‘Accidental’ life in economics
After “accidentally” entering the world of economics, former top public servant Donald Challen AM FAICD has achieved a distinguished career in academia, the public service and corporate governance.Read more
Tasplan recruits former CBUS CIO to Board
Tasplan has announced the appointment of former CBUS CIO, Trish Donohue as a Non-Executive Director of Tasplan Pty Ltd, effective 1 January 2019. Ms Donohue’s appointment, achieved via a nomination of the Local Government Association of Tasmania, reflects Tasplan’s focus on ensuring there continues to be an appropriate skills mix on the Board.Read more
Organic path bears fruit
A Tasmanian apple orchard has been announced the inaugural recipient of the $30 million Woolworths Organic Growth Fund. The grant from Woolworths will form part of a $10m investment by Huon Valley business R&R Smith, to increase production of organic apples in Australia and put a focus on the development of an organic apple variety not well known in Australia.Read more
Rules for the ‘silly season’
With Christmas just around the corner, TCCI Workplace Relations Consultant Abbey George gives some poignant HR tips for employers about how to handle the ‘silly season’.Read more
Prevention best cure for state’s health woes
Compared with the rest of Australia, Tasmania has higher rates of chronic disease like arthiritis, asthma, heart disease and mental issues. St.LukesHealth CEO Paul Lupo says a shift to preventative care is a must to address this worrying trend.Read more
Now is the time for change
Business leaders have a responsibility to provide leadership in their communities and there’s no better time to join the fight against violence to women, writes White Ribbon Ambassador Kierran Downham.Read more
Local fashionistas hit catwalk
Move over New York and London, Hobart will welcome a new festival in November full of fashion, design, insights and inspiration from emerging, current and expat Tasmanian designers.Read more
