Understanding the Innovation Economy
Innovation conveys how our economy embraces change through the enablers of new knowledge, disruptive megatrends and technology. The ‘innovation economy’ is the commercialisation of that knowledge and technology. In its broadest definition, Innovation is an...
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Meet: Mark McNamee
Mark McNamee is leading business development expert with over 30 years’ experience working with businesses across Australia, SE Asia and the South Pacific. Marks experience includes working for large multinational corporate businesses through to small start-ups in...
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QODE
Call out for companies using emerging technology and innovation to grow their business in the Ipswich, Scenic Rim, Somerset and Lockyer Valley region. The Ipswich and West Moreton Advancing Regional Innovation Program is seeking 10 locals to showcase their...
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Using Social Media for Your Business
So, you’ve just launched your business - or maybe you’ve been live for a while now and you’re wondering how you can make the most of the social media phenomenon? Well, we can help… The social age It’s no secret that social media has taken the world by storm. With 2.22...
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Ipswich Indigenous Business Networking Breakfast
On March 26, Ipswich City Council embarked on a program of capacity-building to further develop and strengthen our local Indigenous businesses and empower their economic independence. The breakfast event was the official launch of the program, with a forum to be held...
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Hologram technology sets up shop in Ipswich CBD
A world leader in hologram technology with clients including Toyota, Bacardi and New Zealand Rugby has established its Australian base in the Ipswich CBD. Owned by 25-year-old Chris Mather, HoloSpace combines the power of 3D visuals with interactive technology to...
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Green ideas: Can tech take Ipswich to a sustainable future?
An eco-tourism plan that would position Ipswich as a sustainable destination for visitors and a ‘green lab’ for businesses and consumers took top honours at Ipswich City Council’s Sustainable Future Forum. The event encouraged innovative ideas to help protect and...
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Queensland Urban Utilities water hackathon: Ideas for the utility of the future
Queensland Urban Utilities is partnering with Advance Queensland and Fire Station 101 to provide mentoring, data, technology, and $30,000 to develop up to three ideas to transform the utilities of the future. On 20 October, bring your ideas and skills to combine...
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