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Month: October 2013

Business

Poll: Will the proposal to increase the FDI limit in India’s media sector further collaboration between Australia and Asia?

The Indian Government are formulating a proposal which could transform the media industry. A proposal to lift foreign direct investment (FDI) in the sector to 100% on a case by case basis could help the struggling industry and provoke a great deal of change to the media landscape both in Asia and Australia. In your…

2 Oct 2013, by Informa Insights

Mining & Resources

Clough director calls for oil and gas stability

Australia needs more stability in its oil and gas sector under the new government, according to an industry expert. Kevin Gallagher, managing director of oil and gas contractor Clough, was quoted by The Australian as saying that he hoped prime minister Tony Abbott would bring much-needed confidence to an industry that has been plagued with…

2 Oct 2013, by Informa Insights

Healthcare

Improving time to surgery for hip fracture patients

In an aging population the number of hip fracture cases is on the rise. With over 16 000 cases annually, the human and system costs are becoming an increasing issue. In the lead-up to the 2nd annual Hip Fracture Management conference, we had the chance to ask some of our speakers what they consider key…

1 Oct 2013, by Informa Insights

Transport & Logistics

Building on asset management: the need for an integrated & national plan

Before the Federal election, news sites and newspapers were awash with the latest and greatest infrastructure projects that would be undertaken by the newly elected government. We've also seen the development of the infrastructure prime minister and the proposal for a 15-year infrastructure plan of national projects; but can we justify a plan with no…

1 Oct 2013, by Informa Insights

Leadership & Communication

Tips for improving your emotional intelligence

Possessing good emotional intelligence (EI) can be key in leadership development, enabling you to better handle high-pressure situations and rally team members to the cause. EI is the ability to recognise and understand your emotions and those of others, as well as using this information to build stronger interpersonal relationships and create calmer working environments.…

1 Oct 2013, by Informa Insights