Aussies stuck on hold for 96.5m hours in call centre hell
Frustrated customers are left hanging on the phone to customer service operators as they attempt to resolve endless disputes. See the list of the worst offenders.
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Big Tech forced into a radical reinvention
The high-flyers are doing what was once unthinkable: slashing staff to boost profits. Even local players are getting in on the act.
Be brave, make money and become a Barefoot Boss
If you want to become a boss like Ava, who made $700 in two months selling flowers at her roadside stall, you can – just follow the steps in the Barefoot Kids summer challenge series.
Taco king expands global empire; more Aussie stores coming
The founder of Aussie taco chain Guzman y Gomez has just opened a new US restaurant as he continues to expand his empire — with more Aussie stores coming. See the full list.
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Support your local economy for Queensland week
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City kid takes agriculture by the horns
If it wasn’t for local shows, Melissa would likely be on a different career pathway
Booming coking coal prices leads the way to jobs for CQ
Coking coal project plans in the pipeline to boost employment.
New Samsung phone hits blistering speed on Telstra 5G
TELSTRA has released pricing details for Australia’s first 5G enabled smartphone, the Samsung Galaxy S10 5G.
WARNING: Disease kills cows on Northern Rivers
FARMERS are being warned to take precautions and keep an eye on their cattle for any signs of illness.
Queensland week to kick off and support local businesses
Buying local and being proud of your region is the key message council are promoting
HIGHWAY HELL: Unpaid workers demand answers
DOZENS of unpaid subcontractors are suffering in silence as government officials continue back-patting over the economic benefits of the Pacific Highway upgrade
Samsung Electric Playground and Galaxy Studio at Vivid Sydney
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