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The article focuses on Qantas airline in Australia, and on outsourcing as a part of its operational strategies to address problems facing its survival. It outlines the issues that Qantas faces in its overseas operations including stiff competition, rising costs, and increased competition from airlines of low cost budget. It says that the return on investment (ROI) has been one of the areas of concern in Qantas. It adds that Qantas has introduced outsourcing for its subsidiary Jetstar airline.

The article discusses the importance of the mining industry to the economy of Australia. It states that mining contributed to the financial savings of South Australia in 1845 and represents 5.6 percent of gross domestic product (GDP) from 2.6 percent in 1950. It cites that high levels of concessions and allowance are the main feature of the mining industry. It also mentions that the Australians are aware of the importance of the industry and also know that the minerals can only be sold once.

The article discusses the strategies of establishing a business enterprise in Australia in 2011. It presents a case study for the success of In2Motion, a physiotherapy and exercise physiology company. It also offers the profile of In2Motion which highlights several business concerns including franchising, staffing and the factors that impact long-term survival.

The article focuses on the future trends, opportunities, economic and social impact of changing demographics in Australia. It explains the influence of population demographics in business marketing. It mentions several factors influencing consumer behavior including psychology, sociology, and economics. It says that demographic changes may be categorized into four groups namely an aging population, changes in household structure, dual incomes, and higher disposable incomes for most people.

The article focuses on the management of business operations for sustainability. It says that the goal of business operations is to generate output with a sustainable demand and therefore need to focus on cost leadership and product differentiation. The Australian Conservation Foundation reports that 82% of Australians think that industrial and farming practices worsen climate change. It believes that being proactive in sustainable operations allows a business to resolve environmental issues.

The article presents a study guide about the state of the airline industry in Australia. The author enumerates several changes in the industry including the deregulation and the dismantling of the restrictive two airline policy. Meanwhile, it discusses the failure of major players like Ansett, Impulse and Ozjet. Questions regarding the topic are also included.

The article provides information related to Hillsong Church in Australia. Hillsong is a pentecostal-type church that had its beginnings in 1978. The Hills Christian Life Center started in 1983 with an initial congregation of 45. The church hosts large conferences, seminars, and support groups to meet the needs of its members.

The article offers information related to privatisation in the government of Australia. Topics discussed include the role of Australian government on the privatisation of various public entities in the country to support its economy, trends in featured in privatisation during the 20th century, and case studies about privatisation such as ownership of the Tranzrail railways. Also mentioned are disadvantages and advantages of privatisation.

The article focuses on the decline in car manufacturing in Australia. It states about various industries that shows dramatic decline including Mitsubishi Corp., Holden Corp. and Ford Motor Co. It further discusses three main reason for decline of Australian manufacturing which includes increased competition, currency values, and high unit labour cost.

A chapter of the book "Busidate," Volume 17, is presented. The chapter highlights the dominance of the Packer family in the media industry in Australia and how the family became major Australian and world figures in the gambling and casino industry. It outlines the chronological events of the Packer business dynasty from 1879 that started with Robert Packer to 2009 with James Packer.