Romance remixed with Rhonda and Katut

After the success of the advertising campaign from AAMI with Rhonda and Katut, the next installation in the series.

Social media has played a great part in the campaign, with Facebook groups and discussions about what the real relationship between Rhonda and Katut is.

http://www.news.com.au/entertainment/television/romance-remixed-with-rhonda-and-ketut/story-e6frfmyi-1226540870280

User backlash causes Instagram backflip

Conversations around the ability for Instagram stating as part of their privacy policy they can sell private photos as part of advertising

http://video.heraldsun.com.au/2318312285/User-backlash-causes-Instagram-backflip

Instagram Backlash

Some of the celebrity backlash after Instagram stating that they could use individual's photos as part of advertising.

http://www.news.com.au/technology/techknow/gallery-fnda1lbo-1226540317957?page=1

Dimmeys trashed during unofficial Christmas party

Staff from the closing Dimmeys store in Richmond have held an unofficial Christmas party, trashing the store and causing thousands of dollars damage to stock and store.  The organiser of the event was fired, and the others involved repremanded.

http://www.adelaidenow.com.au/news/national/dimmeys-trashed-during-unofficial-christmas-party/story-fndo1svg-1226533206057

Business as usual for many during holidays

Survey results have shown that nearly half of professionals will spend more than 3 hours a day working over the holiday season.

So much for work life balance ....

http://www.news.com.au/business/worklife/business-as-usual-for-many-during-holidays/story-e6frfm9r-1226531607793?from=igoogle+gadget+compact+news_rss

Hoax radio station facing inquiry as hosts Mel Greig and Michael Christian apologise

A inquiry will be held by the Australia Communications and Media Authority about the prank call from 2Day FM.

Read more: http://www.news.com.au/top-stories/radio-hosts-mel-greig-and-michael-christian-sorry-but-not-ready-to-face-public/story-e6frfkp9-1226533223652#ixzz2EiGwjqdW

2Day FM parent Southern Cross Media Group announces it is suspending "prank" calls, canning Hot 30 show

Embroiled in controversy, Southern Cross Media have cancelled the Hot 30 Show, and banned all prank calls from any of its radio stations after share price has fallen 5.8% in a matter of days.

http://www.news.com.au/business/companies/day-fm-parent-southern-cross-media-group-announces-it-is-suspending-prank-calls-canning-hot-30-show/story-fnda1bsz-1226534461672#ixzz2EiFuiUoy

Stranded commuters on morning peak-hour services in Melbourne vent on Twitter

A Public Relations nightmare for Metro as many commuters where delayed due to faults.

http://www.news.com.au/national/stranded-commuters-on-morning-peak-hour-services-in-melbourne-vent-on-twitter/story-fndo4cq1-1226527459258

Airline battle hurts Qantas revenues

The Airline battle between Virgin and Qantas has resulted in a decrease in profits for Qantas as they have lost some market share to Virgin.

http://www.news.com.au/business/companies/airline-battle-hurts-qantas-revenues/story-fnda1bsz-1226527483749?from=igoogle+gadget+compact+news_rss

Qantas sacks maintenance workers in Melbourne and Sydney

Qantas has sacked 400 maintenance workers from Avalon and Sydney, stating that with the upgraded air craft that there is less maintenance needed.

http://www.news.com.au/business/companies/qantas-sacks-250-workers-at-avalon/story-fnda1bsz-1226512970853?from=igoogle+gadget+compact+news_rss

The End of Video Rental

The makers of South Park have aired an interesting look at how technology has changed and some businesses failed to keep up.  Blockbuster has failed to keep up with technology, and is now at risk of complete closure.

With changes in technology, the video rental stores have become vending machines in shopping centres, an added extra with pay TV facilities or online through such systems as iTunes.

An interesting look at how if a business does not react to change, or is too slow in reacting to change that the consequences can be large.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fd3zF1CCLmI

APPLE: 'Dear Samsung, sorry you're not as cool'

Apple has issued an apology to Samsung for saying on their website that Samsung had copied their designs for the Galaxy Tabs.  In the apology, they mentioned that the Tabs are just 'not as cool' as the Apple products.
The battle will continue between Apple and Samsung, and it will be interesting to see if either brand is tarnished from the battle.

Read more: http://www.news.com.au/technology/tablets/apple-dear-samsung-sorry-youre-not-as-cool/story-fn6vigfp-1226504298828#ixzz2AUUy3cWe

Toll eyes Aust Post parcel market

Toll Holdings is looking to cash in on the increase of small parcel deliveries currently handled by Australia Post.  They are looking to expand their current small operations to expand into an increasing market with the high Australian dollar and increase in online shopping.

http://www.news.com.au/business/companies/toll-eyes-aust-post-parcel-market/story-fnda1bsz-1226503892284?from=igoogle+gadget+compact+news_rss

Public Relations and Alan Jones

The comments made by Alan Jones in reference to PM Julia Gillard's father have had a major affect on the image of Alan Jones.  The following Glog looks at the issue, the fallout and the response to the issue.

http://www.glogster.com/belpearson/public-relations-crisis-alan-jones/g-6l7p5ghf5jm5pfo52jr35a0

Sacked MLC principal slams 'bully' board

Sacked Methodist Ladies' College principal Rosa Storelli has come out against her dismissal, and contacted parents and students against the decision, standing her ground that she has done nothing wrong.

http://www.theage.com.au/victoria/sacked-mlc-principal-slams-bully-board-20120919-265in.html

War of words over school's sacked leader

Continued issues arising after the sacking of the Principal of MLC.  Many other stakeholders are getting involved in the issue, debating occuring as to the reasons behind the sacking.

http://www.theage.com.au/victoria/war-of-words-over-schools-sacked-leader-20120919-2673y.html

Retailers call for GST on online sales

Again, retailers are asking for GST to be charged on overseas purchases.  Currently, Australians are able to purchase goods online from international sellers without incurring GST, and with the high value of the dollar, are able to purchase goods cheaper than in Australia.  It is estimated to be costing the Government GST revenue of approximately $2.45 billion in revenue over 3 years.

http://www.news.com.au/business/worklife/retailers-call-for-gst-on-online-sales/story-e6frfm9r-1226473906440?from=igoogle+gadget+compact+news_rss

Google makeover for Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon

This is so fun!!! Simply type into Google "Bacon Number" and any celebrity and it works out the 6 degrees of Kevin Bacon.

How awesome!  Doing great things for the Image of Kevin Bacon

Read more: http://www.news.com.au/entertainment/movies/google-makeover-for-six-degrees-of-kevin-bacon/story-e6frfmvr-1226473902467#ixzz26Orq0pX5

Review: Hands-on with the iPhone 5

The new iPhone 5 has been released in America.  The features include being lighter, a better camera, and a larger screen.  But is it something to write home about?  There are no new innovations, surprises, or big differences.  Will be interesting to see how it performs in the market.

http://www.news.com.au/technology/smartphones/review-hands-on-with-the-iphone-5/story-fn6vihic-1226473131158

Also see:

Apple iPhone 5 reaction is mixed

http://www.news.com.au/technology/smartphones/apple-iphone-5-reaction-is-mixed/story-fn6vihic-1226473114869

Closing the doors on Myer penalties

Myer is looking to close some of its stores on Sundays as it is no longer able to pay penalty rates to staff.  Penalty rates are being reintroduced from March 2014, with concerns that it will mean some retailers will close or reduce opening hours.

http://www.news.com.au/business/companies/closing-the-doors-on-myer-penalties/story-fnda1bsz-1226473748124?from=igoogle+gadget+compact+news_rss