Big Four Banks Face ASIC Scrutiny Over Wealth Advice
Australia’s major banks face closer ASIC scrutiny as ANZ and Westpac signal plans to expand wealth advice, reviving concerns over conflicts and consumer protection.
Musk’s SpaceX Holding Nears $1 Trillion After Blockbuster IPO
Elon Musk’s 48.4% stake in SpaceX is valued at more than $900 billion, according to a recent regulatory filing which highlights his continued control following the company’s record-breaking IPO.
Thousands of Regional Telco Complaints Expose Australia’s Service Gap
The Telecommunications Industry Ombudsman reviewed 27,882 complaints from rural, regional and remote Australians, finding systemic problems with mobile and telecommunications services and calling for a major regulatory overhaul.
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Goldman Sachs Courts Investors for Nvidia’s US$500B AI Financing Push
Goldman Sachs is sounding out insurers, asset managers and banks to help fund Nvidia's US$500 billion AI infrastructure initiative, after securing a key role in one of the industry's biggest financing efforts.
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Trump Escalates Drone Trade War With Tariffs as High as 100%
Washington will impose tariffs as high as 100% on certain drone imports, with the administration citing national security and foreign supply risks.
Ford Moves Lincoln Production to US as China Tariffs Bite
The automaker will relocate production of some Lincoln models from China to the US in 2030, with CEO Jim Farley saying the move is…
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Johnny Young, Who Launched a Generation of Australian Stars, Dies at 79
Johnny Young, the beloved host and creator of Young Talent Time, has died aged 79, leaving behind a lasting legacy in Australian music and television.
Australian Employers Are Losing Potential Candidates by Leaving Salaries Out of Job Ads
More than two-thirds of Australian companies surveyed say they have lost a potential top candidate because salary expectations did not align, while 51% still…
News Shorts
‘They are nasty’: Trump slams Canada in Las Vegas speech, defends tariff policy #canada #trump
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
‘We have a thousand-year supply of gasoline, China doesn’t’: Trump #china #trump #oil #venezuela
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
Trump says ‘a lot of oil’ will come out of Iraq under new deals with U.S. #oil #iraq #trade
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
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Before VGW: How Laurence Escalante’s White Knight Games Failed
Laurence Escalante’s first venture, White Knight Games, collapsed after distribution and publishing problems left him personally exposed to significant losses.
Verdict: Costly Failure
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How It Unravelled
2004
Founded White Knight Games to develop Christian video games.
2005
Showcased Timothy and Titus as its flagship Christian game.
2006
Timothy and Titus was released for Windows PC.
2008
Red Mile restructured amid financial pressure, worsening White Knight’s distribution problems.
Fashion Tech • 2019
Shoes of Prey: How $25 Million Fashion-Tech Startup Collapsed Into Liquidation
Shoes of Prey grew from a bootstrapped startup into one of Australia’s most high-profile fashion-tech companies, raising over US$25 million before its business model, rapid expansion and cash…
A$36M LOST
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.
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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…
A$140M RETAIL EMPIRE COLLAPSED
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Why Family Businesses Fail: Andy Gowers on Succession, Wealth & Legacy
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From an AFL premiership to leading Hawthorn Football Club and advising business-owning families, Andy Gowers shares the leadership lessons behind lasting success. In this conversation…
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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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Databricks Valuation Jumps 42% to $190 Billion as AI Demand Drives $5B Raise
The data and AI software company has raised US$5 billion at a US$190 billion valuation, up sharply from US$134 billion six months ago, as annualised revenue tops US$7 billion and second-quarter growth exceeds 80%.
CyberYour Small Business Is a Bigger Cyber Target Than You Think
Small businesses can be easy targets for cybercriminals. Learn how MFA, strong passwords, backups, employee training and access controls can reduce cyber risk.
RoboticsPony.ai and Uber Target Europe With 2,000 Robotaxis
The ride-hailing giant and Chinese autonomous-driving firm will expand their Zagreb partnership into four more European cities, with no rollout date set.
Start-ups
Kiwi Fintech Sterling Raises $3.15M to Scale AI Platform
Sterling is targeting the growing demand for AI-driven finance automation after securing fresh capital from Blackbird and prominent New Zealand tech investors.
Artificial IntelligenceAirtasker Turns ChatGPT Into a One-Stop Marketplace for Local Services
Airtasker has launched an end-to-end ChatGPT integration, enabling users to book local services directly within an AI conversation as demand from AI-referred customers continues to rise.
Social MediaMeta Under Scrutiny Over Australia’s Social Media Teen Ban
The tech giant says it has deactivated more than 756,000 accounts as Australian lawmakers examine whether platforms are enforcing the landmark age restriction.
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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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SpaceX Nasdaq-100 Entry to Drive Billions in Passive Inflows as Wall Street Turns Bullish
SpaceX has officially entered the Nasdaq-100 less than a month after its IPO, prompting bullish analyst coverage and…
Tesla Broadens Robotaxi Rollout With Miami Launch
The move supports Elon Musk’s strategy to position autonomous driving and AI as key drivers of Tesla’s next…
SpaceX, Charter in Talks Over US Phone Service
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Bank
Melinda Cilento Appointed to RBA Monetary Policy Board
The Australian government has appointed Melinda Cilento to the Reserve Bank of Australia’s Monetary Policy Board for a five-year term while Ian Harper prepares to step down.
Tax & Super
What Australian Employers Need to Know: Industry vs Retail Super Funds
The industry superannuation fund and the retail superannuation fund differ structurally, as well as in relation to fees, investment opportunities, insurance, and member services. Knowing these differences will be of great assistance to Australian employees when comparing various funds in terms of costs and performance.
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Entertainment
Netflix Narrows Gaming Ambitions as It Shuts Two Studios
Night School Studio, creator of the Oxenfree series, will close alongside Moonloot Games as Netflix narrows its gaming ambitions and priorities.
Food & Wine
Australia Raises the Floor for Gig Workers With New Pay and Insurance Rules
Food and grocery delivery workers will be guaranteed at least A$31.30 an hour, above the national minimum wage, and receive personal accident protection under new rules expected to benefit around 250,000 workers from August 17.
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.
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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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Nanosonics: Scaling a Recurring Model in Healthcare Technology
A structured overview of Nanosonics, detailing its trophon platform, founder journey, revenue model, and global scale, with insights into how the company standardised infection prevention through automated disinfection and recurring consumables across healthcare systems.
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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.
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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.
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Travel
Jetstar to Charge Up to A$52 for Overhead Cabin Bags
From February, the Australian budget carrier will make passengers pay extra to store larger carry-on bags in overhead lockers, while one small item that fits under the seat will remain free
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
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 destination for a work holiday.…
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.
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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…
Sports
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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Australia’s 1.2 Million-Home Target Slips Further as Construction Bottlenecks Bite
Builders are struggling with labour shortages, rising costs and stalled developments, putting the government's 2029 housing target at risk as construction runs well below the required pace.
Australia’s Housing Slump Deepens in July
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