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Border Watch – Keeping Illicit Cargo Out of Australia

Recently we had a representative from Border Watch come out and give a presentation on how illicit goods can enter Australia and what to look out for. In the past financial year (2022-2023) AFP have prevented up to 49 tonnes of illicit drugs from reaching Australia, 29 tonnes of which were methamphetamines. The biggest countries […]

What the Price of Bread and Milk Has to Do With the Cost of Running a Business

Much attention has been paid in recent months to the inquiries looking into the price setting practices of the major supermarkets, on the back of significant increases in the cost of groceries. While the spotlight is likely welcomed by many consumers, such significant price hikes are an issue being felt across many sectors currently. It’s […]

How a Big Spend Now Can Reduce Long-Term Business Costs

There’s no doubt the cost of doing business has increased significantly in the past 12 months, and coupled with the highest interest rates we’ve seen in years, as well as increased wages, it’s no surprise that businesses have been looking to cut costs where they can. It feels somewhat contradictory then to suggest that now […]

The ‘Perfect Storm’ – Why the Cost of Shipping is on the Rise Again

As a business owner, one of the best things I believe you can do for your clients and industry stakeholders, is to be as open and transparent as possible, especially when explaining price rises. It’s no secret that the cost of shipping has risen recently – with the increase being felt by both businesses and […]

Business and Consumers Paying the Price as Stalemate Drags on at Australian Ports

Businesses and consumers are paying the ultimate price for the ongoing stalemate between DP World and the Maritime Union of Australia at Ports across Australia, and with no resolution in sight, I fear worse is to come. Protected industrial action began at DP World container terminals across the country on October 1, with the MUA […]

Why 2024 Should Be The Year of Human Connection

For those of you who have a favourite coffee shop or lunch bar, what is it that keeps you coming back? While the coffee and sandwiches might be great, if the person behind the counter knows your particular order, and even your name, that can mean almost as much to you as the product you’re […]

Why Shipping is a Beacon for Australia’s Economy

With economic news dominating the news throughout much of this year, it’s a fresh reminder that businesses and governments should be closely monitoring trends within shipping and freight, to ensure they stay ahead of the game and are able to plan well for the future. For those of us working in the industry, it’s no […]

Why the State Government’s Supply Chain Taskforce Report is a Missed Opportunity

When the State Government’s long-awaited Shipping and Supply Chain Taskforce Report was handed down in October, I was disappointed to realise there’d been a missed opportunity to identify and implement localised measures to improve the supply-chain in the short-term. More than a dozen recommendations were made, including that WA work with the Federal Government to […]

MUA Industrial Action at DP World 16 October to 3rd February 2024

The Maritime Union of Australia (MUA), a division of the CFMMEU, has given notice of industrial action at DP World terminals, in connection with ongoing negotiations on a new Enterprise Bargaining Agreement (EA). The industrial action includes work bans and rolling work stoppages (some for a full 24 hours) at DP World’s terminals in Sydney, […]