When he was 67, Rupert Murdoch’s second wife, Anna, pressed him to retire. He was at the top of his game and his achievements had been breathtaking.
From the unlikely foundation stone of a small newspaper in Adelaide, he had built a multi-billion dollar media empire. He was a power figure who dined with presidents and prime ministers in the United States and Europe.
Neil ChenowethSenior writerNeil Chenoweth is an investigative reporter for The Australian Financial Review. He is based in Sydney and has won multiple Walkley Awards. Connect with Neil on Twitter. Email Neil at nchenoweth@afr.com.au
Michael SmithHealth editorMichael Smith is the health editor for The Australian Financial Review. He is based in Sydney. Connect with Michael on Twitter. Email Michael at michael.smith@afr.com
Trevor SykesColumnistTrevor Sykes writes on Business specialising in Mining, Energy, Shares. Trevor applies his acerbic wit to Australian business as Pierpont.
