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Rinehart tops Rich 200

Mining magnate Gina Rinehart has emerged as the nation’s wealthiest individual – the first time a woman has topped the annual BRW Rich 200  in its 28-year history.

It’s harder than ever for Australia’s mega-rich to secure a coveted spot on the annual BRW  rich list, with the total wealth of the wealthiest 200 individuals swelling 23 per cent to $167.25 billion.

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