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Australia at the cutting edge of stem cell research
18 Nov 2011
A new stem cell research centre launched in Melbourne last week will allow Australian scientists to pioneer new approaches in the treatment of major health problems.
Data Alert: Australia is one of the best places to live
16 Nov 2011
Australia is still one of the best places in the world to live, according to the United Nations’ <em>Human Development Index (HDI)</em>. In 2011, the HDI ranks Australia as number two in the world.
TRUenergy set to power growth
14 Nov 2011
Chinese-owned energy provider, TRUenergy, is set to boost its investment in Australia with two new gas-fired power stations proposed for Queensland’s major growth areas.
Investing in Australia’s Clean Energy Future
11 Nov 2011
With the passage of the Clean Energy Future Legislation this week, the Government will commit more than A$13 billion to finance and support renewable energy initiatives in Australia.
Data Alert: Australia’s open and resilient economy
10 Nov 2011
Building on 20 years of uninterrupted growth, the Australian economy continues to perform solidly and has been ranked the second most resilient economy in the world for two years running. Australia also ranks third in the world for economic freedom, ...
Australian pharma attracts Swiss investment
3 Nov 2011
Global pharmaceutical companies Lonza Group and Mesoblast Limited have entered into a strategic alliance to produce regenerative off-the-shelf adult stem cell products.
Chi-X opens for trading in Australia
2 Nov 2011
Australia’s financial markets have embraced competition as Chi-X launched its alternative trading system on 31 October 2011.
Australia chosen for IBM’s newest R&D laboratory
25 Oct 2011
Australia is now home to the first IBM laboratory to combine the US-based company’s world-class research and development (R&D) in a single location.
Brain research centre opens in Melbourne
21 Oct 2011
Australia is now home to the world’s fifth largest brain research facility with the opening of a A$225 million centre in Melbourne this month.
Leading Indian bank opens in Australia
12 Oct 2011
Punjab National Bank, India’s second largest bank, has chosen Sydney as the location for its Australian representative office.

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