Category Archives: Social & Government

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Jobs To Be Done: Insights that drive growth

In competitive markets, understanding why customers choose certain products over others is critical for driving growth. Jobs to be Done (JTBD) is a practical framework that Fifth Quadrant uses to…

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From cost to comfort: why energy efficiency is reshaping housing demand

In Australia’s overheated housing market, it’s easy to assume buyers are only focused on interest rates, school zones and floor area. But another set of priorities are quickly gaining ground,…

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Protect your brain health: 5 simple changes with big benefits

In Australia, brain health is under increasing pressure. Dementia, stroke, and late-life depression are rising concerns, each deeply impactful, yet more interconnected than many realise. According to the Australian Institute…

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Small business, big pressure: SMEs responding to a shifting workforce

Australia’s workforce is shifting, and many small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) are struggling to keep pace. Emerging recruitment trends show that workers are entering the market with different expectations around…

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A decade of data: exporting through change in the pacific

Ten years is a long time. It’s long enough to build robust businesses, long enough to face unprecedented disruption, and long enough to adapt to a rapidly evolving global economy….

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Employment trends unveiled: 3 forces reshaping Australia’s workforce

Employment trends are showing us that the Australia’s labour market is changing. This can be inferred from record low levels of unemployment and a participation rate that has steadily grown…

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Beyond the City: How Regional Economies Are Evolving

Australia’s business scene is evolving, driven by a post-pandemic shift that saw city dwellers trade urban hustle for regional tranquility. The COVID-19 pandemic fuelled the “tree-change” movement, reshaping where and…

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public healthcare at a critical crossroad

The Australian Medical Association’s (AMA) latest Public Hospital Report Card paints a less than rosy picture of Australia’s public healthcare system. While some short-term improvements are evident, the broader trend…

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australia’s job market in 2024: navigating challenges and opportunities 

Australia’s job market in 2024 has been defined by resilience in a time of economic uncertainty, with employers facing complex structural challenges. Data from Seek reveals that while unemployment remains…

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Reshaping Digital Boundaries: Australia’s Under-16 Social Media Ban

In an unprecedented move, Australia has enacted legislation banning social media access for individuals under 16, marking a landmark intervention in youth digital protection. The policy, which will come into…

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