GRACosway announces new leadership group and senior hires

GRACosway has announced a significant leadership transition, appointing five new partners and promoting a number of senior advisers across its Corporate and Financial Communications and Public Affairs practices. The appointments reflect the firm’s continued growth, depth of expertise and commitment to developing the next generation of leaders across Australia and New Zealand.

Outstanding Staff Promoted in 2025

GRACosway is delighted to announce the promotion of Brigid Glanville to Partner, recognising her leadership in communications, corporate affairs, and media. We also celebrate the well-deserved promotions of outstanding team members across our Sydney and Melbourne offices.

GRACosway Ranked #1 Financial Communications Advisor in Australasia

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GRACosway has again been recognised as Australasia’s leading M&A communications advisor, ranked #1 by deal value in Mergermarket’s Global & Regional M&A Rankings 2025. The firm advised on US$26.2 billion across 28 global and cross-border transactions, reflecting sustained client trust and the depth of its specialist M&A capability.

GRACosway Ranked #1 Financial Communications Advisor in Australasia

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GRACosway Pty Ltd has delivered another strong year, with Mergermarket naming the firm as the #1 financial communications advisor in Australasia by deal value in 2024. The firm advised on AUD $46 billion (US $28.9 billion) in confirmed M&A deals, also earning a #3 ranking in the Asia Pacific region (excluding Japan). Key global and […]

Mid-Year Economic and Fiscal Outlook (MYEFO) 2024-25

Treasurer Jim Chalmers and Minister for Finance Katy Gallagher today released the Mid-Year Economic and Fiscal Outlook (MYEFO), revealing that Australia’s fiscal position has marginally improved by $1.4 billion since the Federal Budget was handed down in May. The Government attributed the change to strong employment figures delivering higher income tax receipts, weighed against ‘unavoidable spending’ […]

Weekly Wrap Up

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Making headlines this week: a $26.9 billion deficit forecast in MYEFO, new housing and defence initiatives, and major health investments. Updates include Victoria’s action on CFMEU reforms, expanded social housing plans, and the launch of a National Suicide Prevention Strategy for First Nations Australians.

Weekly Wrap Up

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In focus this week: Labor and the Coalition tied in polling as Anthony Albanese pledges $1 billion for childcare reform. The Coalition detailed its $325 billion nuclear energy plan, while the Government made significant defence announcements, including a $1.3 billion investment in Tomahawk cruise missiles and a PNG-based NRL team as part of regional security partnerships.

Weekly Wrap Up

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This week’s key updates: The Federal Government released its response to the Defence and Veteran Suicide Royal Commission, agreeing to 104 of 122 recommendations. GDP figures signal sluggish economic growth, while new competition rules for digital platforms were unveiled. Major policy announcements include aged care investments, dementia action plans, and the expansion of Australia’s mRNA manufacturing capabilities.

Weekly Wrap Up

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To stay up to date on the latest political developments across the nation, subscribe to our free publication here. Highlights The Albanese Government secured support for 31 bills in a single day, increasing speculation of an early election. Headline inflation remained steady at 2.1 per cent in the 12 months to October 2024, according to data […]

Weekly Wrap Up

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To stay up to date on the latest political developments across the nation, subscribe to our free publication here. Highlights The Federal Government announced a revised investment mandate for Australia’s sovereign wealth fund, the Future Fund, targeting the national priorities of boosting housing supply, supporting the net-zero transition, and improving infrastructure. The Joint Select Committee on Social Media […]

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