$152 million acquisition spree turns Liven into one of Australia’s fastest-growing startups
Australian hospitality technology group Liven has acquired four tech companies worth a combined $152 million, in a bid to fuel international expansion.
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Spotify hikes prices for Aussie users
Popular music streaming platform Spotify has confirmed that they will be raising their prices from $11.99 to $12.99 a month for Premium users.
The WFH war is far from over – but the data isn’t on CommBank’s side
As fallout intensifies following CommBank’s ruling that staff must be in the office 50% of the time, new data is emerging that increasingly supports a flexible working model.
What next for the Comm Games after rest of Australia rule out last-minute bid?
The 2026 Commonwealth Games in regional Victoria will not go ahead after the state government pulled its support for the event.
Why getting employees back into the office could be driving them out of the company
A recent survey by Gartner HR has revealed that financial stress is worse than ever for Australian employees – so why are they more likely to leave their jobs?
The private island off Australia’s coast that you can have all to yourself
Pelorus Private Island is the newest addition to Northern Escape Collection’s range of boutique and sustainable experiences in Queensland. Amongst the pristine waters and natural wildlife of Australia’s Great Barrier Reef is Northern Escape Collection’s newest secluded hideaway – Pelorus Private Island. “Pelorus Private Island is a rare offering on the Great Barrier Reef, where […]
14 apartments & two heliports: This $844 million mega-yacht is a monster
Renders for a new United Arab Emirates mega-yacht concept reveal the vessel will be a whopping 140 metres long and draws inspiration from large US aircraft carriers. Designed by Enzo Manca Design, the UAE ONE mega-yacht is intended for both military and private uses. The vessel has been in development for two years and includes […]
Two of Australia’s largest luxury yacht companies are merging
Superyacht giant Ahoy Club has taken a significant stake in luxury yacht specialist Ray White Marine. The merger was overseen by luxury yacht company Ahoy Club’s CEO, Ellie Malouf, and their managing director, waste management tycoon Ian Malouf. “Combining the strengths of both companies opens new opportunities for collaboration and innovation in this space. We’ve […]
Your ultimate mid-year luxury gift guide
From drinks, to luxury accessories to the perfect getaway: Forbes Australia has compiled the ultra-luxe gift guide for those looking to spoil others – or themselves – this winter. Aesop Parsley Seed Anti-Oxidant Intense Serum: $110 Fortify your skin this winter with the Aesop Parsley Seed Anti-Oxidant Intense Serum. This daily-use serum is ideal for […]
From Canva to SafetyCulture: ‘Founder’ goes behind the scenes of Australia’s biggest start-ups
‘Founder’, produced by SafetyCulture’s Luke Anear, is an upcoming docuseries delving into the lives of some of Australia’s most successful start-up founders, including Canva co-founder Mel Perkins.