Optus hit with another Triple Zero outage

Telecommunications giant Optus has been hit by another Triple Zero outage, leaving thousands of customers in the Illawarra region of NSW unable to reach emergency services for more than nine hours — less than two weeks after a similar failure was linked to multiple deaths.

25 perfect gift ideas this Father’s Day

From premium whiskies and refined fragrances to statement timepieces and everything inbetween, we’ve picked out selection of timeless classics tailored to suit every kind of dad. Four Pillars Bloody Pinot Noir Gin: $84 Crafted in the Yarra Valley and steeped in Rare Dry Gin, Four Pillars’ Bloody Pinot Noir Gin elegantly blends wine-making finesse with […]

The cardless connection: Blinq’s $200 million bet on the future of networking

Jarrod Webb turned his passion for building apps into Blinq, ushering business cards into the digital era. His startup now is used by millions worldwide and recently secured $38 million in one of the country’s biggest Series A rounds this year. ‘Fresh Faces’ is featured in Issue 18 of Forbes Australia. Tap here to secure your […]

Quick Takes: Three Aussie entrepreneurs to watch – Issue 18

Forbes Australia picks out three Aussie entrepreneurs who are making waves in the startup space right now. ‘Quick Takes’ featured in Issue 18 of Forbes Australia. Tap here to secure your copy. FOUNDIT  For childhood friends Angus Ferguson and Joel Tomaino, buying property in Australia has long felt stuck in the past. “For what is one […]

How pay.com.au turned loyalty into a $300 million business

As loyalty programs surge in popularity across Australia, one fintech start-up is helping businesses tap into the benefits. Pay.com.au is turning everyday expenses into airline points and premium perks – and has just banked $18 million to prepare for its expansion into the US.   ‘Fresh Faces’ was featured in Issue 17 of Forbes Australia. Tap here to secure […]

Quick Takes: Three Aussie entrepreneurs to watch – Issue 17

Forbes Australia picks out three Aussie entrepreneurs who are making waves in the startup space right now. ‘Quick Takes’ featured in Issue 17 of Forbes Australia. Tap here to secure your copy. Liveheats  When former Queensland junior champion and World Surf League surfer Chris Friend (pictured) met software engineer Fernando Freire in the Bondi surf, they bonded over […]

Meet the Aussies on the 2025 Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia list

From Olympic gold medalists to serial entrepreneurs and AI pioneers, 32 young Australians have earned a spot on the 2025 Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia list across all 10 categories. Tap here to see the full 30 Under 30 Asia list. ENTERTAINMENT & SPORTS Yerin Ha, 26 Actress Yerin Ha quickly graduated from indie roles […]

10 luxury gift ideas for Mother’s Day

With Mother’s Day just around the corner, Forbes Australia has curated an elegant selection of luxurious, last-minute gifts to celebrate the women who matter most.  Carrière Frères Rose Menthe Diffuser: $119 Handcrafted in France, this elegant diffuser by Carrière Frères combines fresh, vegetal notes of spearmint with the delicate, powdery scent of rose, offering a luxurious aroma perfect […]