Australian Mining Hall of Fame acceptance speech
12 November 2011 • Ron Manners AO
The mining industry has come a long way from the early 1900's mining leases in Kalgoorlie. But it's almost like this happened in …
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The world’s greatest treasurer?
16 October 2011 • Ron Manners AO
One of the joys of returning to Australia is the experience of observing the priorities that beset Australians, locked away in our corner …
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A lesson in philosophy
28 September 2011 • Ron Manners AO
Here I reflect on my time as AMEC councillor, first in 1987 and again in 1990–92. A friendly reminder I am regularly reminded of …
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Speaking up to industry
7 September 2011 • Ron Manners AO
Ron was a former AMEC Councillor, holding positions in both 1987 and from 1990-1992. In this piece he muses on industry groups and …
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AMEC’s vital role
7 September 2011 • Ron Manners AO
I was an AMEC (Association of Mining and Exploration Companies) Councillor in 1987 and again from 1990-92. This article was written for AMEC’s …
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Another look at China
9 August 2011 • Ron Manners AO
'Time is money and efficiency is life', as the ancient Chinese saying goes. Each time I return home to Australia I make notes on …
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Mounting anger
10 July 2011 • Ron Manners AO
Our feedback (via conversations, emails and Facebook) show the mounting anger from Australia’s ‘new generation’ at being left to ‘pick up the tab’ …
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Turning accidents into opportunities
5 July 2011 • Ron Manners AO
This is part of a presentation I gave to students at Arkaroola in the Flinders Ranges, South Australia. Birthdays and bush living It’s …
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Fond memories of growing up in a country town
30 June 2011 • Ron Manners AO
One of the joys of growing up in a country town is the spirit of cooperation. If the telephone doesn't work you ring one …
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The importance of Western Civilisation
24 June 2011 • Ron Manners AO
The Institute of Public Affairs and Mannkal Economic Education Foundation established a research program in 2010 called the Foundations of Western Civilisation Program. The …
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