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Professional Beauty

Lamprobe reaches international acclaim in the beauty industry
25/01/2012 2:55:18 PM
Skincare practitioners worldwide recognise the Lamprobe as the most effective equipment for the treatment of a wide range of common minor skin irregularities.

Bio Sculpture Gel go from strength to strength
25/01/2012 2:26:31 PM
When it comes to the nail category, Bio Sculpture Gel is one brand that continues to shine, having won four prestigious industry awards in 2011 alone.

What's your skin's age? You decide with HOYS
25/01/2012 11:41:13 AM
HOYS Pty Ltd is debuting its new self-assessment computer software program the Home Of Younger Skin, which has been developed by one of Australia's leading dermatologists Assoc. Prof. Greg Goodman to ... more>>

OPI have a star studded week
25/01/2012 10:37:14 AM
OPI has had a star studded week at the 2012 Golden Globes and The People's Choice Awards.

Calling all nail industry professionals
25/01/2012 9:39:04 AM
If you are a nail technician, salon owner or work in the nail industry please complete our nail survey for your chance to win a Bellissima International Bella Forma Starter Kit valued at $165, donated... more>>

Retail Biz

2012: The year of smart devices
25/01/2012 1:00:00 PM
Deloitte's global technology, media and telecommunications report has predicted Australian households will spend $5.44 billion on computers and software, which is 80 per cent of the estimated $6.8 bil... more>>

Metcash grows food and grocery staff
25/01/2012 12:00:25 PM
With a focus to grow its food and grocery department, Metcash has appointed Silvestro Morabito to the new position of chief operating officer food and grocery.

Digital Alchemy turns to IBM
25/01/2012 11:50:01 AM


Hoyts pilots smartphone app from MasterCard
24/01/2012 2:00:17 PM
In a global first, the QkR by MasterCard in-cinema smart ordering service will be piloted by the Commonwealth Bank at a number of Hoyts cinemas for several weeks from January.

Harvey Norman franchisee model criticised
24/01/2012 1:00:06 PM
Macquarie Securities has declared Harvey Norman's franchisee fee structure as "unsustainable" given the current retail market's propensity towards discounting in low margin categories.

Spice News

Hamilton Island welcomes the return of Business Class
27/01/2012 1:09:31 PM
For the first time in eight years, flights to Hamilton Island will feature Business Class and the move to introduce the cabin by Virgin Australia is set to boost luxury traffic to the destination.

Emirates adds Barcelona to network
27/01/2012 1:00:30 PM
Emirates is boosting its presence in Spain with the launch of Barcelona flights and the doubling of Madrid services from July.

Impact AV provides installation for new Merewether Surfhouse
27/01/2012 12:42:32 PM
Impact AV Australia has provided an audio visual design and installation for the new function centre at Merewether Surfhouse in NSW's Newcastle.

Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre expansion Opens
27/01/2012 11:16:22 AM
Opened Wednesday to commemorate once year since the Centre re-opening following the Brisbane floods, Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre on Grey Street - is now officially open for events

2012 season kicks off for Melbourne and Sydney Event Showcases
27/01/2012 10:34:01 AM
Exhibition and Trade Fairs, owners of Melbourne's and Sydney's Event Showcase, has announced that the Showcase season has commenced for another year.

The Shout

Eau-de-Vie founder's new Sydney bar
27/01/2012 2:07:47 PM
The doors to The Roosevelt officially open today, adding a new chapter to a legendary Potts Point venue and bringing an innovative bar and restaurant concept to Sydney.

VIDEO: Jacob's Creek trialling new varietals
27/01/2012 1:54:21 PM
With predictions of an excellent 2012 vintage which commenced last week, Jacob's Creek chief winemaker Bernard Hickin has revealed he and his Orlando team have started experimenting with eight new Eur... more>>

Coles, Woolies spared worst of crackdown
27/01/2012 1:50:56 PM
Coles and Woolworths have emerged relatively unscathed from the NSW crackdown on liquor licence applications by the three major chains.

Under-fire Aldi defends "modest" offering
27/01/2012 1:31:16 PM
Liquor sold in Aldi stores is less likely to cause community harm than that of other retailers, the supermarket chain argued, amid a crackdown by the NSW liquor regulator on 14 of its liquor licence a... more>>

Pubs facing "chronic labour shortages"
27/01/2012 1:01:49 PM
The Australian Hotels Association has criticised the Government's new Labour Agreement template for the hospitality industry as missing the mark.

Australian Ageing Agenda

Making the most of the third age
25/01/2012 4:45:52 PM
Retirees want to keep being useful and productive, but not in the same old job, according to a new report. Could aged care providers benefit from offering 'encore careers'?

Stem cell hope for leading cause of blindness.
25/01/2012 4:29:06 PM
A preliminary report for a study using human embryonic stem cell transplantation into the eye has sparked hope for reversing the devastating effects of macular degeneration. It's also the first time '... more>>

Funding rollout for veterans
25/01/2012 2:48:43 PM
A long list of veteran groups around the country are set to receive more than $442,000 in grants, the Minister for Veterans' Affairs, Warren Snowdon, has announced.

The problem with medication management
25/01/2012 2:07:27 PM
A recent audit into the medication provision practices of almost 50 Victorian aged care facilities has brought to light five key concerns.

Telehealth pilots showcase the NBN
25/01/2012 10:00:00 AM
The government has put up another $20 million for trials of telehealth in the home, but only if they tie in with the National Broadband Network rollout.

Current

Mophie portable battery case could destroy the iPod it was bought to protect
27/01/2012 2:04:07 PM
A battery charging carry case for Apple iPod Touch MP3 players has been recalled due to the potential for minor burns and property damaging resulting from overheating.

Ultrabooks, Dick Smith and JB Now - Five Minutes with JB Hi-Fi CEO
25/01/2012 1:57:42 PM
Back in the office after his Christmas break, JB Hi-Fi CEO Terry Smart has answered some quickfire questions on CES, JB's share price, the year ahead and persistent rumours linking the company with me... more>>

Lining up for Apple products is soooo last year, mocks Samsung
25/01/2012 12:45:24 PM
Samsung's advertising battle against Apple continues, with the smartphone manufacturer bringing out more ads in its "Next Big Thing" campaign, mocking die-hard fanboys.

Sony's Personal 3D Viewer offers plenty of entertainment...for one
25/01/2012 10:46:05 AM
Sony has announced the Australian arrival of its new Personal 3D Viewer. But the futuristic headset and its experience of "deep immersion" will only be available in Sony Centres and online, with other... more>>

Two cars in every garage, even more iPads in the home, predicts futurist
25/01/2012 9:59:42 AM
While suppliers and retailers traditionally focus on delivering products to the uninitiated, Deloitte has overnight predicted that the most likely consumer of a new tablet during 2012 will be an exist... more>>

Inside Film

My Week With Marilyn trailer
27/01/2012 11:48:28 AM
The film will be released in Australia on February 16

Chronicle trailer
27/01/2012 11:38:52 AM
The supernatural action film is released in local cinemas on February 2

Indie documentary sheds light on the current state of the Australian film indust
27/01/2012 11:26:53 AM
A new, indie documentary is to be produced, investigating the current state of the Australian film industry

Wastelander Panda Film attracts over 10,000 online views in 24 hours
27/01/2012 11:24:55 AM
The three-minute, live-action tale has attracted online attention

AFTRS Centre for Screen Business publishes free ipad book
27/01/2012 11:22:44 AM
CSB's first book, Strange Business: making sense of the film industry, is available for free

Government News

Wastewater treatment plant given sustainable options
27/01/2012 4:12:04 PM
The Tasmanian Government is initiating a project providing total reuse of wastewater effluent to communities across the state.

Research hospital planned for Geelong
27/01/2012 3:21:03 PM
Construction and ongoing jobs will be secured during the building of a hospital in Geelong for about half a billion dollars.

NBN coverage sought for regional Victoria
27/01/2012 2:34:46 PM
The National Broadband Network alone does not address all telecommunications services that are critical for regional and rural Victoria, according to the Victorian Government.

Schools given funds to generate energy
25/01/2012 3:34:22 PM
The Parliamentary Secretary for Climate Change and Energy Efficiency, Mark Dreyfus, has announced the latest schools to receive grants as part of the Gillard Government's National Solar Schools Progra... more>>

Lake Macquarie sets up for cycling environment
25/01/2012 11:42:03 AM
New South Wales-based city of Lake Macquarie has released its Draft Cycling Strategy, a plan to make cycling an eligible transport option for residents.

Jewellery World

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26/01/2012 5:23:53 PM
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Pandora closes another 100
23/01/2012 9:45:11 PM
Less than 12 months after the closure of 100 accounts in Australia and New Zealand, Pandora has shocked the Australian jewellery industry with the announcement of the closure of another 100.

Swatch sales reach $7.26 billion
23/01/2012 3:17:03 PM
Despite the Eurozone crisis and worldwide economic instability, Swatch Group increased its gross sales by 21.7 percent to reach a record 7.14 billion Swiss francs ($7.26 billion) in 2011.

Gold heads towards US$2000: GFMS
23/01/2012 1:04:23 PM
The gold price could reach US$2000 this year, according to the latest Gold Survey update by Thomson Reuters GFMS.

Life begins at 40 for Linneys
23/01/2012 12:04:22 PM
WA-based retail jeweller Linneys is celebrating its 40th Birthday with the launch of a new collection as well as greater involvement from the next generation of the Linney family.

Style Icons

ghd Session Stylist Trials
27/01/2012 11:32:45 AM
Ever dreamt of becoming a Session Stylist? The ghd team are now on the hunt for the next crop of stylists to join their backstage session styling team.

OPI Nails It
27/01/2012 11:19:29 AM
OPI celebrated a star studded week at the 2012 Golden Globes and People's Choice Awards; gracing the nails of Hollywood's finest.

IHS Membership 2012
27/01/2012 11:10:52 AM
Created in 1956, the International Hairstylists Society provides a platform for hairdressers to express their talent and creativity - become a member in 2012!

Multisonic Morning
27/01/2012 10:52:01 AM
Join Great Lengths CEO Rob Aubin as you are introduced to the new Multisonic Machine and improved Great Lengths Dual Active product range.

An Event to Remember
27/01/2012 10:27:33 AM
Flip the switch and turn on your next event with Illuminated Event Hire - Australia's largest innovator of custom designed illuminated furniture and event decor.

Transport and Logistics

Internal Combustion Pneumatic Tyres Forklifts - 4.0 - 5.5 Tonnes
25/01/2012 4:13:03 PM
Mitsubishi GRENDIA Series Forklift, the Next generation, higher performance machine Outstanding performance...exceptional value for money.

Australia's first rail safety boss may come from overseas
25/01/2012 12:18:58 AM
A global search to find a CEO for Australia's first ever National Rail Safety Regulator is under way.

Qantas, TWU, FWA finally agree on engineers' pay rates
25/01/2012 12:09:42 AM
Fair Work Australia has made a final determination on employment terms and conditions for around 1,600 licensed aircraft maintenance engineers.

Recycle old wood packaging to reduce your supply chain carbon footprint
24/01/2012 11:52:54 PM
Recycling 1,000 old one-way wood pallets can save over six and a half tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions, while repairing and reusing 1,000 heavy wood pallets can save over twenty-four and a half tonn... more>>

Amazon targets China, India for growth
24/01/2012 11:19:27 PM
Online retailer Amazon.com will establish a logistics centre in the south western Chinese city of Nanning, and its first logistics centre in Mumbai, India.

Australian Gift Guide

Retailers stock up for Chinese New Year
25/01/2012 10:24:10 AM
With the Year of the Dragon upon us, retailers have been busy stocking their shelves with related product for Chinese New Year.

Oxfam Christmas sales top previous year
24/01/2012 10:01:51 AM
Oxfam retail stores and Oxfam Unwrapped have recorded a rise in sales over the Christmas period despite concerns the retail downturn would affect spending.

Design Mode International takes over distribution of Royal VKB
23/01/2012 2:41:10 PM
Design Mode International is the new distributor for Dutch brand Royal VKB after taking over from Milk and Sugar, which wants to concentrate on developing its own brands.

Pumpkin Patch appoints administrators to UK retail operations
20/01/2012 3:41:55 PM
Pumpkin Patch's UK subsidiary, which operates 36 stores, has been placed into administration after a review conducted by the company and external advisors.

Trendtastic to distribute Thumbs Up down under
20/01/2012 9:58:10 AM
Trendtastic has been appointed the Australian distributor for UK gadget and toy company Thumbs Up.