Employers Need Real Outcomes From Fair Work Review to Support Competitiveness in Precarious Economic Times
In commenting on the Fair Work Act Review announced today, Australian Industry Group Chief Executive Heather Ridout said: "This is a most important review and employers are looking for real outcomes that will support the competitiveness of their businesses over the next few years in what promise to be volatile and difficult economic times. Indeed, consistent with this challenge, the test of the Review will be the extent to which its outcomes support increased productivity and flexibility, reduce red tape and improve competitiveness," Mrs Ridout said.
Tuesday 20 December 2011
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Australian Industry Group Applies for Federal Court Review of Fair Work Australia's ADJ Contracting Decision
"The Australian Industry Group has applied to the Federal Court for a judicial review of the Fair Work Australia Full Bench decision in The Australian Industry Group v ADJ Contracting Pty Ltd. The Federal Court proceedings will be an important test of section 194 of the Fair Work Act which deems particular enterprise agreement clauses to be "unlawful terms" said Australian Industry Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout.
Friday 16 December 2011
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Ai Group Comment on Interstate Reform Partnership between NSW and Victoria
Australian Industry Group Chief Executive Heather Ridout has welcomed the agreement between the New South Wales and Victorian Governments to work closely in a number of areas of reform including energy efficiency and training.
Wednesday 14 December 2011
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Ai Group Comment on Draft Energy White Paper
"The draft Energy White Paper released today is a significant piece of work, long anticipated and deserving of close analysis," said Ai Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout.
Tuesday 13 December 2011
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Ai Group Comment on Ministerial Reshuffle
"The major Cabinet reshuffle has significant implications for business in key policy areas where Australia's competitiveness and productivity are at stake. It is especially important given the looming critical decisions related to the impact of the multi-speed economy which will have major implications for important sectors of the economy such as manufacturing," said Australian Industry Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout.
Monday 12 December 2011
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Australian business remains exposed following Durban meeting
"While there was some progress at the Durban climate change conference, Australian industry remains starkly exposed," said Australian Industry Group Chief Executive Heather Ridout.
Monday 12 December 2011
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Ministerial Council makes the right call on traffic light labelling
The Australian confectionery industry has welcomed a decision by the Ministerial Food Council today not to pursue traffic light labelling on Australian food products.
Monday 12 December 2011
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Australian PCI®: Uneven construction sector remains subdued
The Australian Industry Group Australian Performance of Construction Index (Australian PCI®) in conjunction with the Housing Industry Association was 4.9 points stronger in November at 39.6, although it was still well below the 50 point level separating expansion from contraction. November marked the eighteenth straight month the national construction industry index has been in the red.
Wednesday 07 December 2011
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Apprenticeship Reforms a Positive Move
"Ai Group welcomes the Government's response to the Expert Panel: Apprenticeships for 21 Century Report. The package of reforms supported by the Government are balanced and potentially constitute a major step towards creating a genuinely nationally apprenticeship system," said Ai Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout.
Tuesday 06 December 2011
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Heather Ridout to move on from Ai Group
Australian Industry Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout has announced that she would be moving on after 33 years with the organisation and approaching eight years as CEO.
Tuesday 06 December 2011
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Heather Ridout comment on RBA appointment
"It is an honour to be appointed to this most important position. I have an abiding interest and commitment to strong and balanced economic policies and to have the opportunity to serve Australia in this role will be a great privilege," Mrs Ridout said.
Monday 05 December 2011
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Australian PSI®: Services sector weakens further
The services sector reported weaker sales in November despite strong discounting across the sector. The Australian Industry Group/Commonwealth Bank Australian Performance of Services Index (Australian PSI®) fell 1.1 points to 47.7 in November remaining below the 50 point level which indicates a contraction in activity.
Monday 05 December 2011
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New uniform WHS laws need to be adopted Australia-wide
"Ai Group calls on political parties and Independents in Tasmania and the Northern Territory, and the remaining States, to complete the picture and give Australian workplaces unified safety laws for the first time in our history," said Australian Industry Group Chief Executive Heather Ridout.
Thursday 01 December 2011
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Industrial disputes increase
"The industrial dispute statistics released today should be a huge wake up call for the Government," Ai Group Chief Executive Heather Ridout said.
Thursday 01 December 2011
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Australian PMI®: Flat conditions persist in manufacturing
Manufacturing activity remained flat in November according to the latest Australian Industry Group - PwC Australian Performance of Manufacturing Index (Australian PMI®). The Australian PMI® was broadly unchanged, up just 0.4 points to 47.8, to remain below the 50 points level separating expansion from contraction.
Thursday 01 December 2011
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Government makes the right call on traffic light labelling
The Australian confectionery industry has welcomed a decision by the Federal Government not to pursue traffic light labelling on Australian food products.
Wednesday 30 November 2011
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Proposed Road Safety Remuneration Tribunal is Based on Flawed Logic
"The Government's announcement of a new Road Safety Remuneration Tribunal is based on the flawed logic that paying drivers differently and at higher rates of pay will lead to improved safety. Road safety is a critically important issue for employers, employees and the wider community, but the proposed Tribunal is not the answer," said Ai Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout.
Tuesday 22 November 2011
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Outcomes from Ai Group National Executive Meeting
The Australian Industry Group National Executive, the organisation's policy making body, met in Sydney this week. It concluded with the organisation's 138th Annual General Meeting.
Wednesday 16 November 2011
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Skills Scorecard Shows Some Improvement
"The scorecard on Australia’s performance in school reform and workforce skills, released today by the Council of Australian Governments (COAG) Reform Council, shows some improvements across the sector. However, this is a critical area for business and much more needs to be done to ensure we have the skilled workforce needed to effectively deal with the challenges of our multispeed economy," said Australian Industry Group (Ai Group) Chief Executive, Heather Ridout.
Thursday 10 November 2011
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WHS transitional arrangements key to the success of the new laws
"The transition arrangements for business under the new Work Health and Safety (WHS) legislation, announced today by Senator Evans, are a very important part of this harmonisation process and will be key to the success of the new laws in the workplace," said Ai Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout.
Thursday 10 November 2011
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High starting price and lack of flexibility in carbon legislation deeply disappointing
"The passage of the climate change legislation with a high starting price and no flexibility to adjust the price in the initial years is deeply disappointing. This is especially so given the extremely uncertain and weak global economic conditions and the volatility of global carbon prices. It will add significant costs at a time when business can least afford it," said Australian Industry Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout.
Tuesday 08 November 2011
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Australian PCI®: Construction industry declines at a slower rate in October
The national construction sector spent another month in the red in October according to the latest Australian Industry Group Australian Performance of Construction Index (Australian PCI®) in conjunction with the Housing Industry Association. The seasonally adjusted index lifted 4.7 points to 34.7 while remaining well below the 50 point level separating expansion from contraction.
Monday 07 November 2011
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ABCC is Needed as Much as Ever
"Industry remains convinced that a well-resourced construction industry regulator with strong powers needs to be maintained. In this regard we have a number of concerns with key aspects of the Building and Construction Industry Improvement Amendment (Transition to Fair Work) Bill which was introduced into Parliament today," said Australian Industry Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout.
Thursday 03 November 2011
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Australian PSI®: Services sector softens in October
Weakening sales and new orders saw the services sector soften in October according to the latest Australian Industry Group/Commonwealth Bank Australian Performance of Services Index (Australian PSI®). The latest seasonally adjusted index dropped 1.5 points to 48.8 in October to be below the 50 point level separating expansion from contraction.
Thursday 03 November 2011
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Australian PMI®: Pace of manufacturing decline eases in October
The latest seasonally adjusted Australian Industry Group - PwC Australian Performance of Manufacturing Index (Australian PMI®) contracted in October, albeit at a slower rate than recent months, rising 5.1 points to 47.4 to remain below the 50 point mark separating expansion from contraction. The decline was particularly pronounced across the clothing and footwear sub-sector and sub-sectors linked to the construction industry.
Tuesday 01 November 2011
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Ai Group comment on the resignation of Fair Work Australia President
"The Honourable Justice Geoffrey Giudice has been an outstanding President of Fair Work Australia and the Australian Industrial Relations Commission (AIRC). He has shaped the organisation over a long period and through a time of major change for Australia’s workplace relations system and the Tribunal," Ai Group Chief Executive Heather Ridout said today.
Friday 28 October 2011
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Comment on the Prime Minister's announcement on global free trade agenda:
"The recognition of the collapse of the Doha round of global free trade talks is not a surprise, given the failure of negotiations between the United States and China over tariffs earlier this year. The challenge for Australia is to now work on comprehensive separate agreements that will bring demonstrable benefits to Australian industry through increased market access while not allowing our trading partners to backslide into protectionist measures in response to deteriorating global economic conditions," said Ai Group Director International and Government Relations, Innes Willox.
Wednesday 26 October 2011
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New laws to reduce QLD green tape welcome
"The introduction into State Parliament today of new legislation aimed at cutting business costs associated with green tape is welcomed by business," said Ai Group Queensland Director, Matthew Martyn-Jones.
Wednesday 26 October 2011
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Comment from Ai Group Director Workplace Relations, Stephen Smith, on ACTU "insecure work" proposals
"The ACTU's attempts to limit flexible work arrangements are not in the interests of employers, employees or the community. Employers need flexibility to maintain productivity and competitiveness. Employees need flexibility to meet family responsibilities and lifestyle choices. The community needs flexibility to achieve economic growth, high levels of employment and increased workforce participation," said Ai Group Director of National Workplace Relations, Stephen Smith.
Monday 24 October 2011
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Safe Work Australia Week: A Reminder of the Benefits of Nationally Consistent Safety Laws
"With the nationally harmonised Work Health and Safety (WHS) legislation due to take effect from 1 January, now is the time for those states that have yet to introduce the package into their Parliaments to do so to ensure all businesses enjoy the improvements to safety and productivity that will come from national consistent WHS laws, " said Ai Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout.
Sunday 23 October 2011
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Ai Group pays tribute to outgoing Premier Rann
"Premier Rann presided over and actively shaped the important transformation of the South Australian economy and the State today has a much broader and diverse industry base than when he first became Premier in 2002," said Ai Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout.
Wednesday 19 October 2011
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A Victory for Common Sense and Natural Justice
"Today's Fair Work Australia (FWA) Full Bench appeal decision in the Graham Group case is a victory for common sense and natural justice," said Australian Industry Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout.
Tuesday 18 October 2011
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Ai Group welcomes appointment of Queensland Business Commissioner
"Ai Group welcomes the Queensland Government's appointment of Mr Blair Davies as Queensland's first Business Commissioner," said Ai Group Queensland Director, Matthew Martyn-Jones.
Friday 14 October 2011
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Comment on passage of anti- dumping measures
"Today's passage of the Federal Government's anti- dumping legislation will be viewed positively by industry which has long called for a strengthening of the rules and resources to protect Australian businesses from the illegal dumping of goods on to the Australian market," said Ai Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout.
Thursday 13 October 2011
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Amendments Needed to Fair Work Act Following Today's Decision in ADJ Contracting Case
"Today's decision of a Full Bench of Fair Work Australia in the ADJ Contracting appeal is disappointing. The decision highlights the need for the Fair Work Act to be amended to prevent clauses in union pattern agreements restricting legitimate commercial arrangements between contractors and subcontractors and inhibiting the productive organisation of work," said Ai Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout.
Thursday 13 October 2011
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Ai Group South Australia welcomes signing of the BHP Olympic Dam Mine Indenture
Ai Group South Australia Director Stephen Myatt today welcomed the announcement that the South Australian government has signed an indenture agreement with BHP Billiton for the expansion of the Olympic Dam Mine.
Thursday 13 October 2011
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Strong, Well-resourced Construction Industry Regulator Needs to be Maintained
"It is vital that a well-resourced construction industry regulator with strong powers be maintained. The Australian Building and Construction Commissioner (ABCC) is playing an important and effective role in ensuring that the law is complied with by all parties in the construction industry and this role is needed as much as ever," said Ai Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout.
Wednesday 12 October 2011
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Climate Bill should be amended
"Given economic circumstances, lack of global and domestic consensus, and the structural pressures already on manufacturing, the timing of the Clean Energy Bill couldn't be worse and it should be amended," said Ai Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout.
Tuesday 11 October 2011
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Strong Stand of the Victorian Government on Construction Reforms is Very Welcome
"The leadership shown and the strong stand taken by the Victorian Government in developing its own industrial relations guidelines for the Victorian construction industry is very welcome," said Ai Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout.
Friday 07 October 2011
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Australian PCI®: Construction decline deepens further in September
There was a further weakening in the national construction industry in September with the seasonally adjusted Australian Industry Group Australian Performance of Construction Index (Australian PCI®) in conjunction with the Housing Industry Association, falling 2.1 points to 30.0.
Friday 07 October 2011
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Comment by Ai Group Chief Executive Heather Ridout on Jobs Forum outcome
"The measures announced today by the Prime Minister seeking to ease the pressures on Australian industry and build its resilience through the current mining boom are most welcome," Mrs Ridout said.
Friday 07 October 2011
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Comment at the conclusion of the Tax Forum by Ai Group Chief Executive Heather Ridout
"The Forum was worth the trip to Canberra; the dialogue was useful and the outcomes have the potential to deliver some positive results. However, we will need to see the policy results before we can judge the true worth of the dialogue.
Thursday 06 October 2011
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Australian PSI®: Services sector stays in positive territory in September
The services sector stayed in positive territory in September with the latest seasonally adjusted Australian Industry Group/Commonwealth Bank Australian Performance of Services Index (Australian PSI®) down a slight 1.8 points to 50.3 indicating activity continued to expand in the month.
Wednesday 05 October 2011
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Australian PMI®: Tough trading conditions continue for manufacturers in September
Manufacturers experienced another tough month in September with the Australian Industry Group - PwC Australian Performance of Manufacturing Index (Australian PMI®) down 1.0 point to 42.3, indicating a further weakening in the sector.
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Growing Red Tape Burden Holding Back Business Growth and Innovation
The latest Australian Industry Group/Deloitte CEO survey released today, Business Regulation, points to the high and rising cost of complying with regulation for Australian businesses. At a time when pressures are intensifying to innovate and change business practices, the growing burden of business regulation is proving a barrier to innovation and growth. It requires urgent government attention.
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New Ai Group Emeritus Councillors
Ai Group has appointed three new Emeritus Councillors in recognition of their exceptional and extraordinary service to the organisation and for their outstanding and distinctive contribution to Australian industry.
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Ai Group comment on Knight Review of the Student Visa Program
Comment from Ai Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout, on the announcement today of new immigration measures in response to the Strategic Review of the Student Visa Program 2011 by the Hon Michael Knight AO.
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Ai Group comment on Minister Evans address in national skills week
"We welcome today's announcement by Minister Evans on Skills Connect," said Ai Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout.
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Ai Group comment on ACT passage of WHS bill
"We are very pleased that the ACT Government has passed the harmonised Work Health and Safety laws without amendments to the model, " said Ai Group NSW Director, Mark Goodsell.
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Chocolate industry taking responsible steps
"On the tenth anniversary of the Harkin-Engel Protocol it is important to reflect on the enormous improvements the Australian chocolate industry has taken to develop its use of accredited cocoa products. It continues to support global efforts to ensure improvement in the cocoa supply chain," said Ai Group Victorian Director and Principal Advocate, Ai Group Confectionery Sector, Tim Piper.
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Chris Jenkins named new Ai Group Defence Council Chairman
The Ai Group Defence Council National Executive has named Thales Australia CEO Chris Jenkins as its new Chairman, replacing outgoing Chairman Jim McDowell.
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Ai Group Statement of new Deputy Premier of Queensland
"The Australian Industry Group congratulates Andrew Fraser on his appointment as Deputy Premier following the retirement of Paul Lucas from the position," said Ai Group QLD Director, Matthew Martyn-Jones.
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Single safety standard opportunity too important to be missed
"Ai Group has put an enormous amount of effort into the harmonisation of OHS laws recognising that safety should come first rather than compliance with nine acts and all the inefficiencies and costs that entails," said Ai Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout.
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Key industry concerns with Carbon Tax remain while risks have been amplified
"The Government has dealt with some of the technical matters raised by Ai Group and others. However, our key issues of concern have not been addressed and remain major stumbling blocks," said Australian Industry Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout.
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Australia's Ranking slips in the World Competitiveness Table
"Australia has fallen four places to be ranked 20th out of 142 countries in the World Economic Forum's (WEF) 2011-12 Global Competitiveness Index (GCI) rankings," said Australian Industry Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout.
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Business groups in Australia and Canada pursue stronger trade and investment ties
Business organizations in Australia and Canada have agreed to commission a report on ways to expand trade and investment between the two countries.
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Australian PCI®: Construction downturn deepens in August
A sharp fall in new orders together with weak activity across all major sub-sectors saw the national construction industry fall to its lowest level in almost two and half years in August. The Australian Industry Group Australian Performance of Construction Index (Australian PCI®) in conjunction with the Housing Industry Association, dropped 4.0 points to 32.1 to remain below the 50 point level for the 15th consecutive month (readings below 50 indicate a contraction in activity).
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Ai Group NSW Budget comment
"Today's NSW Budget represents a positive step forward in the new beginning for NSW. The State's balance sheet remains strong and this puts into perspective the forecast 2011-12 deficit and modest increase in net debt," said Australian Industry Group NSW Director, Mark Goodsell.
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NSW needs sophisticated Budget to address state's competition woes
"Tomorrow's New South Wales Budget is a prime opportunity for the Government to make some difficult yet necessary decisions to address the State's underperformance," said Australian Industry Group (Ai Group) NSW Director, Mark Goodsell.
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Australian PSI®: Services sector gets relief in August
A welcome lift in new orders and sales took the services sector into positive territory in August according to the latest Australian Industry Group/Commonwealth Bank Australian Performance of Services Index (Australian PSI®). The seasonally adjusted index rose 3.3 points to 52.1 in the month (readings above 50 indicate an expansion in activity).
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Australian PMI®: Manufacturing weakens further in August
Manufacturing contracted further in August with the Australian Industry Group - PwC Australian Performance of Manufacturing Index (Australian PMI®) down slightly by 0.1 points to 43.3 to remain below the 50 points level separating expansion from contraction.
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Ai Group Chief Executive comment on meeting with the Prime Minister and the Innovation, Industry, Science and Research Minister
"It was a very constructive meeting and the Prime Minister was receptive to our concerns and proposals. It was an opportunity to put some good ideas forward about the future of the manufacturing industry in Australia," said Ai Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout.
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National procurement strategy needed to end unfair practices damaging Australian manufacturing
As part of a coordinated national approach to support manufacturing in Australia, the Australian Industry Group (Ai Group) proposes that all levels of government need to adopt a principled and coordinated approach to improve access for domestic suppliers to public sector contracts and to the provision of goods and services for major projects undertaken within Australia.
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Ai Group Comment on passage of Research and Development Bill
"We remain unconvinced that the R&D Tax Credit Bill will be effective in supporting research and development in large swathes of the manufacturing sector." said Ai Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout.
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Bad day for manufacturing - worse to come without concerted action
"The extensive restructuring announced by BlueScope Steel represents chilling news not only for those directly affected in the Illawarra and Western Port but also for all those involved in manufacturing in Australia," said Australian Industry Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout.
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Ai Group comment on Defence restructuring
"The decision today to add to the already top-heavy Defence Department structure overseeing defence procurement will concern industry, particularly at a time when industry is struggling with the slow roll out of the 2009 Defence White Paper program as well as pressures associated with the high dollar and renewed global economic uncertainty," Ai Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout, said today
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Ai Group comment on government departmental changes
"Terry Moran has given distinguished service to Australia in a variety of roles including in later years as Australia's most senior public servant," said Ai Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout.
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Australian PCI®: Construction doldrums continue in July
The national construction industry remained in the doldrums in July with further declines in activity, employment and new orders. The latest Australian Industry Group Australian Performance of Construction Index (Australian PCI®) in conjunction with the Housing Industry Association, rose just 0.3 points to 36.1. It was the 14th consecutive month of contraction for the sector (readings below 50 indicate a contraction in activity).
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Australian PSI®: Services sector soft in July
The overall level of activity in the services sector was broadly unchanged in July with the latest Australian Industry Group/Commonwealth Bank Australian Performance of Services Index (Australian PSI®) up 0.3 points to 48.8 to remain below the 50 point level separating expansion from contraction. The seasonally adjusted index has been in negative territory for ten of the past twelve months.
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Comment by Ai Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout, on today's RBA decision
"The decision was a no-brainer. It will be received with relief by the bulk of the Australian economy which is experiencing tough trading conditions," Mrs Ridout said.
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Australian PMI®: Manufacturing contracts in July
The manufacturing industry slumped in July reflecting the tough trading conditions that continue to restrict growth in the sector. The latest seasonally adjusted Australian Industry Group - PwC Australian Performance of Manufacturing Index (Australian PMI®) fell 9.5 points to 43.4 in July to be below the 50 point level separating expansion from contraction.
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Full Bench to Hear Key Fair Work Act Appeal Tomorrow
"Tomorrow a Full Bench of Fair Work Australia (FWA) will hear the Australian Industry Group's appeal against the Tribunal's decision in the ADJ Contracting Case. The outcome will be extremely important for employers in maintaining flexible and productive workplaces," said Ai Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout.
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Ai Group comment on high Australian dollar
"The Australian dollar is being buffeted upwards by the vicissitudes of the global economy and this is coming on top of the elevated level of the dollar linked to the resources boom. Australian industry is a price-taker in this environment," said Australian Industry Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout.
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Climate package: Industry remains concerned about damage to competitiveness
"Today's package is complex and raises many questions which we will need to examine closely in consultation with our members. At first glance, however, our evaluation suggests that large parts of industry will be underwhelmed and will remain deeply concerned that their competitiveness will be damaged. This is especially so in these very uncertain economic times when manufacturing in particular is experiencing extremely stressful economic conditions," said Australian Industry Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout.
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New CitiPower Substation
"Australian Industry Group (Ai Group) congratulates CitiPower and Powercor Australia on the official opening of its zone substation at Southbank today and recognises the importance of this modern infrastructure for ensuring reliable and secure power supply for residents and industry in the precinct," said Ai Group Victorian Director, Tim Piper.
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Ai Group Comment on Defence Materiel Organisation CEO
"The outgoing CEO of the Defence Materiel Organisation (DMO), Dr Stephen Gumley, oversaw a period of great change in the organisation and made an important contribution to the industry in Australia," said Ai Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout.
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Australian PCI®: Construction declines amid weakening demand
The national construction industry contracted further in June with solid falls in new orders and activity across the sector. The Australian Industry Group Australian Performance of Construction Index (Australian PCI®) in conjunction with the Housing Industry Association, fell 3.8 points to 35.8 (a reading below 50 indicates a contraction in activity).
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Regional VIC business support welcomed
"Today's visit by the Victorian Manufacturing Minister to two key Ballarat manufacturing companies and the announcement of a business roundtable for the region is an important recognition and commitment to regional business in Victoria," said Ai Group Victorian Director, Tim Piper.
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Important step towards national WHS harmonisation
"The Australian Industry Group (Ai Group) strongly welcomes today’s introduction into Federal Parliament of Commonwealth legislation reflecting the national agreement on harmonised work health and safety laws," said Ai Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout.
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Aid Review has welcome focus on lifting business engagement
"The Independent Review of Aid Effectiveness released today puts a welcome emphasis on improving the engagement of business in the aid program and the mutual benefits of creating stronger trading partners and opening emerging markets," said Australian Industry Group Chief Executive Heather Ridout.
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Australian PSI®: Services sector subdued
The services sector was subdued in June and has now been in negative territory for ten of the past twelve months according to the Australian Industry Group/Commonwealth Bank Australian Performance of Services Index (Australian PSI®). The seasonally adjusted index dropped 1.4 points to 48.5 to remain below the 50 point level separating expansion from contraction.
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Release of independent assessment of climate change policies
The Australian Industry Group today released an independent report by Ernst and Young which assesses the Government and Opposition climate change policies.
Ai Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout, said: "This timely analysis was commissioned in the understanding that whether it's the Government or Opposition who ultimately determine the direction of climate policy, both sides share the same very challenging targets and business will bear a major share of the burden of adjustment."
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Australian PMI®: Manufacturing ticks up in June
The manufacturing sector ticked-up in June on the back of improved performances across the textiles, construction materials, basic metals and chemicals, petroleum and coal sub-sectors. The Australian Industry Group - PwC Australian Performance of Manufacturing Index (Australian PMI®) lifted 5.2 points to 52.9 to be above the 50-point level separating expansion from contraction for the first time since February.
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Fair Work Act two years on - Change needed to avoid economic risk
"Two years on from the implementation of the Fair Work Act there is an increasingly strong view that amendments are vital if we are to avoid economic risk down the track" said Australian Industry Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout.
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Anti-dumping measures a positive step
"The new anti-dumping measures announced today by the Federal Government are a positive step to help rebalance the playing field for Australian Industry in the face of illegal trading practices," said Australian Industry Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout.
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Ai Group comment on VCEC report
"Many of the recommendations in the Victorian Competition and Efficiency Commission (VCEC) draft report into Victorian manufacturing fall short of what's needed to help manufacturers to prosper in the state," said Australian Industry Group (Ai Group) Victorian Director, Tim Piper.
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Victorian Government shows strong leadership to preserve construction industry workplace relations reforms
"The Australian Industry Group commends the strong leadership shown by the Victorian Government in announcing a review of its Industrial Relations Principles to preserve the construction industry workplace relations reforms which have been so successful", said Ai Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout.
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Business welcomes NSW public sector wage decision
"The NSW Government's moves to regain some control of its $28 billion annual wages bill are supported by business," said Australian Industry Group (Ai Group) NSW Director, Mark Goodsell.
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Australian Industry Group Comment on Research and Development Bill
"As we have done from the start, Ai Group supports the areas of improvement in the R&D Tax Credit Bill which the Government announced today had received cross-bench endorsement in the Senate. Ai Group has supported the increase in the effective rate of the tax incentive for small and medium businesses and the quarterly payment of the refundable tax offset for companies in a tax loss position. We also welcome the Government's belated decision to remove the retrospective impact from its proposal, which we would have regarded as extremely retrograde," said Ai Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout.
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Ai Group on Twitter
The Australian Industry Group (Ai Group) is now on Twitter. Follow @The_AiGroup for instant updates on Ai Group's press releases, policy statements, submissions, reports and media comments.
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Not enough progress on improving the Budget Bottom Line
"The Queensland Budget could have done much more to improve the state's recurrent Budget position," said Australian Industry Group (Ai Group) Queensland Director, Matthew Martyn-Jones.
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Workers comp increase to hurt QLD industry
"The decision by WorkCover Queensland to this week raise the average worker's compensation premium rate by a further 9% for 2011/12 is very poorly timed and could jeopardise Queensland jobs," Australian Industry Group Queensland Director Matthew Martyn-Jones said today.
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South Australian State Budget 2011 "Budget of Consolidation"
"Following a tough budget last year, today's State Budget was one of consolidation," said Ai Group SA Director, Stephen Myatt.
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Australian PCI®: Weakness continues across construction
The weakness in the national construction industry continued in May according to the latest Australian Industry Group Australian Performance of Construction Index (Australian PCI®) in conjunction with the Housing Industry Association. The seasonally adjusted index lifted 1.7 points to 39.6 (readings below 50 indicate a contraction in activity) to mark the twelfth straight month of contraction.
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Minimum Wage Rise Carries Risks
"Today's decision by Fair Work Australia to increase minimum wages by 3.4 per cent will be punishing for big employing sectors under siege from the high dollar, rising energy prices and facing the prospect of further interest rate rises," said Australian Industry Group Chief Executive Heather Ridout.
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Australian PSI®: Services sector eased in May
The services sector eased in May according to the latest Australian Industry Group/Commonwealth Bank Australian Performance of Services Index (Australian PSI®). The seasonally adjusted index fell 1.6 points to 49.9 after a strong lift the previous month (readings below 50 indicate a contraction in activity).
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Ai Group Comment on GDP Data
"The contraction in today’s national accounts was stronger than expected due largely to the disruption to coal exports which is likely to be a one off.
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Ai Group and Ai Group Defence Council welcome appointment of new CDF
"Lieutenant General David Hurley is a worthy successor to Air Chief Marshal Angus Houston as Australia’s next Chief of the Defence Force (CDF)," said Australian Industry Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout.
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JJ Richards decision will create more risks for employers
"Today's decision by a Full Bench of Fair Work Australia in the J.J. Richards case is disappointing and will create more risks for employers, particularly those who do not wish to make an enterprise agreement.
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Appointments of Ken Henry and Don Russell
"Dr Ken Henry and Dr Don Russell are extremely able and experienced people and Ai Group welcomes the announcement of their respective Government appointments today," said Australian Industry Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout.
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Confectionery Labelling Laws Negative for Industry
"Confectionery companies are uniting to better educate consumers about their diet in response to proposed changes to labelling laws which would negatively impact the confectionery industry," said Ai Group Confectionery Sector Principal Advocate, Tim Piper.
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NSW WHS law falls short of national model
"The NSW Parliament has made a welcome and important move today in passing a Work Health and Safety Bill which largely conforms to the national model Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) Law. However, despite State Government efforts, sectoral interests succeeded in abandoning the model on the issue of union prosecutions," said Australian Industry Group NSW Director, Mark Goodsell.
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Australian PMI®: Manufacturing continues to contract in May
The manufacturing sector continued to contract in May with only three of the twelve sub-sectors experiencing growth according to the latest Australian Industry Group - PwC Australian Performance of Manufacturing Index (Australian PMI®). The seasonally adjusted index was broadly unchanged in May falling just 0.7 points to 47.7 (readings below 50 indicate a contraction in activity).
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Ai Group comment on the release of the National Digital Economy Strategy
"The NBN is a big national investment and we need to start thinking now about how we can utilise it to enhance productivity at both the national and enterprise level.
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Queensland takes important step in national OHS reform
"The first big piece in the mosaic of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) reform has been secured with the passage of the Work Health and Safety Bill through the Queensland Parliament," said Australian Industry Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout.
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Strong forecast for engineering construction - cost pressures to intensify
The construction sector is anticipating stronger growth across engineering and commercial construction during 2011 and 2012 largely due to the number of major resource and infrastructure projects in the pipeline. According to the latest Australian Industry Group/Australian Constructors Association Outlook survey, after rising 4.4% (current prices) in the 2010 calendar year the total value of engineering and commercial construction work is set to lift by 9.1% in 2011 and 11.0% in 2012.
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Ai Group lodges Fair Work Australia appeal to preserve construction industry reforms
"Today, the Australian Industry Group will lodge an appeal in Fair Work Australia against the decision of Senior Deputy President Acton in the ADJ Contracting Case. The decision has considerable cost implications for employers and creates the risk of widespread flow-on of union claims across the construction sector and other industries," said Ai Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout
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Ai Group comment on reform of Austrade
"The Government’s new direction for Austrade announced today makes a lot of sense given the huge shifts in world economic activity to Asia. The increased support in emerging markets will greatly benefit Australian exporters in areas where the operational environment differs greatly from our own," said Australian Industry Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout.
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Ai Group to present its case today to Minimum Wage Panel
The Australian Industry Group will today appear before the Fair Work Australia Minimum Wage Panel to argue for a cautious approach to adjusting minimum wages.
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Fair Work Australia takes careful and methodical approach in delivering Equal Remuneration Decision
"Fair Work Australia (FWA) has been careful and methodical in its approach in handing down its decision today in the Equal Remuneration Case," said Ai Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout.
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Sustainable Population Strategy: Sensible albeit Cautious
"The Government's Sustainable Population Strategy is sensible albeit cautious and recognises the importance of population growth and immigration to Australia's future economic capacity, broader social well-being and our ability to take advantage of the rich opportunities emerging in our region. It emphasises the need for close cooperation across the Federation in the planning and implementation of approaches to urban and regional development that ensure growth in material standards of living is complemented by advances in liveability and effective custodianship of the natural environment.
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A Budget solid on fundamentals - Risks remain around lopsided economy
"This year's Federal Budget is solid on the fundamentals of skills, infrastructure and fiscal responsibility. These investments will ease capacity constraints in these tight economic times. However, more could have been done to reduce the risks associated with the lopsided economy by investing in innovation, business capabilities and exporting," said Ai Group Chief Executive Heather Ridout.
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Ai Group comment on extension of apprentice support scheme
"The additional $281 million investment by the Federal Government in the Trades Apprentice Income Bonus scheme announced today is good news for apprentices and the critical industries in which they are working," Australian Industry Group Chief Executive Heather Ridout said today.
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Australian PCI®: Construction industry continues to contract in April
Tough conditions continued across the national construction industry in April according to the latest seasonally adjusted measure of performance in the sector. The Australian Industry Group Australian Performance of Construction Index (Australian PCI®), in conjunction with the Housing Industry Association, fell to its lowest level in more than two years in April dropping 1.5 points to 37.9 (readings below 50 indicate a contraction in activity).
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Lack of progress on anti-dumping 'bewildering'
"The Federal Government's decision to further delay implementing a strong, transparent and credible anti-dumping regime for Australia is bewildering, given the growing economic and competitive pressures facing Australian industry. The need for a strong anti-dumping system has become a critical issue for Australian business," said Ai Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout.
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Ai Group QLD Pre-Budget submission: More asset sales and infrastructure investment key to rebuilding QLD's economy
"It is critical that next month's Queensland Budget is used as an opportunity to make tough decisions for the long-term prosperity Queenslanders deserve, as well as focusing on the flood recovery effort," said Ai Group's Queensland Director Matthew Martyn-Jones.
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Ai Group wins FWA Full Bench Philmac Appeal
"Today's Fair Work Australia (FWA) Full Bench appeal decision in the Philmac case will reduce risk and uncertainty for employers who have reached agreement with their employees over the terms of an enterprise agreement," said Ai Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout.
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Ai Group welcomes NSW move on OHS laws
"Ai Group strongly welcomes the announcement today that the new NSW Government is to immediately introduce legislation reflecting the Model Work Health and Safety Act agreed to under the process of OHS harmonisation,"said Ai Group NSW Director, Mark Goodsell.
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Australian PSI®: Services sector mixed in April
The services sector was in positive territory in April according to the latest Australian Industry Group/Commonwealth Bank Australian Performance of Services Index (Australian PSI®). The seasonally adjusted index lifted 5.0 points to 51.5 to be above the 50 points mark separating expansion from contraction.
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Victorian Government's First Budget: Strong on Infrastructure, Skills and Productivity
"The Victorian Treasurer Kim Wells has delivered a responsible and forward-looking Budget that is strong on building infrastructure, skills and productivity," said Ai Group Victorian Director, Timothy Piper.
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Comments from Ai Group Chief Executive Heather Ridout on the 'Skills for Prosperity' report
"Australia is facing a skills challenge of epic proportions: addressing it should be a major priority of the Federal Government, in partnership with the State and Territory Governments.
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Australian Industry Group comment on new Chairs of ACCC and ASIC
"The announcement that Rod Sims will be the next Chairman of the ACCC is a sound appointment that will be well received by business," said Ai Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout.
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Australian PMI®: Manufacturing remains in negative territory
Significant declines across transport equipment, textiles and miscellaneous manufacturing, largely due to the strong Australian dollar, kept the manufacturing sector in negative territory in April according to the latest Australian Industry Group – PwC Australian Performance of Manufacturing Index (Australian PMI®). The seasonally adjusted index rose just 0.5 points to 48.4 to remain below the 50 point level separating expansion from contraction.
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Ai Group submission to the Federal Budget 2011-12
"It is critical that the upcoming Federal Budget gives priority to building, productivity and capacity in the economy," said Ai Group Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout.
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Ai Group Victorian Pre-Budget submission:Skills and infrastructure investment key to state productivity
"The upcoming Victorian Budget presents an opportunity to further enhance the productivity and economic capacity of the state. Business will be looking to the Government for investment in important infrastructure to lift productivity and competitiveness as well as giving a strong commitment to driving the
development of world class skills in Victoria," Ai Group Victorian Director Timothy Piper said today.
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Fair Work Australia should not ignore explanatory memorandum for the Fair Work Legislation
"In today's Full Bench hearing in the JJ Richards case, the Australian Industry Group (Ai Group) has argued that Fair Work Australia (FWA) needs to continue to take a sensible and practical approach in giving weight to the Explanatory Memorandum for the Fair Work legislation," said Ai Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout.
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Ai Group comment on changes to FWA
"The Fair Work Act has been in operation for nearly two years and it is clear that in some areas the Act needs to be amended to address problems with its workability.
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Trade review provides a renewed focus on trade outcomes
"The Federal Government's trade policy review announced today by the Trade Minister, Dr Craig Emerson, represents a sensible stock take of Australia’s global trade agenda and provides a renewed focus on the importance of supporting trade in the national interest," Australian Industry Group Director International Innes Willox said today.
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Ai Group calls for creation of Workforce Development Agency - to tackle deepening skills and productivity challenges
"With the unacceptably low levels of productivity and intensifying skill shortages there is an urgent need for industry to be given a stronger role in our training system. We need to ensure that skills development is focused on the right areas, well coordinated and driven by the needs of industry and the economy. To achieve this, Ai Group proposes the establishment of an Australian Workforce Development Agency as a matter of national priority," said Ai Group Chief Executive Heather Ridout.
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Ai Group has broader industry concerns over plain cigarette packaging move
While industry strongly supports the Federal Government’s health objectives to reduce Australian tobacco consumption, the proposal to enforce plain packaging guidelines for tobacco products raises several more broad and serious industry concerns.
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Australian PCI®: Construction declines further in March
Steeper falls in activity, new orders and employment saw the national construction industry move further into negative territory in March. The latest Australian Industry Group Australian Performance of Construction Index (Australian PCI®) in conjunction with the Housing Industry Association, dropped 5.2 points to 39.4 to remain below the 50 point level separating expansion from contraction for the tenth consecutive month. March's result is also the weakest reading on the overall state of the industry in two years.
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Ai Group lodges Fair Work appeal to avoid uncertainty and risk with bargaining laws
"Today the Australian Industry Group (Ai Group) lodged an appeal with Fair Work Australia to overturn a decision which is creating uncertainty and risk for employers who have reached agreement with their employees over the terms of an enterprise agreement", Ai Group Chief Executive Heather Ridout said today.
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Union restrictions on contractors are unlawful: Ai Group
"Today the Australian Industry Group notified Fair Work Australia (FWA) of its opposition to the approval of six further enterprise agreements which replicate the terms of an Electrical Trades Union (ETU) pattern agreement for the electrical contracting industry in Victoria," Ai Group Chief Executive Heather Ridout said today.
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Industry Welcomes Go-Ahead for Regional Rail Link
"The decision by the Victorian government to proceed with the Regional Rail Link is a commitment to a vital long-term investment for the state," Australian Industry Group Victorian Director Tim Piper said today.
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Australian PSI®: Services remains in the slow lane in March
The services sector remained in the slow lane in March according to the latest Australian Industry Group – Commonwealth Bank Australian Performance of Services Index (Australian PSI®) which dropped 2.2 points to 46.5 in March (readings below 50 indicate a contraction in activity).
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Australian PMI®: Strong exchange rate restricts manufacturing growth in March
The strong Australian dollar together with weak domestic demand, rising overseas competition and the increasing cost of raw materials pushed the manufacturing sector back into the red in March according to the latest Australian Industry Group - PwC Australian Performance of Manufacturing Index (Australian PMI®). The seasonally adjusted index fell 3.2 points to 47.9 bringing it below the 50 points level separating expansion from contraction.
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More competitive corporate tax rate integral to tax reform
"The proposed reduction in the company tax rate, though small, is an integral part of the mining tax package and should not be used as a bargaining chip by the Greens. Rather, the aim should be to achieve genuine tax reform by reducing the company tax rate to 25% over the years ahead, consistent with the Henry Review," Australian Industry Group Chief Executive Heather Ridout said today.
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Ai Group congratulates new Premier of NSW
"Ai Group congratulates NSW Premier-Elect Barry O'Farrell and the Coalition on their election victory," said Ai Group NSW Director, Mark Goodsell.
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Ai Group comment on AMWU manufacturing campaign
"The AMWU's Manufacturing our Future campaign shines another important light on the critical role that our manufacturing industry has in maintaining a balanced and diversified economy in Australia," Australian Industry Group Chief Executive Heather Ridout said today.
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Ai Group urges a cautious approach with minimum wage review
"Fair Work Australia needs to take a cautious approach this year in adjusting minimum wages. The Australian economy is emerging from the global financial crisis in better shape than most other advanced economies but slowed in the second half of 2010 and has been adversely affected by the severe weather events in the early part of this year," Ai Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout, said.
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Ai Group comment on latest Garnaut report
"While Professor Garnaut again recognises the importance of addressing the erosion of competitiveness of trade exposed businesses, industry has a number of concerns with his proposals in this area," Australian Industry Group Chief Executive Heather Ridout said today.
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Industry welcomes Government's positive response to National Resources Sector Employment Taskforce
"The Federal Government's positive response to the National Resources Sector Employment Taskforce (NRSET) is a serious one which will be welcomed by industry. It recognises that we need to strongly lift our efforts to address skill shortages both by sector and across the country if we are to deal with the growing economic impacts of the resources boom," Australian Industry Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout, said today.
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Gender equity reporting guidelines risk being too heavy-handed
"Ai Group strongly supports gender equity but measures to improve equity need to be workable and balanced," Ai Group Chief Executive Heather Ridout said today.
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Jim McDowell named new Ai Group Defence Council Chairman
Ai Group Defence Council National Executive has named a new chairman, BAE Systems Australia Chief Executive, Jim McDowell, who replaces outgoing Chairman, Paul Johnson.
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Australian PCI®: Construction industry contracts at slower rate in February
The national construction industry remained in the red in February, although the rate of contraction eased, with the Australian Industry Group Australian Performance of Construction Index (Australian PCI®) in conjunction with the Housing Industry Association, up 4.4 points to 44.6 (readings below 50 indicate a contraction in activity).
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More informed debate needed on climate policy
With so much at stake in the debate over climate policy, we need a calmer and more informed discussion.
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Australian PSI®: Services sector decline eases in February
A rebound in retail sales growth helped ease the pace of decline in the services sector in February. The latest Australian Industry Group/Commonwealth Bank Australian Performance of Services Index (Australian PSI®) was up 3.2 points to 48.7, still below the 50 point level separating expansion from contraction.
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Engaging Asia: Getting it right for business - Ai Group-Asialink Report
Despite the increasing importance to business of the rapidly developing Asian economies at our doorstep a new survey by Ai Group and Asialink suggests we are falling short of the skills required to maximise opportunities in the region.
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Ai Group succeeds in important FWA appeal
"Ai Group has succeeded in another important Fair Work Australia (FWA) appeal dealing with fundamental principles underpinning the new Fair Work Act," Mrs Ridout said.
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Ai Group comment on carbon price proposals
"The jury is very much still out on the introduction of a carbon price in Australia with industry very concerned about the competitive impacts. In this regard, all options should still be on the table including that of roll-back until the final shape of the government's proposal is clear", Australian Industry Group Chief executive Heather Ridout said today.
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Australian PMI®: Manufacturing lifts in February
Manufacturing was back in growth territory in February with the seasonally adjusted Australian Industry Group-PwC Australian Performance of Manufacturing Index (Australian PMI®) rising 4.4 points to 51.1.
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Ai Group Deloitte Report points to unbalanced growth in 2011
An Australian Industry Group Report in conjunction with Deloitte, of business leaders across large sections of the Australian economy forecasts that business conditions will continue to build slowly on the recovery commenced in 2010.
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Ai Group comment on Climate Change Committee Framework
"While helping to frame the debate, today's paper from The Multi-Party Climate Change Committee (MPCCC) will live or die on the detail which will be of fundamental importance to Australian industry. The sharp end of the debate is yet to come," Ai Group Chief Executive Heather Ridout said today.
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Apprenticeship report an opportunity for real reform
"The report from the Expert Apprenticeship Panel released today, A Shared Responsibility: Apprenticeships for the 21 Century, presents the opportunity for real reform of the apprenticeship system after many years of tinkering," Mrs Ridout said.
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Energy Shock: Rising energy prices a growing challenge for Australia
"An Australian Industry Group report released today, Energy shock: confronting higher prices, delivers a sobering message about the relentlessly increasing energy prices which are impacting on businesses and the community," Ai Group Chief Executive Heather Ridout said today.
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NSW run with this: Ai Group ideas for a fresh start
The Australian Industry Group has today released its election document, NSW run with this: Ideas for a fresh start, which has been presented to all parties in the lead-up to next month's poll.
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Safe Roads are essential but 'Safe Rates' are not the answer
“Road safety is a critically important issue for employers, employees and the whole community but the proposals in the Australian Government’s Safe Rates, Safe Roads directions paper are not the answer,” Ai Group Chief Executive Heather Ridout said today.
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Australian PCI®: construction industry decline deepens in January
The national construction industry declined at a steeper rate in January with the recent flooding adding to the already weak conditions in the sector. The January Australian Industry Group Australian Performance of Construction Index (Australian PCI®) in conjunction with the Housing Industry Association fell 3.6 points to 40.2.
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Comment on flood recovery Reconstruction Inspectorate
"Ai Group has been of the strong view that it is vital that spending on flood recovery projects is transparent and subject to rigorous oversight. The Prime Minister's announcement today of a Reconstruction Inspectorate will contribute to allaying community concerns in this regard," Australian Industry Group Chief Executive Heather Ridout said today.
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Australian PSI®: Services Sector remains sluggish in January
The services sector slowed further in January with the latest Australian Industry Group/Commonwealth Bank Australian Performance of Services Index (Australian PSI®) falling 0.9 points to 45.5, remaining below the 50 points levels separating expansion from contraction.
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Australian PMI®: Manufacturing remains subdued in January
Manufacturing had a soft start to 2011 with the January Australian Industry Group – PwC Australian Performance of Manufacturing Index (Australian PMI®) relatively unchanged at 46.7 points, up 0.4 points and remaining below the critical 50 point level for the fifth consecutive month (readings below 50 indicate a contraction in activity).
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