Josh Lai

Emirates has confirmed plans to relaunch its Wolgan Valley resort on the western side of the Blue Mountains in mid-2026 through a partnership with Marriott International, marking the global debut of the Ritz-Carlton Lodge brand. Key Takeaways Key Background Emirates Wolgan Valley Resort opened in 2009 as an all-inclusive luxury property on the western side […]

The Golden Globes’ highly anticipated gift bag returns in 2026, featuring private villas, luxury yacht charters and ultra-rare French wine, collectively valued at just under $1 million. The package is offered exclusively to winners and presenters at the 83rd Annual Golden Globes.  This year reflects a broader pivot toward experience-driven luxury, with nearly double the […]

The road to the Oscars continues Monday with the 83rd Annual Golden Globes ceremony that celebrates the best in film and television. The 2026 ceremony will be held at the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, California. The show follows a special Golden Eve presentation last week, where acting greats Helen Mirren and Sarah Jessica Parker […]

Australia’s luxury housing market delivered a string of eye-watering deals in 2025, led by a Toorak mansion selling for $131m–$150m, marking the highest residential price ever recorded in Australia. Key takeaways Australia’s Most Expensive Home Sales of 2025 Rank Location Price 1 Coonac, Clendon Rd, Toorak $131m-$150m 2 14 Tivoli Ave, Rose Bay $82.5m  3 […]

Forbes Australia picks out three Australian entrepreneurs who are making waves in the startup space right now. Quick Takes appears in Issue 20 of Forbes Australia, out now. Tap here to secure your copy. Conry Tech After six decades in the air-conditioning sector, Ron Conry found himself facing an industry that looked much the same as […]

Forbes Australia picks out three Australian entrepreneurs who are making waves in the startup space right now. Quick Takes appears in Issue 19 of Forbes Australia, out now. Tap here to secure your copy. Block Earner  The rapid rise of stablecoins and digital currencies in the early 2020s signalled a clear tipping point for Charlie Karaboga.  […]

Seventeen Australian companies spanning across eight different industries feature among the 900 organisations recognised on Forbes’ 2025 World’s Best Employers list.

Chasing that gold status? The national carrier is now offering Qantas Frequent Flyer a chance to collect status credits on purchases outside of flying. Here’s how it works. Key Takeaways Crucial Quote “While flying will always be at the core of the program, this offer is about expanding the ways we recognise our members both […]