Qantas eyes $2.5 billion profit and another board reshuffle

Qantas has announced an estimated underlying profit before tax of around $2.4 billion for FY23, claiming “strong travel demand” and the completion of its three-year recovery program have contributed to the result. The company has also reshuffled its board for the second time in a month, announcing the appointment of former American Airlines CEO and […]

Luxury for rent: The Volte’s plans to disrupt fast-fashion

Former lawyer, Bernadette Olivier was inspired by companies like AirBnb and Uber when she and three friends started luxury dress sharing platform, The Volte, five years ago. Now it has just partnered with eBay and has become the biggest luxe clothing rental company of its kind the world.

Iconic beachfront block smashes Sydney real estate record

There could be no better representation of the old real estate adage, “location, location, location” as a very modest 1920s bungalow home overlooking the stunning beaches of Sydney’s Tamarama sells for an eye-watering $50 million price tag. The $50 million sale of “Lang Syne”, spanning arguably the most desirable three blocks of Sydney, has not […]

What does the Federal Budget announcement mean for SMEs and startups?

The Federal Budget had some hits and misses for SMEs and startups this year: here’s what you need to know. While the Labor Government and its supporters are celebrating a significant and deserved win today – announcing the first Federal Budget surplus ($4.2b) since 2007 – there are mixed reviews on what it means for […]

Tech game changers: What companies must act on now

With global economic pressures continuing to impact companies, 99% of Australian executives believe emerging technologies will help their companies remain resilient on the global stage. But how quickly and efficiently the act now will determine their success or failure in the future.

Inside Rolex Australia’s super-luxe new headquarters

Rolex Oceania’s re-designed headquarters in Australia encompasses a first-of-its-kind watchmaking training facility as the luxury watchmaker poises for growth in the region. Luxury Swiss watchmaker, Rolex, has announced the inauguration of its new Oceania headquarters following an extensive redevelopment of the historic 6-story Centenary Hall building on Exhibition Street, Melbourne. The extensive refurbishment of the […]