Category Archives: Expertise

A decade of data: exporting through change in the pacific

Ten years is a long time. It’s long enough to build robust businesses, long enough to face unprecedented disruption, and long enough to adapt to a rapidly evolving global economy….

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new vehicle sales march 2025: a solid quarter, but signs of shifting momentum

Updates to New Vehicle Sales are published monthly. View previous wave. March brought some welcome momentum to the Australian new vehicle market, with new vehicle sales data (from the FCAI’s VFACTS…

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Employment trends unveiled: 3 forces reshaping Australia’s workforce

Employment trends are showing us that the Australia’s labour market is changing. This can be inferred from record low levels of unemployment and a participation rate that has steadily grown…

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How DNA could solve the world’s data crisis

the data crisis Since 2010, the world has been facing a growing data crisis, with the amount of digital data produced globally far outpacing our ability to store it. Recent…

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Tariff terrors shake SME confidence as outlook turns grim

Updates to this research are published monthly. View previous wave. Confidence in both domestic and global economies has plummeted as tariff wars shift from threat to reality. Now, 66% of…

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Beyond the City: How Regional Economies Are Evolving

Australia’s business scene is evolving, driven by a post-pandemic shift that saw city dwellers trade urban hustle for regional tranquility. The COVID-19 pandemic fuelled the “tree-change” movement, reshaping where and…

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public healthcare at a critical crossroad

The Australian Medical Association’s (AMA) latest Public Hospital Report Card paints a less than rosy picture of Australia’s public healthcare system. While some short-term improvements are evident, the broader trend…

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Wake-up call: coffee prices on the rise

For many, coffee is more than just a beverage—it’s a daily ritual, a source of energy, and a social staple. Australia’s coffee culture is considered one of the world’s finest,…

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2024 end of year review – heavy commercial vehicles

Australia’s Heavy Commercial Vehicles (HCV) market remained resilient in 2024, with 51,306 units sold (just 466 fewer than in 2023), highlighting the ongoing demand for freight services in the Australian…

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Health longevity: finding the right balance

In 2025, the global fascination with health longevity continues to accelerate. High-profile biohackers and wellness influencers are leading the charge, while billionaires like Jeff Bezos and Sam Altman are investing…

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