Limited success
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Rupert Murdoch's son, Lachlan, was promoted to senior executive vice-president of his father's News Corp organization during the week of Feb 15, 1999. Lachlan Murdoch will have responsibility for US print operations and will maintain his position as chairman and chief executive of News Ltd, which is the Australian and Pacific branch of Murdoch's publishing and media business. Some analysts claim Lachlan Murdoch was a capable executive at News Ltd but showed no outstanding ability before he was promoted to senior executive vice-president.
Publication Name: The Bulletin with Newsweek
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 1440-7485
Year: 1999
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Pipeline to success
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Len Bleasel, chief executive of Australian Gas Light Company (AGL), has taken his company from a debt-ridden firm to a market giant. With 30% less staff than when he started, AGL has seen an increase of about 50% in both sales and funds employed. Observers wonder if Bleasel can continue the company's past growth rate in the new century.
Publication Name: The Bulletin with Newsweek
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 1440-7485
Year: 1999
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The view from Murray's perch
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An interview with David Murray, bank manager of Australia's Commonwealth Bank, is presented. Topics of discussion include the bank's financial performance, Murray's growth strategy, and his views on Internet banking.
Publication Name: The Bulletin with Newsweek
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 1440-7485
Year: 1999
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