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The Millionaires' Factory lays bare the good and bad about Australia's millionaire manufacturer – Macquarie bank

Written by Kevin Davis, Emeritus Professor of Finance, The University of Melbourne

The Millionaires’ Factory, subtitled “the inside story of how Macquarie Bank became a global giant” by financial journalists Joyce Moullakis and Chris Wright is an impressive, informative book that I enjoyed reading.

As well as providing insights into the Australian financial giant’s evolution,...

From wires to woodfire: French electrician sparks one of Australia’s fastest growing pizza brands
What do you get when you cross a French electrician with a passion for good food and a rebellious streak? One of Australi…
Not all insecure work has to be a ‘bad job’: research shows job design can make a big difference
Matej Kastelic/ShutterstockInflation has steadied and interest rates are finally coming down. But for many Australians, espec…
Workers need better tools and tech to boost productivity. Why aren’t companies stepping up to invest?
As Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Treasurer Jim Chalmers turn their attention to improving productivity growth across th…
The ASX is shrinking – a plan to get more companies to float does not go far enough
Whenever a high-profile company lists on the Australian stock market it attracts much excitement. Employees and founders enjo…
Extreme weather could send milk prices soaring, deepening challenges for the dairy industry
Australia’s dairy industry is in the middle of a crisis, fuelled by an almost perfect storm of challenges. Climate chan…
‘Hard to measure and difficult to shift’: the government’s big productivity challenge
Higher productivity has quickly emerged as an economic reform priority for Labor’s second term.Prime Minister Anthony A…

Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana
A Privileged Insight into the Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana Situated in the traditional village of Pererenan near Canggu, Villa Sabana is peacefully secluded in a semi-rural setting where…

How Sydney Drone Photography Transforms the Way Properties Are Marketed
Key Highlights Drone photography provides stunning aerial perspectives, showcasing properties in a way that traditional photography cannot match. This innovative technology allows real estate agents to highlight property features, surrounding amenities, and…

No point complaining about it, Australia will face carbon levies unless it changes course
Reports that Britain’s prime minister Boris Johnson is considering calling for carbon border levies at the G7 summit to be held in London in June have produced a predictable reaction…
Lower growth, tiny surplus in MYEFO budget update
The government has shaved its forecasts for both economic growth and the projected surplus for this financial year in its budget update released on Monday. The Australian economy is now…
Put A Ring on It: Creative and Affordable Engagement Rings for The Frugal Lover
Finding the ideal engagement ring can be challenging, especially for those with a tight budget. Many couples want something lovely and special for their big day, but they are reluctant…

How AI is Reshaping Banking in Australia

AI in the Banking and Financial Services Industry From fraud detection and credit scoring to personalised financial advice, AI is transforming t...

Tracksuit set for growth after $38M investment

Tracksuit Raises $38M Series B to Accelerate Global Expansion and Boost its Growing US Presence VMG Partners leads oversubscribed round; Tracksui...

Deputy Launches Payroll in Australia: Purpose Built for Shift-Based Businesses

Deputy, the global people platform purpose-built for shift work, officially launched Deputy Payroll in Australia today — a seamless experience desig...

How Notion is Addressing Australia's Tech Bloat and Productivity Challenges

In Australia's rapidly evolving digital landscape, businesses are facing an unexpected challenge : tech bloat. This phenomenon is causing a signific...

Konica Minolta Australia partners with Box to drive Intelligent Content Management

Konica Minolta Australia has announced a strategic partnership with Box, the leader in Intelligent Content Management, to deliver a transformative...

TP Leverages AI for Accent-Translation to Improve Customer Engagement

Global digital business services provider Teleperformance (TP) is leveraging AI voice technology to improve communication between customers and se...