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Transport & Logistics
Telecommunication ensures safety in DPTI’s Rail Revitalisation Program
With ARA's Telecommunications & Train Control Conference only three weeks away, we were joined by Luigi Rossi, Executive Director of Public Transport Strategic Projects at Government of South Australia, to talk about the significance of Adelaide's Rail Revitalisation Program and the role telecommunication plays in such challenging project. The Rail Revitalisation Program led by the Department of Planning,…
17 Jul 2014, by Informa InsightsBanking & Finance | Technology
Cryptocon brings Bitcoin technology to centre stage
The underlying technology of Bitcoin is one fascinating topic. While many meet-up events exist for cryptocurrency, finance is usually the focal point. Differently to these events, the upcoming Cryptocon conference will bring technology to the spotlight, with dedicated sessions on Smart Property and Start-up discussions on how the blockchain can be turned into a global registry…
17 Jul 2014, by Informa InsightsHealthcare
Addressing the cultural needs of the Aboriginal prison population
Indigenous Australians make up more than a quarter of Australia’s prisoner population while constituting only 2.5 per cent of the Australian population (according to the 2013 Australian Institute of Criminology 'deaths in custody' monitoring report). Accordingly, addressing Indigenous over-representation in custody requires innovative thinking and cultural sensitivity, with design being one approach that could help mediate…
16 Jul 2014, by Informa InsightsHealthcare
Top marks for healthcare in Queensland
The latest statewide survey has highlighted the strength of Queensland's healthcare system, with patient satisfaction measures scoring particularly well. Health Minister Lawrence Springborg recently revealed the results from the survey, which regularly assesses how satisfied Queensland patients are with the service they receive from hospital. According to the study, three-quarters of Queenslanders said they were "satisfied"…
15 Jul 2014, by Informa InsightsHealthcare
Report highlights increased use of disability services in Australia
An increasing number of Australians are making use of a wide range of disability services, according to a new report from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW). The institute's 'Disability support services: services provided under the National Disability Agreement 2012-13' report reveals that an estimated 312,539 Australians made use of disability support services…
14 Jul 2014, by Informa InsightsEducation
Ignite curiosity in STEM students with Pedagogical Content Knowledge
75% of the fastest growing occupations in Australia require STEM skills and knowledge according to an Australia Industry Group report. Unfortunately the growing demand is not met with a growing supply of graduates. Therefore, it is important to fill the critical gaps in STEM education. In the lead up to the STEM Education Conference, taking place on the 20th and…
11 Jul 2014, by Informa InsightsTechnology
One interface to rule them all – Fetch TV, the new host for all catch-up content
Australians watch more than 100 hours of television per month across multiple screens, according to the Australian Multi-Screen Report conducted in the second quarter of 2012 by Media Week. The trend of multi-screen TV experience is on the rise – with YouTube rolling out new channels, Google’s launch of Chromecast, sky is the limit when…
11 Jul 2014, by Informa InsightsHealthcare
The uncertain future of Medicare
As Medicare turned 30 earlier this year, it was becoming increasingly obvious that cracks in the system could no longer be ignored. We were joined by Dr. Avnesh Ratnanesan (Dr. Avi), Founder & CEO of Energesse recently, where he talked to us about the challenges in the reform of Australian healthcare and the difficulty of envisioning a future…
10 Jul 2014, by Informa InsightsTechnology
4 reasons why Bitcoin is better than conventional money
Bitcoin, still very much a nascent trend, is nonetheless continuing to show signs of steady growth as businesses and consumers alike explore the opportunities involved. But just where does Bitcoin's appeal lie and why is it having everyone from retailers to investors raving? As the most well-known and widespread form of 'cryptocurrency' today, Bitcoin is…
10 Jul 2014, by Informa InsightsHealthcare
Achieving optimum service delivery in the community sector
Volunteers can play an integral part in delivering services to the community and hence it is vitally important to ensure volunteer programmes are effective and sustainable. In the lead up to the Australian Community Workers Conference and Exhibition 2014, we had the chance to speak to Sue Noble, CEO of Volunteering Victoria who will be…
9 Jul 2014, by Informa InsightsInforma Connect Australia is the nation's leading event organiser. Our events comprise of large scale exhibitions, industry conferences and highly specialised corporate training.
