Momentum Leaders

In this episode of Momentum Media's ifa Show, host Maja Garaca Djurdjevic is joined by shadow treasurer Angus Taylor to discuss the current state of the financial advice sector, the economy, the housing affordability crisis and more. Taylor, a key figure in the opposition, shared his views on a range of issues from the government's handling of the Quality of Advice Review (QAR) to the challenges f...

In this episode of Momentum Media's Secrets of the Top 100 Agents, the president of the Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA) and the CEO of Laing+Simmons sits down with REB's Grace Ormsby to provide a health check on the current state of property and real estate across the country. Acknowledging the many factors that are playing into Australia's relationship with the asset class and the spotl...

In this episode of The Corporate Counsel Show, a brand which sits within Momentum Media's Lawyers Weekly Podcast Network, host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with NCC Group head of legal (APAC) and head of data governance Elizabeth Duncan-Lee about working in a cyber security business and helping build a safer world, what it means to undertake a transformation project and what she and her team are curren...

In this episode of Momentum Media's The ifa Show, host Maja Garaca Djurdjevic is joined by Blake Briggs, the chief executive officer of the Financial Services Council (FSC), to discuss the issues impacting the financial advice profession and Australians at large. Mr Briggs examines the government's bold approach to tax reform – both in relation to the stage three tax cuts and within the superannua...

CyanoSat is the first Australian-designed and built hyperspectral imager designed to monitor water quality on Earth. Hyperspectral imaging analyses the composition of materials and is being used by the CSIRO to differentiate harmful cyanobacteria from other algae in coastal and inland water bodies. In this episode of Momentum Media's Space Connect Podcast, Dr Stephen Gensemer, who led the project,...

In this episode of Momentum Media's Defence Connect Podcast, Julian Hill MP, chair of the Defence subcommittee of the joint standing committee on foreign affairs, defence and trade, joins host Steve Kuper to unpack the work of the subcommittee over 2023. The pair begin by discussing the oversight role of parliamentary committees and the valuable work they do working with parliamentary decisionmake...

In this episode of Momentum Media's The Smart Property Investment Show, McGrath Estate Agents chief executive officer, John McGrath, explains why Australia's housing market has withstood 13 interest rate rises, a global pandemic, and major international conflicts. The CEO hints at his own business's growth strategy, highlighting the same sorts of considerations a savvy investor would look at. He a...

In this episode of Momentum Media's Defence Connect Podcast, host Steve Kuper is joined by Dr David Kershaw, chief science strategic planning and engagement of the Defence Science and Technology Group. The pair begin discussing the evolution of the Defence Science and Technology Group (DSTG) and how it is working to help deliver key capability outcomes in line with the Defence Strategic Review and...

Communication is a vital aspect of effective leadership and must be maintained if productivity is to prosper. This was the topic of this episode of Momentum Media's The HR Leader, in which host Jack Campbell was joined by Larry Robertson, adviser, speaker, and author of WHY listen to, work with and follow YOU? Larry specialises in leadership communication and suggests that a staggering 80 per cent...

In this episode of Momentum Media's The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy welcomes back Cyber GC founder principal Annie Haggar (a former winner of the General Counsel of the Year category at the Australian Law Awards) to discuss how and why the federal government's new cyber security strategy has emerged, how Australia is faring relative to overseas counterparts on cyber matters at prese...

In this special episode of Momentum Media's Defence Connect Podcast, host Steve Kuper is joined by Meryl Swanson MP, Member for Paterson, at the Indo Pacific 2023 Maritime Expo to discuss the latest news around defence and defence industry.   The pair begin the podcast discussing the latest news around the Indo Pacific 2023 Maritime Expo and the key priorities of the Albanese government.   The pai...

In this special episode, Momentum Markets director Phil Tarrant sits down with general manager of third-party banking at Bankwest, Ian Rakhit, to explore the evolving role of mortgage brokers within the industry and to uncover the future prospects and opportunities for this dynamic field. Tune in to discover: The significance of customer choice and the pivotal role played by brokers in ensuring it...

Auctioneer Tom Panos shares all the details that the cameras didn't capture in this year's 2023 finale of The Block.   Speaking with REB's Phil Tarrant, Tom shares the strategy that he as an auctioneer deployed to get his sellers the best price – which turned out to be best of the show, delivering fan favourites Steph and Gian the win and a hefty prize of $1.75 million dollars.   Hear about all th...

In this special episode, Mortgage and Finance Leader host Annie Kane sits down with AFG chairman and former ASIC chairman Greg Medcraft to discuss why he believes Australia needs a public RMBS and his proudest achievements as chairman of the financial services regulator. Tune in to find out: Why he's passionate about securitisation What he's most proud of from his tenure as ASIC chairman Why he jo...

Momentum Media's ifa editor Maja Garaca Djurdjevic sits down with Financial Services Minister Stephen Jones in this exclusive interview at the Australian Parliament House.   In this conversation, Minister Jones shares his candid assessment of the progress in financial advice, discusses his goals for the industry, addresses criticism surrounding his approach to the Quality of Advice Review, and del...

In this episode of the Momentum Media's HR Leader podcast, Luli Adeyemo, the executive director at the Tech Diversity Foundation, shines a light on the importance of diversity in the workplace. Luli highlights the need for organisations to go beyond awareness and take meaningful action to create a more diverse and inclusive environment. She discusses the concept of intersectionality, which refers...

The founder and CEO of Vantage Performance said the increased costs of servicing a mortgage had depleted cash built up during the pandemic and it was business as usual for credit card debt. "Inflation is coming down because the household savings rate is now at such a low level," he said on Momentum Media's Accountants Daily podcast. "Also through Covid the average credit card balance dropped by a...

As a junior practitioner who has suffered debilitating mental health struggles, Kian Rafie is determined to see the legal profession get better at talking openly about our individual experiences. Talking, he says, can make all the difference. (Content warning: This episode contains content that may be disturbing or distressing to some listeners. Discretion is advised.) On this episode of Momentum...

Dr Scott Sleap is a veteran STEM educator and space luminary who recently returned from a fellowship program in the US, where he visited aerospace sites such as NASA, Boeing, and the Smithsonian. He believes Australia is in need of a National Space and Deep Tech Centre to boost our sovereign space capabilities and help our domestic space industry compete on the global stage. Scott speaks to Moment...

In this special episode of Mortgage and Finance Leader, host Annie Kane sits down with founder of Stargate and Interstar Securities, Vernon Spencer, to discuss the beginnings of the mortgage industry and how he became the father of residential mortgage-backed securities in Australia. Tune in to find out: How the mortgage and broking industry started in Australia How and why he brought RMBS to Aust...

Lawyers Weekly Show host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with Colin Biggers & Paisley managing partner Nick Crennan about the biggest issues facing heads of large firms in this financial year, the difference between managing and leading, and much more. Mr Crennan reflects on his 35-year journey with Colin Biggers & Paisley and becoming that firm's managing partner, the state of affairs for Australia's leg...

Australia's longest-serving High Court judge, Michael Kirby, speaks with Sarah Bell for the 2023 RiSE conference, in partnership with REB, on what it takes to cultivate a strong sense of self.

In this episode of Momentum Media's HR Leader podcast, Springfox chief executive and co-founder Peta Sigley shares insights into the importance of addressing resilience and wellbeing at work. The conversation highlights the importance of building resilience, the different levels of listening, and the role of positive psychology in promoting positive mental wellbeing. With a focus on education and...

In 2003, regularly updated maps of recently burnt areas of our bush were uploaded onto a website hosted by Charles Darwin University, known as the North Australian Fire Information service, or NAFI. Twenty years on, NAFI's maps of active fires and burnt areas underpin fire management across northern Australia. The maps are used for planning, response, implementation, and reporting. Rohan Fisher jo...

On this special episode produced in partnership with Run Rocket Run, Wellness Daily Show host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with Run Rocket Run founder Rodney Cottam about his life and journey, his organisation's partnership with Invictus Australia, and his campaign to promote physical and mental resilience. Mr Cottam speaks to Mr Doraisamy about his military background and the perspective he gained fro...