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Healthcare
Head and neck cancer on the decline in Australia
In positive news for healthcare practitioners in Australia, a new report indicates that rates of head and neck cancer are dropping in Australia. According to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare's (AIHW) 'Head and neck cancers in Australia' report, the rate of these cancers decreased from 19.3 to 16.8 cases diagnosed per 100,000 people in…
14 Jun 2014, by Informa InsightsMining & Resources
Boosts for Queensland’s resources sector
In light of recent budget cuts affecting a range of industries, a series of government reforms is set to offer timely assistance to Queensland's vital mining and resources sector. The Queensland government announced at the start of this month that it would be taking steps to "repair the state's budget", a move which has been welcomed…
13 Jun 2014, by Informa InsightsTechnology
Infographic: How a Bitcoin transaction works
Bitcoin has been dubbed Currency of the Future. When it comes to Bitcoin transaction, fast and secure are the key words spring to mind, all thanks to its fundamental encryption technology. This infographic shows you how a Bitcoin transaction works. Perhaps it's time to make an investment if you haven't already? You can find out more about Bitcoin and crytocurrency at…
12 Jun 2014, by Informa InsightsTransport & Logistics
NSW’s rapid transit rail to spearhead “war on congestion”
The NSW government is ready to take a hard line on the state's congestion problems - with an exciting new railway project set to lead the efforts. In response to years of complaints from commuters and other travellers in the state, the government recently revealed its new rapid transit rail network project, which promises to…
12 Jun 2014, by Informa InsightsHealthcare | Social Policy
Enabling effective supervision-training for community sector workers
One of the key challenges for supervisors and senior practitioners in the welfare and community sectors is to ensure that supervisees are offered individualised and non-directive supervision development training. In the lead up to the Australian Community Workers Conference and Exhibition 2014, we had the chance to speak to Dr Elizabeth Riley, Counsellor & Clinical…
11 Jun 2014, by Informa InsightsTransport & Logistics
QLD, ACT state budgets show promise for rail
The Queensland and Australian Capital Territory governments released their individual state budgets on June 3, and both show plenty of promise for the regions' rail infrastructure. Following the release of the federal budget last month, a lot of attention was directed towards the perceived lack of dedicated rail funding, while substantial investment was allocated to…
11 Jun 2014, by Informa InsightsBanking & Finance | Business | Technology
The #1 problem Bitcoin will solve by 2015
In the lead up to the Cryptocon Summit and Barcamp, we have asked a few speakers what they thought was the Number One problem Bitcoin will solve by 2015: Roger Ver – Blockchain, ‘Bitcoin Jesus’: “By the end of 2015 I hope that Bitcoin will enable people to be able to transact with other individuals across the planet,…
10 Jun 2014, by Informa InsightsMining & Resources
Tough mining industry could prompt shifts in strategy
The tough global mining industry is causing operators around the world to review and adjust their expectations, according to this year's 'Mine report' from consulting firm PwC. The 2014 Mine report reveals that the biggest mining companies from around the world collectively struggled last year, and in fact, 2013 was one of the worst years…
10 Jun 2014, by Informa InsightsTransport & Logistics
Waratah train fleet now complete
The final Waratah train was delivered to Sydney's rail network at the start of June, which now means that practically every timetabled train service in the NSW capital is air-conditioned. The train delivered on June 2 is the 78th and last piece in the Waratah puzzle, and with these trains making up a significant proportion…
8 Jun 2014, by Informa InsightsHealthcare
Can performance reporting help the healthcare sector?
A stronger performance and reporting framework can substantially improve Australian healthcare and boost its efficiency, according to a new discussion paper. The Deeble Institute for Health Policy Research, which acts as the research arm of the Australian Healthcare and Hospitals Association (AHHA), recently released an issues brief titled 'Can we improve the health system with performance…
7 Jun 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.
