Listed life – observations on FY25
FY25 was a year of all-time highs in financial markets, with equities able to look through all the issues and uncertainty from various geopolitical events throughout the year, including the wars in the Middle East and Ukraine, Trump’s on-and-off-again trade tariffs, a perceived end of American exceptionalism, and new developments in generative AI. Despite these […]
Joanna Ball
Jo has more than 25 years’ corporate affairs experience across banking, superannuation, payments, private wealth, professional services and media. Jo has held senior leadership positions in the Corporate Affairs team at the National Australia Bank (NAB), working as a trusted advisor to the CEO and group executives on significant reputational issues, including the Royal Commission […]
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Kate Bryant
Kate is a senior communications and public affairs professional with two decades of experience across government, listed companies and consultancy. Before joining GRACosway, she held senior roles in the NSW Planning portfolio, in both the Minister’s office and the Department. In these roles, she led communications for major planning and public space reforms, managing high-profile […]
Federal Election 2025 Outcome
Anthony Albanese has led Labor to a historic second term, securing at least 85 seats in a landslide victory. Defying polling trends, the result marks the party’s strongest performance ever. The Coalition faces major losses, including Peter Dutton’s seat, as leadership speculation intensifies and vote counting continues nationwide.
Stephanie Gheller
Stephanie is a senior policy and government adviser with experience working at the highest levels of state and federal government. Before joining GRACosway, she served as Senior Adviser to the Premier of Victoria, Jacinta Allan, where she provided strategic advice across a broad range of policy, legal and political issues, managed stakeholder relationships, and supported […]
Weekly Wrap Up
As the federal election campaign ramps up, seismic global events are stealing the spotlight. US-China trade tensions have escalated sharply, shaking financial markets and prompting emergency economic talks in Australia. This week’s update explores the global ripple effects and how both major parties are recalibrating their messages ahead of election day.
Weekly Wrap Up
Methane leaks, aged care delays, and foreign policy controversies dominated headlines this week. A long-hidden leak at Santos’s Darwin LNG facility sparked calls for investigation, while over 200,000 Australians remain on home care waiting lists. Meanwhile, Daniel Andrews’ China visit drew criticism, and Parliament prepares for key September events.
Weekly Wrap Up
Australia expelled Iran’s Ambassador after ASIO linked arson attacks on Jewish sites to the IRGC, while Clare O’Neil accelerated the 5 per cent deposit housing scheme to October. Inflation ticked up, ASIC probed banking errors, and the Government scrapped 500 tariffs alongside major energy, housing, and research initiatives.
Weekly Wrap Up
In a pivotal week, the Economic Reform Roundtable set the stage for Australia’s next budgets, with Albanese and Chalmers presenting a united front on productivity, skills and tax reform. Beyond Canberra, major developments spanned ASIC investigations, overseas engagement, housing initiatives and child safety reforms — signalling busy months ahead.