QLD Business Weekly

Downer’s dramatic KPMG legal bid to test auditor limits

There’s much more at stake in how auditors do business as the engineering firm accuses KPMG of dropping the ball on a invoicing scandal.

An aluminum coil stands in a warehouse awaiting transport, at an Alcoa Inc. smelting plant in Point Henry, Australia, on Wednesday, July 30, 2008. Alumina Ltd., owner of 40 percent of the world's biggest producer of the material used to make aluminum, rose the most in almost three weeks in Sydney trading after reporting higher first-half sales and prices. Alumina owns 40 percent of the Alcoa World Alumina & Chemical venture and Alcoa has the balance. The venture produces one quarter of the world's alumina, which is refined into aluminum. Photographer: Carla Gottgens/Bloomberg News Picture: Bloomberg

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Why Alcoa has finally returned to buy its Aussie partner

With more of the financial spoils going to Alcoa and a skinny premium, the hardened ex-WMC shareholders could still put up a fight.

Telstra boss Vicki Brady and Taylro Swift.

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Why Swift fever keeps Telstra’s boss awake at night

Imagine if Taylor’s adoring fans didn’t have access to Instagram, TikTok, WhatsApp and dozens of other video-hungry mobile apps at her sold-out concerts.

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - FEBRUARY 22: Qantas chief executive Vanessa Hudson speaks during a media opportunity at Hangar 96, Qantas Sydney Jet Base on February 22, 2024 in Sydney, Australia. Qantas has demonstrated a significant financial turnaround, reporting a record $2.47 billion profit for the 2022-23 fiscal year, marking a stark change from the previous year's $1.86 billion loss. The airline's strong performance was attributed to robust travel demand and high ticket prices, with domestic earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT) jumping to 18.2%, representing a 50% increase in profit margins over the past six years. The company's return on invested capital also increased to 103.6%, reflecting its improved financial position and operational performance. (Photo by Jenny Evans/Getty Images)

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New Qantas learns to fly without old pilot Alan Joyce

The airline’s new chief executive, Vanessa Hudson, is going to great lengths to show the national carrier is taking a different flight path.

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Ex Cairns to The Australian, 05.03.2020Tourism and Coronavirus- PICS by BRIAN CASSEY Leah Zhao - Canadian tourist from Toronto travelling on her own - is the sole occupant of a gondaler on the SkyRail Rainforest Cableway in Cairns.Pic - Brian Cassey

Why tourism industry has to change

The COVID-19 crisis is providing Queensland’s tourism industry with an opportunity to reset and explore new business models and strategies to meet changing market conditions.

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Iconic Qld ginger beer riding out pandemic on the back of a mule

At last count, a staggering 75 million bottles of Bundaberg Brewed Drinks’ beverages were being sent overseas every year – equating to an export rate of almost 2.5 bottles a second – and even the coronavirus pandemic can’t stop the juggernaut. Here’s why.

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QBM - Walker Seafoods Australia at Mooloolaba - Heidi Walker (with a yellowfin tuna) for our exporter series. Heidi is the co-owner and managing director of Walkers, which has seen an 80 per cent loss in business following the COVID-19 pandemic. Pic Mark Cranitch.

How Qld exporters are finding new markets

Queensland exporters are facing their biggest-ever challenge with the COVID-19 pandemic but they remain determined to hook new customers.

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How Queensland can grow $1bn startups

The stars of Queensland’s startup sector have some big ideas for how the state can attract talent and grow companies into billion dollar pillars of the economy.

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Gold Coast founded Skate Connection has been included in the first Remarkable Retailers report, a collaboration between Vend and the National Retail Association that aims to showcase AustraliaÕs most innovative independent retailers that are inspiring, forward-thinking and breaking new ground in Australian retail. Skate Connection Director Brett Vowles and Creative Director Shelley Hedley with Brendan Holt riding in the background. Picture: Jerad Williams

The retro hobby that is booming

This Gold Coast couple had to deal with four-times as much online trade during COVID-19 as roller skates became the must-have item for families stuck at home looking for a fun activity

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Back view of Asian business woman talking to her colleagues about plan in video conference. Multiethnic business team using computer for a online meeting in video call. Group of people smart working from home.

COVID-19 hastens take up of technology

The COVID-19 pandemic is destined to be a catalyst for new and exciting business models, and the key to this bold future lies in 5G, artificial intelligence and the cloud.

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QNPBCMProfile pics of L-R Lisa Jensen and Alison Walsh at their business School Stuff for Good Company section of QBM.Photography : Russell Shakespeare

Meet the mums shaking up the ‘back to school’ market

Two Queensland friends were frustrated with the old way of ordering school supples so they decided to do something about it. Now their business employs up to 50 people at peak times.

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QBM - Bridgid Woolnough at the Kokopod factory at Buderim - for QBM. Pic Mark Cranitch.

How artisan producers are surviving COVID-19

It is not unusual for Queensland’s artisan producers to go to extreme lengths to pursue their dreams. Now they are facing their biggest challenge and reimagining their business models.

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