2005 media releases



	2005 media releases

	New World Olive Oil Experiences Renaissance in US (21 Dec 2005)
	The Australian olive oil industry is on the brink of following in the Australian wine industry’s successful footsteps, according to Roger Ley, Group Sales & Marketing Manager for the Mitolo Group, the parent company of the Ollo Olive Oil brand.

	Austrade economist Explains why trade is a good thing (19 Dec 2005)
	A driving interest in getting the message out about the benefits of trade inspired Austrade’s Chief Economist Tim Harcourt to write a book that makes sense out of the complexities of international trade.

	Wiser use of water earns export business for WiSA (Parliamentary Secretary) (14 Dec 2005)
	Australian farm equipment manufacturers are encouraged to follow the lead from Victorian-based WiSA Irrigation Solutions whose products are being snapped up overseas, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Trade, Senator Sandy Macdonald, said today.

	Kate Fischer & Pru Goward help launch Austrade economics book (12 Dec 2005)
	The book titled ‘Beyond Our Shores’ is a collection of essays on Australia and the global economy authored by Austrade’s Chief Economist Tim Harcourt. Austrade is the Australian Government’s export promotion agency.

	Export opportunities flourish as Turkey prospers (08 Dec 2005)
	Austrade’s Chief Economist Tim Harcourt said export opportunities in Turkey should not be ignored, as the visit to Australia by Turkey’s Prime Minister Erdogan comes to an end this Sunday, 11 December.

	Sydney to host Turkish Prime Minister and business delegation (08 Dec 2005)
	Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan will lead the largest-ever business delegation from Turkey to visit Australia and will attend a business forum being held in Sydney on Friday December 9.

	33south catches the export wave to Japan (06 Dec 2005)
	Austrade assisted fashion house 33south has caught the export wave and this week delivers a first shipment of its premium surf fashions to Japan’s funkiest and leading fashion department store, Beams.

	Melbourne to host Turkish Prime Minister and business delegation (01 Dec 2005)
	Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan, in his first visit to Melbourne, will lead the largest-ever business delegation from Turkey to visit Australia and will attend a business forum being held in Melbourne on Wednesday December 7.

	The wiggles win 2005 DHL Australian Exporter of the year (Ministerial) (01 Dec 2005)
	Colourful skivvies were rubbing shoulders with business suits tonight at the 42nd Australian Export Awards as Deputy Prime Minister and Trade Minister, Mark Vaile, named Aussie icon The Wiggles International as the 2005 DHL Australian Exporter of the Year.

	Australian service provider wins major Thailand contract (Parliamentary Secretary) (01 Dec 2005)
	The winning of a $6.6 million hospital license and service agreement in Thailand by Australian eHealth service provider, IBA Health Limited, highlights the success that companies can enjoy in Thailand, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Trade, Senator Sandy Macdonald, said today.

	Germany's new Government brings export opportunities for Australia (30 Nov 2005)
	As Germany’s new leader, Angela Merkel makes her first speech as Chancellor (on November 30), Austrade has identified that the new Government's projects' agenda brings additional export opportunities for Australian companies.

	Ukraine economy open for business (28 Nov 2005)
	A delegation of Ukrainian business leaders in Sydney this week, keen to pursue exports from Australia, will throw light on strong economic news emerging from one of the region’s fastest-growing transition economies.

	Acting Prime Minister opens the Bundaberg barrel (Ministerial) (18 Nov 2005)
	The Acting Prime Minister, Mark Vaile, today opened Bundaberg Brewed Drinks’ new visitor experience – the Bundaberg Barrel.

	Promising export future for South Australia's creative industries (18 Nov 2005)
	Exporting opportunities for South Australia’s vibrant creative industry sector, now worth $1 billion to the state economy and generating up to $100 million in exports annually, will be the focus of a seminar being held in Adelaide on Tuesday, 22 November 2005.

	Austrade says Socceroos win will bring export opportunities (17 Nov 2005)
	Austrade’s Chief Economist, Tim Harcourt predicts the Socceroos triumphant entry into the World Cup finals in Germany that gets underway in June next year will result in increased trade between our countries.

	Briefings for New England businesses on Export Market Development Grant scheme and free trade agreement opportunities (Parliamentary Secretary) (11 Nov 2005)
	Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Trade, Senator Sandy Macdonald, today announced a series of free briefings for New England businesses that will offer a chance to learn how the Export Market Development Grant (EMDG) scheme can help their business grow internationally, as well as provide an update on the benefits and opportunities for them arising from Australia’s free trade agreements.

	Japan remains a potential boon for Australian exporters (09 Nov 2005)
	Australian companies now export $28 billion worth of goods and services a year to Japan, the world’s second largest economy and Australia’s largest export market. Japan’s vast and sophisticated consumer market continues to offer Australian companies with great opportunities to increase export sales.

	Sweden warms to Australian design torch (08 Nov 2005)
	Australian designers are turning up the heat in Sweden, one of the world’s leading design markets, where they are viewed as offering a fresh, individual and innovative approach.

	2005 Australian Export Awards Finalists (Parliamentary Secretary) (03 Nov 2005)
	Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Trade, Senator Sandy Macdonald this morning congratulated 75 outstanding Australian exporters selected as national finalists for the 42nd annual Australian Export Awards.

	EXPORT SNAP-SHOT: Fortnight commencing 31 October 2005 (31 Oct 2005)
	Austrade has experienced a marked increase in interest in the US market by Australian exporters since the signing of the Australia-US Free Trade Agreement (AUSFTA). For example, in the first nine months of 2005, the number of Australian businesses Austrade assisted to achieve export deals in the US grew by 47 per cent over the same period last year. (SOURCE: Austrade)

	Regional Businesses Shine as Queensland Exports Total $28.5 Billion (Parliamentary Secretary) (31 Oct 2005)
	Parliamentary Secretary to the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade, Senator Sandy Macdonald, will today host a showcase of successful and innovative exporters from South East Queensland at Parliament House, Canberra.

	Austrade sees Ramler take a seat in Los Angeles (28 Oct 2005)
	Austrade assisted exporter, Ramler Contract, has beaten major US-based competitors to win a Westfield project to provide furniture to the Century City Food Court, a major complex based in Los Angeles.

	Zork, not cork, seals deals with US winemakers (Parliamentary Secretary) (28 Oct 2005)
	Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Trade, Sandy Macdonald, is in Adelaide today visiting Austrade-assisted exporter ZORK, an innovative wine closure company which is finding enthusiastic buyers in the United States and is benefiting from the elimination of tariffs under the Australia – US Free Trade Agreement (AUSFTA).

	RESCHEDULED: Austrade seminar series on India (21 Oct 2005)
	Australia’s sixth-largest export market worldwide – India – is the subject of a national seminar series starting late November when Austrade’s India-based specialists arrive with a treasure-trove of sales leads for Australian exporters.

	Australia and Taiwan forge closer ICT links (19 Oct 2005)
	An industry delegation travelled to Taipei last week to promote Australian ICT expertise and to boost trade opportunities in this vibrant sector with Taiwan. The delegation attended the largest electronics exhibition held in North East Asia which showcased telematics, automotive and green electronics and IP telecommunications from around the world.

	Czech Republic continues to shine for Australian exporters (19 Oct 2005)
	The Czech Republic may be a little country, but it’s delivering big returns for a number of Australian exporters, there’s more than 120 Australian products and services currently represented in the market. With an improving economy, an increase in foreign direct investments and massive inbound tourism, the Czech Republic’s appetite for Australian products and services is rising rapidly.

	Improving Export Opportunities to the Czech Republic (Parliamentary Secretary) (19 Oct 2005)
	Australia has the opportunity to build upon the developing trade relationship with the Czech Republic, especially in education, tourism and cultural exchanges, Parliamentary Secretary to the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade, Senator Sandy Macdonald said today.

	Promising export future for Queensland's creative industries (19 Oct 2005)
	Exporting opportunities for Queensland’s vibrant creative industry sector, now worth $1 billion and generating up to $100 million in exports annually, will be the focus of a seminar being held in Brisbane on Wednesday, 26 October 2005.

	Octoberfest puts focus on Germany for Aussie manufacturers (18 Oct 2005)
	Australians and Germans don’t just share an appreciation for beer; with Octoberfest festivities underway, Austrade is now calling for our manufacturing and biotechnology firms to focus their interests on Germany.

	Austrade encourages Australian musicians to tour Eastern Europe (17 Oct 2005)
	For a growing number of Australian music acts and performers, Eastern Europe is offering the opportunity to play to enthusiastic audiences in a variety of countries that are steeped in rich musical cultures.

	EXPORT SNAP-SHOT: Fortnight commencing 17 October 2005 (17 Oct 2005)
	The Thailand-Australia Free Trade Agreement (TAFTA), signed on 1 January this year, is helping to convince Thai distributors and customers to choose high-end Australian made kitchen appliances. Melbourne-based manufacturer Think Appliances says the ongoing benefits of TAFTA were instrumental in recently securing a distributor in Thailand. (SOURCE: Austrade)

	Call for Aussie Wine Expertise for Argentina Trade Show (Parliamentary Secretary) (13 Oct 2005)
	Austrade’s stand at the viticulture trade show, SITEVI Mercosur in Argentina, will be the place to be for Australian businesses with wine technology expertise, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Trade, Senator Sandy Macdonald said today.

	Senator Macdonald Welcomes US Council of State Governments for AUSFTA Discussions (Parliamentary Secretary) (11 Oct 2005)
	As part of ongoing trade policy and business discussions surrounding the Australia – US Free Trade Agreement (AUSFTA), Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Trade, Sandy Macdonald today met with the Council of State Governments, a US organisation responsible for forecasting policy trends for US state governments.

	Emerging Inland China prospects benefit Aussie exporters (10 Oct 2005)
	Austrade’s Chief Economist Tim Harcourt said export opportunities in China are on the rise with recent trends showing a shift in the focus of growth away from the ‘big three’ – Shanghai, Beijing and the Hong Kong/Pearl River Delta (PRD).

	Australian companies target business opportunities in Toronto - Canada (07 Oct 2005)
	Toronto, Canada has been the focus this week for a group of leading Australian construction, infrastructure and investment businesses, who are visiting the city to explore the expanding level of business opportunities throughout the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).

	EXPORT SNAP-SHOT: Fortnight commencing 4 October 2005 (04 Oct 2005)
	The mix of goods and services Australia’s exports – and who buys them – has changed markedly over the past decade. Primary products continue to make up the bulk of merchandise exports, accounting for 57 per cent of the total in 2002-03. But a new emphasis on high-tech manufactured goods, new technologies and sophisticated services is rapidly replacing the old image of an Australia living off the sheep’s back and underground riches. (SOURCE: Austrade)

	Sky's the Limit for Australian Service Companies in China - Media Release (04 Oct 2005)
	After securing ten contracts with Chinese airlines worth more than $1 million, Melbourne-based Aviation Compliance Solutions (ACS) is leading the way to success in China for Australia’s knowledge and service industries.

	Australia's Consumer Goods Industry Perfect for 'Gold Band of Asia' (30 Sep 2005)
	Consumer goods and lifestyle firms are urged to attend Austrade’s first-ever ‘buyer mission roadshow’ in late October where they will meet with key retail buyers from southern Asia (details below).

	Melbourne Businesses to Get 'Stamped for Export' (30 Sep 2005)
	Melbourne businesses will find out what it takes to compete on the international stage as a successful exporter at a free Melbourne Business Festival seminar on Wednesday 5 October.

	Austrade to host first ever Trade Mission from Canberra to Ireland (28 Sep 2005)
	Austrade will host the first ever commercial Trade Mission to Ireland next week when a delegation of Canberra leading edge companies showcases the breadth of industry capability from the ACT region.

	Mandarin Speakers to Hear About Growing Their Business Through Export (28 Sep 2005)
	Local business people will have the opportunity to hear about a range of export assistance services at seminars presented in Mandarin and hosted by Austrade in conjunction with Westpac Bank, today in Melbourne (media invited to attend, details below).

	Mexico and Brazil Eye Australian Food & Beverages (Parliamentary Secretary) (28 Sep 2005)
	Austrade assisted food and beverage related exports to Mexico and Brazil have doubled each year for the past two years due to increased opportunities for Australian companies, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Trade Senator Sandy Macdonald said today.

	Australian Maritime College Taking Marine Expertise to the World (Parliamentary Secretary) (23 Sep 2005)
	Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Trade, Senator Sandy Macdonald, today met with members of the faculty and Council of the Australian Maritime College (AMC) to see first-hand how the Launceston-based University is bringing Australian maritime expertise to students from around the world.

	NSW exporters win over Mexico and Brazil (22 Sep 2005)
	Austrade assisted exporters’ success in Mexico and Brazil has doubled over the past two financial years. To help more NSW businesses triumph in these markets, Austrade and the Australian Latin America Business Council (ALABC) will hold a free seminar in Sydney (Thursday, 20 October – details below).

	It's official - Japan is back and Tasmania's benefiting (21 Sep 2005)
	In Tasmania tomorrow, Austrade’s Chief Economist, Tim Harcourt said the Japanese economy is back on track and now represents Tasmania’s biggest export market, contributing to driving the apple isle to its best economic performance relative to the mainland in terms of economic growth per capita

	Agreement helps businesses realise value of exports (20 Sep 2005)
	The Industry Capability Network Ltd (ICNL) with its database of 30,000 Australian companies has joined forces with Austrade with its 110 offices around the world to assist Australian businesses find international success.

	Austrade Music Office in US - Boost for Country Artists (Parliamentary Secretary) (20 Sep 2005)
	With the establishment of a new Austrade Export Music Office, now is the perfect time for Australian country music artists considering entering the $2 billion United States market to act, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Trade, Senator Sandy Macdonald said today.

	EXPORT SNAP-SHOT: Fortnight commencing 19 September 2005 (19 Sep 2005)
	Australia now has an international reputation as a reliable and consistent supplier of high quality and healthy seafood and aquaculture products. In financial year 2004/2005, Australian Fish and Seafood exports reached $A1.1 billion. (SOURCE: Austrade)

	Vaile releases EMDG review report (Ministerial) (15 Sep 2005)
	The EMDG scheme, administered by Austrade, helps small and medium Australian enterprises get into exporting and develop sustainable export markets by reimbursing up to half of their eligible promotional costs above a threshold amount.

	Illawarra Export Success Attracts Austrade Board Tour (14 Sep 2005)
	The Board of Austrade, the Australian Government’s export promotion agency, is meeting in Wollongong this Thursday and will take the opportunity to visit the operations of two local businesses as well as host a reception and networking dinner with a range of Illawarra regional businesses to discuss export issues

	New Resources to Help Students Think Globally (Parliamentary Secretary) (14 Sep 2005)
	Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Trade, Senator Sandy Macdonald, has today launched a set of new resources designed by Austrade to broaden students’ study of trade and globalisation issues.

	Subiaco businesses urged to get their 'ticket to export' (14 Sep 2005)
	Ever wondered if your business could make it in exporting? Local businesses can find out what it takes to tackle the international export market at a free Austrade seminar supported by Pro Subi Limited, Subiaco marketing body and the networking Subiaco Business Association, being held on Tuesday 27 September 2005.

	Business Class Airfare Prize for Central and South East Europe Promotion (13 Sep 2005)
	Australian businesses looking for new export markets now have an added incentive to subscribe to Look! Central and South East Europe, Austrade’s monthly on-line Ezine that provides information about business opportunities, news and events in markets from the Baltic Sea to the Mediterranean.

	Postponed: Austrade's seminar series on India (13 Sep 2005)
	Austrade’s seminar series ‘Export Opportunities to India’, scheduled from 21-30 September 2005, has been postponed until further notice. Austrade’s Senior Trade Commissioner for South Asia, Mike Moignard, is unable to travel from New Delhi on his doctor’s advice.

	Senator to Launch New School Resources (Parliamentary Secretary) (13 Sep 2005)
	Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Trade, Senator Sandy Macdonald, will tomorrow launch a new school resource designed by Austrade to extend students’ study of globalisation issues.

	Award-winning olive oil company finding global buyers at Fine Food 2005 (Parliamentary Secretary) (08 Sep 2005)
	Gwydir Olives, a producer of a range of award winning olive oils, will be one of the Australian food and beverage companies hoping to tempt the palates of close to 300 international buyers that Austrade has organised to attend the prestigious ‘Fine Food 2005’ in Sydney this month

	New exporters to benefit from Fine Food in Sydney (07 Sep 2005)
	The hundreds of Australian companies exhibiting at Fine Food 2005 next week will comprise a true cross section of the Australian food industry, covering large and small players, experienced exporters and companies new to export. Among the new food exporters at the exhibition, 32 small food businesses will be given an opportunity to make their first export sale next week, by participating in Austrade’s stand at Fine Food 2005 (12-15 September).

	Austrade Announces Trade Mission to Southern China (05 Sep 2005)
	The Australian Government’s lead export agency, Austrade, is inviting architecture and design firms to join Austrade’s first architecture-related trade mission to southern China from 14-19 November 2005.

	Australian cookie company baked for success at Fine Food 2005 (05 Sep 2005)
	Pakenham-based The Home Baked Cookie Company hopes to catch the eye of the 320 international buyers organised by Austrade to arrive in Sydney this month for the prestigious food event, Fine Food 2005 (12-15 September in Sydney).

	EXPORT SNAP-SHOT: Fortnight commencing 5 September 2005 (05 Sep 2005)
	Japan continues to our biggest trading partner and has been our largest export destination since 1969. Last year Australia sold $25 billion in goods and services to Japan – almost double our exports to the USA. (SOURCE: Austrade)

	IT export opportunities: Australians to benefit from InTelligent India (02 Sep 2005)
	Advice on forming partnerships with Indian firms and key export guidance will be provided to Australian IT firms at InTelligent India seminars Australia-wide from 8 – 14 September.

	Sweden vibes with Australian style (02 Sep 2005)
	Stylish Swedes will get their fix of Australian fashion and design in September when Austrade Stockholm hosts its inaugural ‘Australian Style Vibes’ event.

	Austrade Puts India in Spotlight (01 Sep 2005)
	Australia’s sixth-largest export market worldwide – India – is the subject of a national seminar series later this month when Austrade’s India-based specialists arrive with a treasure-trove of sales leads for Australian exporters.

	Australian Food Companies Find the World's Their Oyster at 'Fine Food 2005' (Parliamentary Secretary) (01 Sep 2005)
	Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Trade, Senator Sandy Macdonald today said Australian food and beverage companies would have a unique opportunity to showcase their products before more than 320 international buyers visiting Australia this month for Fine Food 2005.

	Local supplier's plans to expand markets at Fine Food 2005 (01 Sep 2005)
	Campbelltown-based Australian company, Camden Valley Foods hopes to catch the eye of the 320 international buyers organised by Austrade to arrive in Sydney this month for the prestigious food event, Fine Food 2005.

	Austrade Doubles Resources in China's Pearl River Delta (29 Aug 2005)
	In a move that further increases assistance available to help Australian businesses access opportunities in one of China’s most important regional markets, Austrade is doubling its presence in the Pearl River Delta (PRD). This expansion is part of a major extension of Austrade’s China network recently announced by the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade, Mark Vaile.

	Global Future for Melton Students - Media Release (29 Aug 2005)
	The Australian Trade Commission (Austrade) is running an “Exporting for the Future” workshop for teachers in the Melton area on Monday, 5 September 2005. The workshop aims to encourage lessons about local export opportunities and increase student understanding of our future in the globalised marketplace.

	Holland's high hopes for Australian Fine Food (29 Aug 2005)
	Food buyers in the Netherlands from fine food and beverage catering house, Kweker Amsterdam, will arrive in Australia next month with an unlimited budget to spend on Australian products at the prestigious trade event, Fine Food 2005 (12-15 September in Sydney).

	AUSFTA Places Australian Exporter in the Driver's Seat (Parliamentary Secretary) (26 Aug 2005)
	The Australia – US Free Trade Agreement (AUSFTA) has helped Brisbane-based transport technology company, Vigil Systems, secure a major US contract, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Trade, Sandy Macdonald announced today.

	Global Future for Adelaide Students (25 Aug 2005)
	The Australian Trade Commission (Austrade) is running an “Exporting for the Future” workshop for teachers in the Adelaide area on Thursday, 1 September 2005. The workshop aims to encourage lessons about local export opportunities and increase student understanding of our future in the globalised marketplace.

	International buyers ready to scoop the cream of Australia's Fine Food (25 Aug 2005)
	National food event, Fine Food 2005, is gearing up to be the biggest and best yet to attract the attention of international food and wine buyers.

	EXPORT SNAP-SHOT: Fortnight commencing 22 August 2005 (22 Aug 2005)
	Austrade’s aim is to increase awareness that exporting is good for business and the economy.

	Mount Gambier hosts UniSA International Business Week's key regional event (22 Aug 2005)
	Mount Gambier producers and manufacturers who aspire to enter the global marketplace will learn about exports by attending Thursday’s event entitled: ‘Upskilling your entry to the global marketplace’ as part of UniSA International Business Week.

	UniSA International Business Week goes regional (19 Aug 2005)
	UniSA International Business Week extends to regional South Australia next week where local businesses can hone their export knowledge and be inspired by others’ success stories.

	Austrade Staff to Share International Agriculture Opportunities with Tamworth Businesses at AGQUIP 2005 (18 Aug 2005)
	Austrade is encouraging agricultural businesses in the Tamworth district to visit Ag-Quip 2005 and attend one of the free export briefings or to meet individually with a range of industry and overseas market specialists.

	Senator Macdonald Encourages Rural and Regional Businesses to Take Advantage of Trade Opportunities at AG-QUIP (Parliamentary Secretary) (18 Aug 2005)
	Parliamentary Secretary to the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade, Senator Sandy Macdonald is encouraging rural and regional businesses to take full advantage of new export opportunities during Ag-Quip 2005, Australia’s leading primary industry field days, in Gunnedah from 23-25 August.

	UK expert brings business savvy to values-rich Australia (18 Aug 2005)
	South Australian businesses were urged to keep their Australian values, skill their workers and ‘value-add’ during a keynote address by Sir Digby Jones, the Director-General of the Confederation of British Industry as part of UniSA International Business Week.

	UniSA International Business Week shines its spotlight on the US (18 Aug 2005)
	US trade experts have urged SA businesses to seize export opportunities in America’s lucrative market, pointing to the new Australia-United States Free Trade Agreement (AUSFTA) as a key driver to strengthening business relations between the US and Australia.

	Aussie musicians get a break: Austrade Music Office opens in the US (16 Aug 2005)
	Australian musicians, music companies, managers and promoters have their best chance ever to crack one of the world’s biggest music markets now a new Austrade Export Music Office has opened in the United States

	Australian Agribusinesses Encouraged to Sign Up for World Ag Expo Delegation (10 Aug 2005)
	Austrade is urging regional Australian agribusinesses to take advantage of expanded export opportunities in the United States agriculture market, where farm production expenditures exceed $260 billion per annum.

	EXPORT SNAP-SHOT: Fortnight commencing 8 August 2005 (08 Aug 2005)
	Austrade’s aim is to increase awareness that exporting is good for business and the economy. The Australian exporter community is exporting more regularly. In the 1990s only 55 per cent of businesses who export did so every year. In the 2000s the percentage that export every year has risen to 68 per cent. According to Austrade's Chief Economist, Tim Harcourt, this trend shows the natural rate of exporting is increasing, improving Australia’s export sustainability.

	Brand Australia - Now is the time to export (02 Aug 2005)
	With ‘Australia’ being ranked as number one national brand by international consumers in a recent survey, Austrade is encouraging Australian exporters to utilise this recognition with global consumers.

	Australian Companies Rallying to Help Tsunami Victims (Ministerial) (26 Jul 2005)
	Acting Prime Minister and Trade Minister Mark Vaile today highlighted the important contribution that Australian companies are making towards rebuilding the areas devastated by the Boxing Day Tsunami disaster last year.

	Bendigo Company a Spinning Success in Dubai and Doha (26 Jul 2005)
	Bendigo (Central Victoria) manufacturing company, the Australian Turntable Co. (ATC) has broken into the building and construction market in the Middle East by securing two significant export deals to Dubai (UAE) and Doha (Qatar).

	EXPORT SNAP-SHOT: Fortnight commencing 25 July 2005 (25 Jul 2005)
	Austrade’s aim is to increase awareness that exporting is good for business and the economy.

	Regional Businesses Encouraged to Take on the World at Export Awards Launch (Parliamentary Secretary) (20 Jul 2005)
	Parliamentary Secretary for Trade, Senator Sandy Macdonald speaking in Tamworth today at the Central North and New England launch of the 2005 Premier’s NSW Exporter of the Year Awards, encouraged local businesses to follow the lead of a growing number of rural and regional companies who are taking advantage of opportunities in international markets and becoming successful exporters.

	REPORT CARD FROM BIO 2005: Tips for Australian Biotechnology Companies (20 Jul 2005)
	Austrade, in conjunction with the Committee for Marketing Australian Biotechnology (C-MAB), brought Australian companies together with US, European and Canadian companies in over 250 meetings during BIO 2005 held in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US, last month.

	Americans Say "G'Day Plate" During Australian Food Week at Top Gourment Retailer (12 Jul 2005)