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A quick test to see if you're alert
This short test was devised by Transport NSW to make people aware of the dangers of driving when tired. I hope you don't get a result like the one shown! www.testyourtiredself.com.au
27 August 2017 by IdeaSpies

Wellbeing

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The world's first shark detection buoy
Clever Buoy is a smart ocean buoy that will help protect you from sharks when surfing by using new sonar technology to detect shar
27 August 2017 by IdeaSpies

Artistic

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A new global service that will help you write a book
Many people want to write a book about their business or life, but very few have the skills. The Book Adviser will help you write, produce and sell your book through their 8-step program that you can work through at your own pace for a set price. Contact is via email and phone - the service is based in Sydney, Australia and offered globally. http://www.thebookadviser.com.au
27 August 2017 by IdeaSpies

NFP

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A shoe that grows
Sometimes a simple invention can change millions of lives. That?s the goal of The Shoe That Grows, a sandal that can adjust its size, allowing children in impoverished nations to grow up without having to go barefoot. The shoes, which come in catch-all Small and Large sizes, can grow 5 sizes and last at least 5 years. www.theshoethatgrows.org
27 August 2017 by lynnwood

Inclusion

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Australia's new notes help vision impaired and curb forgery
Starting with the 5 dollar note this year, Australia's Reserve Bank is releasing new notes which are a world first. Most noticeably they have a clear vertical strip down the middle, which houses various security features that become visible when the note is tilted. They also include a "tactile" feature, so people who are blind or vision-impaired can distinguish between different denominations.
26 August 2017 by angel

Wellbeing

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Continuous trend analysis
Bottlenose is a patented smart data discovery platform that continuously analyzes streams of data to detect emerging trends, threats and opportunities. It was seen at the Insights Lab of the new KPMG headquarters at Barangaroo, Sydney. This photo shows how people are communicating about Australian politics currently - trending topics, volume of mentions and whether they're positive or negative. www.bottlenose.com
26 August 2017 by idea-2