https://www.scmp.com/rss/325249/feed en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com Renowned for its world-class education and cultural diversity, Australia is fast becoming the preferred study abroad destination. In some countries, Australia is easily the better choice as living expenses and study costs in the Land Down Under are considerably lower than other major study destinations such as the United States and Britain. With four out of the 10 most liveable cities in the world, this English-speaking country in the Pacific Rim is also celebrated for its sophisticated and... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112180/australia?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112180/australia?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Sep 2017 09:15:53 +0000 With a broad range of high-quality produce ranging from berries, citrus fruits and grapes to kiwis, avocadoes and medjool dates offered year-round, Fresh Produce Group (FPG) has earned its reputation as the trusted partner-of-choice for local and international growers, retailers and distributors. FPG is a trading company that has built long-term partnerships with the best growers worldwide using its expertise and technical skills in total supply chain management. It is also a renowned grower of... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112179/fresh?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112179/fresh?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Sep 2017 09:15:52 +0000 As the house of natural and premium brands of pet food that also supplies private label manufacturing for major retailers such as Coles, Woolworths and ALDI, Real Pet Food Company (RPFC) is on a mission to introduce high-quality, flavourful and ethically produced brands beyond Australia’s shores. Asia-Pacific’s pet food market is swiftly rising – posting the highest growth rates in 2015 and forecast to reach US$10.7 billion by 2020. RPFC, which holds 92 per cent of Australia’s pet food market,... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112169/real-pet?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112169/real-pet?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Sep 2017 09:15:52 +0000 Australia’s globally esteemed quality of education continues to attract international students, particularly from China where more than 136,000 students chose to study in Australia in 2015 alone. This number is expected to rise further in coming years, and – thanks to the alliance formed between TOP Education Institute and PwC – students have more reasons to be excited. “The opportunities brought by our alliance with PwC begin with providing great education and services to Chinese students, and... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112170/top-pwc?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112170/top-pwc?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Sep 2017 09:15:51 +0000 When Latitude Technologies (LatiPay) launched its digital payment platform last year, Chinese consumers buying goods from New Zealand and Australia knew there was no more going back to the old payment system. Before, payment processing could exceed two weeks as merchants and payers had to reconcile many documents. LatiPay cuts the process to a click of a button. “Our platform enables New Zealand and Australian merchants to seamlessly interact with Chinese customers real-time in a fully compliant... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112174/latipay?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112174/latipay?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Sep 2017 09:15:51 +0000 While medical conditions differ for each race or region, patients and doctors worldwide deal with common issues across medical specialities – patients want to get better, and doctors constantly look for simpler and more effective treatment alternatives. Helping patients and physicians solve complex problems in simple ways, Cook Medical is on a perpetual path to improve the production and delivery of its minimally invasive medical devices. “Our philosophy is ‘better health for people’,” says... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112171/cook?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112171/cook?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Sep 2017 09:15:50 +0000 Companies are increasingly looking for people who can work in multidisciplinary, multicultural and multilocational environments. Recognising that people with a global perspective become more successful in modern workplaces, leading Australian vocational school TAFE Queensland is constantly updating its programmes to offer competencies needed in any country or industry. “Research shows that people today will have five to six major careers in their lifetime, so we train for global needs,” says... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112178/tafe?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112178/tafe?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Sep 2017 09:15:49 +0000 As detailed in its 13th five-year plan, China is increasingly transitioning from carbon-based power generation to renewable energy. China has bolstered its renewable energy initiatives, even projecting 210 gigawatts (GW) wind and 110GW solar installed capacity by 2020. One of China’s leading power generators, State Power Investment Corp (SPIC), acquired Australian firm Pacific Hydro last year for its high-quality and diversified portfolio that can be instrumental in granting better access to... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112172/two?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112172/two?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Sep 2017 09:15:49 +0000 Since launching its initial public offering on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) in 2013, specialist property group Arena REIT (Arena) has delivered on its objective of providing an attractive and growing income stream to investors. Using a disciplined investment strategy in a real estate segment enjoying favourable demographic trends and strong government support, the ASX 300-listed real estate investment trust (reit) recorded a three-year compound average total investor return of 31 per... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112173/arena?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112173/arena?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Sep 2017 09:15:48 +0000 Global trade is projected to more than double by 2030, principally driven by continuing growth in exports to Asia and China, which is moving from investment-focused growth towards a consumption-fuelled economy. While it may be the best time for businesses to break into new investments in the region, the volatile international economic and political landscape makes for an uncertain, challenging pursuit. Those who have navigated regional and international markets before, however, know that there... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112168/hfw-helps?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112168/hfw-helps?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Sep 2017 09:15:47 +0000 From supporting education, buying the perfect engagement ring, acquiring a coffee machine for a small business to refurbishing homes and financing travel experiences – FlexiGroup makes moments happen through its vast array of finance products and payment solutions. “Our range of diverse financial solutions can be personalised to connect customers to goods and services that support their work and lifestyle,” says CEO Symon Brewis-Weston. Established 26 years ago as a single product company... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112159?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112159?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Sep 2017 09:15:46 +0000 Asia consumes more than 90 per cent of the world’s production of rice, which is a staple food for a majority of the population. With economic growth bringing prosperity to the region, Asian consumers are increasingly looking for premium quality foods and choices that are healthier, clean and ethically produced. Leading Australia-based global branded food company SunRice is well-positioned to tap into these mega trends with its long track record of innovation complemented by a vertically... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112166/sunrice?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112166/sunrice?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Sep 2017 09:15:46 +0000 Global food packaging and processing specialist tna solutions revolutionised the packaging industry in 1985 when it introduced its flagship robag machine, a high-speed vertical form fill and seal system (VFFS) with a rotary continuous motion. Compared to other machines running at rectilinear intermittent motions at 60 cycles per minute, tna’s robag doubled bagging speeds overnight. “Aside from unrivalled performance in speed and efficiency, we aim for flexibility in our machine applications,... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112167/tna?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112167/tna?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Sep 2017 09:15:45 +0000 When David Chiu came to Australia and established a subsidiary for Far East Consortium (FEC), the chairman of the international real estate company introduced a global mindset into the local property scene. The result was a pioneering wave of high-rise residential and entertainment developments that quickly won the hearts of locals and foreigners. FEC commenced operation in Australia in the mid 1990’s and kick-started a phenomenon called downtown living with the construction of Rockmans Regency... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112163/far-east?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112163/far-east?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Sep 2017 09:15:45 +0000 Technology-enabled administration provider Link Group is looking to Asia as part of its ambitious growth strategy. Part of the Australian Stock Exchange’s Top 100 with a market capitalisation of A$3 billion (HK$17.8 billion) and headquartered in Australia, Link has a strong footprint across 11 countries and a proven track record of successfully entering emerging markets. Through Link’s corporate markets division, Link offers services such as shareholder management and analytics, stakeholder... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112164/link?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112164/link?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Sep 2017 09:15:45 +0000 Increasing infertility, delayed childbearing and various lifestyle changes are some of the prevailing characteristics among the growing middle class in Asia-Pacific that significantly contribute to the growing in vitro fertilisation (IVF) industry. As a global pioneer, with more than 40 years of expertise in premium assisted reproductive technologies and fertility science, Monash IVF Group is well-placed to play a vital role in meeting the IVF demands in the region. “Monash IVF is a significant... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112154/asias?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112154/asias?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Sep 2017 09:15:45 +0000 When Irish immigrant Samuel McWilliam planted the first grapevine in Corowa town, New South Wales, in 1877, he founded an iconic family winery that would flourish over a century – paving the way for Australia’s wine industry today. Like fine wine that improves with age, McWilliam’s Wines Group carries a long tradition of wine-making excellence honed over six generations. From developing the technology that made the production of table wines in the hot Riverina region possible, to introducing... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112157/legendary?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112157/legendary?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Sep 2017 09:15:45 +0000 Scouting for opportunities to share valuable service in Asia, leading equipment washing system specialist Rhima Australia is strengthening its presence in the region. The family-owned company offers innovative washing solutions across a wide range of applications, with a focus on the hospitality, industrial and health care sectors. “We specialise in equipment washing systems for businesses, industries, and environments where impeccable hygiene and cleanliness are essential,” says Michael... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112165/rhima?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112165/rhima?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Sep 2017 09:15:44 +0000 A diversified portfolio is key in managing risks and optimising returns, but it does not guarantee a successful investment strategy. The real solution lies in striking a balance – and finding an adviser with whom to see each investment through. Few combine a multidisciplinary approach with deep, practical industry knowledge and extensive business networks such as Balance Advisory, which describes its relationships with clients as a “journey”. “There are no short-cuts; we take people on a journey... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112160/balance?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112160/balance?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Sep 2017 09:15:44 +0000 There is regular, mild steel, and then there is the BISALLOY steel brand of high-performance, heat-treated steel. As Australia’s leading manufacturer of quenched and tempered plate steel, Bisalloy Steel Group is bringing the advantages of its high-performance steel products to Asia. “High performance, heat treated steel products can offer significant performance benefits over regular mild steel,” says Greg Albert, CEO and managing director of Bisalloy. “The enhanced properties of our BISALLOY... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112161/bisalloy?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112161/bisalloy?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Sep 2017 09:15:44 +0000 The Australian Stock Exchange (ASX) – the second largest stock market in Asia-Pacific in terms of free float capitalisation – is proving attractive to more Chinese companies looking for international exposure and recognition. Apart from the prestige of an ASX listing, these private businesses will benefit from the exchange’s mature and sophisticated investor base and high level of market integrity. An ASX listing also helps Chinese companies develop and expand into Australia. “Innovative and... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112152/bluemount?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112152/bluemount?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Sep 2017 09:15:43 +0000 Childcare is growing in Australia due to the rising cost of living and real estate, with regulated childcare part of a major platform that supports young families with higher income needs. There are more than 7,000 childcare centres in Australia. As the country’s largest real estate trust investing in early learning properties within Australia and New Zealand, Folkestone Education Trust (FET) owns more than 400 centres and is now Australia’s leading childcare developer. With A$829.1 million... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112149/early?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112149/early?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Sep 2017 09:15:43 +0000 Leading New Zealand food company Alliance Group is expanding its business in Asia by strengthening its presence in the region’s food service sector. Alliance Group, the world’s largest processor and exporter of sheep meat, launched ready-to-cook Pure South lamb packs for China’s upper-end retail and food service sectors last year through Grand Farm, its in-house market partner in the country for 18 years. In Hong Kong, Alliance Group launched its Te Mana Lamb range, the result of a decade-long... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112153/alliance?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112153/alliance?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Sep 2017 09:15:42 +0000 From big data analytics to automation and robotics, technology is a dynamic force that continues to change business landscapes. With innovation taking centre stage in most businesses, technology’s next big things give companies an edge over competitors. Global software developer NTT DATA Figtree Systems provides integrated cloud and workflow technology solutions to help streamline insurance management and claims administration. NTT DATA Figtree Systems operates as part of the insurance vertical... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112147/digital?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112147/digital?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Sep 2017 09:15:41 +0000 It has become easier for consumers and merchants worldwide especially from China to buy and sell to New Zealand. As the trusted postal and parcel delivery service in the country for more than 160 years, the New Zealand Post Group has started to adopt many initiatives to satisfy the growing number of customers in the e-commerce space. “We have gone through a major transformation in recent years as more consumers move toward digital transactions,” says Dr Sohail Choudhry, executive general manager... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112151/new?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112151/new?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Sep 2017 09:15:41 +0000 Real estate is an industry that often seems wed to the notion that “he who makes the most noise wins”. But an elite Melbourne agency is defying this trend by continuing to deliver extraordinary sales while staying deliberately discreet. Abercromby’s Real Estate is the agency of choice for discerning locals, expatriates and international buyers seeking to transact significant Melbourne property away from the spotlight. Almost 84 per cent of the firm’s business is by referrals, including an... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112148?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112148?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Sep 2017 09:15:41 +0000 As Australia’s pre-eminent e-commerce delivery company, Australia Post – together with StarTrack – is committed to building e-commerce delivery solutions that provide merchants and consumers a truly global reach and end-to-end control. To capitalise on the growth of e-commerce across Asia, Australia Post and StarTrack formed a joint venture with international courier and logistics giant Aramex. Known as Aramex Global Solutions (AGS), the joint venture combines the strength and breadth of... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112143/australia?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112143/australia?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Sep 2017 09:15:40 +0000 Property investments from Asia topped foreign investments in Australia last year. China, in particular, recorded the highest investments exceeding A$31.9 billion (HK$183.11 billion). Bridging the gap between Asia’s increasingly global investors and Australia’s robust property market has never been safer, easier and more successful – thanks to specialist property investors and developers such as Kollins, the Melbourne-headquartered firm whose “Asian focus” ensures that it understands each... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112150/kollins?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112150/kollins?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Sep 2017 09:15:40 +0000 One of Australia’s most famous medical innovations, a vaccine that helps protect women from cervical cancer, will be available in China this year. GSK China has announced that Cervarix, which protects against the human papillomavirus, has been approved by the China Food and Drug Administration and licensed for use in the country. The groundbreaking innovation is the result of research by Professor Ian Frazer and the late Dr Zhou Jian at The University of Queensland (UQ). UQ is an Australian... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112144?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112144?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Sep 2017 09:15:40 +0000 Celebrating more than 30 years of home-grown success, recreational vehicle components manufacturer AL-KO International explores new markets by leveraging its strategic global partnership as part of DexKo Global. DexKo Global was established in 2015 by combining Dexter and AL-KO VT, creating a global leader in highly engineered trailer running gear components and systems with more than 130 years of trailer and caravan componentry experience. “Being part of DexKo enables us to share technical... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112146/al-ko?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112146/al-ko?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Sep 2017 09:15:39 +0000 In an era of soaring Chinese interest in Australian real estate, no other realtor has earned as impeccable a reputation than posh property icon Monika Tu. With an annual turnover exceeding A$200 million (HK$1.24 billion), the undisputed queen of Sino-Australian luxury real estate brokerage and founder of Black Diamondz Property Concierge – one of Sydney’s most highly regarded aspirational real estate and lifestyle companies – is a true businesswoman. Her unsurpassed talent for cultivating... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112141/black?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112141/black?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Sep 2017 09:15:38 +0000 A good skincare routine is the foundation of healthy and glowing skin, but with the thousands of choices available in the market, it can be quite challenging to zero in on products that work effectively. For Australian Therapeutic Goods Administration accredited company Baxter Laboratories, skincare is a science that needs constant enhancements to address specific needs and to deliver benefits that are more than skin-deep. An innovation partner of major brands such as Clearasil, Banana Boat and... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112138/baxter?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112138/baxter?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Sep 2017 09:15:38 +0000 Max Whitby founded Propex Derivatives at a time when futures trading was being computerised. Propex trained its traders so well through the transformation that the company managed to become today’s leading proprietary trading company. Accounting for a high per cent of Australasia’s overall futures volume, Propex has provided superior learning and career opportunities to more than 200 traders worldwide. “Some of the professionals from the old trading floor community failed to make the transition... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112140/propex?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112140/propex?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Sep 2017 09:15:38 +0000 When Federation University Australia (FedUni) opened an office in Beijing in the mid-1990s, it was the first Australian regional university to do so in China. Today, the 147-year-old institution of higher learning and research is extending its commitment to the country. “We are collaborating with polytechnics in south China to deliver diploma programmes, while offering undergraduate and postgraduate research programmes in the northern part of the country,” says Professor Helen Bartlett,... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112136/feduni?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112136/feduni?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Sep 2017 09:15:38 +0000 Manufacturing technologies continue to grow increasingly complicated as businesses look to streamline and optimise production. The German government even coined the Industry 4.0 concept to describe the computerisation of manufacturing. Australian software expert OneCNC is among the pioneers of computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) solutions that help users bring product concepts to fruition — in the most precise and efficient way possible. OneCNC prides itself for... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112128/onecncs?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112128/onecncs?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Sep 2017 09:15:37 +0000 Whether fried, grilled or baked, poultry from Hazeldene’s Chicken Farm stands head and shoulders above the competition with its exceptional texture, mouth-watering flavour and unparalleled freshness. This is because Hazeldene’s puts a premium on quality – ensuring that from breeding to processing, the production cycle adheres to the most stringent hygiene, food safety and animal welfare regulations. Hazeldene’s was among the first to receive the Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112132?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112132?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Sep 2017 09:15:36 +0000 One morning in 2012, Vivienne Goodwin was woken by a solicitor calling to ask where to send a contract for one of her previous clients whom she had helped obtain a business investment visa. At that time, however, Goodwin was looking after her four-month-old daughter Chloe and had only been considering whether to join another law firm or start her own. Goodwin recognised the need for a law firm that could handle not only the complex migration needs of high-net-worth Chinese clients, but also... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112131/maternity?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112131/maternity?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Sep 2017 09:15:36 +0000 Every moment can be a special occasion that deserves a toast of premium wines. Brown Brothers drinks to this idea with its handcrafted wines that explode with vibrant flavours in every sip. Brown Brothers believes that people should be able to enjoy a glass of wine that matches their own flavour profiles. This has driven the Australian winemaker to diversify its selection and develop gateway wines of the fruitier and sweeter-tasting kind, and award-winning renowned styles. Easing a broader scope... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112129/brown?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112129/brown?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Sep 2017 09:15:35 +0000 Now, more than ever, the world needs “new”. New thinking, new ideas, new approaches to face the challenges of tomorrow. At the University of Newcastle (UON), students and researchers are inspired to bring “new” into the world. UON degrees offer global learning, work placements and entrepreneurial opportunities, and their research is having global impact. UON has entered the top one per cent of universities globally, ranked by QS World University Rankings 2017/18 – and is among the top 8 in... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112130/uon?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112130/uon?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Sep 2017 09:15:35 +0000 As one of the world’s top gold producing countries, Australia has endured and thrived through various commodity cycles. In the past three years, investors have been flocking to the mineral-rich nation to witness the extraordinary renaissance of the gold mining industry. Modelling the success of Australia’s new generation of gold miners, Saracen Mineral Holdings is bucking industry trends to organically grow its portfolio and to ensure sustainable gains for its shareholders. The debt-free gold... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112133/saracen?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112133/saracen?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Sep 2017 09:15:35 +0000 Combining the best of technology and Australia’s outstanding natural environment for dairying, Australian Dairy Park (ADP) manufactures and packages safe, premium quality milk powder products that meet the highest standards in the world. Marketed under the OZ Farm brand, ADP’s extensive range of milk powder products is formulated to support the healthy growth of the whole family through the different stages of life, from expectant and breastfeeding mothers, infants and growing children to adults... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112127/adp?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112127/adp?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Sep 2017 09:15:34 +0000 Beyond bean-counting and number-crunching, accountants in the increasingly digital, globalised world are providing clients more value than ever – from safeguarding accurate records to helping businesses identify growth drivers and opportunities. At Nexia Australia, this means offering a full-service accounting solution that underscores in-depth relationships as key to success, be it for high-net-worth individuals, small to medium enterprises or multinationals. “We are not just accountants, we... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112124/nexia?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112124/nexia?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Sep 2017 09:15:34 +0000 People across Asia are seeing the appeal of moving to a new country or owning a second home as an investment, and Australia’s Burbank Group of Companies is steadily making rounds in the Asian market for its one-stop home building solutions. The Burbank Group is a second-generation family company from Melbourne that understands the key roles of diversification and innovation in the market. With over years 30 of history, the Burbank umbrella encompasses land development, finance and utility... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112116/burbank?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112116/burbank?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Sep 2017 09:15:33 +0000 Women have become more discerning in the beauty and wellness brands they support, valuing integrity over promised results that end up nothing more than soft claims. Answering the clamour for accountability and sustainability in the beauty and wellness industries, Heritage Brands gathers Australia’s best home-grown brands under one roof, and offers products that deliver real results while at the same time are ethically made and cruelty-free. “We have a global cruelty-free certification. We want... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112118/heritage?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112118/heritage?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Sep 2017 09:15:33 +0000 With its network of 470 childcare centres comprising a 7 per cent market share in Australia, G8 Education’s journey to become the country’s largest for-profit childcare and early education provider to date is an outstanding business development case study. Driven by an aggressive growth strategy to acquire a significant foothold in Australia’s childcare sector and benefit from economies of scale, the company quickly grew its population of 80 childcare centres in 2010 to 400 in a span of just six... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112117/g8?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112117/g8?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Sep 2017 09:15:33 +0000 The world’s increasingly ambitious financial demands require equally driven financial partners who can help achieve them. Not all aspirations, however, get a chance to prosper beyond various limitations, whether due to a distressed dysfunctional market, a high-risk investment or a troubled credit history – in which case, those who refuse to give up on their dreams take their business to Pepper Group. “With a broader appetite for risk than traditional banks and prime lenders, Pepper begins where... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112113/pepper?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112113/pepper?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Sep 2017 09:15:31 +0000 A luxurious lobster meal could not get any fresher than with Australia’s Brolos brand – even when one is ordering it from China. This year, Geraldton Fishermen’s Co-operative (GFC) has started to roll out a centrepiece corporate programme that allows it to deliver live lobsters into China in only eight hours, a process that previously took 36 hours. “Every time somebody purchases a Brolos lobster, it is not only about having a meal, but more like getting a little piece of Australia,” says Wayne... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112115/gfc-gives?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112115/gfc-gives?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Sep 2017 09:15:30 +0000 Few industries have evolved as much as banking – a business that may be as old as money itself, yet it is as dynamic as global consumers’ progressively complex financial demands. Growing increasingly competitive in the digital era where users expect one-click, yet secure, transactions along with a more personalised experience, today’s banks can only be as good as their technology platform. For 41 out of the world’s 50 leading financial institutions, this means relying on Temenos and its suite of... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112139/temenos?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112139/temenos?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Sep 2017 09:15:30 +0000 For the past 30 years, Rialto has been an iconic Australian landmark situated in the heart of Melbourne’s emerging Midtown. Home to the city’s biggest finance, law, media, investment, consulting and technology organisations, the modernised 251-metre mirrored skyscraper is pushing forward into the 21st century with a major regeneration and ushering in a new business and lifestyle destination for the next generation. A remodelled take on Melbourne’s original 1885 Rialto building named for its... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112135/grollo?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112135/grollo?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Sep 2017 09:15:30 +0000 Investors seeking real estate investments that have strong economic ties with Asia-Pacific can take a look at Australia’s commercial property sector. With low office vacancy rates, the asset class is on the upside, and leading real estate investment firm Dexus is in a solid position to ensure the success of investors and developers interested in Australia’s property segments. Posting a strong balance sheet resulting from its asset management, development and trading capabilities, Dexus derives... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112137?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/business/topics/australia-new-zealand-business-report-2017/article/2112137?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Sep 2017 09:15:30 +0000