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Gaining altitude
With the global demand for pilots climbing, meet the next generation of aviators and discover one flight school that, despite facing threats from a turbulent industry, is undeniably in the ascendancy.
Purchasing power: Aussie retail
From London to Singapore, Australian companies are leading the way in creating large-scale retail outlets. We visit the headquarters of industry leaders to see how they design the world’s most dynamic shopping experiences.
Made in Australia: Jardan
Family-owned since 1997, Melbourne's Jardan has become one of Australia's most exciting contemporary furniture brands, with a focus on designing, manufacturing and selling almost all of its own high-quality wares.
Made in Australia: Røde Microphones
Sydney's Røde Microphones, founded by Peter Freedman, designs and manufactures audio gear from raw materials to finished product. A commitment to self-sufficiency has made them a global competitor in professional audio.
Made in Australia: Baum Cycles
Australia has a strong manufacturing heritage, but the industry has seen a decline. We visit Baum Cycles in Geelong, a bespoke bike-maker revitalising local production with its world-renowned handcrafted frames.
Image nation
Australia has a strong national character, from its ruggedness to the outback’s enigma. Monocle examines the symbolic shorthands used to sell Brand Australia, from kangaroos and koalas to indigenous art.
Talking shop: Aussie retail
Australia’s retail market is proving resilient. We've compiled a selection of shops setting a global example with well-thought-through experiences, offering inspiration for any new venture.
Made in Australia: Maton
If you want a job done properly, you do it yourself. From bikes to furniture and guitars, these Australian companies all revel in the fact that they still call Australia home.
Streets ahead: Bakery Lane
Australia knows how to shop. Its citizens want more than online sprees, seeking out eclectic high streets and innovative retailers. This is a guide to one of Brisbane's best, Bakery Lane.
Bearer of good news: The West Australian
In a fragmented media landscape, ‘The West Australian’ straddles multiple platforms, providing an authoritative voice on regional issues. We investigate how it’s succeeding where so many are failing.
