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The article profiles Rob Murray, chief executive of Lion Nathan Ltd. in Sydney, New South Wales. Before, Murray was the managing director of Nestle Australia. He has spent more than 20 years in the consumer goods sector, working for a diverse range of companies. His business skill is turning around companies and developing brands. His latest challenge is finding a growth strategy for the Lion Nathan Ltd. INSET: What Murray must do, by Adele Ferguson..

Focuses on the responsibilities of Chris Roberts as the new CEO of Cochlear Ltd. in Sydney, New South Wales. Announcement of the company's earnings; Strength of the intellectual property position of the business in the biotechnology sector; Importance of innovation for the medical device firm.

Features Chris Murphy, chief executive officer of Sydney, New South Wales-based Internet radio broadcasting firm Digital One. Career background; Company background; Focus on developments related to Internet radio broadcasting. INSET: TOP OF THE POPS..

The article features the Sportsbet Pty. Ltd. chief executive officer Matthew Tripp. It states that Tripp is interested in punting, golf, and horse racing. It mentions that Tripp worked in the company of his father in 1993 and bought a sports betting licence at Wentworth Park in Sydney, New South Wales. Moreover, it notes that Tripp made a deal with Great Britain-based company Paddy Power upon visiting its executives.

The article focuses on Jim McKerlie, group chief executive at Bullseye Group LLC in Sydney. It notes that the Bullseye Group hired two senior developers and dismissed the no hires policy in July 2009. It states that McKerlie is glad about working on Business@100mbs. Meanwhile, Mckerlie said that his biggest financial challenge is caused by debtors who are slow to pay. Moreover, he believes that the company will survive and recover to its former level of prosperity within six months.

The article presents views of Matt Barrie, chief executive officer of outsourcing firm Freelancer.com, on the impact of lockout laws enforced by government of Sydney, New South Wales, on the skilled technology workers of Australia. Various demerits of lockout laws that are discussed includes growth-stage companies, reasons supporting growth in technology industry and job creation in Australia.

The article presents views of Matt Barrie, chief executive officer of outsourcing firm Freelancer.com, on the impact of lockout laws enforced by government of Sydney, New South Wales, on the skilled technology workers of Australia. Various demerits of lockout laws that are discussed includes growth-stage companies, reasons supporting growth in technology industry and job creation in Australia.

The article presents views of Matt Barrie, chief executive officer of outsourcing firm Freelancer.com, on the impact of lockout laws enforced by government of Sydney, New South Wales, on the skilled technology workers of Australia. Various demerits of lockout laws that are discussed includes growth-stage companies, reasons supporting growth in technology industry and job creation in Australia.

The article presents views of Matt Barrie, chief executive officer of outsourcing firm Freelancer.com, on the impact of lockout laws enforced by government of Sydney, New South Wales, on the skilled technology workers of Australia. Various demerits of lockout laws that are discussed includes growth-stage companies, reasons supporting growth in technology industry and job creation in Australia.

The article presents views of Matt Barrie, chief executive officer of outsourcing firm Freelancer.com, on the impact of lockout laws enforced by government of Sydney, New South Wales, on the skilled technology workers of Australia. Various demerits of lockout laws that are discussed includes growth-stage companies, reasons supporting growth in technology industry and job creation in Australia.

Profiles Terry Davis, chief executive officer of Coca-Cola Amatil in Sydney, New South Wales. Career background of Davis; Expertise in international trading; Family background of Davis.

An interview with Rachel Argaman, chief executive of Toga Hospitality headquartered in Sydney, New South Wales, is presented. When asked about the firm's revenue change from April-May 2009, Argaman notes that revenue was up by 3.5%. She relates that the firm's successful annual management conference and the morning routine of reviewing and analyzing business plans are among the various things she proudly did in July 2009. She states that she does not regret anything she did in June 2009.

The article reports on the plan of senior managers and chief executive officers (CEO) in Sydney, New South Wales to take part in the CEO sleep out event to raise money for the homeless. It notes that the event will occur at Luna Park in Sydney, New South Wales on June 18, 2009. It mentions that these CEO's include Brian McCarthy of Fairfax Media, Andy Summers of United Group Infrastructure, and John Latham of Pfizer Australia.

The article features former Macquarie Group chief executive Allan Moss in Sydney, New South Wales. It states that as the chief executive of Macquarie, he developed infrastructure assets and financial models that were acquired through borrowing then were sold which generated a management fee for Macquarie. It notes that the proceeds worth $13.7 million from the sale of his Macquarie shares has increased his wealth. Moreover, in 2008, he registered his own company named Allan Moss Investments.

The article features 62-year-old food manufacturing magnate and Primo Smallgoods chief executive Paul Lederer, an Australian millionaire with $269 million assets from Sydney, New South Wales. It mentions that the revenue rise in Lederer's company has increased his wealth which he has inherited from his late uncle Andrew Lederer. It imparts that Lederer also has a big stake in the A&A Lederer property interest. It adds that the Lederer couple bought a $27 million house in Wolseley Road, Sydney.

The article reports on the increasing demand of first-home buyers in Sydney, New South Wales. It indicates that Sydney might be the first city to recover in the decreasing prestige property market. It cites that first-home buyers are spending on properties worth $500,000. According to John McGrath, chief executive of the company McGrath Estate Agents, the prestige property market in Sydney shows a strong market performance.

The article profiles Rachel Argaman, chief executive officer of the Toga Hospitality Group in Sydney, New South Wales. She managed to address the financial challenge in her company and made the hotels to be expanded in Darwin, Northern Territory of Australia. She handled her company to perform well despite of the inconsistencies due to the extant economic struggles. She hopes that the global distribution systems partner in Europe will provide a revitalized business phase for all Toga hotels.

The article profiles Eddie Sheehy, chief executive officer of Sydney, New South Wales-based computer software company Nuix. Nuix was founded in 2000. It specializes in developing software products that help companies and agencies identify online criminals. According to Sheehy, Nuix is privately owned, financially stable and is not looking for capital to grow.

The article focuses on Napoleon Perdis, owner and CEO of cosmetics empire Napoleon Perdis Cosmetics in Sydney, New South Wales. His rapid expansion overseas has helped almost triple his wealth to $70 million in the space of a year. The number of stockists that sell his cosmetics has increased almost 100 percent in the past 12 months and his cosmetics line the shelves of 820 retailers and 55 flagship stores in Australia, New Zealand and the U.S. According to him, the secret of his success is to tailor the products to the individual.

Profiles Ahmed Fahour, chief executive officer of National Australia Bank Ltd. in Sydney, New South Wales. Career background; Total assets; Recognition of Fahour as one of the Australia's top 40 rich young people; Estimation of the personal investments.

Profiles David Stevens, founder and chief executive of Brennan IT, based in Sydney, New South Wales. Net worth; Business strategy; Personal and career background.

Focuses on the qualifications of Chris Roberts as CEO of Cochlear Ltd. in Sydney, New South Wales. Work experience at ResMed Ltd.; Background in the medical device sector; Educational and career accomplishments.

Highlights the 2005 Forbes Global Chief Executive Officer conference in Sydney. Theme of the conference; Programs and activities; Organizer of the event.

Profiles the CEO of Tempo Services Ltd., John Schaeffer, in Sydney, New South Wales. Total wealth of Schaeffer; Success in the cleaning business; Achievements of Schaeffer.

Reports on the decision of Lend Lease Corp. Ltd. chief executive officer, Greg Clarke, to move from London, England to Sydney, New South Wales.

Relates the incidents from a week in the life of Malcolm Speed, the chief executive of the Australian Cricket Board in January of 1999. Day one of the Sydney Test; Description of the play; Various meetings attended; Party at the home of Tony and Vivian Greig; Daily duties of his position.