Currently, I am in Europe where I have noticed that the development of the digital economy is progressing rapidly. Seeing the state of play over here has promoted the discussion of how Australia is handling this and what needs to happen or change in Australia to keep up. With this in mind, I strongly [...]
Shadow Treasurer Chris Bowen in early October made an address to the Lowy Institute on International Policy. The Lowy Institute has positioned itself as an Australian think tank with a global outlook. Their research interests are as broad as Australia’s interests, and they host distinguished speakers from around the globe on foreign policy, defence, [...]
Last week I was invited to the conferral at Melbourne University of the Honorary Doctorate of Law for the President of Ireland, Michael Higgins. President Higgins has received this Honorary Doctorate in recognition in of his significant role in advancing the arts, humanities, and education in Ireland and beyond. The degree was conferred by [...]
Dr Simon Marginson has given this year’s R. Douglas Wright Lecture at Melbourne University. His insights proved to be very thought-provoking in his analysis of where Australian Universities are in the global pecking order. “I’ve realised that academic cultures in Australia really are a bit patchy, with some major exceptions. There are areas in [...]
I have already written about the wonderful Mountain Biking event recently held in Timor-Leste - The Tour De Timor. For anyone wondering about the landscape and spectacular scenery in Timor, take a look at this video that was produced in the lead up to the event. It really is a beautiful part of our [...]
The 10th World Chamber Congress #10WCC was a real highlight of September. Held every two years, the event this year was in Sydney at the International Convention Centre, Darling Harbour. This year’s event attracted attendees from over 100 countries. From a personal perspective, I was particularly pleased to see Timor-Leste Chamber of Commerce not [...]
Between the 19 and 23 September 2017 it was wonderful to see Timor come alive with 220 of the world’s most exciting mountain bike riders circuiting the country on a five day, five stage battle for mountain biking supremacy. As a sponsor of the Tour De Timor I was fortunate enough to have the [...]
Last week I spent time in Timor-Leste to observe the election. It was a peaceful and orderly event, with the current power-sharing arrangements between Fretilin and CNRT likely to continue post election. This is an interesting article written about the election and current political state of play in Timor Leste written by Michael Leach. [...]
During my recent visit to Timor-Leste, a highlight was visiting the newly operational Balibo Dental Clinic. Balibo is a place that holds particular sentiment for me. When the opportunity arose to assist with the Funding to build this Balibó Dental Clinic, Ruth and I thought it was a great opportunity to support the region [...]
As a current Judge of the Asia-Pacific Commercial Mediation Competition, I am pleased to be able to share this information with you. The winning team, the National University of Singapore, with His Honour Justice Clyde Croft presenting the prize. The runner up team, the University of Auckland, with James Pearson, CEO Australian Chamber, [...]
