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Professional Beauty

Bobbi Brings Back: Lip Colour
7/02/2012 12:59:51 PM
Bobbi Brown Cosmetics reintroduces discontinued lip colours via exclusive Facebook campaign.

Guinot Sponsors an Olympian!
7/02/2012 12:49:50 PM
Guinot are delighted to announce that they are now sponsoring Sydney Olympian Amanda Ross. Amanda competes in the equestrian discipline of Eventing, among the elite in her sport she attended the Sydne... more>>

NEW! Xtreme Lashes Long Lasting Brow Pen
7/02/2012 11:51:02 AM
Innovative, soft-tipped, long lasting brow pen achieves perfectly sculpted brows with ease.

Asia Cosmetics Innovation Summit 2012
7/02/2012 11:02:58 AM
Asia Cosmetic Innovation Summit 2012 will provide a platform for this booming industry when it starts at Shanghai, China, on May 9th - 11th, 2012.

The secret weapon in the anti-ageing war: Dr Spiller's Vitamin B3 breakthrough
7/02/2012 10:45:42 AM
Scientists have known about the skin benefits of ingesting Vitamin B3 for centuries, but Dr Spiller skincare experts have now uncovered an exciting new advancement in vitamin-enriched cosmetics: Niaci... more>>

Retail Biz

Specialty stores winning customers over
7/02/2012 2:00:31 PM
Large mall-based retail chains may face a difficult future as more consumers turn towards dedicated specialty stores for their shopping, according toMacquarie Equities Research.

Mobile drove Christmas shopping
7/02/2012 1:00:52 PM
There was a surge in mobile shopping during Christmas, according to the January Getprice online shopping index traffic.

More stores added to Wintergarden centre
7/02/2012 12:00:48 PM
ISPT has announced a number of new retailers had confirmed that they will be joining the centre, including Tommy Hilfiger, cosmetic giant Mecca Maxima, Ben Sherman and Sam Wagner.

Retail trade back down 0.1%
6/02/2012 4:15:16 PM
Following a 0.1 per cent rise in November 2011, the ABS has reported that retail trade figures for December, the most crucial month of trading, fell 0.1 per cent.

Group buying market to exceed $600M in 2012
6/02/2012 3:23:23 PM
The group buying industry continues to grow as the industry as generated half a billion dollar since commencing in 2010 with some 5,000 deals published and an average of 1 million vouchers sold each m... more>>

Spice News

WIN TIX: The State Theatre comes alive with the Sound of Music Sing-a-Long
7/02/2012 12:11:17 PM
Back by popular demand, Sing-A-Long-A Sound of Music returns to its spiritual home the State Theatre for three performances only and you can win tickets with SpiceNews!

Dockside Group partners with Home The Venue as official caterer
7/02/2012 11:18:00 AM
Dockside Group has announced they will be branching out into catering when they partner with HOME The Venue in Sydney's Cockle Bay to become their official caterer in 2012.

ASN Events launches easier online registration for internationals
6/02/2012 4:29:20 PM
ASN Events new online registration system has been given the thumbs up by the Department of Immigration and Citizenship, significantly lifting the bar for event registration in Australia.

Jamie Oliver to arrive in Oz for official launch
6/02/2012 2:23:56 PM
Celebrity chef Jamie Oliver, after much anticipation, has confirmed an Australian tour the first week in March 2012 for a variety of events and launches over three states.

Convention Wise merges with MCI Group
6/02/2012 9:17:41 AM
MCI, the world's largest global meeting and event management agency has merged with Tasmanian based Convention Wise

The Shout

Bottle shop taking on the banks
6/02/2012 12:29:41 PM
A former bottle shop owner has joined Australia's biggest series of class actions against unfair bank fees.

New rum bartenders can bank on
6/02/2012 11:58:07 AM
A premium award-winning white rum, inspired by the First Fleet's Joseph Banks and made from a blend of five quality rums, will be launched in Australia tonight.

Sydney Royal Wine Show kicks off
6/02/2012 11:43:40 AM
Judging for the prestigious 2012 Macquarie Group Sydney Royal Wine Show starts today at Sydney's Olympic Park.

William Grant launches "miracle" tequila
6/02/2012 11:16:24 AM
Continuing the expansion of its Australian spirits portfolio, William Grant & Sons has announced the launch of the award-winning Milagro Tequila.

Publican warns against "discounting spiral"
6/02/2012 10:45:48 AM
One of Queensland's best-known hotels has warned pub owners not to sell themselves short in order to attract business.

Australian Ageing Agenda

Danger behind the wheel
7/02/2012 11:44:27 AM
Taking psychoactive drugs, such as benzodiazepines and anti-depressants, could make an older person five times more likely to be involved in a car accident, a new study has found.

OPINION: Nursing the breaking point
7/02/2012 9:44:44 AM
The aged care sector should 'raise the bar' to attract the nurses it needs, writes Jane Boag, general manager of residential services at Benetas.

There's no need to suffer in silence
3/02/2012 4:11:21 PM
More than three million people in Australia and around the world are suffering in silence because medical professionals are denying them access to opioids, Palliative Care Australia says.

Nursing homes unsustainable
2/02/2012 5:39:40 PM
Australian aged care providers have been saying for some time that building and running a modern nursing home just doesn't add up financially. Now they have more figures to back their claims.

Cut staff or services?
2/02/2012 4:53:11 PM
If Australian governments don't cough up their 'fair share' of money needed to fund the recently awarded SACS worker wage increases, providers could be forced to cut staff or services to pay for it th... more>>

Current

ACCC consumer rights campaign comes with a warning for retailers
7/02/2012 12:35:19 PM
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has launched a media campaign designed to remind consumers of their rights when purchasing goods. The ACCC also warned that the laws have implication... more>>

Samsung appoints new corporate marketing director
7/02/2012 11:35:09 AM
Samsung Electronics Australia has today announced the appointment of Arno Lenior as marketing director - corporate, to lead the company's Australian Corporate and Marketing Communications division.

Masters, Big W & Dick Smith take on Costco in Canberra's Majura Park
7/02/2012 10:36:45 AM
Costco is set to go up against new large-format Masters, Big W and Dick Smith stores over the coming months, as Woolworths expands its presence in Canberra's Majura Park retail precinct. Current takes... more>>

Sony Australia GM of sales to depart after 26 years of service
6/02/2012 12:37:47 PM
Sony Australia has confirmed that David Hargreaves, a 26-year veteran of the company, has resigned. Hargreaves' final day will be 2 March 2012. As a result of this departure, the sales team structure ... more>>

Everything's coming up Sunbeam: FoodSaver, Emjoi & new appointment
6/02/2012 12:23:48 PM
Sunbeam's FoodSaver has been awarded best Small Appliance Product of the Year, its Emjoi sub-brand has topped the epilation category, and the company has a new addition to its personal care team.

Inside Film

The Amazing Spider-man trailer
7/02/2012 11:44:56 AM
Sony Pictures Entertainment has unveiled an extended look at the upcoming movie

Ben Allen wins APRA Tropscore competition
7/02/2012 10:54:07 AM
Alice Springs-based musician Ben Allen is the winner of the APRA Tropscore competition

Iloura: Priest VFX, Seth MacFarlane's Ted
6/02/2012 5:08:52 PM
We look at Iloura's VFX work on Priest, which can now be seen on DVD and Blu-Ray

A Few Best Men grosses another $1m; Sam Worthington's Man on a Ledge opens
6/02/2012 4:06:31 PM
A Few Best Men has grossed a further $1 million at the local box office

New doco series filming chef Mark Olive in Australia
6/02/2012 1:30:53 PM
A German documentary series is currently filming Indigenous chef Mark Olive in Australia

Government News

Kodak public sector contracts safe despite bankruptcy filings
7/02/2012 12:34:38 PM
In January, pioneering camera company, Eastman Kodak filed for bankruptcy protection in the United States. However, the company has assured GN readers this will not affect local government contracts.

Disabled children receive support services through NBN
7/02/2012 12:29:57 PM
Regional and remote Australia will have access to specialist services and therapies for children with hearing and vision impairments through the National Broadband Network.

Flooded interstate train tracks rehabilitated from rain effects
7/02/2012 12:07:11 PM
Ballast and drainage systems along the North South rail line connecting Sydney to Melbourne will be refurbished following rain downpour, causing the tracks to be flooded.

Rudd, kaspersky attend Munich conference to discuss cyber security
7/02/2012 11:47:18 AM
Former prime minister and current minister for foreign affairs - Kevin Rudd, flew to Munich, Germany to attend the 48th Munich Security Conference (MSC), to discuss issues ranging from the Middle East... more>>

Hervey Bay solar projects keep powers on
3/02/2012 3:06:44 PM
Energy Minister Stephen Robertson has welcomed another key milestone in the Bligh Government's $4 million plan to help power Hervey Bay with clean energy.

Jewellery World

POSITION VACANT - EXPERIENCED JEWELLER AND SETTER
6/02/2012 8:51:01 PM
Kings Hall Jewellers are specialist manufacturers of high quality diamond and precious stone jewellery. We require an experienced setter and an experienced jeweller to join the creative team at our l... more>>

LVMH records 16 percent increase in revenue
6/02/2012 4:10:20 PM
LVMH, the world's leading luxury products group, earned 23.7 billion Euros in 2011 - a 16 percent increase over 2010.

Cerrone joins Nationwide
6/02/2012 3:18:54 PM
After more than 35 years making and selling fine jewellery, Nicola Cerrone, one of Australia's most successful jewellers, has joined the Nationwide Jewellers buying group.

Thomas Sabo parties at Polo
6/02/2012 2:15:28 PM
Thomas Sabo launched its Spring and Summer 2012 collection with a party for around 100 fashion and lifestyle journalists and a handful of local celebrities in Sydney on Tuesday.

Adcock defends Pandora closures
6/02/2012 11:02:05 AM
Pandora Australia president Karin Adcock has defended the company's decision to close over 100 accounts in Australia and New Zealand less than 12 months after its closure of around 100 accounts in 201... more>>

Style Icons

Platinum Perfect
7/02/2012 12:17:23 PM
Pureology have developed a range that will keep clients' shade of blonde looking radiant whilst simultaneously combating the damage caused by lightening hair.

Brian Suhr for Davines
7/02/2012 12:10:50 PM
Italian hair stallion Brian Suhr celebrates almost seven years in his roles as Davines International Education Coordinator with a worldwide tour this March.

Summer Style Celebration
7/02/2012 12:05:36 PM
American Crew and KEVIN.MURPHY proved style masters at the annual GQ Vogue Summer Party - an event that celebrated the final vestiges of the season.

Bodyography Product Demonstration
7/02/2012 11:58:40 AM
Salon Owners are invited for a drink and hands-on make up demonstration at the Bodyography Professional Cosmetics Academy and Showroom next week.

Paul Mitchell has a Winner
2/02/2012 2:31:14 PM
The winner of the Paul Mitchell in-salon promo competition has been announced - Peter White has won a trip to Hawaii, and his hairdresser has too!

Transport and Logistics

Learn how to reduce your carbon footprint with The Fresh Connection in 2012
2/02/2012 3:53:33 PM
Does your company have the optimal carbon footprint? Have CO2 emissions been effectively linked to company profitability and social sustainability? If not, then take The Fresh Connection Challenge to ... more>>

Emirates SkyCargo appoints new manager for WA
2/02/2012 3:44:04 PM
Emirates Airline has appointed Marc Shedden as its new cargo manager for Western Australia, bringing almost 15 years' experience in the cargo and freight forwarding industries to the role.

Qantas to jack up prices in response to fuel costs, carbon tax
2/02/2012 3:33:04 PM
The Qantas Group has released further details on its response to the European Union (EU) and Australian carbon pricing schemes and increased fuel costs.

Special forklift for poultry farmers
2/02/2012 3:15:19 PM
Specialist Irish manufacturer Combilift has added the Combi-RT Poultry forklift to its range.

Coles, Bunnings results dragged down by Kmart and Target
2/02/2012 2:22:04 PM
Wesfarmers Limited has released its second quarter retail sales results for the period ending 31 December 2011. While Coles has continued strong year-on-year sales growth of 6.7% and Bunnings/Officewo... more>>

Australian Gift Guide

New Australian character brand hits market
7/02/2012 10:32:42 AM
Designer Guy Paterson has launched his character brand Smiling Bear with three strategic product partnerships.

New design talent unearthed at AIFF competition
7/02/2012 10:23:13 AM
Innovative seating and lighting pieces appear to be a strong design trend in 2012 if the results of The Edge competition at the Australian International Furniture Fair are anything to go by.

Valentine's Day expected to buck sluggish spending trend
6/02/2012 4:34:08 PM
Love is most definitely in the air according to analysts at IBISWorld, which predicts Valentine's Day spending to spike 4.8 per cent on last year.

Distributor partners with happiness book duo for greeting card range
6/02/2012 2:30:28 PM
The Aird Group has gone into collaboration with the couple behind best-seller The Little Book of Happiness for an animal inspired greeting card collection.

Eeni meeni miini moh celebrates 10th birthday
2/02/2012 9:31:26 AM
Funky childrens wear brand eeni meeni miini moh has racked up 10 years in business and will celebrate by unveiling its new Autumn Winter collection.