Easing Inflation Helps Maintain Steady Rates
The annual rate of inflation eased slightly during the September 2014 quarter, reaffirming the widely held view that interest rates will remain at record lows for some time to come...

Land Sales Signal Healthy Year for Housing Construction
Quarterly residential land sales held up at reasonably elevated levels throughout 2013/14, with a healthy June quarter greatly assisting the fiscal year result of 10 per cent growth...

Industry Urges Govt to "Maintain the Rage" on Red Tape
The Government's focus on reducing industry red tape is "very encouraging", according to Australian Industry Group Chief Executive Innes Willox...

Top Tips When Lifting Heavy Objects
Lifting heavy objects is an essential part of many job descriptions. However carelessness when doing so can lead to pulled muscles or even long-term joint or spine injuries...

Warning Issued for Aust-China FTA
Industry has urged the federal government to only proceed with an Australia-China FTA after thorough and genuine consideration has been given to the impact it will have...

Manufacturers Urged to Drive High Performance Work Practices
SME manufacturers stand to gain significantly from high performance work practices, but most workplaces still have a long way to go before they reap the full benefits...