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NZ police case study: Social media opens up a new world of real-time intelligence
Forewarned is forearmed: Signal social media monitoring tool provides vital “eyes and ears” in the interests of public safety and crime prevention. The situation When it comes to effective policing, accurate, timely information and communication is critical. And when it comes to the way in which people communicate, social media is increasingly the tool of…
6 Jan 2014, by Informa InsightsTransport & Logistics
Moreton Bay rail link construction begins in Queensland
The start of construction on Moreton Bay's rail link in Queensland marks a step forward in the state's railway engineering industry. This is according to the state government, which claimed the project is one of the largest and most important infrastructure schemes in south-east Queensland. The rail link will connect Petrie and Kippa-Ring, with state transport…
6 Jan 2014, by Informa InsightsLeadership & Communication
‘Practise leadership skills’ over Xmas period
Managers should continue practising their leadership skills over the Christmas holiday season, a leading industry body has advised. The Australian Institute of Management (AIM) said that while the festive period is often a time for family and friends, it is also when people evaluate their career and consider ways to boost their professional status. Vivienne…
6 Jan 2014, by Informa InsightsLeadership & Communication
Managing stakeholder relationships and expectations
A vital part of running a successful project is to develop and maintain good relationships with those who will be affected by its outcomes. However, identifying stakeholders and managing their expectations takes effective leadership skills, excellent communication and an understanding of what drives the individuals involved with the project. Good stakeholder management not only ensures…
23 Dec 2013, by Informa InsightsMining & Resources
Abbott expresses support for Olympic Dam project
Prime minister Tony Abbott has reiterated the federal government's support for the Olympic Dam mine expansion project. BHP Billiton mothballed the scheme last year after metal prices slumped, but Mr Abbott said boosting mining engineering in the region would have significant benefits. "I want to ensure that as far as is humanly possible everything that…
21 Dec 2013, by Informa InsightsLeadership & Communication
The benefits of engaging and retaining older staff
Engaging and retaining older employees can have significant benefits for an organisation, including what the Australian Institute of Management (AIM) calls the 'diversity dividend'. As the country's workforce continues to age, businesses must prepare for the changes this will require, but many still have stereotypical views of older staff members. According to AIM, older workers…
19 Dec 2013, by Informa InsightsTransport & Logistics
North Galilee Basin rail project ‘will supercharge QLD economy’
A planned rail project in Queensland will be a major boost for the local economy, the state government has said. The $2.2 billion North Galilee Basin rail project will see the construction of a 300km rail line between the proposed Carmichael coal mine and the Abbot Point coal port. Queensland's co-ordinator general has now approved…
17 Dec 2013, by Informa InsightsLeadership & Communication | Mining & Resources
Aussies dominate inspirational women in mining rankings
Australians have featured strongly in a new ranking of top women in the mining industry. The Standard Bank-sponsored 100 Global Inspirational Women in Mining list had 28 Aussies, including BHP Billiton's iron ore vice-president of finance Margaret Beck and Megan Clark, chief executive of CSIRO. Other names to make the grade were Rio Tinto's general…
17 Dec 2013, by Informa InsightsTransport & Logistics
Best stands 2013: AusRAIL rewards exhibitors for their hard work
In the last week of November, Sydney played host to AusRAIL PLUS 2013 and the 10th World Congress on Railway Research. The successful joint events welcomed 7038 attendees from 36 nations over the four days. The AusRAIL PLUS 2013 exhibition was the largest AusRAIL exhibition held to-date, with 373 exhibition companies showcasing their products and…
16 Dec 2013, by Informa InsightsMining & Resources
Close-up: Stewart Hagan
Stewart Hagan has been involved in the industrial minerals industry for over 30 years. He is the General Manager at mineral sands developer Oresome Australia. Stewart will deliver a presentation at the AJM Mineral Sands Conference, to be held on the 4th-5th March 2014 in Melbourne. He will give an update on the Cape York…
16 Dec 2013, 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.
