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Shaneika Sutherland wins 2023 Rising Star Award by Insurance Business

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Shaneika Sutherland, Broker Operations and Distribution Manager at BizCover for Brokers (B4B), a leading insurtech platform, has been named a winner of the 2023 Insurance Business Rising Star Award. Sutherland was selected by a panel of esteemed judges to make the prestigious list, which celebrates exceptional young talent who are positively impacting the insurance industry. “It’s an honour to be … Continued

Time for a ‘Treecharge’? Aussie professionals are struggling to switch-off from work: LinkedIn and Unyoked

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Sydney, 22 November 2023: New research reveals the challenge many Australians encounter when it comes to finding innovative ways to reset and recharge beyond traditional methods, ultimately impacting their ability to be fully engaged at work. The study, conducted as part of a collaboration between LinkedIn, the world’s leading professional network, and Unyoked, the pioneering … Continued

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Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson interview with Oly Peterson. 6PR Perth Subject: Small Business Cyber Security 20 November 2023   Oly Peterson On average, a cyber attack on a small business, it costs $46,000. If you own or operate a small business, maybe you work in one yourself. Have you been … Continued

MEDIA ADVISORY/DIARY DATE

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AUSTRALIAN DIGNITARIES AND DESCENDANTS TO HONOUR LOST SOULS OF DISCOVERED SHIPWRECK MONTEVIDEO MARU Event: Commemorative Dinner to honour lost souls of the Montevideo Maru found in April 2023.  Date: Monday, November 27, 2023. Time: 6pm for 6.30pm Guest arrival. Location: Aircraft Hall, The Australian War Memorial, Fairbairn Avenue, Campbell, Canberra. What: Silentworld Foundation is pleased … Continued

“A Monetary Policy Fit for the Future”

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ABE is pleased to present a briefing and discussion at our annual dinner   Ms Michele Bullock, Governor, Reserve Bank of Australia “A Monetary Policy Fit for the Future”   Wednesday 22 November 2023, 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm AEDT   The Governor will talk about the recent monetary policy decision and progress on the … Continued

“Once-in-a-decade” electricity demand could result in blackouts this summer

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The Australian Energy Market Operator has warned that we’re expecting a once-in-a-decade surge in electricity demand, putting Australia’s energy system to the test. An expert is available to explain how we might avoid blackouts this summer. Topics: energy system, electricity, electrical grid, summer, blackouts, air conditioners, heatwaves Associate Professor Lasantha Meegahapola, Electrical and Biomedical Engineering … Continued

Igniting Inclusion event celebrates International Day for People with Disability through art, laughter, and action

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  Event in Parramatta features comedian and artist Tim Ferguson and award-winning musician Justine Eltakchi  Winners of the national Artful Art Prize will exhibit their work and some are attending the event  Ambitious new disability employment initiative will be showcased  Igniting Inclusion is an evening to celebrate social inclusion for all through creativity, comedy, and … Continued

Sydney Harbour Jetties to be pimped up to make more fish

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Private jetties and pontoons in Sydney Harbour are set to be the focus of an innovative fish habitat project as fishing conservation charity OzFish Unlimited launches their latest fish habitat project.    Fittingly titled ‘PIMP MY JETTY’, the project will see low-cost fish habitat units made from natural fibre rope and timber suspended underneath jetties … Continued

Monash Expert: Optus CEO resignation

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Monash University experts are available to comment following the resignation of the Optus CEO.   Dr Nathan Eva, Associate Professor in Leadership, Monash Business School media@monash.edu +61 3 9903 4840   The following comments can be attributed to Dr Eva:   “Resigning was the right thing to do and probably good timing. I assume that … Continued

OMBUDSMAN APPLAUDS CYBER SUPPORT FOR SMALL BUSINESS

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New support announced today by the Australian Government to help small businesses combat cyber attacks is extremely welcome, says the Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Bruce Billson.  “One of the biggest fears a small business has is that they will be targeted and wiped out by a cyber attack and we are pleased … Continued