40under40

2005 Snapshot - Judges' Comments

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“THE 40under40 award is a significant event that highlights the enormous and varied talent we develop in WA".

A passion for achievement

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In this special liftout edition we are delighted to introduce to you the 40under40 class of 2005. Now in its fourth year, the 40under40 program has identified and profiled a total of 160 outstanding young individuals since 2002.

Challenging selection process

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The fourth annual WA Business News 40under40 Awards attracted a record 178 nominations and more than 100 entries, presenting judges with the difficult task of choosing just 40 winners from some of the state's most talented and successful young business pe

40under40 Winner - Colette Sims

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Turning a biotechnology company that engages in its own drug discovery businesses into a cash-flow positive entity has earned Colette Sims a 40under40 award.

Making the right moves

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Some of last year's WA Business News 40under40 winners share their thoughts on being young women in business.

Limnios to build on ideals

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THE final weeks of 2004 provided a double celebration for Limnios Property Group, marking not only 35 years in business for the family concern but also what James Limnios said was among the most successful years the business had experienced.

Barnaba builds on early wins

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ACHIEVING early success is one of the key ingredients in Mark Barnaba's business formula and one he has certainly lived up to at his new merchant bank,

40UNDER40 TIPS

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Some past winners share their business tips in the lead-up to the close of nominations on December 10 for next year's 40under40 Awards.

40UNDER40 TIPS

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Some past winners share their business tips in the lead-up to the close of nominations on December 10 for next year's 40under40 Awards.

Portacom keeping mobile

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Twenty-one years is a long time in information technology, so it's fair to say that mobile computing specialist Portacom is a veteran of the sector.

Referendum brings political trifecta

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This week Geoff Gallop has effectively made the political trifecta, calling for a referendum on retail trading hours to remove the last of the three big issues threatening his government's re-election.

NGIS ready to tackle China

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Geographic information systems provider NGIS is hoping its experience in Asia will help it break into China, one of the world's biggest and fastest-growing markets.

40UNDER40 Tips

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Some past winners share their business tips in the lead-up to the close of nominations on December 10 for next year's 40under40 Awards.

Poll tax – results

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Our online poll said it all this week. We asked our readers if they were happy with the half-a-percentage point cut in payroll tax and barely any of them thought it was a good idea.

New slate for pork growers

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PORK growers are calling for a restructure of their industry to ensure it remains strong in the face of growing imports and domestic pressures.

Howard’s mandate

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John Howard's fourth term re-election is likely to herald a period of major change for business in Australia.

Duncalf drives cultural overhaul

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It didn't take long for Selina Duncalf to jump up a career notch after winning a 40under40 Award this year.

Gillam looks to build at Bunnings

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John Gillam's story gives heart to those who believe winning top accolades can signal the undoing of a career.

Talent search starts anew

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This week marks the launch of WA Business News' 2005 40under40 Awards program. Julie-anne Sprague, Noel Dyson and Alison Birrane profile some of the past winners.

Special Report - Fab four keep on moving

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Each of the four WA Business News' First Amongst Equals winners has used the time since winning the top accolade to execute bigger and better business ideas.

Maldives part of Maslin’s dream

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Anthony Maslin will be heading to the Maldives in two months to fulfil part of the dream he had for his company, Solar Energy Systems.

Past Winners

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Since being recognised as a WA Business News 40under40 winner in February this year, WestNet managing director Peter Brown has been aw

Small-town attitude pays off for Brown

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What a year it has been for WestNet managing director Peter Brown.

Loan decision cost bitter blow to Goh

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Perth businessman Steven Goh is expected to declare bankruptcy this week following a soured loan on which he provided a guarantee.

Busselton proving attractive

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Whether it is locals or people seeking the sea change lifestyle, there is a range of talented people successfully running businesses in the region.

Pickard makes Right choice

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Troy Pickard has joined national brand strategy firm The Right Group as senior project  director.