ATO Targets Simpler Tax Returns for Australian Small Businesses
Commissioner Rob Heferen says the tax office wants business tax filings to be as straightforward as personal returns while reducing the gap between tax owed and tax paid.
Sharon AI Lands $373M AI Cloud Deal in Australia
The five-year agreement lifts Sharon AI's contracted AI Factory capacity to 120MW, with revenue starting in early 2027 and the company scaling to 64,000 Nvidia Blackwell Ultra GPUs.
Kmart’s $89 Smart Glasses Fly Off Shelves Despite Privacy Fears
The Anko-branded wearable, which offers built-in video recording, has sold out online as critics warn the low-cost device could be used to secretly film people without their consent.
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Hongqi Drives Xi Jinping’s Luxury Car Brand Into Australia
China's oldest automaker plans to launch its premium electric SUV next year, adding to the growing wave of Chinese EV brands entering the Australian market.
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US Eyes Polysilicon Price Floor, Tariffs in AI and Solar Push
The Trump administration is preparing measures to shield domestic polysilicon producers from Chinese competition, a move that could reshape supply chains while raising costs for chipmakers and solar developers.
Japan Confirms Joint Yen Rescue With U.S.
Tokyo said it coordinated with Washington to support the yen and pledged further action against disorderly currency moves if needed.
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The Four-Day Week Verdict: What Two Years of Australian Trial Data Actually Show
Australia’s two-year four-day work week trial offers fresh evidence on whether shorter work weeks really work. From productivity and employee wellbeing to business adoption, here’s what the data reveals and what it…
HSBC Sells A$36 Billion Australian Loan Portfolio to Blackstone
HSBC is exiting Australian consumer lending by selling its A$36 billion loan portfolio to Blackstone as part of its global restructuring strategy.
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Massive fire in Sao Paulo’s chemical factory, rescue ops underway #SãoPaulo #fire #brazil
Move over Messi. Humanoid robots play soccer in Hong Kong, wows teachers, students #robot #ai #tech
‘They lie:’ Trump says he is ‘losing faith’ in Iran amid war #trump #iran #geopolitics #iranwar
Anthropic’s Claude goes rogue, hacks 3 organisations during cyber tests #AI #Claude #Anthropic #tech
‘Go back to where you come from:’ New Zealand minister under fire for comment on Chinese-born MP #NZ
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Israel ‘wouldn’t survive’ without us, says Trump #trump #netanyahu #israel #iranwar #geopolitics
‘Nobody tells me what to sell’, Trump on F-35 sales to Turkey #trump #turkey #netanyahu #f35 #israel
‘U.S. has spent $37.5 billion on the Iran war so far’: Pete Hegseth #Iran #Pentagon #US #Trump
Awkward moment: Trump refuses to leave Spain’s FIFA celebrations, Infantino ushers him away #FIFA
AI ft. MMA: World’s first humanoid robot league debuts in China #robot #AI #China #URKL #MMA #tech
Donald Trump questions England’s tactics during World Cup defeat by Argentina #FIFA #Trump #Kane
Trump says U.S. should host another World Cup, ‘but without #Mexico, #Canada’ #FIFA #Soccer #Trump
‘U.S. forces will be out of Iraq by September 30:’ PM Ali al-Zaidi #iraq #usq #geopolitics #army
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Trump says that Iran and Hezbollah are likely to be added to the Russia Sanctions Bill #russia #iraq
Tensions rise, Yemen government attacks Sanaa airport, Houthis blame Saudi Arabia #yemen #middleeast
Trump says U.S. could strike Iran again, comments on being No. 1 on its ‘kill list’ #trump #iran
Narendra Modi meets Anthony Albanese at Australia-India CEO Forum #albanese #modi #australia #india
US hits 80 targets in strikes on Iran. Civilians injured, no deaths reported #Iran #USA #geopolitics
NATO allies launch new multinational project focused on Airbus A400M #NATO #airbus #geopolitics
NATO allies announce joint procurement of Saab GlobalEye aircrafts #NATO #aircraft #geopolitics
Australia’s Albanese & Fiji’s Rabuka sign Vuvale Union & Ocean of Peace Alliance #australia #fiji
Trump warns Iran, says ‘either make a deal or we will finish the job’ #Iran #Trump #Geopolitics
Russia strikes Ukraine’s Kyiv, 9 reported dead, 15 injured #russia #ukraine #war #geopolitics
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CASE CLOSED
Shoes of Prey: How $25 Million Fashion-Tech Startup Collapsed Into Liquidation
A custom footwear startup that raised millions but collapsed after chasing mass-market growth.
Verdict: Scaling Failure
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$36M
Investor value wiped out
A$25M+
Venture capital consumed
24M (USD)
Estimated investor losses
How It Unravelled
2009
Founded with an online platform for customised shoes.
2014–2015
Raised over A$25 million and expanded internationally.
2016–2018
Expansion costs soared as sales failed to keep pace.
March 2019
Entered liquidation after failing to secure new funding.
Australian Retail • Business Failure
Godfreys: How Australia’s Oldest Vacuum Chain Collapsed After 93 Years
Godfreys survived wars, recessions and the Great Depression, but rising costs, online competition and changing consumer habits ultimately led to the collapse of Australia’s oldest vacuum cleaner retailer.
$45M Unpaid Debt
AUSTRALIAN RETAIL
The $140 Million Collapse of Colette by Colette Hayman
Colette by Colette Hayman grew into a $140 million fashion accessories retailer with nearly 140 stores across Australia and New Zealand. But rapid expansion, high rental costs, weak…
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What Went Wrong at Oroton? The $14.2 Million Collapse of an Australian Luxury Brand
Oroton was once one of Australia’s leading luxury fashion brands, but a series of costly business decisions changed its future. From an expensive partnership with Gap to a…
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Mel Yu: Shaping Brands, Building Experiences, and Leading with Heart
Mel Yu represents a new breed of business leader, one who understands that authentic brand presence is the currency of modern entrepreneurship. As the Director…
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Leading with Heart: The Inspiring Journey of Sara Murdock
In the heart of Melbourne’s community pharmacy network, a story of courage, compassion, and purpose continues to inspire thousands. That story belongs to Sara Murdock,…
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Artificial Intelligence
Australia Bets on AI, Quantum in New Defence Strategy
The 10-year plan aims to speed up the adoption of advanced technologies and deepen collaboration between Defence, industry and researchers.
Artificial IntelligenceUS Court Clears Perplexity’s AI Shopping Agents in Landmark Amazon Case
A federal appeals court overturned a ban on Perplexity's AI shopping tools, setting the first major legal precedent on whether AI agents can access online platforms on users' behalf.
Artificial IntelligenceWhat Is the World AI Cooperation Organization (WAICO)?
The World AI Cooperation Organization (WAICO) is China’s new global AI governance body. Discover what WAICO is, which countries joined, why Shanghai hosts its headquarters, and how it differs from the UN’s AI governance efforts.
Artificial Intelligence
Canva Beats AI Rivals to Claim No. 2 Spot Behind ChatGPT
New data shows the Australian company attracted 10.5 billion visits in a year, surpassing Gemini, Claude, Grok and other AI platforms.
Social MediaTikTok Strikes Deal to Settle Teen Mental Health Lawsuits
The company reached confidential settlements in three cases accusing its platform of fueling social media addiction among young users.
Social MediaLinkedIn Targets Low-Quality AI Posts
The professional network has added an "AI slop" reporting feature to help users identify and remove low-quality AI-generated content.
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The Personal Brand Architect
Mel Yu: Shaping Brands, Building Experiences, and Leading with Heart
Mel Yu represents a new breed of business leader, one who understands that authentic brand presence is the currency of modern entrepreneurship. As the Director of MCO Events and a Fractional Head of Brand for founders and CEOs, Mel has carved a distinctive niche by merging psychology, hospitality, and strategic branding into a powerful framework that transforms how growth-stage companies present themselves to the world. Her journey from corporate event management to personal branding authority reveals critical insights into what truly drives business success in 2025.
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Healthcare With Humanity
Leading with Heart: The Inspiring Journey of Sara Murdock
In the heart of Melbourne’s community pharmacy network, a story of courage, compassion, and purpose continues to inspire thousands. That story belongs to Sara Murdock, an award-winning pharmacist, community health advocate, and leader whose life embodies resilience and transformation. From surviving a childhood marked by war to shaping the future of community care in Australia, […]
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Law, Leadership & Resilience
Resilience, Perspective & Success: The Journey of Rex Afrasiabi
Rex Afrasiabi, trusted legal partner to Australia’s real estate and mortgage sector, could easily be introduced by his long list of accolades, including director of leading law firms, regular media commentator, judge for major industry awards, and strategic advisor to some of the nation’s top business leaders.
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Women Leading the C-Suit
Amanda Blesing: Empowering Women to Lead in the C-Suite
For decades, professional women have faced the pressure to “lead like a man,” often labeled with terms that undermine ambition. Despite progress, executive leadership remains skewed by hidden biases, cultural stereotypes, and systemic barriers, frequently forcing women to choose between flexibility and advancement. Amanda Blesing is changing that narrative. As an internationally recognized mentor, speaker, […]
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Beyond Legal Borders
Traci Chen: The Visionary Redefining Migration Law in Australia
Migration is more than a legal process; it’s a deeply personal journey. For many, it’s a bold leap towards new opportunities, often filled with complexities, uncertainties, and the hope for a brighter future. Among those navigating and illuminating these pathways stands Traci Yan Yan Chen, an innovative, compassionate, and trailblazing force in Australia’s migration law […]
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Smarter Homes, Better Choices
Jo Agresta: Revolutionizing Real Estate with Passion, Grit, and Purpose
Jo Agresta’s entrepreneurial journey embodies the grit, vision, and heartfelt purpose that underpin remarkable innovation in Australia’s property landscape. As the CEO and co-founder of Abodey AI, Jo has redefined what it means to be a challenger in real estate technology, leveraging her lived experience, industry expertise, and unwavering resilience to create genuine solutions for […]
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Tesla Broadens Robotaxi Rollout With Miami Launch
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Energy & Climate
Australia Bets on Solar Energy to Help SMEs Reduce Energy Costs
Climate and Energy Minister Chris Bowen will extend the national renewable energy scheme to cover solar systems of up to one megawatt, cutting installation costs by around 20%.
Crypto
Coldcard Wallet Flaw Fuels $144 Million Bitcoin Heist
Hackers have reportedly stolen 1,596 Bitcoin from around 7,300 Coldcard wallets by exploiting a vulnerability first identified in 2021, with researchers warning the attacks are still ongoing.
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Lifestyle
Craft Beer Australia 2026: Why Independent Breweries Are Closing
Australia’s craft beer industry is shifting in 2026. After rapid growth, breweries face rising costs, changing consumer habits, and stronger competition. Demand for local beer remains, but growth has slowed and closures are increasing. Moderation and alcohol-free trends are reshaping the market, pushing breweries to adapt in a more competitive, cost-sensitive environment.
News
Another Major Australian Music Festival Axed Despite Record Crowd
Key Highlights Adelaide’s Harvest Rock Festival is to take a “fallow year” in 2026, with organisers confirming it will not go ahead next year. Organisers said they were already looking ahead and also have ambitions to return the festival. 2025…
Lifestyle
Underconsumption Core: The TikTok Trend Taking Over Australian Homes
From reusing glass jars to wearing clothes for years, underconsumption core is reshaping spending habits across Australia. The social media trend encourages people to buy less, reuse more, and focus on value over constant consumption.
Lifestyle
Sustainable Living Without Sacrifice: The Smart Home Shift Changing Australian Houses in 2026
Sustainable living is becoming part of everyday life across Australia. From solar power and smart technology to better insulation and water-saving solutions, households are finding practical ways to reduce costs, improve comfort and build homes that perform better for the long term.
Business
Amazon Drops OpenAI Film ‘Artificial’ After Expanding Partnership With OpenAI
Amazon drops film about OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman, despite recently expanding relationship with AI firm in just months. Directed by Luca Guadagnino and starring Andrew Garfield, the film is currently being pitched to other streaming services and studios.
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Melbourne Artist Richard Lewer Wins 2026 Archibald Prize
Melbourne artist Richard Lewer has won the 2026 Archibald Prize and the prestigious $100,000 award for his portrait of Pitjantjatjara Elder and artist Iluwanti Ken. The life-sized work was created after Lewer spent time with Ken on Country in South Australia’s Aṉangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara Lands. Judges praised the portrait for capturing her strength, warmth and cultural presence. Lewer, previously a six-time Archibald finalist, said he hoped the painting would shine a spotlight on Ken’s role as a healer, artist and custodian of cultural knowledge within her community.
Fine Art
Google’s TurboQuant AI Tool Could Reshape Australia’s Tech Industry
TurboQuant, Google Research’s memory compression tool, could cut the working memory AI requires to operate by six, and with zero accuracy loss Revealed on 25 March 2026, the game-changing technology has been likened to Google’s “DeepSeek moment” by some of the world’s leading tech figures, and is even being compared to Pied Piper from HBO’s Silicon Valley. For Australian companies paying to operate AI tools every day, such a technology that reduces those costs is worth keeping an eye on. Full findings will be presented by the researchers at the ICLR 2026 conference in April.
Fine Art
Boyd Women Exhibition Rewrites Australian Art History
The Hidden Line: Art of the Boyd Women stands as one of Australia's most significant recent cultural events, fundamentally reshaping the nation's understanding of its artistic heritage. Opening at the Bundanon Art Museum on 22 November 2025 and running through…
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TechnologyOne: Building a Unified ERP Platform Through Consistent Product Design
This case study examines TechnologyOne’s transition from financial software provider to SaaS ERP company, highlighting its single-platform architecture, government and education focus, key milestones, and the strategic decisions shaping its growth trajectory.
CASE STUDIES
Prospa Case Study: How Speed and Data Changed SME Credit Access
By combining technology with broker distribution, Prospa reduced approval times and aligned lending with real business cash flow.
CASE STUDIES
Nearmap Case Study: From Aerial Imagery to a Full-Stack Property Intelligence Platform
Nearmap’s journey reflects a steady shift from local aerial imagery provider to a global geospatial intelligence platform. Backed by successive capital raises, institutional funding, and private equity acquisition, the company has expanded aggressively across key markets. Its growing population coverage and strategic acquisitions highlight how geospatial data is becoming critical infrastructure across insurance, property, and government sectors.
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Travel Guides
How Travel Insurance Works: A Guide for Australian Travellers
Travel insurance can help protect you from unexpected medical expenses, trip cancellations, lost luggage and travel disruptions. This guide explains how travel insurance works and what Australian travellers should know before buying a policy.
News · Travel
Australia Becomes World’s Most Expensive Working Holiday Destination After Visa Hike
Key Highlights Australia has raised its Working Holiday visa fee by 25% and is charging $840. Initial fees for second and third-year visas are now $1,000 additional. Australia has been ranked the world’s most expensive…
Travel
10 low-cost weekend getaways from Sydney in 2026
Explore 10 affordable weekend getaways from Sydney that offer the perfect mix of beaches, mountains, and countryside escapes. From Jervis Bay’s white sands to the Blue Mountains’ scenic trails, these destinations are ideal for quick, budget-friendly trips without compromising on experience, making them perfect for couples, families, and spontaneous travellers.
Travel
How to Start a Travel Agency in Australia in 2026: A Structured Guide
Australia’s travel industry in 2026 offers a low-barrier entry for new agencies, with no licensing requirement and startup costs as low as AUD 500. This guide outlines the legal setup, business structures, accreditation options, cost breakdowns, and digital strategies needed to build and scale a compliant, niche-focused travel agency in a steadily growing market.
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Victoria
Victoria Secures Australian Open Golf Hosting Rights Through 2030
Victoria has secured hosting rights for three of the next four Australian Open golf championships, including the 2027 event at Peninsula Kingswood Country Golf Club. South Australia will host the 2028 tournament, while New South Wales has been overlooked despite its long history with the championship. World No.2 Rory McIlroy is also set to return for this year's Australian Open at Kingston Heath.
Football
Turkey Returns to the FIFA World Cup 2026 After 24 Years Against Australia
Turkey are set to play their first FIFA World Cup match in 24 years when they take on Australia in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Group D opener. Coach Vincenzo Montella has urged his players to stay focused, manage their emotions and embrace the opportunity to make the nation proud. Turkey last appeared at the World Cup in 2002, where they finished third, and will also face the United States and Paraguay in Group D.
Sports
South Korea Beat Czech Republic 2-1 in FIFA World Cup 2026 Group A Match
South Korea has now gained three points joining Mexico in the FIFA World Cup 2026 standings. It had a brilliant game with the Czech Republic and scored 2-1 in their come-from-behind victory in the first match of FIFA World Cup…
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Mexico Beat South Africa as Three Red Cards Mark Historic FIFA World Cup 2026 Opener
The FIFA World Cup 2026 began with a dramatic and historic opening match as Mexico defeated South Africa 2-0. The FIFA World Cup first match featured goals from Julián Quiñones and Raúl Jiménez, while three players were sent off in a tournament-opening game for the first time in history. South Africa finished with nine men, while Mexico ended with 10 after a late red card. The FIFA World Cup opener delivered goals, controversy and record-breaking moments, providing an unforgettable start to football’s biggest tournament and Mexico’s campaign as tournament co-hosts.
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