New Korean bio-health strategy triggers opportunities for Australia in the life sciences sector
In May 2019, South Korean President, Moon Jae-in, announced an ‘Innovative Strategy on the Bio-health Industry’. This new strategy for bio-health will provide partnership and collaboration opportunities for Australian companies across various sectors including the commercialisation of research and development (R&D), clinical trials and digital health. Read more.
Queensland gives international students employment edge
The new Study Queensland Talent Program[https://www.studyqueensland.qld.gov.au/Why-Qld/Talent-Program] will give international students who choose Queensland stronger global employment prospects following graduation. Read more.
Queensland exporter Lightweave sees future in Seoul
Brisbane tech company Lightweave has taken its next step into Asia after featuring in a Seoul showcase with TIQ’s support. Read more.
Bundaberg businesses audited
Fair Work inspectors are today completing audits of about 40 businesses in Queensland’s Wide Bay region, following concerns that employers in the horticulture sectors may be breaching workplace laws. Read more.
Chinese student underpaid nearly $13,000
A Sydney horticulture labour-hire company will back-pay $12,933 to a Chinese student after a Fair Work Ombudsman investigation uncovered multiple breaches of workplace laws. Read more.
‘Queenslander’ beef launched in Japan
New beef brand ‘Queenslander’ was launched in Tokyo recently when Japan’s famous Iron Chef, Hiroyuki Sakai, featured the product at his La Rochelle[http://www.la-rochelle.co.jp/english/] restaurant. Read more.
Media Release Queensland Exports Rebound as to Australia’s Trade Surplus Reaches a Record
Queensland exports led by a rebound in coal sales and elevated liquefied natural gas shipment help propel Australia to a record trade surplus of $5.75 billion in seasonally adjusted terms according to data released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS). Read more.
RedEye continues rapid global expansion
Queensland engineering software company RedEye[http://www.redeye.co/] is continuing its rapid global expansion with a third office in North America, a new office in New Zealand and plans to enter Europe. Read more.
RBA Rate Cuts Rates Again in Response to Weaker Economic Conditions
The Chamber of Commerce and Industry Queensland (CCIQ) has welcomed the Reserve Bank of Australia’s (RBA) decision to lower the official cash rate to 1.00% recognising the challenges in the domestic economy. Read more.
Payroll Tax rates and thresholds
CCIQ successfully advocated for payroll tax relief for businesses in its State Budget 2019 submission. This directly resulted in the State Government announcement of payroll tax changes as part of the 2019-20 state budget. Read more.