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Past Media Releases

Past Austrade media releases are displayed below.

 

Other trade-related media releases and speeches are available from the Minister for Trade, Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT), and the Export Finance and Insurance Corporation (EFIC).

 

Articles and other commentary from Austrade’s Chief Economist available in Economist’s Corner.

2007 Media Releases

More and more Aussie art being framed in the US 26 Feb 2007
Americans just can’t seem to get enough Australian art, helping the local art industry increase its profile and sales in the multi-billion US arts market.
Australian export firms tackle climate change 26 Feb 2007
In an effort to help curb global climate change, Australian businesses that provide environmentally friendly products or services are encouraged to consider exporting by the Australian Government’s export promotion agency, Austrade.
Western Europe abuzz with Medihoney alternative to steroids for childhood eczema 20 Feb 2007
Queensland company, Medihoney, is a hive of activity after negotiating a world first independent study by Germany’s Bonn University to confirm the effects of a revolutionary non steroid treatment for childhood eczema based on honey.
Australian manufacturers get a jump start on trans-Tasman exporting  20 Feb 2007
New rules of origin arrangements under the Australia-New Zealand Closer Economic Relations Agreement (ANZCERTA) which came into effect on 1 January 2007, are just the catalyst Australian exporters need to take the next step in the New Zealand marketplace, according to a leading Australian recreational vehicle manufacturer.
Australian cattle exports to Taiwan on the move 20 Feb 2007
Elders International, with the help of Austrade, has exported 210 pregnant Jersey heifers to Taiwan, for breeding purposes and improved milk production, with follow-up shipments on the way.
Sand, sea, safety and studying in Australia 20 Feb 2007
South African students can expect competitively priced fees, a high quality of life, low cost of living, a safe environment and a high quality education according to the Australian Trade Commission who are inviting local students to hear first hand the benefits of studying in Australia at a free seminar on 26 February 2007.
Unprecedented export growth for small-to-medium businesses  14 Feb 2007
Figures show the proportion of Australian small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs) exporting has doubled in the past two years, with the rise of emerging economies like China and India driving the surge.
Aussie businesses urged to become “insiders” in China  13 Feb 2007
One of the important factors for export success in China is to understand how the market works ‘on-the-ground’ according to newly appointed Country Manager of the Austrade network’s 15 offices around China, Peter Osborne.
Dry economics: Exports and the drought in perspective 9 Feb 2007
The international competitiveness of Australia’s agricultural sector will help it survive the drought, despite the harshness of ‘the big dry’, according to Austrade’s Chief Economist Tim Harcourt.
Magic cave for Alibaba: Aussie architects win office deal 8 Feb 2007
One of Australia’s most highly regarded architectural firms HASSELL Pty Ltd has won a contract to design the new headquarters for one of China’s most successful online trading companies, Alibaba.com with the help of Austrade.
Aussie farm innovation showcased at World Ag Expo 2007 8 Feb 2007
Agribusinesses from across Australia will showcase their expertise and network in world's largest Ag show, Tulare California.
Throw another steak on the shaslik 7 Feb 2007
Russians are enjoying Aussie meat on their barbies (colloquially known as a ‘shaslik’) in unprecedented numbers, according to the latest statistics showing that Russia was almost as big an export market as the entire European Union last year – with a 14-fold increase in beef and a three-fold rise in lamb and mutton sales.
Tassie firm warms up China with export deal 2 Feb 2007
While Australians throw off their blankets this summer, a smart move by Tasmanian-based Waverley Australia will keep business coming in the door after selling their high-quality blankets to China where temperatures are hitting minus zero.
Australia digs in to African mining boom 1 Feb 2007
Australian companies role in Africa’s mining sector will be showcased at the premier mining conference ‘Mining Indaba 2007’ in Cape Town.
Middle East hot for new Aussie frocks on their block 31 Jan 2007
Australia’s new fashion brat pack have the Middle East clamouring for their designs after being introduced to Dubai retailers Saks Fifth Avenue and Harvey Nichols and the region’s highest profile buyers from UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait and Bahrain.
Koreans crack open a tinny in Seoul for Australia Day 24 Jan 2007
Australia Day celebrations start early in South Korea, with Austrade, the Australian Government’s export promotion agency taking its ‘Many Faces of Australia’ promotion to business people in Seoul tomorrow (Thursday, 25 January).
Aussie gourmet delights on show in San Francisco 22 Jan 2007
Australian speciality foods will again take centre stage at one of the largest and most influential specialty food industry trade shows in the United States, the 31st Winter Fancy Food Show being held in San Francisco from January 21-23.
Australia ready to say G'Day USA 18 Jan 2007
G’Day USA: Australia Week 2007, the largest foreign country promotion held annually in the US, gets underway in Los Angeles tomorrow with a host of Australian companies showcasing their talents and products to tens of millions of Americans.
Australia ready to say G'Day USA 15 Jan 2007
G’Day USA: Australia Week 2007, the largest foreign country promotion held annually in the US, gets underway in Los Angeles tomorrow with a host of Australian companies showcasing their talents and products to tens of millions of Americans.
New Zealand “hot favourite” with Australian exporters 12 Jan 2007
New research reveals that Australia’s closest neighbour is also Australia’s most popular export destination with over 17,000 Australian businesses choosing to export to New Zealand last financial year.
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