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We always like seeing Microsoft Excel make a news headline.
Pick & Scroll News
March 10, 2025
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Good morning. We always like seeing Microsoft Excel make a news headline:
"Health NZ was using a single Excel spreadsheet to track $28 billion of public money; report outlines significant concerns."
Bet there are some sweet vlookups in that 500-tab doc. I wonder what version they're up to?
All the headlines and more below...
AUSTRALIAN NEWS
Tropical Cyclone Alfred leaves 290,000 properties without power
Almost 290,000 properties are without power as ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred brings dangerous rain. LINK
Australians require $820,000 for comfortable retirement while 54% expect to fall short with 40% planning to retire on $400,000. LINK
House prices in Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth have reached record levels while Melbourne and Hobart remain 5-7% below their FY22 peaks. LINK
SA's Southern Zone Fishery closes due to abalone viral ganglioneuritis, halting a $4M industry. LINK
Australia's 75 richest women control $179B in combined wealth, with Gina Rinehart leading at $39.9B. LINK
Australian workers are feeling overwhelmed by AI workplace changes while employers actively pursue the technology for competitive advantages. LINK
Government-funded sectors created 80% of new jobs in FY24 as productivity levels declined. LINK
The ASX has declined 6% over 3 weeks as energy stocks struggle while gold remains resilient. LINK
Small businesses are facing cash flow pressures as large corporations extend payment terms up to 120 days. LINK
GLOBAL NEWS
Japan's worst wildfire in 50 years brought under control
COMPANY NEWS
Mecca's gender pay gap driven by workforce imbalance
Mecca's gender pay gap remains at 30% due to disparities between male tech workers and female retail staff. LINK
The Australian government has ordered urgent security reviews after a teen allegedly boarded a Jetstar flight with a loaded shotgun. LINK
Slater and Gordon has invested tens of thousands of dollars in management training for a senior executive after staff complaints about leadership style in FY24. LINK
News Corp Australia is launching a major video expansion and upgrading its Intent Connect platform. LINK
Wesfarmers has launched Atomica, a premium beauty retail concept, by converting Priceline stores. LINK
Star Entertainment has avoided financial collapse after signing a deal to sell its stake in Brisbane's Queen's Wharf casino to Far East Consortium and Chow Tai Fook Enterprises for $53M. LINK
Scentre Group is negotiating with the NSW government to build 4,000 homes at two Westfield mall sites. LINK
Partners Group is paying $1.2B to acquire GreenSquare DC, the latest Australian data centre operator to attract a massive price tag from international investors. LINK
Maurice Blackburn has reported a $5.4M loss while renegotiating loans after major class action failures. LINK
The Pastoralists and Graziers Association is facing a police investigation over financial misconduct allegations in WA. LINK
Melbourne Central mall maintains strong foot traffic whilst office attendance remains below pre-pandemic levels. LINK
Piper Alderman has recruited 6 partners from Squire Patton Boggs as Australia's legal market shifts toward more profitable practice areas. LINK
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TRIVIA
Fight of the century
On this day in 1971, Joe Frazier defeated Muhammad Ali in the 'Fight of the Century'. We have provided five other famous events. Can you name who or which teams were involved in those events?
Rumble in the Jungle (1974)
Hand of God (1986)
The 2005 Champions League Final (Miracle of Istanbul)
The Battle of the Sexes (1973)
Thrilla in Manila (1975)
Answers below
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ANSWERS
1. Muhammad Ali vs. George Foreman (Boxing)
2. Argentina vs. England (FIFA World Cup, Diego Maradona)
3. Liverpool vs. AC Milan (Soccer, epic comeback)
4. Billie Jean King vs. Bobby Riggs (Tennis)
5. Muhammad Ali vs. Joe Frazier (Boxing)
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