Queenslanders debate cloud computing
Could cloud computing be used to deliver a national driver's license registration scheme that was sold to states as a service? Probably not, say four Queensland Government IT chiefs, including state CIO Alan Chapman.
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Modern technology maps the mines of tomorrow
In the fifties they used 4WDs and black and white aerial photos, with the sixties came colour, and today, geologists are using sophisticated satellite technology to map out the mines of tomorrow.
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Brisbane's cityscape evolves as developments blossom
In less than five years parts of greater Brisbane will be unrecognisable as the city goes through one of the most important stages of development in its short history.
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World leading games development studio heads to Brisbane
Tantalus one of the world's leading independent electronic games development studios renowned for titles such as Cars, Top Gear Rally, MX vs ATV and SpongeBob SquarePants, is establishing operations in Brisbane.
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Distinguished national and overseas researchers wooed to Qld
Queensland's innovative researchers and industry bodies have until 28 November to apply for the first round of funding of the new $80M Smart Futures Fund - the State Government's biggest ever push to gain more brainpower in Queensland.
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Minister to lead Qld's biggest construction trade mission to Middle East
Minister for Trade John Mickel will lead Queensland's largest ever construction and infrastructure-focused trade mission to the Middle East.
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Newman calls for CityCat link to Moreton Bay
Brisbane Lord Mayor Campbell Newman says a ferry service is needed to connect the city with the Moreton Bay islands. Councillor Newman today launched the 13th high-speed ferry...
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Brisbane company to take breast cancer medical device to world
Brisbane medical device company ImpediMed will showcase its revolutionary technology designed to help cancer survivors at the annual Innovation Shoot Out in San Francisco in January next year.
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Congestion predicted at Port of Melbourne
Serious congestion is predicted for the port of Melbourne, Australia's largest container port with projections for a third container terminal forecast not to commence operations ...
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Cloudy days for Sunshine State
Australia could be the cloud computing hub of the Asia Pacific within the next 20 years, according to top government CIOs and industry experts.
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'Economic refugees' head to QLD
The troubled NSW economy could spawn a wave of "economic refugees" keen to pursue job opportunities and flattening house prices in South-East Queensland.
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Queensland top of the pack for infrastructure delivery
Australia is managing growth in urban centres reasonably well, and moves to streamline planning assessment processes and increase public participation in planning are having a positive impact, according to the latest results of a national survey of planning professionals.
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Brisbane company developing new safety product for mines
Brisbane company QMW Industries has been awarded $250,000 from the State Government's Business and Industry Transformation Incentives (BITI) scheme to develop and export an innovative safety product to protect workers on mine sites.
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Treasurer opens new hearing research centre
Queensland is set to be a world-leader in hearing disability research, with a new research centre opened today by Treasurer Andrew Fraser.
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BG Group secures control of Queensland Gas Company
UK-BASED BG Group has taken control of coal seam gas producer Queensland Gas Company (QGC) through its $4.88 billion takeover bid for the company.
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Rudd appoints another Queenslander
A YOUNG Queenslander has become Kevin Rudd's right-hand man as the ""pineapple mafia'' triumphs again.
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Eagle Boys upsizes headquarters
National pizza chain Eagle Boys has secured a new headquarters in Brisbane's inner south in support of its aggressive expansion plans to open more than 100 stores over the next 12 months.
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Queensland growth beats predictions – with good ‘steam’ for the future
Premier Anna Bligh and Treasurer Andrew Fraser have affirmed Queensland's position as an economic powerhouse, revealing an annual growth rate of 5.1 per cent in 07-08. Treasurer Fraser...
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Brisbane economy boosted by indigenous and adventure activities
Brisbane-based adventure tourism company, Riverlife has won the Davidson Recruitment Employer of Choice award at the annual Lord Mayor’s Business Awards, which rewards business excellence and outstanding contributions to the growth of Brisbane’s economy.
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New partnership to unlock nature’s cure for infections
In the quest to develop the next generation of anti-infective medicine, Griffith University and the world's largest research-based biomedical and pharmaceutical company Pfizer announced a leading partnership today.
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Queensland growth still going strong
Premier Anna Bligh and Treasurer Andrew Fraser have affirmed Queensland's position as an economic powerhouse, revealing an annual growth rate of 5.1 per cent in 07-08.
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Research leaps ahead at UQ
University of Queensland researchers will be pushing the boundaries of science even further thanks to more than $43 million in funding announced today.
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Qld biotech in international spotlight at AusBiotech 2008
Queensland's biotechnology expertise will be in the international spotlight this week at Australia's largest biotechnology conference for the Asia Pacific region, AusBiotech 2008, Minister for Regional Development and Industry Desley Boyle said today.
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Best of Brisbane Business Announced at Lord Mayor’s Awards
Medihoney was unveiled by Lord Mayor Campbell Newman as the most outstanding company contributing to the growth of the City’s economy over the past year.
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Emirate of Abu Dhabi, Department of Municipal Affairs Australia Visit a Success
Delegation Further Enhances Knowledge of Best Practices and Standards
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NetBox Blue expands into Eastern Europe
Brisbane-based internet and email security firm NetBox Blue has appointed an exclusive distributor in Bulgaria as part of a campaign to service the growing economies of Eastern Europe.
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Brisbane identified as model for Abu Dhabi to follow
Civic leaders from Abu Dhabi have identified Brisbane and the Gold Coast in Australia as one of the models for how they want their city to develop.
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Abu Dhabi Looks to Australia for World Best Practice
Brisbane, Australia - Abu Dhabi, October 22, 2008 – The world’s richest city and capital of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Abu Dhabi, plans to model its major government restructure on Brisbane City Council’s structure as the city faces unprecedented economic growth.
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Discovery could slow spread of cancer
A team of Queensland scientists has identified how lymphatic vessels develop in a human embryo - a discovery that could play a major role in preventing the spread of cancer.
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Virgin Blue seeks shelter in Brisbane
VIRGIN Blue's new Brisbane hub will provide some shelter from the economic crisis, chief executive Brett Godfrey says.
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It's GAME ON at the State Library of Queensland this summer
Arts Minister Rod Welford today announced the State Library of Queensland will host a major international videogames exhibition this summer.
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Awards highlight diversity of Queensland's leading exporters
The diversity of Queensland's export industries and the people who contribute to them were on show tonight at the gala presentation of the Premier of Queensland's Export Awards at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre.
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Brisbane communications technology company awarded for export success in Europe
Brisbane-based Triasx, a designer and manufacturer of sophisticated radio frequency products for use in mobile telecommunication systems across the globe, has taken out the prestigious Dermot McManus Award at the Premier of Queensland's Export Awards gala presentation.
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Treasurer announces successful sale of Brisbane Airport shareholding
Queensland Treasurer Andrew Fraser today announced that despite the current state of global financial markets, the Bligh Government has reached agreement for the $289.4 million sale of its 12.
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Research leaps ahead at UQ
Professor Craik University of Queensland researchers will be pushing the boundaries of science even further thanks to more than $43 million in funding announced today.
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Queensland the place to do business: Bligh
Industry leaders at Queensland's most important infrastructure event today heard the State is still a great place for business in uncertain economic times.
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Critical mass for a tropical hub to translate into $110 billion a year by 2025
GROWTH of the global tropical knowledge-based industry sector has the potential to transform Australia's economy. One observer has calculated that capturing 1 per cent of the kno...
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Brisbane’s finalists in Lord Mayor’s Business Awards
Brisbane Lord Mayor Campbell Newman has congratulated finalists in the 2008 Lord Mayor’s Business Awards, the city’s most prestigious business accolade which recognises excellence and rewards exceptional contributions to the growth of the city’s economy.
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Lord Mayor's Young CEO finalists announced
Four of Brisbane’s top bosses have been named finalists in this year’s Lord Mayor’s Young CEO of the Year award.
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UQ again ranked among world's top universities
The University of Queensland has been named one of the top 50 universities in the world for the fourth year running in the UK's Times Higher Education-QS World University Rankings, released today.
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Export Week puts spotlight on opportunities in India
Queensland Export Week from 13 to 17 October will highlight India as a land of opportunity for the State's export businesses, particularly in the mining, building and infrastructure sectors.
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Export Week turns business focus to Middle East
A feature of this year's Queensland Export Week, from 13 to 17 October, will be a number of seminars and events for exporters who want to know more about growing markets for Queensland exports to the Middle East.
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