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Banking & Finance | Legal
Meeting regulator expectations for responsible lending
Since the commencement of the Royal Commission into Banking Misconduct in late 2017, the public’s gaze has been firmly fixated on the behavior of major lenders. Now, more than ever, consumers are acutely aware of their rights and of what constitutes appropriate practice. In this climate, maintaining organisational integrity and compliance with Australia’s consumer protection…
20 Dec 2018, by Amy SarcevicEnergy & Utilities
An update on Australia’s largest wind solar storage hybrid project
CWP Renewables is taking hybrid renewable generation to new heights with two giant ‘wind-solar-storage’ hybrid projects, both currently in developmental stages. Once complete, the Asia Renewable Energy Hub (AREH), located in Pilbara in northwest Australia, will generate more renewable energy than Australia’s entire wind and solar contribution towards the Renewable Energy Target. Its smaller sibling,…
19 Dec 2018, by Amy SarcevicHealthcare
The future of health
Global health care spending is projected to increase at an annual rate of 5.4 percent in 2018-2022, a considerable rise from 2.9 percent in 2013-2017. Aging and growing populations, the greater prevalence of chronic diseases, and exponential advances in innovative, but costly, digital technologies continue to grow health care demand and expenditures. Health care stakeholders—providers,…
17 Dec 2018, by Amy SarcevicEducation
Student engagement & technology in the classroom: igniting the fire in young learners with Eddie Woo
Technology is rapidly transforming the way students learn and teachers teach, a study found that Australia is one of the highest users of technology in schools in the OECD – so how can technology benefit Australian students and what are the costs? What can it do and what can’t it do? Wootube is a prime…
14 Dec 2018, by Informa InsightsHealthcare | Technology
Queensland Health’s digital health journey
In 2012, Queensland Health began its digital health journey, which has seen the digital reinvention of nine Queensland Health hospitals – with many more earmarked for renewal as the scheme is rolled out across the State. The transformation included the launch of the integrated electronic Medical Record (ieMR) – distinct from a standard electronic medical…
14 Dec 2018, by Informa InsightsOccupational Health & Safety
The impact of megatrends on WHS and workers’ compensation policy
The rise of the ‘gig economy’, emerging technologies, and an aging workforce raise numerous questions in the context of work health and safety (WHS) and workers’ compensation. There are concerns that current policy and regulatory frameworks may not be adequate or appropriate for the ‘workforce of the future’. But, until recently, such a workforce has…
14 Nov 2018, by Amy SarcevicBanking & Finance | Energy & Utilities
International energy developments and their implications for Australian solar
Capital investment into energy assets is increasingly vulnerable to policy and technology change and is at risk of being stranded due to the rate of renewable energy deflation. The Paris Agreement, UN IPCC Report, increased frequency of climate-induced extreme weather events and a growing public contempt for pollutants all point to the likelihood of…
12 Nov 2018, by Amy SarcevicBanking & Finance | Legal
Defusing the ‘mortgage debt time-bomb’
The Australian financial marketplace is not short of legislation to protect consumers from predatory or irresponsible lending practices. The National Consumer Credit Protection Act 2009 provides a comprehensive set of legal guidelines requiring lenders and brokers to make reasonable, verified enquiries to ensure that consumers can comply with their financial obligations if the loan is…
9 Nov 2018, by Amy SarcevicHealthcare | Legal
Medical negligence in Ireland | a surge in cancer screening litigation
Two names that are known to everyone in Ireland are those of Vicky Phelan and Emma MhicMhathúna. In April 2018, Ms. Phelan, terminally ill with cervical cancer, brought forward a case before the High Court in Ireland; shortly followed by Ms. MhicMhathúna, who is now deceased as a result of the disease. Ms. Phelan, a…
1 Nov 2018, by Amy SarcevicEnergy & Utilities | Infrastructure
Continuing Snowy’s legacy
“Every time you sip your coffee in the morning, you must be thankful for Snowy. After all, Australia’s first ever coffee arrived in Cooma”, said Dean Lynch, Snowy 2.0 Relations Manager, ahead of the Snowy Region Construction & Development Conference. He is referring to the legacy of the Snowy Mountains Scheme – the 25-year, “nation…
29 Oct 2018, by Amy SarcevicInforma Australia is the nation's leading event organiser. Our events comprise of large scale exhibitions, industry conferences and highly specialised corporate training.
