https://www.scmp.com/rss/305786/feed en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com By Michael Gorey More Australians than usual are expected to be ill on Friday after celebrating Australia Day, prompting employer groups to plead that workers take annual leave instead of a sickie, while unions say there are bigger issues to worry about. Paul Dundon, the managing director of Direct Health Solutions, estimates A$54 million (US$41 million) will be lost from the Australian economy on Friday. “Sick leave will rise from an average of 3.5 per cent of workers each day to five per cent... https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/australasia/article/2064896/australian-employers-concerned-workers-will-take-sickie-friday?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/australasia/article/2064896/australian-employers-concerned-workers-will-take-sickie-friday?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 24 Jan 2017 03:45:45 +0000 Making and supplying quality products for the earthmoving industry is second nature to Cutting Edges Equipment Parts, which celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2010. From humble beginnings in the 1960s, Cutting Edges has grown to become the largest privately owned supplier of ground and engaging tools and heavy duty equipment parts for the mining, transport and construction industries in Australia and Asia-Pacific. "Our strong relationship with our suppliers and business partners is critical to... https://www.scmp.com/article/1061696/right-partnerships-guarantee-success-cutting-edges?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1061696/right-partnerships-guarantee-success-cutting-edges?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 15 Oct 2012 09:04:06 +0000 RBS Morgans is in a league of its own in finding opportunities for high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) and institutional investors. The company combines the strengths of Australia's most experienced stockbroking professionals and the global reach of the Royal Bank of Scotland. RBS Morgans is a joint venture between Morgan Stockbroking, one of Australia's largest independent equities trading firms, and the Australian unit of Edinburgh-based RBS Group. The merger created Australia's largest... https://www.scmp.com/article/1061695/rbs-morgans-opens-doors-successful-investing-australia?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1061695/rbs-morgans-opens-doors-successful-investing-australia?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 15 Oct 2012 09:02:44 +0000 A vital link in upholding Australia's aircraft defence capabilities, Qantas Defence Services (QDS) delivers comprehensive support to the Australian Defence Force and other air forces in Asia-Pacific. Established as a Qantas Airways subsidiary in 1999, QDS is backed by the airline's extensive resources and has grown into one of the country's largest defence services companies. "QDS has the unique skills set to provide maintenance, repair, overhaul (MRO) and line operations as subcontracted by... https://www.scmp.com/article/1061690/qds-extends-defence-services-expertise-asia-pacific-region?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1061690/qds-extends-defence-services-expertise-asia-pacific-region?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 15 Oct 2012 08:57:07 +0000 Vibrant, dynamic and multicultural, Deakin University embodies not only Australia's thriving economic landscape but the increasing global consciousness of society at large. The first university in regional Victoria, Deakin is distinguished for its proactive approach and contemporary education methods. Committed to contributing to its surroundings, Deakin is deeply involved in rural and regional communities. It aspires to be a catalyst for positive change for the individuals and the communities... https://www.scmp.com/article/1061687/pursuing-informed-world-view-deakin?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1061687/pursuing-informed-world-view-deakin?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 15 Oct 2012 08:55:41 +0000 The Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEx) has become an attractive venue for companies in the mining sector to draw Asian and international capital. MICROMINE supports mining and exploration companies with the compliance requirements of HKEx and is an integral partner in the migration of resource companies to new markets. With more than 12,000 clients in more than 90 countries, MICROMINE has been trusted by Australia's mining giants for its intuitive software solutions for more than 25 years.... https://www.scmp.com/article/1061670/micromine-supports-hkex-listing-mining-and-exploration-firms?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1061670/micromine-supports-hkex-listing-mining-and-exploration-firms?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 15 Oct 2012 08:29:32 +0000 The liquid, vapour and gas in oil refineries, liquefied natural gas (LNG) plants and chemical processing plants are highly flammable. In these hazardous areas where safety is a priority, B&R Enclosures ensures the security of electrical equipment and prevents costly downtime through its total enclosure solutions. The family-run business has been operating for 56 years, serving the mining, telecommunications and information technology industries with its durable electrical enclosures, local... https://www.scmp.com/article/1059557/br-provides-safe-enclosures-oil-and-gas?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1059557/br-provides-safe-enclosures-oil-and-gas?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 12 Oct 2012 07:48:17 +0000