On October 9, 2023, the world bid farewell to a remarkable philanthropist, Chuck Feeney, who passed away at the age of 92. His life’s work was nothing short of extraordinary, as he dedicated himself to giving away over US$12 billion during his lifetime. Despite his immense wealth, Feeney lived modestly …
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On 14 October, Australian’s are voting on the establishment of a Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Voice – known as The Voice. Drawing on my over 25 years experience in innovation, I was struck by the fact that we are not talking about The Voice as a platform for innovation. …
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Critical minerals are the backbone of modern industries, from electronics to renewable energy. Securing a local source is vital to underpin Australia’s sovereign manufacturing capability. This post outlines the potential of waste mining in Australia and the research needed to make it viable. The Critical Mineral Conundrum Critical minerals, such …
Sovereignty and National Security: Critical Minerals from Waste Read More »
What the janitor said Let’s take a journey back in time to the 1960s, a period when innovation and ambition were soaring to unprecedented heights. It was the era of President John F. Kennedy, and he had a vision that would change the world – the race to the moon. …
National Science & Research Priorities: As the Janitor said to the President Read More »
In the fast-paced world of events, Australia finds itself at a crossroads. It is about to embark on a ‘green and gold decade’ of most of the world’s biggest events, culminating with the 2032 Brisbane Olympics and Paralympics. Australia is unlikely to be selected to host many of these for …
After the Party: Using Events to Drive Growth, Identity and Innovation Read More »
