Project Management Institute president and chief executive officer, Gregory Balestrero. By Angela Dorizas Government needs to invest in project and program management education to strengthen public trust, according to the…
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Charting a rural revolution
Towong Shire Council on the Victorian-New South Wales border is changing the perception of local government in rural communities. The council in north-east Victoria is successfully boosting local employment and raising…
Hybrid trucks on show at Parliament House
By Paul Matthei As part of a commitment to raising awareness among public servants and politicians of the various ‘green’ initiatives being offered by truck and related component manufacturers, the…
Researcher goes on hunt for innovation secrets
By Rob O'Brien A Queensland University of Technology researcher is embarking on a global hunt for the secrets to innovation through tracking down some of the world's brightest sparks. Creative…
More capacity building needed for regional businesses
By Rob O'Brien It is a collaboration between local government and private enterprise that could be a model for small business development across Australia. Yet one of the directors…
A big task ahead for Australian innovation: Cutler review
The review of Australia’s innovation system, led by CSIRO director Dr Terry Cutler, has been released about a month later than originally planned. Releasing the report, ‘venturousaustralia – building strength in…
Generating interest in energy alternative
By Jane Garcia An innovative cogeneration project providing power and air conditioning for Hornsby Shire Council’s Central Library is about to realise its potential and enter a phase of commercialisation….
Innovation key in civil construction winners
By Adam Coleman The 2006 CASE Earth Awards has recognised the innovative construction of a variety of civil construction projects around Australia, from a cliff-side road project to the rehabilitation…