For banks in Australia like Westpac return on equity (ROE) can be at extremely low levels and sometimes even fall into the single-digit area. This can occur in an environment of sustained low interests rates that give less and fewer returns on equity. This can often be attributed to notable one-off items or contributed to …
Hugh Jackman is a famous actor of Australian descent who is most well-known for his portrayal of the Marvel superhero Wolverine. In fact, he holds the world record for the longest time portraying a single marvel superhero. With his widespread success in Hollywood, Hugh Jackman is also known for his philanthropy and charitable work. He …
Jamie Nuich has had a wide range of experience in a multitude of industries. From working as a litigator, to appearing at the UN, to managing high-stakes deals in Big-4 corporate consulting, to researching discrete matters for senior members of government and finally practicing as a mediator, Nuich’s skills as a negotiator have been developed …
Erica Bana (full name Eric Banadinović) was born in 1968 and is one of the most famous Australian actors. Unlike many other mainstream actors who take on serious roles, Bana started his career in sketch comedy on the iconic series Full Frontal. He got noticed by mainstream film agents after this performance in the comedic-drama …
Crocodiles are commonly referred to as ‘the last living dinosaurs’ since they are massive reptiles that survived the extinction event that destroyed all the other large reptile species. Many people ask why this is the case. First of all, crocs are amphibious animals, and they can stay under the water for long periods of time. …
It is easy to look at the collective banking capital of institutions operating historically in Australia, like ING, to assess their suitability when it comes to further risk assessment. A collective look can expand on the major that is exceeded when it comes to the overall capital investment of these major banking firms. These figures …
Howard Florey was born in 1898 and died in 1968. He was a famous Australian scientist who specialised in pathology and pharmacology. He famously won the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1945 that was shared with Sir Alexander Fleming and Sir Ernst Chain, for the development of penicillin. While Fleming has historically gotten …
While the Great Barrier Reef is extraordinarily beautiful and one of Australia’s most magnificent natural landmarks, it is also extremely delicate. Over the decades, particularly with regard to global warming, the Great Barrier Reef has been under constant pressure. Environmental groups and climate scientists are worked tirelessly to try and save the reef, with millions …
The Twelve Apostle is a series of majestic limestone stacks that exist just off the shoreline of the Port Campbell National Park. They exist near the Great Ocean Road that is located in Victoria in Australia. The proximity of the limestone stacks to one another made them noteworthy, and they quickly became a popular tourist …
For many people, having a glass of wine or a beer like XXXX after a hard day of work is a comforting reward. After all, alcohol is a proven way for people to relax. However, it’s normal to be concerned that drinking on a daily basis, even if it’s only 1 serving, could have long-term …
