While some billionaires will use their university degrees all their life, for others, secondary and tertiary education will simply be a stepping stone to other things.
Iron ore baron Andrew Forrest has stolen James Packer’s crown as the richest man in the country, after his net worth jumped a massive 149% during the past year.
The Rudd Government backs ASIC recommendation that could force some of Australia’s wealthiest and secretive companies to reveal their financial results.
Some of Australia’s richest entrepreneurs including Rupert Murdoch, James Packer and Andrew Forrest have backed a historic agreement designed to provide 50,000 jobs for indigenous Australians.
The well-off can be caught by sharemarket shenanigans just like the rest of us, reports JAMES THOMSON. Gerry Harvey, James Packer and Richard Pratt have seen their investment portfolios take a hit this year.
The federal budget has been criticised for closing some wealth options – but a few have opened too. JAMES THOMSON reveals which filthy rich are looking to clean up, and which are looking a little leaner.
The super rich didn’t get that way by getting skittish every time the economy trips – they adapt, and make new killings from a resurfaced playing field. JAMES THOMSON uncovers their cunning plans.
Short of the dream lottery win, breaking into the ranks of the mega-rich seems unattainable. But the stinking rich have betrayed clues to their success – consistent traits that we can learn from. Here are the top 10. By JAMES BENNETT