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Healthcare
How to manage delirium and dementia in hip fracture patients
Managing delirium and dementia in hip fracture patients is a common challenge. In the lead-up to the 2nd annual Hip Fracture Management conference, we had the chance to ask some of our speakers about their organisations top strategies for recognising and managing delirious or confused patients. Our interventions are: Evaluation by the orthogeriatrics program Identification…
4 Nov 2013, by Informa InsightsMining & Resources
Countries ‘must continue fracking for energy independence’
Fracking is an important practice for countries looking to maintain their energy independence, an analyst firm has claimed. Frost & Sullivan said that while hydraulic fracturing has been under immense pressure from green groups, drilling for shale gas extraction has far more benefits than disadvantages. The organisation claimed fracking has been suspended or slowed down…
4 Nov 2013, by Informa InsightsMining & Resources
MRRT repeal legislation applauded by mining industry
The mining engineering industry has welcomed news that legislation to repeal the Mineral Resource Rent Tax (MRRT) has been published by the federal government. Released on Thursday (October 24), the document outlines the Coalition's plans to remove the tax from July 1 2014. The Association of Mining and Exploration Companies (AMEC) was among the first…
2 Nov 2013, by Informa InsightsTransport & Logistics
Managing port maintenance costs
Is it necessary to sweat port assets for efficient functioning and greater productivity -or is there a more effective way to maintain equipment? We spoke to Tony Saker, Managing Director of UMS Group Asia Pacific to see if this is the best option for local ports. Sweating port assets and equipment was recently discussed in…
31 Oct 2013, by Informa InsightsMining & Resources
Announcing Direct Action Policy Conference
The newly elected Abbott government has started fleshing out aspects of its soon-to-be implemented climate change policy. Direct Action will initiate a move from an emissions trading scheme to an Emissions Reduction Fund – A decision that has undoubtedly sparked debate from the opposition and resistance from a number of organisations. It is in this…
31 Oct 2013, by Informa InsightsMining & Resources
Queensland invites investment from mining companies
More mining engineering projects could be set for Queensland in the near future, with the state government urging companies in the industry to invest. Natural resources and mines assistant minister Lisa France said the Newman government is working hard to make Queensland an attractive spot for mining firms. Ms France highlighted the importance of the…
31 Oct 2013, by Informa InsightsLeadership & Communication
One in four households ‘have women as main breadwinner’
The number of women who are the main breadwinners in the household has risen over the last decade, new figures have revealed.Statistics from the National Centre for Social and Economic Modelling (NATSEM) at the University of Canberra and AMP found one-quarter of women now earn the most money in their family.This represents 140,000 more households…
31 Oct 2013, by Informa InsightsLeadership & Communication
How to transition from ‘doer’ to manager and leader
All too often, people have taken on management responsibilities on the strength of their technical or specialist skills. However, a management role depends on achieving results through others which requires a significantly different skill set. We had the chance to speak to Professor Alan Patching* about the biggest challenges in successfully managing the transition from…
30 Oct 2013, by Informa InsightsTransport & Logistics
Lean: Securing the future of Australian rail manufacturing and maintenance?
Without a new approach to reducing overheads and increasing efficiency, the Australian rail manufacturing industry will not survive. In response to this industry-wide challenge Downer Rail has developed a new model for passenger and freight rail manufacturing and maintenance that uses Lean methodologies to reduce costs and streamline productivity. The introduction of Lean was initiated…
30 Oct 2013, by Informa InsightsMining & Resources
South Africa to foster economic growth through iron ore beneficiation
Earlier this year, the South African government gave local beneficiation of minerals a boost by introducing a research and development (R&D) tax incentive as part of the nation’s long-term economic strategy. The tax incentive, which will provide an income tax deduction of up to 50% to eligible companies, is designed to encourage improved local technology…
29 Oct 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.
