AusBiz.
The home of real Australian business stories.
AusBiz.
The home of real Australian business stories.
Improving skills and changing lives this National Skills Week
With Australia reporting a national skills shortage, Aussies are being encouraged to look into VET training during National Skills Week.
Monitoring artificial light for better sleep and overall health
Experts have developed a wearable monitor to track the impact of artificial light on sleep patterns and overall wellbeing.
What underground acoustics reveal about soil health
Experts are using underground acoustics to measure levels of soil health and biodiversity in a new study from Flinders University.
Experts concerned as global temperatures exceed 1.5°C warming
Experts have revealed that global temperatures have exceeded 1.5°C warming for a full year, with dangerous consequences if we don’t act now.
Inside The McDonald College’s Incredible 2024 Season
The McDonald College has had an incredible 2024 season with some of Australia’s best young talent, showcasing their impressive performing arts program.
Winter Shelter: Helping homeless men during rough winters
Winter Shelter provides homeless men in Victoria with warm beds and cooked meals to bring them safety in challenging times.
Space scholarships for Pacific Island nation students
Two Aussie organisations have come together to bring an exciting space and STEM education outreach program to Pacific Island nation students.
Why Australia should prioritise green steel
Australia has a vital role to play in decarbonising steel production and encouraging the uptake of green steel instead.
Supporting better road safety can improve ambulance responses
A new report from BITRE reveals that an increase in annual road crashes is a major burden on Australia’s social and financial systems.
Read the latest issue and our biannual edition
AusBiz. is a bi-monthly magazine featuring the best investigative stories pertaining to Australian business, agriculture, mining, technology and more. It is published as part of TrulyAus magazine for Rex Airlines. AusBiz. biannual can be found in Rex lounges in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Adelaide, at Mines & Money trade shows across the country, and at Skye Suites Sydney and Brisbane Airport Hotels.
Spotlight
Spotlight
Agriculture
Goterra’s buzzworthy approach to tackling food waste
The groundbreaking partnership between Woolworths and Goterra leverages insects in ‘Maggot Robots’ to tackle food waste.
The future of plant-based meat in Australia
Plant-based meat alternatives are growing in popularity due to the associated health benefits and environmentally-friendly production practices.
Cost of living relief for farming communities
The National Farmers’ Federation is urging the government to assess agricultural policies as they prioritise cost of living relief.
An outlook on the Australian dairy sector in 2024
Rabobank has predicted that the Australian dairy sector will see promising growth in 2024, leading to improved industry conditions.
A guide to Australia’s emerging agricultural industries
Discover the emerging agricultural industries making waves in Australia and learn how they continue to innovate and expand.
Business
Empowering FIFO workers on the divorce journey
Learn how to navigate the divorce journey and address its emotional challenges as a FIFO worker in Australia.
Q&A with Andrew Cockbain of Australian Power Equipment
We chat with Andrew Cockbain about how critical sourcing and a circular economy are driving sustainability at Australian Power Equipment.
Australians should expect 200,000 more AI-related jobs by 2030
A new report reveals that Australians can expect an additional 200,000 AI-related jobs by 2030 as technology is embraced in the workplace.
Improving skills and changing lives this National Skills Week
With Australia reporting a national skills shortage, Aussies are being encouraged to look into VET training during National Skills Week.
Inside The McDonald College’s Incredible 2024 Season
The McDonald College has had an incredible 2024 season with some of Australia’s best young talent, showcasing their impressive performing arts program.
Charity
Three amazing Aussie charities that deserve your attention
These amazing Aussie charities are working hard to support their communities through initiatives, drives and volunteer programs.
12 great charitable initiatives of 2023
Explore 12 impactful charitable initiatives in 2023, from empowering Indigenous youth to aiding homeless with innovative solutions.
Bridge of Hope supports young people in need
Bridge of Hope foundation has launched a new program supporting vulnerable young women transitioning to independent living.
Three Aussie charities to keep on your radar
These three amazing Aussie charities foster connection for people in need. Read on to discover how you can lend a helping hand.
Running for charity: the journey of two inspirational men
Read about two incredible men running for charity in order to raise awareness for the issues that matter the most to them.
Mining
The pilot program redefining alumina mining
The world’s first hydrogen pilot for alumina is scheduled to take place in Australia, and it could have great environmental implications.
Innovation and Invention at the 2023 World Mining Congress
The 2023 World Mining Congress has unveiled amazing technology and programs dedicated to promoting sustainability and efficiency in mining.
The future of lithium production
An Aussie start-up has developed a cheaper, faster and greener method of extracting lithium, a vital mineral and common resource.
What to expect for Queensland’s mining sector in 2024
Queensland’s mining sector could see some major changes in the wake of falling demand and net zero goals, and it’s time to talk about it.
An outlook on mining in Western Australia for 2024
Dive into this outlook on mining in Western Australia to unpack the expected changes and trends for 2024, and what impact they could have.
Property
Regional property prices are cutting the work commute
Telecommuting is the new phenomenon changing the way Australians are living and driving up regional property prices.
Get to Goulburn NSW
Goulburn NSW offers all of the services of a major regional centre, yet a 10-minute drive in any direction means you can be living rural.
Hot Property Trends in 2022
With a slowing housing market, people are turning to renovations and home improvements in 2022, often with an environmental conscience.
Regional property prices are cutting the work commute
Telecommuting is the new phenomenon changing the way Australians are living and driving up regional property prices.
Get to Goulburn NSW
Goulburn NSW offers all of the services of a major regional centre, yet a 10-minute drive in any direction means you can be living rural.
Hot Property Trends in 2022
With a slowing housing market, people are turning to renovations and home improvements in 2022, often with an environmental conscience.
Environment
Counting flamingo populations using AI
Scientists from UNSW have discovered a way to use machine learning to count flamingo populations in the salt pans of Botswana.
How to reduce plastic use this World Refill Day
World Refill Day falls on the 16 June and it’s all about reducing Australia’s single-use plastic waste in a few simple steps.
Record highs for Australia’s endangered species
Research has shown that the number of endangered species in Australia has reached record highs in the last two years, and many are concerned.
Counting flamingo populations using AI
Scientists from UNSW have discovered a way to use machine learning to count flamingo populations in the salt pans of Botswana.
How to reduce plastic use this World Refill Day
World Refill Day falls on the 16 June and it’s all about reducing Australia’s single-use plastic waste in a few simple steps.
Record highs for Australia’s endangered species
Research has shown that the number of endangered species in Australia has reached record highs in the last two years, and many are concerned.