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Is Rudd Good For Australia Even if he Failed as a Prime Minister?

Australia could in fact be better off if ex Prime Minister Kevin Rudd is brought back as the leader of the Labor party, despite the fact that Labor is still not likely to win the election. Hypothetically, if Mr Rudd is in power again, he will seek revenge against those who removed him undemocratically from […]

Will Australia Benefit by Turning Northern Australia Into a Special Economic Zone?

The vision to develop Northern Australia and the opposition’s consideration to implement those plans is an essential step towards the economic progress of the country. Northern Australia is a perfect spot for an economic zone to boost Australia’s wealth. The idea of utilising an economic zone to boost a country’s prosperity is nothing new and […]

‘Ways to Improve Australia #2: Government Spending Should be Removed From the Control of Politicians’

Australia needs an Independent Board such as the Reserve Bank Board to oversee government spending. I strongly feel of all the 101 Ways To Improve Australia I have listed in this book, this is perhaps the simplest and most effective way to improve Australia. Why leave something as important as government spending in the hands […]

Tired of All the Washington Gridlock and Congress Bashing? We\’re Going to DC to Do Something About It!

How important is collaboration and cooperation in your life? Even more crucial than you realize! And that means personally, professionally, and even politically. “Working together” must start at the very top, with our leaders in Washington, where conflicts, one-upmanship and special interests must be replaced by a movement of collaboration. THAT is what will ultimately […]

‘Ways to Improve Australia #1: Create a New Political System

The creation of a new political system is a radical concept, but why have political parties at all? Do our current political parties really serve the citizens’ interest in the most effective way? Why not have elections or referendums based on policies, not parties. I mean, do we agree with all the policies of our […]

The Selling of a President

There are many things online businesses can learn from the recent American Presidential election and you don’t have to be an American to appreciate their significance. Presidential elections are exercises in marketing big ideas, and big ideas are the key to marketing success. After all is said and done the 2012 US Presidential election boiled […]

Iran’s Economy Collapse – What Me Worry?

It seems like only yesterday, the United States was worried about a single enemy, communism. However, fast forward to these modern times and it seems like there is a war on all things Islam, although it’s closed by a sector of militants that are “extreme” in their faith and actions. Regardless of how you label […]

Romney Failure to Communicate

Just when you thought the heated presidential debates couldn’t get any more hilarious, we heard recently a major misstep by the Romney ticket. In fact, Romney has major failure to communicate and it’s plain to see. Let’s look at some of the political missteps that he has taken to this point, and you’ll see why […]

Tokyo Takes Number One Spot As Most Expensive For Expatriates

The cost of living rankings for October 2012 show Tokyo in Japan as the most expensive location for expatriate to reside in. According to Xpatulator there has been substantial movement this quarter with Zurich and Geneva in Switzerland ranking second and third, Luanda Angola as fourth and Hong Kong China fifth. Tokyo is the most […]

ASIC Chief is Doing a Good Job by Jamie McIntyre

I think Greg Medcraft, who’s been head of Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) for the last year, has done a good job compared to his predecessors. Regulators should work cooperatively with the industry to better regulate industries they oversee. A collaborative approach always works better, and gains the respect of the relevant industries. Especially […]