewable energy significantly increases the demand for precious metals. With abundant natural resources such as gold, silver, cobalt, copper, lithium and uranium, Africa must seize the opportunity to meet this growing global demand. Boasting 30%1 of the world’s mineral […]
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Striploin steak Shifting food and diet trends have long shaped the direction of the food industry. Over the years, preferences have evolved; from the rise of “low fat” and “light” products to more recent focuses on “low carb,” “paleo,” and whole-food eating. Today, the spotlight is firmly on protein. The growing interest in high-protein, nutrient-dense […]
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