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Month: September 2013

Healthcare

Close-Up: Natasha Lannin

Associate Professor Natasha Lannin is an experienced neurological occupational therapist and rehabilitation researcher, working in a clinical conjoint position with Alfred Health and La Trobe University, and holding an honorary clinical appointment at the Rehabilitation Studies Unit, Sydney Medical School, The University of Sydney. “In my research, I am particularly interested in understanding the experiences…

6 Sep 2013, by Informa Insights

Transport & Logistics

Heavy haul rail in Brazil: What’s happened in the last 12 months

Spotlight: Vicente Abate, President, ABIFER Given his technical expertise and corporate experience, we are delighted to have Vicente Abate, President of the Brazilian Association of Railway Industry (Abifer), return to deliver a presentation at this year’s Heavy Haul Rail South America conference in São Paulo, Brazil on 17 October 2013. Vicente graduated as a metallurgical…

6 Sep 2013, by Informa Insights

Mining & Resources

Mining boss: Iron ore boom not over

Mining engineering and the resources sector in general are likely to continue being of central importance to the Australian economy. But have mining profits peaked? Well, according to Morgan Ball, managing director of BC Iron, the resources boom is still in full swing. Speaking to Sue Lannin of the ABC, he said his organisation continues…

6 Sep 2013, by Informa Insights

Transport & Logistics

Close-up: Ivelise Longhi, President, METRO-DF

We’re honoured to have Ivelise Longhi, President, METRO-DF deliver a presentation on Brasília’s Metro expansion at the inaugural Urban Rail Brazil conference in São Paulo, Brazil on the 17 October 2013. From a background in architecture and Federal Government, Ivelise Longhi has a distinguished career and commitment to advancing urban planning. Ivelise Maria Longhi Pereira da…

5 Sep 2013, by Informa Insights

Mining & Resources

Close-up: Mr Mark Edwards

Mark Edwards is currently General Manager of Exploration for Crocodile Gold a position he has held since early 2010, this position relates mainly to the regional exploration activities over the 2,200 square kilometre land holdings for Crocodile Gold plus the resource development of around 30 current and historic resources. Mr Edwards holds the position of…

5 Sep 2013, by Informa Insights

Mining & Resources

Close-up: Mr Mike Nazroo

Mike Nazroo is Vice President Commercial for Australia - West for ConocoPhillips. Mike graduated with a Bachelor of Engineering Degree in Mining from the Camborne school of Mines in England and began his career with the company in 1989 as a reservoir engineer in Woking, England. Following that he spent more than 10 years in…

5 Sep 2013, by Informa Insights

Transport & Logistics

Presentations: Transport infrastructure driving productivity in NSW

Since the release of the NSW Long Term Transport Master Plan in December 2012, there has been a wide range of responses from community and industry sectors on some of its major projects. NSW has the strongest economy in Australia, but it also has some issues within the transport sector that may be seen to…

5 Sep 2013, by Informa Insights

Leadership & Communication

Leadership skills: Mentoring tips

Mentoring is a learning experience for the mentor and the mentee, with the result being that both should be able to build on their leadership skills. If you are thinking about mentoring an employee at your organisation, here are some tips to help you be as effective as possible. Don't solve problems for them Helping…

5 Sep 2013, by Informa Insights

Healthcare

Presentations: Elective Surgery Redesign

Streamlining surgical pathways, improving access and patient experience, reducing waiting times and incorporating latest technological innovations are central topics addressed at the Elective Surgery Redesign conference. We have made some of the presentations given at the 2012 event available for viewing and download. International CASE STUDY: Elective Surgery in New Zealand The introduction of Elective…

5 Sep 2013, by Informa Insights

Leadership & Communication

Lack of female ASX 200 CEOs, data shows

Australia's top companies lack women in the most senior job roles, new official figures suggest. The Australian Bureau of Statistics Gender Indicators data found there were just seven female chief executive officers (CEOs) in the top 200 companies in Standard & Poor's ASX stock market index last year. This compared with 195 males in similar…

4 Sep 2013, by Informa Insights

Leadership & Communication

Could higher emotional intelligence help your career?

Emotional intelligence (EI) is the ability to recognise, evaluate and control your feelings, whether it’s anger, fear, sadness, pleasure or love. Those with high EI are able to identify these emotions easily in others, enabling them to be empathetic and form connections with colleagues, families, friends and even strangers. Having the ability to control your…

3 Sep 2013, by Informa Insights

Transport & Logistics

$17 million QLD railway engineering project announced

Railway engineering in Queensland is set to receive a $17 million boost from the state government to increase freight capacity. The Newman government revealed the money will go towards enlarging the train tunnels through both the Toowoomba Range and Lockyer Valley. Scott Emerson, transport and roads minister, said the aim is to lower the floors…

3 Sep 2013, by Informa Insights