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Correctional services need better mental health support

The article below was taken from Adelaide Now.   A DETAILED study of health services in South Australia's prisons has outlined improvements needed to better support inmates. The SA Health report, completed by PricewaterhouseCoopers and released today, recommends changes to prison health services and recommends improvements to mental health support for prisoners in the state's…

5 Jun 2012, by Informa Insights

Transport & Logistics

Update on the Regional Rail Link Project: Q&A with Metro Trains Melbourne

Metro Trains Melbourne will be presenting their case study, "Regional Rail Link Project Update" at RISSB's National Rail Turnouts Workshop next month. We had the chance to catch up with them last week and ask a few questions about the project and its impact on the communities involved. Here's a transcript of our Q&A with Metro…

29 May 2012, by Informa Insights

Transport & Logistics

How do we prepare Australian airports for the future?

Intensifying urban encroachment, changes in aviation security requirements and the implementation of new technologies to enable a more seamless passenger journey: Modern airports are facing many challenges in their pursuit to operate their facilities efficiently and cost-effectively. Australian airports play a crucial role in ensuring the nation’s mobility and supporting regional economic growth. Increasing passenger…

23 May 2012, by Informa Insights

Defence & Security

ADM Congress 2012 highlights + interviews!

The ADM Congress 2012 gathered senior Defence, National Security and Industry executives from all over the world to discuss the challenges and opportunities involved in global Defence. [youtube=http://youtu.be/ZCp3Mo-Do9k] This year included speakers from all sectors of Defence, including The Hon. Stephen Smith MP, Minister for Defence; Senator the Hon. Kim Carr, Minister for Defence Materiel;…

10 May 2012, by Informa Insights

Healthcare

St Vincent’s Public Hospital on electronic medication management systems

We had the opportunity to speak to Silvia Fazekas, Clinical Information Systems Manager at St Vincent's Public Hospital prior to the upcoming Electronic Medication Management conference running on the 21 to 22 June 2012 in Melbourne. Below are the questions we asked: 1. St Vincent's have been using electronic medication management systems for some time…

9 May 2012, by Informa Insights

Transport & Logistics

Understanding the real costs to daily car trips

Australian cities are confronted with worsening traffic congestion – a trend that has significant negative economic effects. A recent Sydney study by Booz and CO has found that bus congestion between the Sydney Harbour Bridge and the City alone is costing the state and commuters $13 million a year in lost revenue and wasted time.…

4 May 2012, by Informa Insights

Healthcare

Emergency Department Management

The processes that take place in the Emergency Department are critical for any hospital. Reducing wait times and creating a positive experience are important indexes of patient satisfaction. Inefficient methods can result in lost revenues and poor community image, as well as concern over patient safety. The Emergency Department (ED) is often a patient’s first…

1 May 2012, by Informa Insights

Planning & Design

Housing bubble an ever growing risk

In today’s economic climate, Australia’s housing market is placed under consistent scrutiny as prices edge towards unaffordable levels compounded with the ever growing risk of a housing bubble. Australia’s situation is unique due to the coastal population centers and booming population. Various stimulus packages have helped first time buyers gain a foothold on the property…

30 Apr 2012, by Informa Insights

Transport & Logistics

Australia leading the World in Aviation Security

The 7th annual Asia Pacific AVSEC 2012 continued its tradition of attracting key players and decision makers from the aviation security sector both nationally and internationally. The event provided a unique and relaxed networking platform that offered speakers and delegates the opportunity to engage in a thorough debate about aviation security today and in the…

27 Apr 2012, by Informa Insights

Transport & Logistics

Q&A Session: Reflections from the IHMA Congress Chairman

Looking forward to welcoming Congress attendees this May to the ‘land of a thousand welcomes’, Capt. Pat Farnan, Chairman, IHMA Congress 2012 & Harbour Master and Operations Manager, Port of Cork Company, Ireland highlights Cork’s maritime history and the links between Cork and the IHMA. As this circle becomes complete, he also reflects on the…

24 Apr 2012, by Informa Insights
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