CSIRO uses Victorian tech in new face mask trial
The CSIRO is developing lifesaving filtration materials for face masks, and relying on two Victorian companies, one in Geelong, to help boost supplies of vital medical equipment made in Australia.
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COVID-19 symptom treatment ramped up to meet Aussie shortages
The planned closure of a plant that makes the main treatment for coronavirus in Australia has been shelved to meet pharmacy shortages.
Home made cure to drug supply woes
Medicine supplies are under pressure because of COVID-19 lockdowns around the world. Now Dennis Bastas, head of Australia’s largest generic drug company, has offered a solution.
Toyota’s recall on most popular cars
A broad range of models from the world’s largest manufacturer have been forced to issue a recall on thousands of vehicles bought over a seven-year period.
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Collingwoodore to hit our roads
HOLDEN has released a special edition Commodore, dubbed to “Collingwoodore”, to celebrate its sponsorship of the Magpies football club.
Consumers flock to save SPC Ardmona
MAYBE consumers do care about saving Aussie companies. SPC Ardmona has reported a huge increase in sales since it revealed it was struggling.
The QR code to save your life
QR codes — the tiny scrambled square symbols that instantly link smartphone users to the internet — can now be used to save lives.
BMW launches luxury electric car
THE first BMW electric car went on sale in Australia today and the carmaker thinks it’s so good he wants free tolls for its drivers and $10,000 off the price tag from taxpayers.
Why new car prices won’t be cheaper
COMMENT: New car prices won’t suddenly come down by 5 per cent, but you may get more for your money, now that a FTA has been signed with Japan.
Car prices to fall under Tokyo deal
THE price of an imported Japanese car in Australia could fall by up to $1500 under an historic free-trade deal as Tony Abbott begins Tokyo talks.
Holden brand here to stay: Dorizas
THE new boss of Holden has boldly said the company will be the top-selling car brand by 2020 — three years after closing its factories.
GM throws Holden plant a lifeline
GENERAL Motors has thrown a lifeline to Holden’s design centre, securing its future and the jobs of 140 car designers once manufacturing ends in 2017.
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