Australian lessons from the US election

Trump, Albanese, Dutton, Cost-of-living, Households

The US election results provide a number of critical considerations for Australia’s upcoming elections in 2025.

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Delivering bad news: how good communication can make all the difference

Delivering bad news, particularly in relation to redundancies, is unlikely to be any manager’s idea of a good time. And while they’re an unfortunate commercial reality of any business, how you communicate the news can make an enormous difference in how it

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The hidden risks of greenwashing and bluewashing

A materiality assessment supports organisations to achieve transparent sustainability practices and steer clear of greenwashing and blue (social) washing, avoiding damage to your brand's reputation and the risk of legal consequences. Discover why conducti

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Good government benefits us all

Challenges of government

In an increasingly complex and challenging environment, we should show our politicians respect and do everything we can to support them in their work.

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Countering misinformation on electric vehicles

Electric vehicle misinformation

The carbon payback period for an EV in Australia is between two to four years and getting less, despite what climate sceptics would have us believe.

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Extra trading hours hand more power to big retailers

Trading hours

Every time we give additional trading hours to the big retailers, we give them more market share, with enhanced power over both consumers and suppliers.

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Improving responses to media interview questions

Not all journalists’ questions are created equal – but how you respond can turn a trap into triumph with the right techniques.

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Social media defence a tough sell

Social media lobbyists

Professional sympathies aside, it may not be long before lobbying for the social media industry is held in similar esteem to lobbying for big tobacco.

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Taking awareness days beyond the hashtag

Beyond the hashtag

Awareness days are an opportunity to use social media to make a genuine positive impact – but an authentic commitment is key.

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Census questions deserve careful consideration

While there is a lot to think through in new census questions, it’s hard to resource services for LGBTQIA+ Australians, without knowing how many of us there are.

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