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CHINA IN THE HOUSE
MINING magnate Clive Palmer has bulked up his cash reserves after Metallurgical Corp of China bought a $US200 million stake in his privately held Resourcehouse coal project.
Metallurgical has also gained approval to undertake engineering, procurement and construction work on China First, Resourcehouse coal project in Queensland. Metallurgical will receive a 4 per cent commission from the sale... |
Property News
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Commercial office conundrum. To retrofit or not and can the Green Building Fund really assist?
Alastair Walker has joined the Gold Coast Business News team. The managing director of Napier & Blakeley property consultants will offer monthly commentary on the latest trends and issues facing the property industry.
For owners of commercial property around the country, the current market is a struggle with increasing vacancy rates, decreasing rental levels and tenants demands.
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Marketing News
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Slush Puppie engages in ‘extreme’ marketing
NERANG-based frozen beverage giant Slush Puppie is undertaking a complete rebranding to attract an older demographic of ‘slushie’ consumers.
The major marketing project of the rebranding, ‘Fuel the Underdog’ aims to grab hold of 12-25 year old consumers through sponsoring up-and-coming extreme sports stars.
Slush Puppie general manager Paul Mockerman will not disclose... |
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Preparing for a resource IPO
Recent market movements suggest that the equities market is being sold down. While there are multiple factors at play, this is due in part to proposed changes to the banking industry in the US. When the market comes to the conclusion that this proposal is unlikely to make it through the US Congress it is expected that confidence will return to the market and we will IPO activity reach... |
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Gold Coast Travel Expo 2010 Sunday, February 7
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For a limited time, leading travel specialists will come together under one roof to unveil their latest range of products and destination information sure to inspire you.
Experienced travel consultants will be available to help you plan your holiday and maximize your savings. Free informative and entertaining presentations will run throughout the day in key locations. Plus, book on the day and go in the draw to win one of the fantastic prizes on offer.
The event will be at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre on Sunday, February 7. |
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Surfers Chamber IR Update Breakfast February 16
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WHILE the Rudd Government has been shopping its new industrial relations laws around the country, the Surfers Paradise Chamber of Commerce has assembled a panel of experts to present the facts at its IR Update Breakfast this month.
Australian Business Lawyers managing partner Tim Capelin, Workplace Relations Services state manager Stephen Nance and Brisbane barrister John Dwyer will each examine a specific area in the changes to the legislation and the implications on industry.
New research released recently estimates that the national system will save the Australian economy around $4.8 billion over the next decade.
These claims are likely to be a hot topic of discussion for the 150 HR and business owners expected to attend the event.
The breakfast is taking place at the Courtyard Marriot on February 16. |
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Intellectual Property: Be Aware February 19
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EDGE Legal will be conducting a series of intellectual property workshops at Bond University to better inform the business community on the subject.
The Varsity Lakes firms’ solicitor director and workshop presenter Jamie White says the importance of protecting intellectual property is now more significant to business success than ever and quality information on the topic is invaluable.
The first of the Edge Legal workshops; Intellectual Property: What You Need To Know, will be held at Bond University’s Law School on February 19.
Details for further workshops focusing on intellectual property in franchising and intellectual property in the workplace will be confirmed in the March and April editions of Gold Coast Business News. |
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