Professional Network: October / November 2009

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October / November 2009

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News & comment		From the CEO: APESMA grows
		From the National President: Engaging the community
		Scientists' wage growth moderates: Salaries for professional scientists in the private sector increase
		APESMA Audited Accounts & Financial Statements 2008/2009
		On the road to rolling stoppages: APESMA members at Main Roads WA are demanding catch-up pay to bring them into line with other public sector officers
		Graduates feel the pinch
		ETM Search & Selection name change
Industrial relations		Money talks: A company's salary system is put under the spotlight during negotiations for a collective agreement
Cover story		What's new? Long overdue support for research & development is recognising the importance of technical innovation as a driver for economic growth
Cover story		Machinery of change: Sydney-based Machinery Automation & Robotics is using a long-term focus on R&D, and networking with universities and government to help grow its business
Labour Market Update		Winners and losers: The economic downturn, Government stimuli and other factors mean mixed fortunes for scientists and technical professionals in the various sectors
Your rights		OHS laws draft due: The Federal Government is continuing with its efforts to "harmonise" the various occupational health and safety laws across the country
Big ideas		Starting from scratch: Coping with refugees in the tens of thousands has been all in a day's work for "retired" APESMA member Victor Tapia
Career		Collaring a green job: The prospect of a green future is creating opportunities for technical professionals who want to make a career transition
APESMA is...		APESMA is...: Anna Cochrane, Environmental Specialist, Transpacific Industries Group
Contracting		Contractor update: Report from APESMA Connect
Member benefits		Member benefits: You are a member of an Association of over 35,000 professionals who build, create and lead
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