February
Four standout restaurants to add to your Gold Coast must-visit list
Now you have an extra reason to hit the Goldie strip, which is fast becoming a paradise for foodies.
The hottest VC ticket in Sydney is an invite to this founder’s brunch
No plus ones, no alcohol, and no hard sales pitches. There is a 230-person waiting list for Frank and Jacques Greeff’s invite-only founders’ table.
Army entrepreneur snaps up second Gold Coast retreat for $10.5m
A defence industry entrepreneur has expanded his luxury foothold in the hinterland, snapping up another retreat in the lush hamlet.
January
Gold Coast tower with $25m penthouse and Tesla approved
The 23-storey tower overlooking at Broadbeach will have just 24 apartments including a triple-level penthouse, a Tesla car share and concierge service.
Star’s lenders bring in gun restructuring lawyer as casino risks collapse
The decision to hire Nikki Smythe is understood to have been driven by Deutsche Bank, which is shaping up as a key player in deciding Star’s future.
Where CEOs are holidaying this summer
Beachside getaways on the Australian coast take pride of place in our CEOs’ list of vacations. But their picks also include stops in Japan and Chile.
The busy person’s guide to getting marathon-ready in 16 weeks
Running is having a moment, and taking it all the way to 42 kms can be an ultimate show of achievement for high-performing entrepreneurs and executives.
December 2024
Atlassian tower the next frontier for reborn hostel operator
As it prepares for its most ambitious opening yet, YHA Australia’s business continues to boom as demand for budget stays grows.
John Holland overhauls executive team as projects struggle
John Holland is searching for a new CEO and its major projects boss will leave in January.
Why glitzy Gold Coast is the next teal battleground
Erchana Murray-Bartlett ran the equivalent of 150 marathons in as many days last year. Now she’s running for federal parliament as an independent backed by Climate 200.
November 2024
What schoolies revellers need to know about methanol
Errol Baker says his daughter is lucky to be alive life after she was poisoned by methanol on a schoolies trip to Bali. He and experts offers tips on reducing the risks.
Elvis holds off Smith for clutch PGA win
Elvis Smylie has stared down Cameron Smith at his pet event to win the Australian PGA Championship and book a return to the European tour.
Risks rise in Gold Coast apartment development
As banks focus on smaller and more secure projects, developers of bigger projects are turning to riskier and more expensive sources of credit.
October 2024
Labor’s loss in Queensland reveals a problem for Albanese
David Crisafulli will become just the third Liberal-National leader to win an election in the state since 1989 after a late surge in pre-poll flowed to his party.
How ‘invisible’ Crisafulli built a profile – and pressure on Labor
Queensland LNP Opposition Leader David Crisafulli is the hot favourite to win next weekend’s state election, but he remains a mystery to many.
Investment banking expats launch $50m VC fund
Three investment banking alumni have launched a $50 million venture capital fund on the Gold Coast, headed by ex-JPMorgan banker Ryan Holsheimer.
Billionaire Bruce Mathieson’s rare Viennese cancer treatment
The pub entrepreneur has taken to a “copper igloo” in Europe to treat an aggressive blood cancer.
September 2024
Why Queensland is a nightmare for political strategists
Queensland’s population surged by about 260,000 in the two years to the end of March, with more than 150,000 arriving from overseas and over 60,000 flocking from other states.
David Foster out of Bendigo and Adelaide after bruising Star inquiry
He had been on the bank’s board since 2019, and was its chairman until April when he went on leave amid a NSW inquiry into the casino, where he was also chair.
‘Pay to stay’: Average Sydney hotel room rate to hit $426 by 2033
Sydney will be the standout hotel market over the next decade as occupancy rises to 86pc and few new hotels are completed to keep up with demand.