In a move towards sustainable energy, the federal government has activated a new community battery in Cammeray, North Sydney, which it says will reduce household energy bills and enhance the reliability of renewable energy sources for the local community. “Whether you’re a homeowner with solar panels, a renter or a social housing resident, this community…
Move over, psyllium husk—Australian natives are stepping up to the plate…or rather, the bread basket. Scientists from the University of Adelaide have discovered the potential of two local Plantago species, P. cunninghamii and P. turrifera, to revolutionise gluten-free bread by making loaves that are softer, springier and fluffier. Led by Dr James Cowley, the research…
Recce Pharmaceuticals has announced promising outcomes from the Phase II trial of their innovative RECCE 327 Topical Gel (R327G), signaling a potential breakthrough in the fight against antibiotic-resistant infections. This new gel is being developed to treat Acute Bacterial Skin and Skin Structure Infections (ABSSSI), offering hope where traditional treatments falter. The trial recently completed…
Road signage company Traffic Technologies has been awarded a five-year contract with Sydney City Council, worth $3 million, to supply LED streetlights. In a statement to the ASX on Tuesday, the company said the lights are “Smart City IoT”-ready, and would be used in the local government area for settings such as roads, parks, plazas,…
By David Elliott Senior Writer, Forum Stories, World Economic Forum From the climate crisis and geopolitical headwinds to next-generation technologies, a series of complex challenges are rewriting the rulebook for global value chains. Against this backdrop, what are manufacturers and supply chain companies doing to ensure their operations are fit for future success? A new white paper…
